Information for Parents of Seniors and Guests
Commencement Ceremony:
Sunday, May 24 at 10:00 am in the outdoor amphitheater, rain or shine
Seating is first come, first served. Tickets are not required. A live video broadcast will be shown simultaneously in the Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film. The ceremony will conclude at approximately 12:30pm and all graduates, their families and guests are invited to attend a reception on the library lawn immediately following. In the event of severe weather conditions, the ceremony will take place in the Williamson Auditorium at Walker Field House and seating will be limited.
General Parking:
Automobile access to campus on commencement day is prohibited until 3:00pm. All guests must use the south lot parking area. Additional parking will be available at the Vassar Farm. Shuttle buses will run continuously from south lot and the Farm to the commencement site beginning at 7:30am.
Special Needs Parking and Seating:
Seating and parking are available for guests using wheelchairs or for those who have other mobility difficulties. Guests should contact the Office of Campus Activities before May 1. Requests received late will be honored on a space-available basis. Guests with special needs are particularly encouraged to make themselves comfortable in the Vogelstein Center for Drama and Film, if outdoor conditions are not favorable.
Area Accommodations and Restaurants:
For your convenience, a list of lodging and restaurants is included. You are advised to make all reservations as early as possible. To supplement accommodations at local hotels, Vassar offers limited on-campus commencement housing for families and guests of graduating seniors. In making your decision, please note that guests are housed in residence halls rooms that offer convenience.