Instructions for the Faculty & Staff Processional at the Undergraduate Ceremonies

May 9, 2009/May 10, 2009

INSTRUCTIONS TO FACULTY & STAFF

Please consult with the individual school/college in which you are participating. The conatct information can be found on the ceremony information page.

Academic Regalia

I. Mortarboards are worn during the processional and recessional. Men remove mortarboards for the singing of the national anthem.

II. Tassels are placed to the left.

III. Hoods are worn as follows:
• Place hood over head with velvet and colors facing outward.
• Button front cord to blouse or shirt
• Fasten cord across back to keep hood secure.
• Pull colors of hood lining outward from inside center so that they project to the outside and are more prominent.