Best Fans in the Land
Please conduct yourself in an appropriate manner. Our attitudes and actions not only reflect upon our individual character but also on the character of our university as a whole. As Buckeyes, it is essential to take the initiative to foster a friendly and welcoming environment for all, portray our university with the pride and respect it deserves. While you cheer on our team, please keep these ideals in mind and prove Ohio State has the Best Fans in the Land.

Alcohol Policy
Alcoholic beverages are NOT permitted in Ohio Stadium. Guests identified with alcohol inside the stadium will have the alcohol confiscated and may be ejected from the stadium. Possession and consumption of alcohol in the stadium parking areas are subject to the laws and regulations of the State of Ohio and/or City of Columbus. Police and Liquor Control Agents patrol these areas and enforce all applicable laws.

ATM’s
ATM’s are located throughout the stadium at the following locations: 4A, 5A, 39A, and in the Huntington Club.

Bags
Bags larger than 14” x 14” are prohibited in Ohio Stadium. A guest attempting to enter Ohio Stadium with a larger bag will be asked to return it to their vehicle. All bags are subject to search.

Banners, Posters, and Signs
Banners, posters and signs are not permitted in Ohio Stadium. You will be asked to return them to your vehicle or dispose of them upon entry.

Camera Policy
Cameras are permitted in Ohio Stadium. However, cameras with detachable lenses are not allowed. At no time may photography interfere with other guests.

Concessions
There are 194 concession stands located throughout Ohio Stadium. Guests who would like water may request a courtesy cup from any concession stand.

Directions
On game day select streets on and around campus become one way. Season permit holders are encouraged to follow the directions printed on their permits. Upon completion of the game, the patterns will be reversed. Guest should always follow the direction of traffic control officers.

Below are general directions to the campus area exits including Lane Avenue, Kinnear Road (from the north), Ackerman Road and North Broadway Avenue. Please follow the traffic control officer’s directions upon exiting.

FROM THE NORTH: Take I-71 south to I-270 west. Take I-270 west to SR 315 south to the campus area exits.

FROM THE SOUTH: Once inside the Columbus outerbelt, continue on I-71 north and follow to SR 315 north to the campus area exits.

FROM THE EAST: Once inside the Columbus outerbelt, take I-70 and follow to SR 315 north to the campus area exits.

FROM THE WEST: Once inside the Columbus outerbelt, take I-70 to I-670. Take I-670 east to SR 315 north to the campus area exits.

For additional details, information, and parking maps please visit: http://www.tp.ohio-state.edu/Events/football.shtml

Elevators
Elevators are located in the following areas of Ohio Stadium:
1) Four elevators are located on the west side of the stadium between gates 17-23 which provide access to the Club Levels, and to disability seating on D deck.
2) One elevator is located in the south stadium near gate 39 and only provides access to seats in south stadium.
3) Two elevators are located near section 7 that access B and C decks.
4) Two elevators are located near section 10 that access B and C decks.

First Aid
First aid stations are located throughout the stadium at 16A, 17A, 11B, 12B, 23C, 24C and 32A. These stations are staffed two hours prior to kickoff and will remain open for 20 minutes after the game.

Guest Services
The Guest Services window is located near the ticket office behind Section 7.

Lost and Found
Lost and Found is located in the north rotunda and remains open for 30 minutes after the game. Any unclaimed items will be moved to the Stadium Facility Operations Office at (614) 292-2646.

Medical Emergency
If assistance is needed in the stands, please contact the nearest Red Coat, Usher, Concession Worker, Law Enforcement Officer, Columbus Fire Department Paramedic or go to the nearest First Aid Room.

Medical Needs
Guests that provide a doctor’s note demonstrating a specific need for medication or chair back seat may enter the Stadium at Gates 9, 14 and 25 ONLY.

Merchandise
Authentic Buckeye merchandise may be purchased throughout the Stadium. The Official Team Shops are located at Section 11A, 12A, 23A, 24A, in the south stadium and in the Huntington Club. For additional merchandise, please visit www.ohiostatebuckeyes.com.

Parking
Please visit: http://www.tp.ohio-state.edu/Events/football.shtml for additional details, information, and parking maps.

