What Not to Bring to the Venue

Commencement is a "Clear Bag Policy" [pdf] event. For the safety and enjoyment of all attendees, the following items are not permitted at the event center venue:

• NO Professional Recording Equipment – Photo Video, or Audio (No Detachable Lenses, Tripods, Big Zooms or Commercial Use Rigs)
• NO Drones or airborne flying devices
• NO Helium Balloons
• NO Artificial noise-making devices, horns, air horns
• NO Inflatable balls, frisbees, tortillas, etc.
• NO Confetti or streamers
• NO Skateboards, scooters, rollerblades
• NO Signs or banners larger than 3’ x 5’ and must be foldable (if a banner is brought, it will be inspected before being admitted. It may not be attached to any railings, fencing, etc. Must be held only)
• NO Coolers, hard sided coolers
• NO Outside Food or Beverages (Including Alcohol, Fruit and Candy)
• NO Illegal Substances, Drugs or Drug Paraphernalia
• NO Tobacco Products or Paraphernalia
• NO Markers, Pens or Spray Paint
• NO Laser Pointers
• NO Solid Backpacks, Purses or Bags (anything over 10" x 10") with the exception of a diaper bag that must accompany the child that uses it, and is subject to search (see our clear bag policy [pdf] [pdf])
• NO Weapons of Any Kind (includes Pocket Knives, Pepper Spray, Personal Protection Devices, Fireworks, etc.)
• NO Items deemed to be dangerous or inappropriate by management that may disrupt other attendees' enjoyment of the event
• NO Pets are permitted at this event. ADA service animals are allowed.

Please note the following

• There is no public storage for prohibited items, nor can any items be held by the event staff.
• SJSU is not responsible for any lost or stolen items.
• All guests will be subject to search, which may include the use of electronic devices, pat downs and inspections of bags.
• Guests are discouraged from bringing unnecessary items to the event.