Cameron University’s annual Commencement will take place on Friday, May 9, at 7:30 p.m. at Cameron Stadium. CU President Jari Askins will deliver the Commencement address. Cameron officials encourage graduates, their families and friends, and all visitors to arrive at least 30 minutes early to facilitate a seamless entry into the stadium. Gates open at 6 p.m. Ample parking is available on campus.
DISABILITY ACCOMMODATION – PARKING AND SEATING
The university has provided several seating sections for guests, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. A section on the east end of the stadium floor is designated for guests unable to negotiate stairs. Guests needing access to this area should enter the stadium through the northwest gate and proceed along the stadium floor in front of the north stands to the roped off seating. Additional ADA designated seating on the upper levels of the stadium is accessible through the east gates. To ensure sufficient room for everyone, seating in these areas is limited to the guest and one escort. Commencement volunteers will direct guests to these areas.
GUESTS
Guests may enter the stadium through any gate. Guests should allow sufficient time to walk from parking areas, pass through gate security, and be seated no later than 7:20 p.m. Children under age 6 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
SECURITY
Officers will conduct safety checks of all carry-in bags including handbags, purses and camera bags. Illegal drugs, alcohol, weapons, fireworks, signs on poles, or noisemakers are not allowed. Oversized bags, backpacks and duffle bags will not be permitted, nor will coolers with drinks, cans or bottles. CU will provide complimentary bottled water to graduates and guests.
LIVESTREAM
To enable more family and friends to enjoy their graduates’ accomplishments, Cameron University has partnered with Oklahoma Sports Network to livestream the ceremony for those who cannot attend in person. The livestream of the ceremony can be accessed in five ways:
• Go to the Cameron University channel on YouTube and search for “Cameron Commencement.”
• Watch it on the Cameron University Facebook page.
• Visit the Oklahoma Sports Network’s website at https://www.oksportsnet.com and click the Cameron link.
• The livestream will also be available on the Oklahoma Sports Network’s Roku, Amazon, Firestick and Apple TV platforms.
• Guests in the stadium can download a free app for Apple and Android and watch the ceremony on their phones.
DRONES
CU’s stadium lies in restricted airspace because of its proximity to Comanche County Memorial Hospital’s helipad. The flying of drones is prohibited.
WEATHER
In the event of a gentle spring rain, Commencement will still take place at Cameron Stadium on Friday, May 9, and ponchos will be provided for graduates. Guests are encouraged to dress accordingly. Also, to ensure all are able to see their graduates, umbrellas will not be allowed. In the event of severe weather on Friday evening, Commencement will be rescheduled for Saturday, May 10. Three separate ceremonies will be held in Aggie Gymnasium at 10 a.m., Noon and 2 p.m. There will be no limit on guests if the ceremony moves indoors.
Inclement weather announcements regarding the status of commencement will be made through the following media:
- KCCU Radio (Lawton-Ft. Sill – 89.3 & 102.9, Wichita Falls – 88.7, Ardmore – 90.3, Altus – 90.1)
- KSWO (Channel 7, Lawton)
- KFDX (Channel 3, Wichita Falls)
- KAUZ (Channel 6, Wichita Falls)
- KFOR (Channel 4, Oklahoma City)
- KWTV (Channel 9, Oklahoma City)
- KOCO (Channel 5, Oklahoma City)
- Cameron University home page (www.cameron.edu)
- An e-mail to all faculty and staff
- Voice message, text and e-mail to all students (email will be sent to students’ Cameron University e-mail account)
- Cameron University’s official Facebook page
Detailed information is available at https://www.cameron.edu/commencement.
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