Accommodations in the Newport area during Commencement weekend are always in high demand; therefore delay may result in disappointment. Salve Regina recommends working with Discover Newport for your accommodation needs. They may be reached at (800) 976-5122. A full listing of accommodations in the area is available at www.gonewport.com.
Families and guests are asked to arrive early for all Commencement weekend events. Security officers will be posted at all entrances to campus both Saturday and Sunday to assist with parking.
The University would like to accommodate guests with special needs in the most helpful and efficient way possible. Students who have a family member or guest with special needs attending any of the Commencement events should complete the appropriate section on the Commencement Activities RSVP Form. This will ensure that all necessary arrangements are made prior to Commencement weekend.
The drop-off area for guests with special needs and their escorts is located on the east side of Ochre Point Avenue, at the O’Hare Academic Center parking area. This area is for drop-off only. A section in the tent will be designated to accommodate wheelchair guests and their escorts. Guests should arrive by 9 a.m. so that they are seated before the academic procession begins at 9:15 a.m.
All events will be held in the Commencement tent located behind the O'Hare Academic Center on the Cliff Walk. Please contact the Commencement Office at (401) 341-2162 or commencement@salve.edu with additional questions regarding Commencement.