Undergraduate Ceremony FAQs
- All patrons are subject to security screening as a condition of admission.
- Bags and purses are subject to an additional screening, slowing the entry process. Bring only essential items.
- Bottles, cans, flasks, noise makers, selfie sticks, weapons of any kind. Dangerous and unlawful materials are prohibited.
- Outside food and beverages are prohibited.
- Additional items may be prohibited as requested by teams, leagues, promoters, or artists.
The commencement exercises for associate and baccalaureate candidates will be held on Sunday, May 11, 2025, at the Erie Insurance Arena (approximate length of ceremony is two hours). The times for these exercises wil be announced at a later date, as graduation gets nearer.
The time, date, and location of graduation mass will be announced at a later date.
No, tickets are not required for the undergraduate ceremony at the Erie Insurance Arena. Graduates may bring as many guests as they like. General seating will be on a first-come, first-served basis.
The time doors will open will be announced at a later date.
The time graduates must arrive by will be announced at a later date.
Parking is available at the Erie Insurance Arena ramp on East 8th Street between French and Holland Streets (parking fee is $5, cash only). Accessible parking is available in the northwest lot of the arena.
Accessible seating is available for guests attending commencement at the Erie Insurance Arena. Once inside, someone will direct you to accessible seating areas and elevators.
Questions about accessibility or requests for accommodations on the Mercyhurst campus may addressed to Susan Reddinger, ADA Coordinator, by email at ada@mercyhurst.edu or phone at 814-824-2362. Questions specific to the Erie Insurance Arena can be addressed by calling them directly at 814-453-7117.