Prohibited Items Policy

For the safety and security of all attendees, please be aware that ALL BAGS AND PURSES ARE PROHIBITED from the Athletics O’rena for Commencement for students and guests. Diaper bag contents can be brought in a clear plastic bag. Oakland University reserves the right to prohibit any item from being carried into the O’rena. All persons and bags are subject to search.

Prohibited Bags and Purses:
Backpacks
Purses
Camera bags
Gift bags
Fanny packs
Diaper bags

Other Prohibited Items:

• Cameras with a lens longer than 6”. Camera bags not allowed.
• Containers of any kind (e.g. coolers, thermoses, cups, cans, flasks).
• Aerosol and spray cans.
• Animals (except service animals consistent with University policy).
• Flags and flagpoles.
• Banners, posters, signs, or display boards greater than 12”x12” in size.
• Alcoholic beverages.
• Noisemakers (e.g. whistles, air horns, boom boxes, bullhorns, kazoos, sirens, thunder sticks).
• Tripods and selfie sticks.
• Weapons and utility tools.
• Balloons, balls, projectiles, and other potentially dangerous objects.
• Laser pointers.
• Any item that is prohibited by University policies or ordinances; any item that may obscure or obstruct the view of other attendees; or any item that causes a disruption to the event. 

Permitted Items:
6.5” X 4.5” Clutch Purse
One (1) Gallon Clear Plastic Storage Bag 

Other Permitted Items:

• Medically needed items (e.g. insulin pumps, oxygen equipment).
• Wallets.
• Cell phones and pagers.
• Compact umbrellas.
• Note: Strollers are permitted, but are subject to search. All diaper bag items must be in a clear plastic bag. Strollers must be kept on the concourse level.