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Arrival and Seating


Arrival

Families and guests should arrive at least one hour before the ceremony starts to have adequate time to park and find their seats. Doors will open one hour before the ceremony.

Seating

Guest seating is on a first-come, first-served basis. Guests with accessibility needs can make arrangements for accommodations through the Laurie Auditorium Box Office either in person or by calling 210-999-8119.

Bags, Signs, and Banners

Bags

To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for all attendees, we encourage you to plan ahead and travel light.

  • We kindly ask that guests only bring small bags such as purses, clutches, or small totes
  • Clear bags are highly encouraged
  • While not mandatory, bags that are not clear may be subject to search.
Signs and Banners

To not obstruct families from seeing their graduates cross the stage, no signs or banners will be permitted, affixed, or hung anywhere in the facility. Flowers, congratulatory cards, and small gifts are allowed and encouraged.

Noisemakers

Please note that noisemakers are not allowed at the ceremony. This includes airhorns, whistles, cowbells, confetti poppers, and/or musical instruments that are distracting to guests and graduates.

Directions and Parking

Parking for Commencement Ceremonies will be located at:

Accessible parking and assistance

  • Guests with accessible needs may park on any level of the Laurie Auditorium garage.
  • Golf cart shuttles will be provided for those who need assistance.

 

 

Ceremony Location
Follow directions to Laurie Auditorium

Laurie Auditorium

 

 

Accessibility 
Parking areas and guidelines

Accessibility Guide

 

 

 

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Find general areas and buildings

Campus Map

 

Where to Stay

Exterior photo of Hotel Emma


We look forward to welcoming you to our campus and the city we call home. We encourage you to make reservations as early as possible and to investigate some of the hotels that offer special Trinity rates.

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Things to do in San Antonio


After the ceremony, take advantage of what San Antonio has to offer. San Antonio offers Texas-sized adventures for folks of all ages.

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