Registration for Guests Needing Special Accommodations Parking for 2019 Rutgers-Camden Commencement Ceremonies

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Know Before You Go


  • There are several handicap-designated spaces in the BB&T Pavilion lot and an additional 100 spaces will be handicap-designated on May 22 and 23.
  • Guests with disabilities requiring special accommodations or who have issues walking up to 1/8 mile must register online for a special-needs parking hang tag to ensure that walking is limited.Space for special-needs parking is limited.  All registrations much be received by May 3, 2019.
  • To assist guests with limited mobility, Rutgers will provide a tram from the handicap-designated parking lot to the entrance of the BB&T Pavilion. The tram will start running one hour prior to each ceremony and end one hour after each ceremony. 
  • Bring Your Own Assistive Device: Please be aware that there will be a considerable amount of on-site travel required to move from the parking lot to your seat.  From the main entrance of the BB&T to the special seating areas walking distances for 140 to 250 feet maybe required.  If you or your guest(s) requires a wheelchair or other device to travel any distance, you must bring it with you.


Registering for a Special-Needs Parking Hang Tag

  • If you have a State-Issued Handicapped Parking Placard, you may park in handicap-designated areas.
  • If you do not have a State-Issued Handicapped Parking Placard, but are transporting a guest needing assistance, you may register here by May 3, 2019.  Please note that these spots are available on a first-come, first-serve basis. 
  • After registering for special-needs parking, you will receive an email with instructions and a printable parking placard by May 15, 2019.


For more information, contact Ashley Dolce at 856-225-2904 or ashley.jensen@rutgers.edu 


Commencement will be held at the BB&T Pavilion, 1 Harbour Blvd, Camden, NJ 08103