DAY OF GAME LOTS: Parking is available day of game on a first-come, first-served basis. The charge for these lots is $10. Those holding current valid Ohio State Parking Permits (A, B, C, etc.) may park in these lots free of charge. Shuttle service to Ohio Stadium is available free of charge for guests who park on west campus (parking lots west of SR 315).

DISABILITY LOTS: Disability Parking will be located in the lots north of St. John Arena. This area will be accessible from the east and all vehicles will enter from Tuttle Park Place. A current state issued disability placard and the person who owns the placard must be in the vehicle to enter the parking area. A shuttle will transport fans from the parking lots north of St. John Arena to Gate 18, which is located on the east side of Ohio Stadium. This shuttle will operate from three hours prior to kickoff until one hour after the game. Any RV/Camper with a disability placard or permit will be sent to west campus to park on Carmack Road. Shuttle service will be available from west campus to the Sisson footbridge.

SEASON PERMIT LOTS: These lots are reserved for those who have purchased a season parking permit. Spaces in these lots are held for permit holders until 60 minutes prior to kickoff.

RV/CAMPER LOTS: The parking policy for RV/Campers in day-of-game parking has changed for the 2007 season. RV/Campers will not be permitted into the RV/Camper parking lots until 5:00 a.m. on the day of each home Football game. RV/Campers that arrive prior to this time may park at the Ohio State Fairgrounds, as long as space is still available. There will be no vehicle staging permitted along Fred Taylor Drive, or other roads adjacent to the RV/Camper lots (i.e. Ackerman Road, Lane Avenue, Olentangy River Road, etc.) prior to 5:00 a.m. To reach the Ohio State Fairgrounds, please travel I-71 to exit 111. Upon exiting, travel west, and the RV/Camper Lot will be on your right. Hook-ups at the Fairgrounds are available. Please visit OSU Transportation & Parking’s web site at www.tp.ohio-state.edu for current and future RV/Camper parking information.

Parking for RV/Campers with season parking permits will be located in the Gray Lots just west of Bill Davis Stadium and north of Borror Drive. Season ticket holders interested in RV/Camper season parking permits, please contact the athletic ticket office at 1-800-GOBUCKS.

Playing Field
Guests may not enter the playing field at any time.
VIOLATERS MAY BE PROSECUTED.

Program Sales
Programs for the 2007 football season are available outside the Stadium, inside the entrance gates, and on the various concourses and decks throughout the Stadium.

Prohibited Items
The following items are not permitted in Ohio Stadium:

Prohibited Behavior
1) Examples of prohibited behavior include, but are not limited to, throwing objects of any kind; demonstrating unruly behavior; attempting to enter the field of play; engaging in behavior that endangers the safety of student athletes, coaches, officials or other guests; attempting to climb the goal posts; removing Ohio Stadium turf; and/or taunting public safety officials.

2) Consequences for guests exhibiting prohibited behavior include, but are not limited to, loss of ticket buying privileges, ejection from the Stadium, and/or arrest.

Public Announcements
Special announcements on the public address system are limited to medical and police emergencies.

Public Phones
For guests’ convenience, courtesy cell phones are available at the AT&T Communications Station located near section 16A. Public pay phones are located near sections 6A, 15A, 22A, 12B and 39A.

Radios and Televisions
Hand held radios and televisions are permitted as long as you listen with an earpiece or headphone.

Restrooms
Men’s and Women’s Restrooms are located throughout Ohio Stadium. Accessible are located near sections 8A, 9A, 10A, 11A, 17A, 18A, 19A, 28A, 33A, 34A, 37A, 38A, 3B, 12B, 28B, 7C, 10C, 11C, 13C, 14C, 15C, 19C, 20C, 23C, 28C, 29C, 17D, 19D, 25D.

Family Restrooms are located near sections 9A, 11A, 12A, 20A, 23A, 33A, 37A, 38A, 23C, 24C, 19D.

Scoreboard Messaging
Ohio Stadium does not display birthday, anniversary or other personal messages on the scoreboard.

Security Checks
All bags, containers or persons are subject to search.

Cooperation with game management and security personnel will help maintain Ohio Stadium as a safe and secure environment for all guests.

Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited in all areas within the gates of the Stadium.

Tailgating
Possession and consumption of alcohol in the Stadium parking areas are subject to the laws and regulations of the State of Ohio and/or City of Columbus. Police and Liquor Control Agents patrol these areas and enforce all applicable laws.

Tickets
GENERAL POLICIES:
1) Admittance Policy – Everyone regardless of age is required to have a ticket, credential, or be on a pass list to gain admission.
2) Disability Seating - Guests requiring disability seating should contact the ticket office three weeks in advance at 614-292-2624. Questions concerning disability parking should be directed to Transportation and Parking Services at 614-292-9341 or the ticket office.
3) Gates – Gates will open two hours prior to kickoff.
4) Re-entry - If a guest leaves the Stadium for any reason, that guest will NOT be permitted to return.
5) Resale of tickets - Please be advised tickets purchased from ticket scalpers may not be valid. Tickets reported as lost or stolen will be voided and will receive an invalid scan at the gates. Guests with an invalid scan will have no recourse and will not be permitted to enter the Stadium.
6) Ticket Problems – Guests experiencing ticket problems after entering the gates of Ohio Stadium should contact the nearest usher or redcoat for assistance. Guests also may report to the Guest Services window which is located at the ticket office near gate 7.

Faculty/Staff Tickets:
1) Guests with faculty/staff season tickets will be required to present a valid OSU ID at the gate to gain admission. One valid OSU ID gets two faculty/staff season ticket holders into the game.
2) These tickets may be picked up at the Athletics Ticket Office in the Jerome Schottenstein Center through the end of the second quarter.

Student Tickets:
1) Guests with student season tickets are required to present a valid OSU Student ID at the gate to gain admission. Anyone who has a student season ticket and does not have an ID will not be permitted to enter the Stadium.
2) These tickets may be picked up at the Athletics Ticket Office in the Jerome Schottenstein Center through the end of the second quarter.

Player Will Call Tickets:
1) The OSU Player Will Call is located at the Ticket Office near Gate 7. This area opens two hours prior to kickoff and will remain open until the end of the first half. Individuals receiving tickets from players must show ID and immediately enter the stadium.
2) The Visiting Team Player Will Call is located at the ticket booths near Gate 8.

Recruit Tickets:
1) Football recruits must enter the Stadium through the Recruit Room at the southeast tower between Gates 26 and 32. The Recruit Room will remain open until the end of the first half.
2) Non-football recruits must enter the Stadium at the Ticket Office near Gate 7.
3) Individuals receiving Recruit Tickets must show ID and immediately enter the stadium.

Discounted Tickets:
Discounted tickets refer to tickets offered to the University community (students and faculty/staff) at a reduced rate. Access to Ohio State football tickets is a privilege extended to Ohio State students, faculty and staff. This privilege does not entitle anyone to abuse the ticket policies by scalping or misusing assigned tickets. Given the high demand for Ohio State football tickets and the desire to allow maximum usage of tickets by the student population and faculty/staff tickets by current employees of the university, the following steps have been implemented:

1) Discounted student and faculty/staff tickets will require appropriate OSU ID prior to entering the gates of Ohio Stadium.
2) Students and faculty/staff electing to let the general public use their ticket are required to come to the ticket office to exchange their discounted ticket for a full price public ticket. In addition, they are required to pay the difference between the discounted price and the public price as well as any service charges that apply.
3) This exchange of student and faculty/staff discounted tickets for a public ticket must be made prior to the day of the game.
4) Students and faculty/staff will retain the ability to allow other members of the Ohio State community to use their discounted tickets provided they have the required OSU identification.
5) Individuals abusing their ticket privileges could lose all future ticket buying privileges.

Umbrellas
Guests may carry umbrellas into the Stadium for use before and after the game, but umbrellas are NOT permitted to be opened in the seating areas of Ohio Stadium.

Ushers/ Redcoats
Guests should contact the nearest usher or redcoat for assistance in seating locations, medical emergencies, or for anything else that might make the visit more enjoyable.

Water Fountains
Water fountains are located near sections 17A, 18A, 18C, 19C and on D Deck. Guests who would like water may request a courtesy cup from any concession stand.