For Graduating Students:
Graduating students who will require accommodations in the graduation process must complete an Accommodation Request Form coming in the spring.
For Guests:
Bridgewater State University is committed to ensuring all individuals have equal access to its programs, services, and community. Please refer to the section below for Accessibility information as it pertains to Commencement Ceremonies at Gillette Stadium.
Accessibility Information:
Accessible Parking
Graduate Commencement May 15, 2025
- Lots 4A & 5A offer accessible parking nearest the accessible entrance.
- Please note: a handicap placard is required to park vehicles in specifically designated handicap parking spaces. Please refer to the blue spaces marked on the parking map.
Undergraduate Commencement May 16, 2025
- West Side: Lot 22B and 10
- East Side: Lot 4A and 5A
- Please note: a handicap placard is required to park vehicles in specifically designated handicap parking spaces. Please refer to the blue spaces marked on the parking map.
All Commencement parking at Gillette Stadium is complimentary.
Accessible Entrance
Graduate Commencement May 15, 2025
Guests requiring accessibility should utilize the E2 Suite Entrance. This gate has an elevator to bring guests with mobility challenges to the main concourse of the stadium. BSU Staff will be available at this entrance and on the concourse to assist with directions.
Undergraduate Commencement May 16, 2025
West Side of the Stadium: CVS Health Gate. This gate has ramps to bring guests with mobility challenges to the main concourse of the stadium. BSU Staff will be available at this entrance and on the concourse to assist with directions.
East Side of the Stadium: E2 Suite Entrance. This gate has an elevator to bring guests with mobility challenges to the main concourse of the stadium. BSU Staff will be available at this entrance and on the concourse to assist with directions.
Etiquette and protocols, including bag policy can be found at https://www.bridgew.edu/commencement/etiquette-and-protocols. For guests requiring exemptions to this policy, please email Gillette as noted.
Wheelchairs
Wheelchairs and other mobility devices are not provided. It is recommended that guests make prior arrangements should they need a wheelchair.
Accessible Seating
Gillette Stadium has a limited number of accessible seating locations throughout the stadium (all on the concourse level). BSU and Gillette staff will be on hand to direct guests to accessible seating. All guests who need accessible seating are encouraged to arrive early, when entrances open, as seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.
Due to space restrictions, guests with accessibility needs may have one companion guest in the accessible seating area. To maintain proximity, three rows in front of each accessible section will be reserved for any remaining guests in the same party.
Electrical outlets are available in the first accessible seating area (closest to North Endzone) for those guests that require electricity for items such as Oxygen units.
Assistive Listening Devices
A limited number of listening devices will be available for each ceremony. The location for pickup will be the Red BSU Information Tent on the Concourse level.
Closed Captioning/Interpreter
Closed Captioning will be available on all screens throughout the stadium. There will be an interpreter at all ceremonies with viewing available on multiple screens on the field. Guests planning to view these screens should select their seating accordingly.
In addition, two large print programs will be available per ceremony. The location for pickup will be the Red BSU Information Tent on the Concourse level.
Accessible Restrooms
All public restrooms are accessible to guests with disabilities.
Service Animals
BSU and Gillette Stadium welcome service animals assisting guests with disabilities to the stadium.
Additional questions?
For Undergraduate (Bachelors) ceremonies please email undergradcommence@bridgew.edu.
For Graduate (Masters, CAGS, EdS) ceremony please email gradcommencement@bridgew.edu.