Parent Guide to Graduation at the Schottenstein Center

F.A.Q’s
Accessible / Disability Seating
Accessible/disabled seating is available on all levels of the arena.  The seating area is level with the exterior walkways and concourses and involve no stairs.   Seating is first-come, first-served and we ask that you limit the number of companions seated with the guest in need so that we may accommodate others.  There is an ample amount of regular seating adjacent to the accessible platforms for the rest of your party.

Drop Off / Pick Up Locations
Guests can be dropped-off before/ picked-up after an event on Borror Drive which runs along the North Side of the building. Parking Services staff will direct you to the designated location for your event. Drop-off/ Pick-up locations may vary depending on the event.

Concession Information:
Our food services provider, Levy, is proud to offer a variety of food choices. During your visit be sure to look for the following specialty items.
•	Donato’s Pizza & Subs 
•	Seasonal Salads
•	Bratwurst
•	All-Beef Hot Dogs
•	Giant Hot Pretzels
•	Specialty Popcorn	
•	Meat & Veggie Burgers
•	Fruit Slushes 
•	Loaded Chips & Nachos
•	Made to Order Subs
Gifts
Gift items are fine to bring in but will need to be searched like any other item brought into the facility.  We recommend using gift bags that can easily be checked over anything that would need to be unwrapped.

Important Building Locations
•	ATMs: Sections: 114, 127, 231
•	Escalators:  from North East and South East Rotundas to Section 230/231 
       from North West Rotunda to Section 218 
•	Elevators:  Sections: 101/201/301, 118/218/319, 127/227/326 
•	First Aid:  Sections: 118 and 330
•	Guest Services/Lost & Found:  Section 127, 231 

Prohibited Items/ Security Screening
Large bags and backpacks are not permitted. To present a safe event for everyone, jackets and bags may be searched upon entry. If prohibited items are found, the item will be confiscated OR the guest may return it to their vehicle. The Schottenstein Center cannot safeguard personal belongings.
In addition to building search procedures and recognition of prohibited items, guests may be asked to comply with security requirements, i.e. removal of hats, emptying of metal from pockets and entry through metal detectors. 
The Schottenstein Center has the sole right to determine the type of pre-event screening. Refusal of search procedures may result in being denied entry into the venue.
•	No poles or sticks (including selfie sticks) will be allowed. Signs deemed offensive, vulgar or commercial will not be permitted.
•	Outside food and beverages, coolers, bottles and cans are not permitted.
•	Any type of laser object is strictly prohibited. Any guest found using such an object is subject to immediate ejection and confiscation of the object. 
•	Noise-making devices are not permitted including but not limited to: horns, whistles, filled milk jugs, and bells. 
•	Animals (except service animals assisting guests with disabilities)
•	Fireworks or explosives
•	Helium balloons and beach balls
•	Illegal Drugs
•	Weapons of any kind (can include pocket knives, wallet chains, tools, and jewelry)
•	Any items that in the judgment of venue management may pose a safety hazard or diminish the enjoyment of an event by other guests.

Wheelchair Escorts
Complimentary wheelchair escorts are available at any entry point. Upon your arrival to the arena, ask any of our uniformed staff and they will call for an escort. You do not need to make arrangements prior to your event. They will escort you as close as possible to your seat and will make arrangements to pick you up after the event. Please be aware that our escort staff will not remain with you during the event, nor will they allow you to remain in our wheelchair for the duration of the event. Guest Attendants will assist guests who wish to transfer to a seat from their personal wheelchair with storing of their wheelchair during the event.

Seating Map: 
Driving & Parking Information

Driving Directions
FROM SOUTH (CINCINNATI):  Take I-71 North to Route 315 North.  Follow Route 315 for approximately 6 miles.  Exit at Ackerman Road and turn right at the light.  Turn right on Fred Taylor Drive, or proceed to Olentangy River Road and turn right. 
FROM NORTHEAST (CLEVELAND):  Take I-71 South to I-270 West and proceed 2-3 miles to Route 315 South.  Follow for approximately 4 miles.  Exit at Ackerman Road and turn left.  Turn right on Fred Taylor Drive, or proceed to Olentangy River Road and turn right. 
FROM NORTHWEST (TOLEDO):  Take I-75 South to Findlay.  At Findlay, get on Route 15 to US-23 to Columbus.  Take I-270 West to Route 315 South.  Follow for approximately 4 miles.  Exit at Ackerman Road and turn left.  Turn right on Fred Taylor Drive, or proceed to Olentangy River Road and turn right. 
FROM EAST (PITTSBURGH):  Take I-70 West to Route 315 North and follow for approximately 6 miles.  Exit at Ackerman Road and turn right.  Turn right on Fred Taylor Drive, or proceed to Olentangy River Road and turn right. 
FROM WEST (INDIANAPOLIS, DAYTON):  Take I-70 East to I-670 East. Exit at Route 315 North and follow for approximately 4 miles.  Exit at Ackerman Road and turn right.  Turn right on Fred Taylor Drive, or proceed to Olentangy River Road and turn right.