Hotels and Accommodations

A list of Boston area hotels and accommodations is available at www.bc.edu/hotels. It is recommended that hotel reservations should be made and guaranteed at least one year in advance as there are more than 50 college and university commencements in the Greater Boston Metropolitan Area in May. It is strongly recommended that you guarantee your reservation. You may prefer to make your reservation through Central Reservation Service 617-569-3800 or 800-332-3026. You may conduct your own search through Google, Yahoo, SearchBoston.com or the Boston Convention and Visitors' Bureau at 888-SEEBOSTON or www.bostonusa.com.

University Hosts

University Hosts, identified by a maroon badge inscribed "University Host," and a straw hat will be stationed throughout the campus to provide any assistance that may be needed on Commencement Day.

Travel is extremely slow because of heavy traffic

If you drive, allow ample time for reaching the campus. Boston College is easily accessible by public transportation from most area hotels.

Guests should remember that there will be a lot of walking and stair climbing

Comfortable footwear is recommended. Since the University Commencement and a number of other ceremonies are held outdoors, it is suggested that guests also bring suitable protection against the heat of the day and rain gear in case of rain.

Guests and graduates are asked not to use cell phones during the ceremonies

Cell phone use during the ceremonies, including the procession across campus, is disruptive to guests, graduates and ceremony participants.

Medical Services

Medical services will be available at the First Aid Station located on the ground level under Section U at the northeast (Gate E) corner of Alumni Stadium.

Smoking is prohibited

Smoking is prohibited in all Boston College buildings, including Alumni Stadium.

Rest Rooms

Alumni Stadium
- Ground level on all sides
- Mezzanine level on the east (Boston) side

Conte Forum
- Concourse level

Lost and Found

Boston College Police Department
617-552-4440.

Boston College Bookstore/Gift Shops

Commencement Weekend:

The Bookstore, McElroy Commons
Saturday - 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday - 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Monday - 8:00 a.m. - 6:30 p.m.

The Hillside Shop
Saturday -10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Sunday - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Monday - 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Monday:

Gift Shops
Alumni Stadium (Tent-Across from Gate D)
8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Conte Forum
12 Noon to 3:00 p.m.

Class of 2013 T-shirts

The Commemorative Class of 2013 T-shirts, featuring the names of all those receiving degrees, will be available for $20 at Corcoran Commons, Alumni Stadium, Gate A and Gate D, and in front of St. Ignatius Church on Commencement day. They will also be available prior to Commencement from the Boston College Bookstore, in McElroy Commons and the Hillside shop. To purchase shirts in advance of Commencement Day please contact the bookstore at 800-978-0978.

Be sure to stop by to purchase Boston College memorabilia to celebrate this very special occasion.

Dining Facilities

Friday, May 17
Corcoran Commons
7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Hillside Cafe
7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Saturday, May 18
Corcoran Commons
7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Sunday, May 19
Corcoran Commons
7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Hillside Cafe
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Monday, May 20
Corcoran Commons
6:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Beans, Creams and Dreams
(at Lower Campus Plaza)
7:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Hillside Cafe
7:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Water Stations

(complimentary bottled water)
Alumni Stadium
- Ground and Mezzanine Levels
Recreation Complex
- East wing

Concession Stands

(food and beverages)

Alumni Stadium
- West Side 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Conte Forum
- 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Coffee and Pastry Stations

Alumni Stadium (Gate A and Gate D)
7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Fresh Floral Bouquets

Corcoran Commons
Alumni Stadium (Gate A and Gate D)
St Ignatius Church (front)
Chestnut Hill Mall Satellite parking area

ATMs

McElroy Commons
- Bookstore Lobby, Beacon St. side
Walsh Hall
- outside main entrance
Corcoran Commons
- inside main entrance
Maloney Hall
- first floor, next to elevator
Conte Forum Concourse
- southeast corner