Here is a list of prohibited items in Bearcat Stadium:
The following items are permitted in Bearcat Stadium:
Please familiarize yourself with all weather emergency procedures. Note that umbrellas will not be allowed in Bearcat Stadium.
Graduates will have two photos taken by professional photographers from GradImages; one as the graduate crosses the stage, and a second directly off the stage while holding their diploma cover in front of a Northwest backdrop. Proofs will be emailed or mailed directly to the graduate within one week, and you may order photos at your convenience. Please contact GradImages at 800.424.3686 directly for any questions. You will deal directly with the studio regarding this service.
For the safety of graduates exiting the stage, there is a designated photo area to the right of the stage. Guests may not take photos in aisles.
To accommodate guests who cannot attend, Northwest will offer a live online stream of the ceremonies at www.nwmissouri.edu/live. Archived videos of the ceremonies will be uploaded to Northwest's YouTube channel.
We want to make sure our graduates and guests are safe and comfortable on this very special occasion. If you are needing any accommodations please contact us at commencement@nwmissouri.edu.
Elderly, mobility impaired, and disabled guests may be dropped off in the circle drive in front of the Lamkin Activity Center. A lot designated for disabled parking is located across the street from the Lamkin Activity Center, just to the west of the Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building. Vehicles must have a state disabled parking permit.
Elevator access is available on the ground level through the west side entrance to the stadium. Ramps are also accessible to the bleachers on the east side of the stadium.
There are designated areas in the stadium for disabled seating. Ushers at the entrance will be happy to help you find those areas.
Free parking is available at most areas on campus the day of commencement. A lot designated for disabled parking is located across the street from the Lamkin Activity Center, just to the west of the Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building.
Doors will open 90 minutes prior to the ceremony time. Once the gates open, you may seat yourself in any available seat in the stadium.
The Commencement ceremony will last 2 hours.
Graduates will be seated on the field.
When it is time for them to go on stage, they will walk onto the left side of the stage and proceed to the right side of the stage.
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