REMINDERS

No Smoking in or around Kinnick Stadium
Smoking is not permitted in or around Kinnick Stadium or anywhere on University property. The "Smoke-Free Air Act" (Chapter 142D, Code of Iowa) became law in the State of Iowa on July 1, 2008.

Recycling
Plastics recycling will now be available in Kinnick Stadium. Please use recycling containers located throughout the stadium.

Sealed Plastic Water Bottles
Sealed plastic water bottles, including tinted bottles, will be permitted in Kinnick Stadium. Flavored water is not permitted.

Please Stay Off The Field!
For the safety of participants and spectators, at no time before, during and after a game are spectators permitted to enter the playing field. Access is strictly limited to participating student-athletes, coaches, officials, team and game support personnel, and properly credentialed individuals. While we love the enthusiasm of our fans, serious injury can occur to fans, coaching staff and student-athletes. Unauthorized persons may be subject to arrest and prosecution.

TICKET AND GATE INFORMATION

Tickets The UI Athletics Ticket Office at Kinnick Stadium is located in the south grandstand concourse near Sections 113 and 213. All persons must have a ticket. This policy includes infants in arms. The University of Iowa Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is not responsible for lost or stolen tickets. Tickets are issued and sold only by the UI Athletic Ticket Office or authorized ticket outlets at The University of Iowa. Persons buying tickets from sources other than the UI Athletic Ticket Office do so at their own risk. The University of Iowa Department of Intercollegiate Athletics reserves the right to revoke tickets. Holders of tickets to UI intercollegiate athletic events agree to abide by Kinnick Stadium and University policies.

Duplicate Ticket Policy
The UI Athletics Ticket Office will only replace season tickets purchased by general public and faculty/staff season ticket holders. This service is only available to the individual who initially purchased the ticket. Student tickets are not replaceable under any circumstances. If you have any questions concerning tickets for the University of Iowa home football games, please contact the UI Athletic Ticket Office at (319) 335-9327.

Disability Seating
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. Please send a note with your ticket application when ordering your event tickets if you require spcial seating needs. If you are in need of wheelchair seating, please contact the UI Athletics Ticket Office at (319) 335-9327.

Athletics Ticket Office Business Hours
The UI Athletics Ticket Office regular business hours are Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the north entrance of Carver-Hawkeye Arena and may be reached by calling 1-800-IA-HAWKS or (319) 335-9327. On Friday before home football games, football Will Call will be located at the Kinnick Stadium Player Guest entrance near Gate B from 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Ticket Office Hours - Game Day
The ticket office at Kinnick Stadium opens three hours prior to the game through half time, and is located in the southeast corner near gate M.

Revocation of Season Tickets
The University of Iowa has a long-standing history of promoting good sports-like conduct, appropriate fan behavior and providing an environment that is safe and enjoyable for all events sponsored by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. All spectators who engage in unruly or disruptive behavior, or participate in illegal conduct are subject to ejection from all athletic events. Ticket holders are responsible both for their own conduct and the conduct of those who use their tickets to gain admission to athletic events. This also applies to tickets sold on the unauthorized secondary market (internet auction site, ticket broker, etc.)

Ticket holders to all University of Iowa athletic events purchase, hold and use their tickets subject to compliance with the following policy:

LETTER OF WARNING - A letter of warning will be issued by the Department of Intercollegiate Athletics to any ticket holder whose ticket is used to gain admission by any individual who is subsequently ejected from the event by law enforcement, security or event personnel for any reason. The letters of warning will be maintained and reviewed by Athletics staff and University of Iowa Police at the end of each sport season. In the case of severe conduct or repeat ejections, the ticket purchaser's ability to purchase tickets in the future may be restricted or revoked.

REVOCATION OF TICKET(S) - The ticket used by an individual to gain admission to an athletic event will be revoked for the remainder of that current sport season for, but not limited to, any of the following conduct or offenses committed within the confines of any University of Iowa Athletic facility:

- Transport to a health care facility by law enforcement or EMS for incapacitation due to excessive drunkenness or the use of illegal drugs; - Citation or arrest for throwing objects, resisting arrest/obstruction, battery, public urination or disorderly conduct involving violent or indecent behavior;

- Arrest for any violation of the Code of Iowa.

