Frequently Asked Questions

I am coming to my daughter's graduation and am not sure how I will be able to find my way around campus.

There will be ample directional signage related to accessibility seating and restrooms in and around Tercentenary Theatre on Commencement Day. Additional accessible information is available at http://accessibility.harvard.edu/getting-around-visitors. Please visit the University Disability Services website for forthcoming Commencement accessibility maps. 

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My mother, who is blind, will be attending Commencement. Is it possible to provide her with a Braille copy of the Commencement Program?

Contact the University Disability Services Office at least 3 weeks in advance of your arrival on campus in order to provide the necessary time to convert text to Braille. Disability Services may be reached at disabilityservices@harvard.edu or 617-495-1859.

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I am deaf and I plan to attend the morning Commencement as well as the House ceremonies. How do I request interpreting or CART services?

The Commencement Day ceremonies will be sign language interpreted in the accessible seating area. You will need a ticket for the accessible seating area (See ticket exchange information above). Open captioning is provided on the large LED screens conveniently located in Tercentenary Theatre.

For any questions, please contact disabilityservices@harvard.edu

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I would like to rent a wheelchair for family member for a variety of graduation events.

There are a number of medical equipment rental companies in the local area. Wheelchairs, walkers and scooters may be rented from local vendors in the area that provide short term loans for a fee. Family and friends needing such wheeled mobility aids are strongly encouraged to reserve necessary equipment well in advance of coming to campus.

1. Belmont Medical Supply 
http://www.belmontmedical.com/
185 Belmont Street, Belmont, MA 02478 
(617) 484-3888

2. Boston Orthopedic & Respiratory...

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I will be attending the Commencement ceremonies and will need accessible parking. Where do I park?

Harvard Square can be very busy on Commencement Day and as such, University Disability Services has collaborated with the Parking and Transportation offices to provide accessible parking options. Accessible Parking for Commencement will be located at the Athletic Complex, south of campus. After you park, there will be accessible shuttles available to take you to the Harvard Yard’s Tercentenary Theatre. The shuttle buses will be running continuously on a schedule of every 10-15 minutes offering transportation across campus.

Guests traveling to and from the Longwood Campus and Harvard...

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