Graduation ceremonies at the UNT Coliseum are a CFB tradition and a time for life-long memories. As you make your drive to Denton and enjoy visits from out-of-town relatives on this momentous occasion, we want you to be prepared for your arrival. The University of North Texas has implemented new rules this year regarding activities inside and what can be brought into the venue.
When
Graduation will be held on Sunday, Jun. 2, at the UNT Coliseum.
9 AM – Newman Smith Graduation
1 PM – Turner Graduation
4 PM – Creekview Graduation
7 PM – Ranchview Graduation
Parking
- Arrive early and carpool as much as possible. Allow for extra time to park and walk some distance from your car to the ceremony.
- Don’t rely on your GPS – you will be taking the North Texas Boulevard Exit to access the UNT campus from I-35.
- There will be signage and UNT Police officers guiding traffic around the Coliseum.
UNT Coliseum Polices
- No seat-saving. This is a policy of the UNT Coliseum. There will be more than enough seating available for all guests. Arriving early is the best way to find the best vantage point for you and your family.
- With the exception of seats for graduates, special commencement guests and district personnel, there are no reserved seats.
- ALL individual bags will be checked as people enter the Coliseum. Prepare before you arrive. If you don’t need that bag, leave it in the car or at home. 🙂
Tickets
We do not have tickets for graduation and we do not limit the number of seats per student. Got a gigantic entourage? Awesome! But make sure they arrive early, or they may not all be sitting together.
Forbidden items
- Balloons (we know – they’re a thing – but not a Coliseum thing) 🙂
- Beach balls
- Noise makers, bullhorns, etc.
- Silly string, bubbles, glitter or any other similar items that people can slip on or get in their eyes.
- Signs or banners (we know! but you still have time to make fun shirts with your messages – signs will not be allowed in the Coliseum
- Tripods, monopods, selfie sticks, drones, etc. Ask a friend to take your picture. They will totally do it.
- Any tobacco products or devices for smoking or vaping. UNT is a smoke-free campus inside and out.
- Strollers inside the seating area. Strollers can be used to bring young children into the Coliseum only.
More information
UNT has more information on their website on what you need to know prior to arriving for graduation. Please share this page with your family and friends who will be heading to Denton to celebrate the class of 2019 with you so that your entrance into the Coliseum is quick and easy.
