Where can my guests park? Is there a drop-off zone close to Austin Hall if I have guests with mobility concerns?

Visitor parking information and maps can be found at the OSU Transportation Services website. Parking is free on campus on Friday, June 12th. Guests are welcome to use the Beaver Bus - route maps can be found here. Guests can also be dropped off at the loading zone to the side of Austin Hall, near the corner of Jefferson and Sackett. View the Loading Zone Map, with the Austin Hall loading zone circled in orange.

Is reserved seating available?

No, reserved seating is NOT available. Seating is first-come, first-served.

Will I receive physical tickets for the ceremony? Do my guests have to check in?

Physical tickets will not be provided, and guests do not need to check in. Graduates must check in by name at the registration table, where their names will be checked against the registration sheet. Guests can be seated immediately without checking in. 

Can I bring guests to the ceremony? Is there a guest limit?

Please do! We want you to be able to celebrate with your guests and loved ones. There is no guest limit for the 2026 College of Business Undergraduate Graduation Ceremonies, but we do ask that you let us know how many guests you expect to bring with you when you register for your ceremony. Guest seating is first-come, first-served and cannot be guaranteed.

Can I get my stole early so I can take graduation photos?

You can absolutely borrow one! Loaner stoles will be available for temporary lending at the Career Success Center in Austin Hall. You will need to provide your student ID in order to borrow a stole, and you will be required to return it within 24 hours. Gift stoles will not be distributed early or outside of the graduation ceremonies.

What if I'm unable to attend my graduation ceremony, but want a stole?

Graduation stoles are designed for graduating seniors who attend the Graduation Ceremonies in person. You must attend the ceremony in order to receive your stole as they are a gift for those who attend. Thank you for understanding.

What if I can't attend my major-specific ceremony due to a time conflict?

You're welcome to attend the Business Administration ceremony. Please register under this time slot to let us know.

Which ceremony should I attend if I'm an Innovation Management or Hospitality Management major?

The Innovation Management and Hospitality Management majors fall under the Business Administration program, so please register for the Business Administration ceremony.

What if I'm a double major?

You are welcome to attend both major ceremonies if you would like. Please register for both ceremonies in order to indicate your attendance. If you attend two ceremonies, you will receive only one stole.

How do I get a stole?

In order to receive a stole, you must register for and attend the appropriate Graduation Ceremony for your major. When you register for the ceremony, an order will be placed for your graduation stole and you will be presented with your stole at the graduation ceremony. You must attend the ceremony in person to receive a stole.

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