For all Commencement Weekend activities, the University will be offering free parking in the following parking lots. Please use the University’s Interactive Campus map for turn-by-turn directions to our designated Commencement parking lots.
Parking is not permitted anywhere on Main Campus near Hayman Hall, Holroyd Hall, Wister Hall, or the La Salle Union Building.
The following accessibility accommodations will be available for guests throughout Commencement Weekend:
Please note that there will not be designated handicap parking throughout weekend, but a designated handicap drop-off area.
McCarthy Stadium Handicap Drop Off Area
ADA and Hearing Impaired Access
The following items are prohibited from Commencement Weekend activities:
Flying to Philadelphia is a simple affair. Travel experts agree that Philadelphia boasts one of the best international airports in the United States; large and modern, it features daily flights to locations all over the world.
The carrier with the most flights to and from Philadelphia International Airport is American Airlines. Reservations through American Airlines and other carriers can be made through online travel sites.
Public transportation from the airport to La Salle University, including the SEPTA Airport Shuttle and Regional Rail train line.
Taxi and ride share services, such as Uber and Lyft are also available. You can go to the Parking and Transport page on Philadelphia’s Airport website for more information.
Some hotels have airport shuttle service as well. Contact your hotel directly to inquire about airport travel arrangements.
Regular intercity bus service to Philadelphia is provided by Greyhound and SEPTA.
Rail service is provided by Amtrak’s Capitol Limited and Pennsylvanian, which connect Philadelphia with cities to the east and west, including Chicago, Baltimore, and New York City. Consult a travel agent for detailed information.
Philadelphia’s Amtrak station is located at William H. Gray III 30th Street Station: 2955 Market St., Philadelphia, PA 19104. From there, you can either take a SEPTA bus, taxi or a ride share, in order to get to La Salle’s main campus.
Please use the University’s Interactive Campus map for turn-by-turn directions to our designated Commencement parking lots.
La Salle University – Main Campus
1900 West Olney Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19141
To aid our graduates and parents with accommodations, below are several hotels in the area. These options are provided as suggestions only, and the University makes no guarantees as to the availability of rooms or quality of service at these independently owned locations.
Holiday Inn Express
432 Pennsylvania Avenue
Fort Washington, Pa. 19034
To make reservations, please visit their website to book online or call 1.800.HOLIDAY and ask for the La Salle rate.
Normandy Farm Hotel
1401 Morris Road
Blue Bell, Pa. 19422
To make a reservation, call 215.616.8500 and ask for the La Salle rate.
Chubb Conference Center
800 Ridge Pike
Lafayette Hill, Pa. 19444
To make a reservation, call 610.825.8000 and ask for the La Salle rate.
Courtyard Marriott
4010 City Avenue
Philadelphia, Pa. 19131
To make a reservation, call 215.477.0200 and ask for the La Salle rate.
As a service to our graduating students and their families, and those unable to attend in person, the University will stream live broadcasts of both Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 9.
All events will be livestreamed on the University’s Facebook page and on the University’s YouTube channel. The livestream will begin approximately 15 minutes before the event’s scheduled start time. The easiest way to be notified when each webcast begins is to Like La Salle’s Facebook Page or subscribe to the University’s YouTube channel. The webcast will also be available to stream on our website at lasalle.edu/webcast.
While every effort will be made to troubleshoot any technical issues during the live broadcast, the University cannot guarantee access to the webcast. Please consider this in your planning.
In addition to the popular corner at 20th and Olney, there are quite a few picturesque spots that provide stunning backdrops and Instagram-ready visuals. Here are a handful:
Hansen Quad: This dedicated green space at the heart of campus is where students gather to socialize, study, or simply relax in Adirondack chairs and hammocks. During the day, trees offer reprieve from the sun. And string lighting in separate locations invites activity at dusk. Wrought-iron gates provide playful spots for photos at any time of day, and the sightlines—with College Hall or Wister Hall in the background—can’t be beat.
St. John Baptist de La Salle statue: At a gate into Hansen Quad, off Olney Avenue near 19th Street, is where you will find a statue of St. John Baptist de La Salle—founder of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian Schools and patron saint of educators. The statue is situated between College Hall and the Lawrence Building. It’s a historical marker of great significance to La Salle University, the first higher education institution ever to bear his name.
La Salle’s L: The “La Salle L” signage serves as the go-to spot on campus for all Explorers—whether they are just beginning their La Salle journeys or while wearing caps and gowns in preparation for Commencement. It’s hard to miss the blue-and-gold display, installed outside the Lawrence Building and positioned at the northeast corner of Hansen Quad. It’s prominently featured in the Instagram accounts of La Salle’s students, faculty, and alumni.
The Blue Bridge: Connecting Main Campus, near TruMark Financial Center, and West Campus just outside St. Benilde Tower is the Blue Bridge. This pedestrian-only thoroughfare offers dynamic angles, as well as shelter from sun and rain for any-weather photo ops.
The Gatehouse: Located just off the southwest corner of Hansen Quad on 20th Street is the La Salle Gatehouse, where you can find “La Salle University” emblazoned atop wrought-iron gates. This serves as a pedestrian entryway to the Quad. Lighting for photos is best in the morning.
The Arch: Located toward the south end of Hayman Hall, the Arch provides a unique architectural view that has proven popular among La Salle’s students, whether snapping a selfie or photos with friends and family. This spot is at its finest in late March and early April, when cherry blossoms are in full bloom.
Saint Mary’s Grotto: A symbol of Lasallian Catholic heritage, Saint Mary’s Grotto is adjacent to the Union building on Hansen Quad. The grotto offers great vantage points at sunrise and an ideal spot for quiet reflection or prayer—even amidst the buzz of activity on the Quad.