Visitor Resources

A list of Boston area hotels and accommodations is available at this location. It is advised that hotel reservations should be made 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 to 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 & Visitors' Bureau at 888-SEEBOSTON or www.bostonusa.com.

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 for weather conditions.

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 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. In the event of rain, the First Aid Station behind Section O on the north concourse of Conte Forum will be available.

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. - 5:00 p.m.
     Sunday -10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
     Monday - 9:00 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-Gate D)
        8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
     Conte Forum (rain only)
        8:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m.

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

Dining Facilities
    Friday, May 21 to Sunday, May 23
        Corcoran Commons
           7:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
    Monday, May 24
        Corcoran Commons
           6:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.
        Beans, Creams & Dreams
           (at Lower Campus Plaza)
            7:00 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
        Hillside CafĂ©
           7:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
        The Chocolate Bar at McElroy
           7:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m.
        Lyons Dining Hall
           11:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.    
           (weather permitting)

Water Stations
    Alumni Stadium
         Ground & 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 & Gate D)
        7:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Fresh Floral Bouquets
    Corcoran Commons
    Alumni Stadium (Gate A & Gate D)

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