Commencement Accessibility Information

Harvard University welcomes individuals with disabilities to participate in its programs and activities. If you would like to request accommodations or have questions about the physical access provided, please contact Katie Caponera, director of student life, at kcaponera@hds.harvard.edu or 617.384.7571 in advance of your participation or visit. Requests for Sign Language interpreters and/or CART providers should be made at least two weeks in advance, if possible. Please note that the University will make every effort to secure services, but that services are subject to availability.

For arrangements or needs for access to Commencement activities coordinated by Harvard Divinity School, such as the Multireligious Commencement Service, the Diploma Awarding Ceremony, or the Commencement Luncheon, graduating students should email Katie Caponera or call at 617.384.7571.

Graduating students should be in touch with Katie Caponera, should their guests require accessible seating tickets for the Morning Exercises in Harvard Yard.  In order to accommodate as many family members and friends with disabilities as possible in the reserved seating area, individuals with an accessible seating ticket will be permitted to have one companion accompany them into the accessible seating section. The companion must also have an accessible seating ticket. Harvard will make every effort to accommodate parents and guests without accessible seating tickets on Commencement Day, however accessible seating is limited and advanced planning is strongly encouraged.

For a full listing of all services provided by University Disability Services for Commencement events.