Below are the what, when, and where for the events you might want to know about during Commencement Weekend.

NOTE: Baccalaureate and Commencement are open only to graduates and ticketed guests. A livestream for both ceremonies will be available online.

Immediately following Commencement at approximately 11 a.m., the entire campus community is invited to attend a reception hosted by Interim President Manya Whitaker on Tava Quad until approximately 12:30 p.m.

Staff and faculty who are not marching or volunteering may request a ticket by emailing Harris Varnum at hvarnum2023@coloradocollege.edu. Tickets are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Limit one ticket per person.

Remember, by accepting this ticket, you agree to the guidelines set out in the College’s Freedom of Expression Policy. In addition, please remember that Ed Robson Arena has a clear bag policy that will be enforced for all Commencement guests and no empty bottles, cans, or containers of ANY kind will be permitted into Ed Robson Arena. 

Commencement attendees may park anywhere on campus (no fees or permits apply), except the third floor of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage on East Dale Street. This area is reserved for guests with limited mobility who require parking close to the venue. Accessible parking is also available on all levels of the Ed Robson Arena parking garage and in other parking lots on campus as well. Golf carts will be available from parking areas across campus to transport guests to Ed Robson Arena.

On Sunday, May 18, expect traffic congestion in the area throughout the morning. The following roads will be closed for Commencement activities:

Accessibility – CC welcomes individuals with disabilities. Please see the Commencement webpage for information on accessible parking and accommodations available within Ed Robson Arena.

Clear Bag Policy – Ed Robson Arena has a clear bag policy, which will be enforced during Commencement Weekend. Only clear bags and small clutch-sized purses will be allowed at entry. Read more about the clear bag policy. Clear bags can be purchased at the CC Bookstore. (Bookstore hours on Sunday, May 18: 6:30 a.m.–1 p.m.)

Additional information on parking, accessibility, venue policies, and FAQs can be found on the Commencement webpage.

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At CC, we understand that freedom of thought and expression are essential to any institution of higher learning and are vital components of academic freedom. Please see CC’s Freedom of Expression policy.

Find all Commencement details including the full schedule, speaker info, ticket details, parking, accessibility information, and more at: coloradocollege.edu/commencement.