Any such revocation of ticket(s) will include a refund of the purchase price of the ticket(s) on a pro rata basis for the remaining events included in the ticket package, excluding the event in which the conduct or offense was committed. In the case of repeat revocations, the ticket purchaser's ability to purchase tickets in the future may be restricted or revoked. Questions concerning this policy should be directed to Paula Jantz, Associate Director of Athletics at (319) 335-9247.

Gate Information
All entrance gates open 90 minutes prior to kick off. We recommend fans do not bring purses, food bags, or other items to the stadium to speed entry. Express lanes are provided for fans without purses. All purses will be searched. Patrons should arrive as early as possible to avoid delays entering the stadium.

No Re-Entry
Patrons will NOT permitted to exit and re-enter Kinnick Stadium.

Will Call Gates
General Will Call is located in the southeast exterior of Kinnick Stadium; Media Will Call at Gate I of Kinnick Stadium; Visiting Team Pass Gate at Gate L of Kinnick Stadium.

PARKING POLICIES

Because of the construction that will begin north of Kinnick Stadium and west of the UI Recreation Building in late summer/early fall, game day parking has been changed from previous years. To learn about those changes, click HERE.

Opening Time for Lots
Selected University of Iowa parking lots open at 7:00 p.m. or 8:00 p.m.* Friday before all home games and all others open at 7:00 a.m. on the day of each home game.
*Activities in Carver-Hawkeye Arena may require an adjustment in the opening of some parking lots.

Pre-paid Parking
All season ticket customers who have access to priority parking lots as a result of their annual contribution to the National I-Club will be required to pay for their game-day parking when making their 2011 season ticket purchase; no financial transactions will take place at the entrance to priority parking lots on game days. As in previous years, only individuals with the appropriate parking placard will be allowed entry into reserved parking lots (priority parking lots) managed by the UI. A priority parking placard does not guarantee parking in a specific lot but is required for entry into parking lots adjacent to or near Kinnick Stadium.

Reason: Fans of the Iowa Hawkeyes attending the home games of the 2011 University of Iowa football team at Kinnick Stadium will have streamlined access to UI-managed parking lots as a result of the implementation of a pre-paid parking program.

Handicap Parking
Parking for persons with disabilities is available in Hospital Ramp #2 and very limited space in the surface lot directly north or west of Kinnick Stadium.

Hawkeye Express
Passengers on the Hawkeye Express leave the driving to the Hawkeyes and ride in luxury from parking areas conveniently located minutes off Interstate 80 near Coral Ridge Mall in nearby Coralville to the southwest corner of historic Kinnick Stadium.

Parking is free and the round-trip train service costs just $10 per person with children 12 and under riding for free. Service to Kinnick Stadium - a 10-minute ride - begins 3 hours prior to kickoff. Service post-game begins at the start of the fourth quarter and continues until 90 minutes after the game.

Tickets for the Hawkeye Express may be purchased in advance at the UI Athletic Ticket Office located at the west entrance of Carver-Hawkeye Arena. Tickets will also be available for purchase on game-day upon arrival at the Hawkeye Express depot. Fans can also trade one pre-paid parking pass for two Hawkeye Express tickets.

The Hawkeye Express is not wheelchair accessible. On game days, patrons with disabilities restricting their mobility are invited to use the parking spaces reserved in Hospital Ramp #2 and limited space in the lot directly north of Kinnick Stadium.

For more information about the Hawkeye Express call the UI Sports Marketing Office at (319) 335-9431 or the UI Athletics Ticket Office at 1-800 IA-HAWKS.

Free Shuttles
Several UI parking lots offer free parking and free shuttles to the game. The Hancher Auditorium parking lot shuttle will pick up in front of Clapp Hall and drop off at the bus loop on Newton Road. The Hawkeye Commuter parking lot offers free parking and free shuttle pick up at the shelter house in the lot and drop off at the bus stop on Elliott Drive east of Carver-Hawkeye Arena. The UI Athletics Hall of Fame Parking Lot offers free parking and a free shuttle pick up at the parking lot and drop off at the bus stop on Elliott Drive east of Carver-Hawkeye Arena. All shuttle service begins two hours prior to kickoff.

