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What should you do?

If YOU are feeling suicidal...

  • If it is an emergency and you need help now, call 911 or contact the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 1-800-273-8255 or 988.

If YOUR FRIEND is suicidal...

  • If it is an emergency and the danger for self-harm seems imminent, call 911.
  • Ask them if they are thinking about killing themselves.

Suicide Prevention Help

24/7 Crisis Resources

  • If you are in crisis and need immediate support and/or are having serious thoughts of hurting yourself or others, please call 911 or the OC Crisis Assessment Team at 1-866-830-6011
  • OC Crisis Phone Line: 1-877-7-CRISIS or 1-877-727-4747
  • Crisis Text Line: Text “COURAGE" to 741741

Prevention Resources

Crisis Hotlines

  • National Suicide Prevention Line: 1-800-273-8255 or 988
  • Veterans Crisis Line: 1-800-273-8255 and press 1
  • Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741-741
  • LGBT National Hotline: 888-843-4564
  • Steve Fund Text Line for Students of Color: Text STEVE to 741741
  • National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673

Frequently Asked Questions: Guests

Where does Commencement take place?

Commencement takes place at the IVC Live Oak Terraces, which is an outdoor venue.

Where can I park for Commencement? Is there a fee?

Parking is available throughout campus, free of charge on the day of commencement. Lots 4, 5 and 6 are the closest to the event venue. There is designated ADA parking in Lot 5 (nearest the Performing Arts Center). See . Parking for students and guests is complimentary on the day of commencement. Parking permits are not required that day.

Commencement Photographs

will be photographing all participants in Commencement. Participants will also be contacted by email after the ceremony with information on viewing and ordering photos.

Participants may also do Pre-Event Email Registration (optional) before Commencement. Register in advance to share photos with family and friends and to qualify for a 20% discount on orders of $50 or more.