VISITORS WITH DISABILITIES 

ACCESSIBILITY

For a map indicating accessibility routes and entrances to buildings, please view Wesleyan's accessibility map.

SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETERS 

A sign language interpreter is present at the Commencement Ceremony. 

ACCESSIBLE SEATING FOR COMMENCEMENT

Wesleyan provides up to 3 seats in the accessible seating area per request. We ask that at least one guest/escort remain with the person requiring accessible seating for the duration of the ceremony. Arrangements can be made for additional guests if necessary. Please be advised that the accessible seating section is located outdoors on an open, grassy field. Guests should come prepared for appropriate weather conditions (hat, umbrella, reusable water bottles, sunscreen, etc.) as these seats are exposed to the elements. Real time simulcasts of the ceremony are available indoors for guests who would be more comfortable there. Reservations do not need to be made for the indoor simulcasts. 

Please complete and submit the Accessible Seating Request Form to reserve up to 3 seats in the accessible seating area.  You will receive an email with a copy of the request you have made.  A confirmation email will also be sent on the Wednesday prior to Commencement.  If you need additional information or assistance, please send your inquiry to RCADArequest@wesleyan.edu.

COMMENCEMENT ALTERNATIVE VIEWING OPTIONS

Navigating campus with the anticipated high volume of guests and cars can be challenging. In addition, weather can also be unpredictable. As such, we offer two options to view the ceremonies remotely – on the Reunion & Commencement website and in indoor viewing location(s) on campus. The simulcast locations are the Memorial Chapel, Patricelli '92 Theater, Center for the Arts Hall, and Tishler Lecture Hall (Room 150) at the Exley Science Center.

ACCESSIBILITY PARKING DURING THE WEEKEND AND FOR COMMENCEMENT

Throughout the weekend mobility impaired guests may park in the "E" lot (located on Wyllys Avenue adjacent to the Office of Admission).

On Sunday mobility impaired guests may park in C Lot located on Church Street, west of the intersection with High Street or E Lot located on Wyllys Avenue adjacent to the Office of Admission.  University staff and students driving golf carts will be available at each lot to assist in transporting guests to-and-from the accessibility section on Andrus Field. Drivers are also encouraged to drop of guests on Wyllys Avenue and then park elsewhere.

 Spaces are available on a first-come, first-served basis. 

ACCESSIBLE RESTROOMS

Accessible restrooms are located in buildings throughout campus where events are held. Details can be found on Wesleyan's accessibility map. 

WHEELCHAIRS

Guests needing wheelchairs should must arrangements to bring their own; wheelchairs are not provided. Wheelchairs can often be rented from a local medical supply store in your community, but are not available from the University.

GENERAL ASSISTANCE

Please provide ample notice (two week minimum) when requesting accommodations. Wesleyan may not be able to accommodate requests that are made on short notice, that would pose an undue hardship, or that would fundamentally alter the nature of the University's events or programs.