FAQ

Please visit the ADA Accommodations page for information.

For family and friends of graduates who are not able to travel to Portland for the commencement ceremony, a live stream of the event will be available, courtesy of Rose City Sound. More information and a link to the live stream will be posted closer to the event date.

There are several hotels located in downtown Portland near our campus and the Tiffany Center. Families have often stayed at hotels such as the Canopy by Hilton and the Hampton Inn, Pearl District.

Guests may park free of charge in the Tiffany Center’s parking lot, located a half block from the building. The cross streets are SW Alder Street and SW 14^thAvenue.

Photos of the graduates and ceremony will be available one week following the event. A link to free photos for download will be sent to graduates.

Due to fire regulations, we ask that guests do not approach the stage for personal photos.

Commencement is a special event for all involved. Please show respect for everyone who has come to share in the experience. Individuals who engage in inappropriate or disruptive behavior will be removed from the event.

The following items are prohibited:

• Alcohol. Anyone intoxicated or perceived to be intoxicated will be removed from the event.
• Fireworks
• Weapons of any kind
• Large banners, posters, signs or flags on poles
• Artificial noisemakers
• Bullhorns or other sound amplification devices
• Tobacco, cannabis or other smoking products
• Laser pointers or devices
• Drones