# @univofmaryland on Instagram - **Type:** Image - **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/DYiEdY5Gc52 - **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/65639079-univofmaryland-instagram - **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/b6fecde8a8.jpg - **Posted:** 2026-05-19T19:41:18.000+00:00 - **Account Owner:** University of Maryland (@univofmaryland) β€” https://gondola.cc/univofmaryland ## Caption Getting ready for Commencement? πŸŽ‰πŸŽ“ Check out these tips to know before you go ⬇️ and find all the info at commencement.umd.edu Arrive Prepared 🎟️ Make sure you’re ready to celebrate! Claim and download your tickets beforehand, arrive on time, prepare your regalia and fuel your body! All our tips: commencement.umd.edu/main-ceremony/eventday#before Be Ready for Weather ☁️ Rain is still in the forecast for Thursday. Be sure to bring rain gear of your choice, but know that umbrellas are prohibited within SECU Stadium. Graduate Arrival Information πŸŽ“ Grads should arrive at the Cole Field House historic entrance no later than your assigned time based on the school or college you are graduating from. Have your ticket ready on your mobile device. Plus enjoy the live DJ while you line up! More info: commencement.umd.edu/main-ceremony/eventday#arrival SECU Stadium Bag Policy πŸ‘œ For graduates’ guests, clear bags no larger than 12”x12”x6” are permitted. They will be searched, which can delay entry, so we recommend avoiding bags if possible. Backpacks are prohibited. Full bag policy: commencement.umd.edu/main-ceremony/eventday#bag SECU Stadium Map 🏟️ Familiarize yourself with our SECU Stadium Map to plan your day! The map has helpful info, including the location each school or college will be seated on the field, accessible seating locations, elevators, first aid stations and more. Full map: commencement.umd.edu/main-ceremony/eventday#map Parking and Transportation 🚌 Parking permits are not required, and meters will be turned off in most lots. Please arrive early, plan for traffic delays and use free campus shuttles as needed. All shuttles are wheelchair accessible. Full parking and shuttle map: commencement.umd.edu/main-ceremony/eventday#parking ## Stats - **Views:** 0 - **Likes:** 1,099 - **Shares:** 0 - **Comments:** 8 ## Tags parking, map, bag, before, arrival --- Copyright (c) Gondola