2025 Commencement Ceremony 

Find the most up-to-date information about the Commencement Ceremony below, including important deadlines, what to expect the day of the event, and much more! 

We are so excited to celebrate with you! 

 

What You Should Know About Commencement 

 

Directions and Parking 

• General parking at the Broadmoor World Area is Free. Lot is reserved for volunteers. There is ADA/handicapped parking available in all parking lots. Keep in mind - tailgating is not allowed in the parking lot. 
• There are three entrances to the venue parking lot - Venetucci Blvd (busiest entrance), Geyser Dr., and Bob Johnson Dr. For the quickest entry, we recommend using the entrances off of Geyser Dr. and Bob Johnson Dr. View venue directions and parking information. 
  

Arrival & Entering the Venue

• The ceremony will begin at 10:30am. 
• Please review the Broadmoor World Arena’s entry policies prior to arrival. This includes policies on bags, outside food and beverage (including water), strollers, and security.  
  
• More information will be available closer to the ceremony.

After Arrival: For Graduates

• Marshals will be on hand to give you processional directions, and volunteers will be on hand to help you with any last-minute preparations. 
• Additional support at the venue will include general information and troubleshooting, phonetic spelling assistance, PPSC Bookstore, Military & Veterans Programs, and COSI and Promise Programs, and more. 
  
• More information will be available closer to the ceremony.

After Arrival: For Guests 

• After entering through Gate B, guests can sit anywhere in the arena in open seating, with two exceptions: the arena floor is reserved for graduates. You cannot sit with graduates. Several rows in Section 107 are reserved for those who are deaf or hard of hearing. 
• Commencement Programs will be available at the venue both printed and digital formats. For digital formats, look for posters with the QR Code around the venue and scan it with your phone. 

Accessibility 

• If accommodations are needed for graduates, visit the Accessibility Table after you check in. Accommodation Services provided by PPSC are for graduates. The venue is set up to accommodate family members and guests. Primary accommodations include preferential seating for students with mobility challenges.  
• ASL Interpreters will be on stage as well as on the floor for visual access. 
• The Broadmoor World Arena is set up to accommodate family members and guests with accessibility needs, including wheelchair and companion seating.

Quick Tips for Graduates

• GradImages will be present during the Ceremony to take graduate portraits. If you register for GradImages before commencement day, you will get 20% off your official photography purchase.
• It will be warm in the service level where you will line up for the procession. Plan and dress accordingly. 
• You’ll spend a lot of time on your feet, so wear comfortable shoes!
• The venue will not allow you to bring in water, but our Student Care team will have some available should you need it. 
• Don’t carry unnecessary items. There will be nowhere to store personal items such as bags and purses during the ceremony.  

Browse  additional resources below, and view all frequently asked questions about the graduation process and the commencement ceremony on our FAQ page. 

Graduation and Commencement Frequently Asked Questions

For additional questions, concerns, or comments not covered here or in the FAQ, email commencement@pikespeak.edu