Closed Streets
Policy: Melrose Avenue at the corner of Hawkins Drive will be closed to vehicular traffic going west approximately one hour before game time. Evashevski Drive north of Kinnick Stadium will close for 20 minutes immediately after the end of the football game. Vehicular traffic will not be permitted to exit lot 43 directly north and west of Kinnick during this time.

Reason: Pedestrian traffic is extremely high.

Parking in Designated Areas
Policy: Automobiles and motor homes may park only in designated areas.

Reason: In order to efficiently use every parking lot, specific locations are assigned for automobiles and motor homes. Also, for the safety of tailgaters, travel lanes must remain clear for vehicles to pass, especially emergency vehicles.

Law Enforcement and Traffic Directions
Policy: Motorists should follow the directions given by law enforcement, traffic and parking staff.

Reason: Law enforcement, traffic and parking staff along traffic routes and at parking lots are there to assist and direct motorists to the best routes for the closest available parking.

Saving Spaces
Policy: Saving parking spaces for other motorists is not permitted in any lot.

Reason: Parking on the University of Iowa campus is on a first-come, first served basis except in lots with reserved spaces.

Spaces for Vehicles Only
Policy: Parking spaces are for vehicles only. The use of a parking space for other reasons, such as portable grills, trailers, tents, chairs, etc. is not permitted.

Reason: There are a limited number of parking spaces on the University of Iowa campus for the 70,000 fans that attend games. It is important to make every space available for use for parking.

Travel Lanes
Policy: Tailgating is not permitted in travel lanes on roads or parking lots. No tents, chairs or other items may be placed in travel lanes. The rear legs of the tent must be in front of the rear tires of the vehicle.

Reason: In order to efficiently use every parking lot, vehicles must be able to access parking spots via travel lanes. Also, for the safety of tailgaters, travel lanes must remain clear for vehicles to pass, especially emergency vehicles.

OVERSIZED VEHICLE PARKING

Motor Home (RV) and Bus Parking
K/C RV and bus parking is located in specific areas in Lot 75 south of Carver-Hawkeye Arena and can be accessedfrom Hawkins Drive. 1F RV parking is located in Lot 40 east of Carver-Hawkeye Arena and will be accessed from Hawkins Drive. 2F RV parking is located in the Finkbine Commuter lot accessed off of Hawkins Drive. General Public RV parking is available in the Hawkeye Commuter, Hall of Fame, hard surface lot at Finkbine Golf Course - with a prepaid season pass only, Lower Finkbine and Softball Complex lots. Free parking and shuttle service are available from the Hancher Commuter Lot (east) and the Hawkeye Commuter Lot (west) starting two hours prior to kick off.

Charter Bus parking is located along Hawkins Drive next to the Dental College Parking lot. Please stop at the designated area east of Kinnick Stadium and next to Hospital Ramp #2 to pay the $80 fee and proceed north on Hawkins Drive to the bus parking area. No tailgating space is available next to bus parking.

Buses with storage decks on top are not permitted.

Utility Trailers and Pull-Behind Motor Homes/5th Wheels
Policy: Utility Trailers and pull-behind Motor Homes/5th Wheels are not permitted to park in reserved lots. Parking is available in the Hawkeye Commuter lot, designated lot T on the football parking map.

Reason: Spaces in reserved lots are reserved exclusively for cars or motor homes. Even if a utility trailer or pull-behind motor home/5th wheel fits into a motor home space, it can cause tailgate parties to overflow into travel lanes causing a hazard for other vehicles and the passage of emergency vehicles.

TAILGATING

Alcohol Policy
Policy: Tailgating that includes the responsible and lawful use of alcohol is permitted within the parameters determined by law and University rules and protocols.

Fans tailgating Friday nights on public property are reminded that the possession of an open container of beer, wine or consumption of hard liquor is prohibited by law. Law enforcement officers will ask fans to empty the container or issue a citation.

On Saturday football game days only, beer and wine are allowed in UI parking areas. Patrons and ticket holders are advised that state law prohibits hard liquor consumption of possession of an opened bottle of hard liquor on public property, which includes university parking lots and ramps. Law enforcement will empty any opened, visible bottle of hard liquor and may issue a citation.

The State of Iowa's minimum legal drinking age is 21. Law enforcement will stop anyone who appears to be underage transporting beer and other alcoholic beverages. If underage, a PAULA citation will be issued and all alcoholic beverages will be emptied.

