Disability-Related Accommodations for Commencement
Graduate Candidates:
Graduates who require disability-related accommodations to fully participate in Commencement should complete the form: Commencement Student Accommodations Form.
Requests should be submitted as early as possible and no later than two weeks prior to the ceremony. While we will make every effort to accommodate late requests, we may be unable to fulfill them without sufficient preparation time.
Please note: Some accommodation requests may require attendance at the Commencement Rehearsal.
Guest Accommodations:
Accessible Seating
An ADA-designated seating area (marked with flags) will be available for guests requesting wheelchair access.
- Up to two (2) support persons may accompany each guest with a disability.
- No RSVP or check-in is required.
- Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
ADA Parking & Transportation
For accessible parking or transportation questions, please contact Transportation & Parking Services:
- Email: parking@csuci.edu
- Phone: (805)-437-8430
Deaf & Hard of Hearing Services
Ceremony screens will include:
- Closed Captioning
- A picture-in-picture display of the ASL interpreter
General Accommodation Inquiries
The University encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs, events, and activities. If you anticipate needing accommodations or have questions about physical access, please contact the appropriate office below as soon as possible:
CSUCI Students:
Disability Accommodations & Support Services: accommodations@csuci.edu
CSUCI Employees or Members of the Public:
Director of Human Resources: angela.portillo@csuci.edu