Safety Protocols

Safety and Security Information

Please note the following safety procedures are in place.

Guests should allow extra time for entry. Metal detectors will be located at the main entrances to each venue. Before screening, guests will empty their pockets of cell phones, keys, and metal objects. Medical lanes will be available for guests who require alternate screening methods.

Metal Detectors

Allow extra time for entry. Metal detectors will be located at the main entrances to each venue. Before screening, guests will empty their pockets of cell phones, keys, and metal objects. Medical lanes will be available for guests who require alternate screening methods.

Carry-In and Clear Bag Policy

The clear bag policy will be in effect for graduation ceremonies. A detailed list of permitted items is available below.

All carried-in items will be searched by security personnel prior to entering the venues. Prohibited items must be returned to the owner's vehicle or discarded. Items left at the entrance will be discarded. Any unlawful items are subject to confiscation, and the person in possession of such items is subject to arrest. It is still illegal to carry any gun on OU campuses and clinics.

Enhanced Screening

All guests are subject to metal detection screenings.

Clear Bag Policy

All guests are allowed one bag, more information below.

Carry-In Policy

View allowed and prohibited items for commencement ceremonies.

Permitted Items

Approved bags (One bag per person) that are subject to search:
- Clear plastic bags (1 per person) no larger than 12" x 6" x 12"
- One-gallon clear plastic freezer bag (1 per person)
- Clear fanny packs and clear crossbody bags
- Non-transparent clutch wallets no larger than 4.5" x 6.5" (1 per person)
- Bags necessary for medical equipment will be searched at marked medical lanes
- No other bags or purses, including diaper bags, are permitted
Approved family care items (diapers, formula, etc.) must be in a clear plastic bag
EMPTY, clear plastic water bottles less than 17 oz
Seat cushions and chair backs smaller than 16" wide and without frames or armrests
Still Photography Cameras
Video Cameras

Prohibited Items

Prohibited items must be returned to the owner’s car or discarded, and any unlawful items are subject to confiscation.

Alcohol (in all forms)
Baby Seats
Baby Strollers
Backpacks, camera bags, diaper bags, fanny packs, purses or binocular cases
Balloons
Banners/signs
Beach balls, footballs, balls or other sporting equipment
Coolers, containers or ice chests
Explosives, firearms or weapons
Folding chairs or stools
Food or drink
Gift-wrapped packages
Laptops
Laser pointers
Noise makers of any type (i.e. air horns, plastic horns, whistles, etc.)
Personal heaters
Pets (with the exception of registered service dogs)
Selfie sticks, bi pods, monopods, etc.
Umbrellas

Security officers will search all bags before attendees will be permitted to enter. Those with prohibited items will be asked to return items to their car.