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Update

Thank you for your interest in Stanford’s 129th Commencement Weekend. Unfortunately, due to the ongoing uncertainties surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic, including state and local guidelines regarding large gatherings, we have had to make the difficult decision to postpone this year’s celebration. We know how deeply disappointing this is, especially for Stanford’s 2020 graduates.

We strongly believe in the value and importance of celebrating in person, and we have committed to holding an on-campus Commencement celebration for 2020 graduates at some point in the future. The timing and format will depend on the evolution of the COVID-19 situation. We also plan to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of our graduating students in June 2020, though we will have to do so at a distance.

We greatly appreciate all of the feedback and ideas that students, their families, and members of the community have brought forward. This input will help shape our plans as we work with student leadership and other community members to design a meaningful celebration. Thank you for your understanding and patience as we work through the details. We will update this site and be in contact with students and family members as the celebration takes shape.

Disability Resources

Student address at Baccalaureate

Stanford University is committed to ensuring its facilities, programs and services are accessible to everyone. Please take a moment to review the available accommodations and resources below.

Accommodation Resources

A variety of resources are available for students and guests with special needs during Commencement Weekend including:

  • Temporary Disability Parking Permit
  • Sign Language & Captioning Services
  • Assistive Listening Devices
  • Braille & Large Print Material

Please visit the Diversity & Access website for lists of vendors providing the following:

Wheelchair & Mobility Device Rentals
Wheelchair Accessible Hotels

Students should contact the Diversity & Access Office directly:

Call (650) 725-0326 or email: disability.access@stanford.edu

Parking

If you have a state-issued disability parking placard or plate, you do not need to request a temporary permit and may park in any of the following spaces on campus:

  • Designated blue disability parking
  • Service vehicle spaces (posted time limit may apply)
  • Commuter (“A” or “C”) and residential permit spaces
  • Metered spaces (visitor spaces may require payment and will be posted)

Temporary disability parking permits issued by the Diversity & Access office are:

  • ONLY valid in designated lots for Baccalaureate and Commencement
  • NOT valid in any disabled parking spaces on campus

Animals

Please note that the university restricts pets and emotional support animals from public spaces on campus, with the exception of service animals that are specifically trained to perform a service and/or task for an individual with a disability. Restricted areas include dining areas, athletic venues, performance spaces, etc.

If you have questions, need additional information or to report a concern regarding accessibility, please contact the Diversity & Access Office.