The orchestra performed at many school events such as chapel services, commencements, and assemblies. The bell is rung on important events, including convocations, commencements, and key athletic victories. The building was also used by the college for commencements and other important assemblies. Feasting, drinking, and merrymaking at earlier commencements often got out of hand. It was also the site of university commencements until 1984. Johnson Arena can be easily transformed into an auditorium for concerts and commencements. He has spoken publicly at commencements and ceremonies honoring other judges and lawyers. The Cadets often escorted the governor to Harvard commencements. It was the site of commencements until the mid-1940s. In 2009, during Ashura commencements, Shia religious and community leaders were arrested. It also hosts several annual special events, such as baccalaureate services and commencements. It has also hosted commencements, concerts, conventions and other assemblies. In late years he has repeatedly attended the Commencements of Yale College. The military band was increased to 60 pieces and played at commencements. The theater has been used for commencements, convocations, concerts, dramas and pep rallies.