What time do the quad entrances open?
All entrances to the quad will open at 6 a.m. You must have a Commencement ticket or Wake Forest ID to enter the quad.

When and where is the Commencement breakfast?
The Commencement Breakfast is 6:30 – 8:30 a.m. in Reynolda Hall Cafeteria. Breakfast tickets for graduates and guests must be purchased in advance. (View Menu)

Aside from the breakfast in Reynolda Hall Cafeteria, will there be food and drinks available on Hearn Plaza on Commencement morning?
A variety of food and beverages will be available for purchase on Hearn Plaza, and coffee & tea will be sold in The Bookstore.

Where do graduating students line up for the processional?
Assembly instructions are given at the Senior Meeting in April. Assemble in cap and gown no later than 8:00 a.m. with your degree group.

Does the University make accommodations for guests with disabilities?
Yes. You may request a Special Needs parking pass when you pick up your tickets. To receive the pass, you will need to exchange one of the two general parking passes already included in your ticket order. You will be asked to sign a form indicating that you have received the pass. Click here for more information.

Where am I allowed to park on campus on Commencement Day?
On-campus parking will be limited; every car (including students’ cars) must have a parking pass to enter campus on Monday morning. Click here for more parking information.

What happens if it rains?
If rain is likely, University officials will announce a decision regarding the rain plan by 7 a.m. Click here for more rain plan information.

How long is the Commencement ceremony?
Commencement exercises last approximately two hours and forty-five minutes.

How many people are expected on Hearn Plaza for graduation?
Typically, 10,000 to 15,000 attend the exercises.

Will a DVD of Commencement be available?
Yes. A two-disc DVD of the entire Graduation ceremony can be purchased in advance using the online ticket registration page. You can order the DVD set after online registration closes by contacting Epic Video directly at 336.924.8778 or .  There will also be a live webcast here beginning at 8:45 a.m. Monday, May 21.

Will there be a professional photographing graduates on stage?
A professional will photograph each graduate of the School of Arts and Sciences as he or she crosses the stage during commencement. Click here for more information.

Can guests bring cameras?
Yes, but for their own safety and for the courtesy of others, guests may not take photos from the platform. The use of a personal handheld video camera will be allowed only if it does not obstruct the view of other guests. Click here for more information about professional photography.

Is there space for private receptions during Commencement Weekend?
Rooms for private events are available at Graylyn Inn and Conference Center (www.graylyn.com or 336.758.2428) and at area hotels.