Parking for graduates and guests is available in the designated ‘Parking’ areas on campus.
Parking for Commencement activities is free in designated areas on a first-come, first-served basis.
Please note that traffic can become congested in Hattiesburg and around the university campus during Commencement weekend. Guests should expect delays and allow extra time for travel and parking.
For nearest parking, turn right onto Tuscan Avenue. Thomas Hall (Fine Arts Center) is located on the right at N. Commission Drive. For additional parking, turn right onto Cherry Street and another right onto County Drive.
A state-issued disability placard prominently displayed inside the vehicle or state-issued disability plate is required to park in accessible parking. The accessible parking area is located at the front of Thomas Hall (Fine Arts Center). WCU will not reserve any parking spaces. Parking is first come first serve.
There will be a drop-off area located outside of Thomas Hall (Fine Arts Center) for guests with accessibility needs or mobility impairments. Those wishing to make use of this should enter campus on N. Commission Drive. After drop-off, the vehicle should proceed to one of the standard parking lots as outlined in the information above.
