Parking 2027 JSSOM MD Commencement

Direction & Parking

Directions from Houston

  • Take Interstate 45 South (I-45 S)
  • Take exit 1A from I-45 S and turn right on 61st St.
  • Continue straight and turn right on Stewart Rd.
  • Continue straight, and merge right into Jones Dr., continue straight
  • Turn right on Sky Master Rd., you will see a parking garage on your right-hand side, please proceed to enter, this is where you will park to attend the commencement ceremony

Directions Within Galveston

  • If you are on Seawall Blvd., continue straight until 81st St.
  • Turn right on 81st St. (it will eventually turn into Jones Dr.)
  • Turn left on Sky Master Rd.
  • You will see a parking garage on your right-hand side, please proceed to enter, this is where you will park to attend the commencement ceremony

Accessibility Services

ADA Parking

The Moody Gardens Hotel and Convention Center has reserved accessible parking available for guests at first-come first-serve basis. Guests who require accommodations, have access to ADA drop-off at the parking garage entrance. Drivers may notify campus police upon arrival to access the ADA drop-off point. After drop-off, drivers will be directed to park in the garage.

ADA Seating

Accessible seating areas are available and reserved for guests who require accommodations. Additionally, there is limited floor seating available for guests.

ASL Interpreters

Two sign language, American/ASL interpreters will be present throughout the ceremony. They will be highlighted throughout the ceremony livestream to ensure everyone is able to enjoy the ceremony and see their loved ones walk the stage.

Gifts and Merchandise

The UTMB Campus Bookstore will have an open booth at the commencement ceremony. Additionally, you can visit the UTMB Campus Online Store to view the webstore catalog.