Graduation Information:Commencement Regalia (Cap and Gown) and Merchandise
Reminder: The graduation application is not an order form for your regalia. Those items must be ordered and purchased through the campus bookstore.
Texas Book Company at 903.886.5830 or https://www.amcbookstore.com/MerchList?ID=2052
Graduation regalia includes the cap and gown, as well as other distinguishing hoods, stoles and cords that denote traditions of academic achievement.
Academic tradition has prescribed robes particular to the level of degree earned: Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral. Robes and caps appropriate to the degree earned may be purchased through the University bookstore. Bookstore personnel will assist degree candidates in selecting and ordering appropriate regalia.
Decorations, Greek letters, initials, or other additions to the academic regalia should not be used. Stoles or cords should be academic in nature and are not otherwise allowed. Candy, flowers, or other decorations are not allowed over the regalia during the ceremony. Nothing should be worn over your regalia except appropriate cords or stoles.
BACHELOR'S PACKAGE INCLUDES BLACK CAP, GOWN, AND TASSEL
MASTER'S- REQUIRES THE PURCHASE OF 2 DIFFERENT PACKAGES
- Black cap and gown
- Master's hood and tassel
DOCTORAL- REQUIRES THE PURCHASE OF 2 DIFFERENT PACKAGES (Please contact Dayla Burgin with any questions):
- Cap, gown, and tassel
- Doctoral hood
As the graduation ceremony is a dignified tradition in which to celebrate one's achievements, students are required to follow the guidelines listed below. Students will be required to remove anything not appropriate for the ceremony. Failure to comply could result in dismissal from participating in the ceremony.
Stoles and Cords
These items are optional and are not provided by the graduation office. The ones offered on the bookstore website can be purchased and are approved to wear. All other stoles should be approved by our office.
Veteran's cords will be provided by our Veteran's Affairs office: [email protected]
Please see the Academic Distinction page for information on how academic achievements are recognized.
Decoration of Caps
Mortarboard caps should be worn parallel to the ground with the tassel on the left. While not encouraged, students may decorate their cap with tasteful decorations that are not offensive or obstructive to the view of others. Please use good judgement.
Clothing
To enhance the dignity of the commencement ceremony, degree candidates are required to dress appropriately, particularly for the portions of clothing that are apparent under the academic robes. Shorts are not allowed. Men should wear nice slacks/pants with a dress shirt. Women should wear nice pants or a skirt with a dress shirt or they should wear a dress that does not go below the hem of the gown. Clean, neat, comfortable dress shoes should be worn. Keep in mind that you might be on your feet for extended periods of time and that you will be walking on hard, uneven surfaces.
Class Rings and Announcements
Please contact the Office of Alumni Engagement [email protected] with questions about class rings.
Where to order: https://www.balfour.com/etamu
Commencement Photos
All questions regarding pictures should be directed to Flash Photography (214) 443-9393.
https://www.flashphotography.com/contact
Individual pictures will be taken at the ceremony.
Commencement Flowers and Gifts
The campus bookstore and a third-party vendor will be set up inside the field house for purchases of university clothing, gifts, and flowers. The university and graduation office have no authority over the prices or selection of items offered by the third-party vendor, and any questions related to their merchandise should be directed to them https://www.thecommencementgroup.com/etam/.