Maverick Family & Guest Experience
Maverick Parents, Families, and Friends!
We welcome you and your family to The University of Texas at Arlington’s commencement ceremonies.
Commencement marks a significant achievement for your student; they have worked hard to obtain their degrees and achieve their goals. There is no question that the support, motivation, and inspiration provided by their family and friends guided them along this journey to degree completion. Our goal is to engage, involve, educate, and support the entire Maverick family. Which means not only are these ceremonies meant to congratulate and honor our new graduates, but it is also an event to be shared with those who have helped them along the way. We cannot wait to meet you and your family!
NOTE: Be sure to review all commencement details below. If you have questions or concerns, please check-in with your student first. Graduating seniors receive direct communication from commencement staff and their colleges. If there are further questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us at studentaffairs@uta.edu.
Globe Life Field Bag Policy
For guests, all bags and purses must be soft sided and not exceed 16” x 16” x 8”. Backpacks are prohibited, except for single-compartment drawstring bags that do not exceed the MLB bag-size requirements of 16” x 16” x 8”. Exceptions are for those that are carried for medical reasons or manufactured diaper bags that accompany infants and young children. All bags are subject to search before entering the ballpark. Strollers are permitted.
Guest Seating
To enter commencement, you must present your guest tickets forwarded by your graduate in the MLB Ballpark App or through My Rangers Tickets. Printed or screenshotted tickets cannot be accepted at Globe Life Field.
Before you arrive, please ensure that your ticket lists the correct ceremony you are planning to attend. If you have trouble accessing the tickets shared by your graduate or other questions, contact EventTickets@TexasRangers.com.
Please visit our Guest Tickets page for details on the ticketing process.
Special Accommodations
- Live Streaming: For guests unable to attend in-person ceremonies, live streaming will be available during scheduled ceremony times at go.uta.edu/commencement.
- Overnight Lodging: Out-of-town guests can utilize UTA’s discounted rates on hotels in the area.
ADA Accommodations
UTA commencements at Globe Life Field are fully equipped to create an accessible experience for guests and graduates.
If you need handicap parking accommodations, ask parking attendants for directions. For guests unable to walk long distances, parking shuttles and wheelchair escorts are available upon request. Please notify Globe Life Field staff upon arrival.
Guests requiring accommodations during the ceremony should notify Globe Life Field staff upon arrival for further instructions and assistance.
For more specific questions, contact Globe Life Field at 817-533-1972.
Behavior and Prohibited Items
Details on prohibited items will be made available on this page no later than May 8.
Personal Cameras
Personal cameras will be allowed during Commencement, but guests are asked to remain in their designated seat to take photos and video, and will not be allowed on the floor where the degree candidates are seated.