Beer trucks, kegs, open bars and people in possession of exorbitant amounts of alcohol will not be permitted in any UI parking area including parking ramps. Violators will be asked to leave University property immediately.

Anyone in possession of an open container (including beer, wine and hard liquor) while walking/driving to University property on the public sidewalks and roads will be issued a citation and the beverage will be confiscated.

Any persons who appear intoxicated will be refused entry into the stadium and are subject to arrest. Any persons who appear intoxicated or those possessing or drinking alcohol in unapproved areas of the stadium will be ejected without refund and are subject to arrest. Any alcohol discovered in unapproved areas in the stadium will be confiscated. The University reserves the right to search patrons for alcoholic beverages.

For games starting at 11:00 a.m., consumption of alcoholic beverages must cease two hours after game. All tailgating activities in University owned parking lots and ramps must end three hours after an 11:00 a.m. game. Consumption of alcoholic beverages must cease one hour after the game and all tailgating activities in University owned parking lots and ramps must end two hours after games that start in the afternoon. Post-game tailgating will not be permitted at all for games that start in the evening (6:00 p.m. or later). During the final hour of the post-game tailgating, fans will be asked to pack up tents, tables, chairs, grills, etc. and begin to make their exit from University parking lots and ramps. Post-game alcohol and tailgate compliance will be enforced by UI officials. The exception to this policy is that RV owners will be allowed to spend the night, however, tailgating activities will not be permitted past the designated time.

Reason: In an effort to encourage an enjoyable experience for all fans attending games at Kinnick Stadium, persons who are intoxicated or who are in possession of alcohol will be removed from the stadium.

Balloons, Blimps or Other Inflatables
Policy: Inflatables such as balloons and blimps are prohibited from being flown or tethered from vehicles parked in the lots.

Reason: Tethered inflatables of any kind pose a danger in addition to creating a safety risk for others in the parking lots and to air ambulances arriving and departing from UI Hospitals and Clinics.

Bands
Policy: Live musical bands are not allowed at tailgating areas.

Reason: This policy is intended to protect the enjoyment of other fans. Musical tastes and tolerable noise levels vary greatly from tailgate party to tailgate party.

Caterers
Policy: Caterers must have proper parking permits to gain entry into reserved UI parking lots.

Reason: Parking lot attendants are instructed to only allow vehicles with parking permits into reserved lots. They cannot be expected to monitor vehicles that intend to drop off items and leave the lots.

Security and Safety
Policy: It is the responsibility of each fan to secure tailgate items prior to entering the stadium. Fans should lock food, beverages and valuables out of sight in vehicles; extinguish all fires or flames; unplug all electrical outlets; secure barbeque pits, chairs, and ice chests; and store alcoholic beverages in locked containers.

Reason: The University of Iowa cannot ensure the security of tailgate areas.

Tents
Policy: Tents, tarps or canopies are not permitted if they impede foot or vehicular traffic or if they extend into additional parking space. Violators of this policy will be asked by University Police Officers to dismantle the tent, tarp, or canopy.

Reason: There are a limited number of parking spaces on the University of Iowa campus for the 70,000 fans that attend games. It is important to make every space available for parking. They can also cause tailgate parties to overflow into travel lanes causing a hazard for other vehicles and the passage of emergency vehicles.

STADIUM INFORMATION

Items Allowed
Only small purses (8 ½ x 11), fanny packs, binocular cases, blankets and seat cushions will be allowed into Kinnick Stadium. Patrons with infants will be permitted to bring a diaper bag. Sealed plastic water bottles (limited to one 32 ounce bottle) or foods (limited to a one gallon clear plastic bag) brought into the stadium are subject to inspection. Fans are discouraged from bringing allowable items into Kinnick Stadium. All items will be thoroughly inspected at specific entrance gates which will delay admittance to the stadium. Patrons are subject to search and the University reserves the right to refuse entry.

On the far left side of every gate will be an express lane to accommodate fans who enter the stadium without purses, bags, or other containers requiring inspection.

