Schedule 

  • Doors Open to the Orpheum Theatre Lobby: 8:45 a.m.
  • Theatre Doors Open: 9:00 a.m.
  • Theatre Doors Close: 9:40 a.m.
  • Student Procession into Orpheum Theatre: 9:55 to 10:00 a.m.
  • Commencement Ceremony: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

Parking Options 

  • Wells Fargo Bank Plaza Garage, accessed through 1st Ave, just south of Adams Street
  • AMPCO Surface Lot, located at 2nd Ave and Monroe Street, one block north of the Orpheum
  • The First American Title Surface Lot, on the north side of Monroe Street, one block north of the Orpheum

Security & Bag Check
Please note that mandatory security checks will be conducted at the venue. Only small clutch bags, medical bags and family bags are permitted.

Dress Code
Graduates will be dressed in regalia, and we kindly request guests adhere to a business attire dress code.

Procession Information
University leaders, faculty and students will process the streets of downtown Phoenix and into the venue. Guests will witness the procession's grand entrance from their seats inside the theatre.

Photos
Professional photographers will capture special moments throughout the ceremony and make images available after the event. Selfie stations will be provided for additional photo opportunities.

Livestream
For those unable to attend in-person, the ceremony will be livestreamed on the college's YouTube channel, allowing remote participation in this joyous occasion.