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Information for Guests

The undergraduate ceremony will begin promptly at 10:00AM.  The Commencement Speaker for the undergraduate ceremony is Simmons alumna Gwen Ifill '77, '93HD. Doors will open for guest seating at 9:00AM.

The graduate  ceremony will begin at 2:00PM.  The Commencement Speaker for the graduate ceremony is 2009 Honorary Degree Candidate Greg Mortenson. Please note that doors will not open for seating at the graduate ceremony until 1:10PM.

ACCESSIBILITY INFORMATION: The Bank of America Pavilion is ADA compliant and wheelchair accessible.  The Pavilion will have a few wheelchairs available for transport from car to seating only.  Families with guests with mobility issues should drive to the front door of the Pavilion and a Simmons volunteer will be of assistance.  Please contact us at commencement@simmons.edu if you have accessibility issues. 

Please click here for more information about the Commencement Speakers.

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