Prohibited Items
The following items are banned inside Kinnick Stadium: bags of any size, alcoholic beverages (unapproved areas), coolers, canned or bottled beverages, camel backs, thermoses, back packs, kegs, banners and signs, personal seat backs, large lens (6 inches or more) cameras, tripods, umbrellas, strollers, noisemakers, horns, bugles, or any other disruptive device. These items should be left at your vehicle. Admission will be denied to anyone carrying any such items. Fans can utilize a bag check located in the Recreation Building to secure items not permitted in Kinnick Stadium. The Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is not responsible for items places in bag check or left at gates. The University reserves the right to eject anyone not adhering to Kinnick Stadium policies. This includes unruly and disruptive fans.

ATMs
ATMs are located in the west concourse of Kinnick Stadium near Gate G, the north concourse near Gate I, and in the center of the south grandstand concourse near Gate A.

Lost and Found
Lost and Found is located at the Patron Services area in the south concourse near section 213 until one hour after the game. After this time, lost items may be claimed by calling 319-335-9410 or by inquiring in person at the UI Athletics Department Facility Manager's Office, 111 Carver-Hawkeye Arena, Iowa City, IA 52242-1020.

Fan Courtesy/Respect Policy
For the safety and enjoyment of all fans at Kinnick Stadium, The University of Iowa and the Iowa Hawkeyes encourage respectful, courteous and considerate behavior by all fans. It is our intention to provide the very best game-day experience possible and we can only accomplish that goal if you are fully aware of your responsibility as a fan of the Iowa Hawkeyes.

Remember, as a fan, you are representing The University of Iowa, so act appropriately. Be proud and cheer loud but remember to watch your language, there are children in the stands.

The following behavior will not be tolerated and will result in ejection from Kinnick Stadium and may result in arrest and revocation of season tickets:

Rest Rooms
Men's and women's rest rooms are located throughout Kinnick Stadium. Portable rest rooms are located outside Kinnick Stadium and in UI parking lots. Specially-equipped rest rooms for persons with disabilities are located in the northwest corner of the north grandstand and in the south grandstand concourse near sections 215 and 218. Prior to the gates opening, persons with disabilities can utilize the handicap accessible rest rooms by entering Kinnick Stadium through Gates H, I, M and B.

Game Programs, Concessions, Novelties
Game programs are sold at numerous locations outside Kinnick Stadium. Concession stands are located throughout Kinnick Stadium. Novelty items may be purchased at the Iowa Hawk Shop locations inside Kinnick Stadium at stands in the four corners and Section 111 in the south grandstand concourse, or at portable stands in various locations outside Kinnick Stadium.

Emergency Medical Services
Medical services are available at all University of Iowa home football games. If you need medical assistance, please notify the nearest University Police, security officer or usher. The First Aid Station, staffed by a physician and nurse, is located in the south grandstand concourse near section 212. Paramedic teams are also located in the middle of the four grandstands of Kinnick Stadium. Patrons are reminded to dress for prevailing weather conditions and to bring required prescription medication that might be needed during their visit to Kinnick Stadium. If you have health care problems or anticipate any special needs, please contact the University of Iowa Department of Intercollegiate Athletics at (319) 335-9247.

No Smoking
Smoking is not permitted in or around Kinnick Stadium or anywhere on University property. The "Smoke-Free Air Act" (Chapter 142D, Code of Iowa) became law in the State of Iowa on July 1, 2008.

Lost Patrons
Lost patrons and persons looking for lost patrons should contact University Police, security personnel, ticket takers or ushers located throughout the stadium or go to the game day headquarters for University Police which is located in the west concourse near Section 123.

Public Address Announcements
Only emergency announcements will be made during the game. Please contact University Police, security officers or ushers for assistance.

Game Day Hotline
Fans can report emergencies (medical or intolerable behavior) by calling the Game Day Hotline (319) 384-3000. Game management staff will assist and dispatch the appropriate response to the situation. We also encourage contacting the nearest University Police, security officer or usher for assistance. Please note this phone number is only answered on game days.

Game Day Text Messaging
Fans can report issues with their neighbors in the stands at Kinnick Stadium by sending a text message to UI officials requesting their need for assistance. The text should be sent to 57375, then type the word ALERT followed by the issue and the location. The text message is received by UI staffers, who will dispatch the appropriate response. Inappropriate or prank texts will be reported to the proper authorities.

Radios and Cameras
Radios and cameras will be permitted, but please be discreet in the use of radios.

Telephones
Courtesy phones for local calls only are available in the south concourse near Gate A.