School of Medicine Class of 2023 Convocation Ceremony
Wednesday, May 24, 2023
2:30 p.m.
Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall
View 2022 Convocation Ceremony DetailsThe Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine diploma and hooding ceremony for the 2023 graduating class will be held on Wednesday, May 24, at 2:30 p.m. The event will be held at the Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall. We will provide updates in the coming months should changes be required based on the pandemic and any associated restrictions to in-person gatherings.
Disability Accommodations
Parking Information
Regalia Return
Additional Resources for Graduates
Disability Accommodations
The Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall offers the following accommodations for disabled guests:
Parking
The Symphony Center garage (1030 Park Avenue, adjacent to the Meyerhoff) has handicap parking spaces near the Park Avenue entrance. Cost is $15/car, cash only at the gate.
Seating
There are two rows dedicated to the disabled:
- Row R will accommodate wheel chairs and has seats for companions.
- Row S has seats on the aisles and those with walkers can also sit in that row.
Ushers can provide additional guidance.
For additional venue-related questions, please contact 410-783-8100.
Parking Information
Garage and Address | Fees | Distance from the Meyerhoff |
Cathedral Parking Garage (BSO Garage – used for VIP and public parking) 1311 Cathedral Street 410-962-1311 | 3 hrs. - $9 Max - $11 | 3 minute walk |
ABC Services of MD 1205 Maryland Avenue 443-739-1305 | 3 hrs. – $8 4 hrs. – $10 Max - $11 | 3 minute walk |
Symphony Center Parking Garage 1030 Park Avenue (www.parkme.com) | 3 hrs. - $9 Max - $11 | 3 minute walk |
University of Baltimore – Maryland Avenue Garage 1120 Maryland Avenue 410-837-6573 | 3 hrs. - $9 4 hrs. - $11 Max - $12 | 5 minute walk |
The Fitzgerald Parking Garage 1201 W. Mount Royal Avenue 410-962-1519 (www.pmi_parking.com) | 3 hrs. - $9 4 hrs. - $11 Max - $12 | 11 minute walk |
Regalia Return
Doctoral-level regalia (hood, gown and tam) MUST be returned to the rental company. Failure to return regalia will result in the rental company charging you a $900 replacement fee.
A representative from Oak Hall will be present to collect caps and gowns after the SOM ceremony. If you are only attending the University-wide ceremony, you can return the regalia directly after that ceremony.