Commencement
Office of Academic and Student Affairs
456 Zeanah Engineering Complex
Knoxville, TN 37996
Phone: 865-974-2454
Email: [email protected]
Directions and Parking
Use the information below for in-person ceremonies hosted at Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center.
Driving Directions
Located on campus, Thompson-Boling Arena is easily accessible from any direction. The arena is located at the corner of Philip Fulmer Way and Lake Loudon Boulevard. View a map of UT.
Parking Information
Free parking is available for all graduates and their guests in student parking areas, including:
- The G10 Garage – enter from Neyland Dr due to construction. The top level is reserved for accessible and mobility-limited commencement guests. Once guests have parked, they can proceed across the ramp to Thompson-Boling Arena at Food City Center.
- CC4 on Ag Campus – free shuttles will be available from UT Gardens.
Please note that Thompson-Boling Arena is quite large, and the distances and inclines between parking and the building entrance may be impediments to persons who have difficulty walking. Please plan on additional time to walk these distances.