Map & Parking

We recommend that you allow at least 30 minutes to park and walk to the O'rena. Parking is first come, first served. There are various parking lots and structures and some require a short walk to the O'rena. We strongly encourage that disabled guests be dropped off at the main entrance to the O’rena (main entry) which is accessible to people with disabilities.

O'rena Area Map 

O'rena Seating Information

Parking: 

1. ARRIVE EARLY. Parking is first come, first served. Please allow for at least 30 minutes to park and walk to the O’rena.
2. Disabled guests are encouraged to be dropped off at the north entrance to the O’rena (main entry) which is handicapped accessible.
3. Review the parking lot map; overview is available on the website designating the location of parking lots, garage next to the O’rena and accessible parking.
4. Guests need to show hang tag or emblem on license plate for entry to accessible spaces.
5. General signage will be posted to direct you to parking areas.
6. Parking will be managed by OU Athletics and OU Police Department personnel.
7. Please exit the O’rena facility promptly following each ceremony to allow for transition time between ceremonies.

Disability Assistance 
The O’rena and recreational facilities are both accessible to people with disabilities. There are nearly 100 seating accommodations in the arena where family members may sit next to or nearby. Disabled guests need to have someone with them to assist to and from the seating area.

1. For graduates, the recreation center is accessible to and from the check-in area as well as the arena seating area. Staff volunteers will be available to assist.
2. Sign language interpreters will be present at both ceremonies.
3. For questions/concerns, please contact Disability Assistance at (248) 522-2481.

Prohibited Items at O'Rena:

1. Helium balloons
2. Noisemakers including air horns and whistles
3. Outside food and drink
4. Alcohol/tobacco/vaping products - Oakland University is a smoke-free campus
5. Glitter or confetti of any kind
6. Camera or video tripods
7. Weapons of any kind
8. Graduates should not bring purses, flowers, etc., to the check-in area. There is no secure storage and you will not be allowed to carry any items during the ceremony, nor return to the check-in area. It will be closed after the processional.