Susquehanna University

Susquehanna University holds its commencement in early May, marking the culmination of the academic year in a meaningful ceremony that unites graduates, faculty, and family at Selinsgrove. Graduates must order their academic regalia — the graduation gown, cap, hood, and tassel — in advance via a university‑provided link. Regalia distribution takes place just before commencement at a central location on campus. (Susquehanna charges a regalia fee that includes gown, hood, cap, tassel, and a “GO Sash” that graduates keep.)

The standard graduation gown at Susquehanna is traditionally black or maroon, reflecting the university's colors, worn by undergraduate and graduate students. The cap is the classic mortarboard, and the tassel is included as part of the regalia set. The color of the tassel aligns with the university tradition for that class.

Susquehanna offers recognition through honor cords. One prominent example is the “Senior Champions” cord: students who fulfill key leadership, service, and giving milestones are awarded a cord in the school’s orange and maroon colors. This honor cord visibly celebrates personal and community achievement during commencement. Additional departmental or academic honors may also be represented, but Susquehanna’s publicly available commencement materials do not outline a full standardized cord or stole color‑chart.

Regarding stoles, Susquehanna’s official commencement policy does not prominently document a universal stole color system. Any stoles worn are likely tied to specific groups, awards, or programs rather than a single institutional code. Graduates wishing to wear stoles to denote membership, recognition, or achievement should confirm eligibility and color with their academic department or honor society.

Faculty participating in commencement wear academic regalia following their highest degree‑granting institution’s tradition. Susquehanna does not mandate a unique faculty regalia color; professors generally bring or rent robes and hoods that reflect their terminal degrees, rather than Susquehanna-specific designs.

In summary, Susquehanna University’s commencement attire centers on a uniform cap and gown set, a tassel, and selected honor cords — especially the orange and maroon “Senior Champions” — while offering customized hoods and optional stoles for students who qualify through academic or service distinctions. This approach ensures a cohesive, dignified graduation ceremony rooted in school identity.

Susquehanna University Academic Regalia

Mark your graduation from Susquehanna University with this dignified academic regalia set — crafted to reflect school colors and academic tradition.

Gown: Maroon robe (or optional black) for undergraduate and graduate ceremonies
Cap: Standard mortarboard cap that complements the gown
Tassel: Neutral for most graduates; gold for doctoral or honored roles
Hood (optional): Lined in Susquehanna’s signature colors, with velvet trim by discipline
Honor Cord: Orange and maroon giving cord available; other cords/stoles vary by department or society

Why This Regalia?

Fully compliant with Susquehanna University commencement dress traditions
Durable and elegant materials for a polished graduation day
Customizable hood and honor accessory options for personal achievement
Designed to honor both institutional identity and academic distinction

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at Susquehanna University , you can reach out directly to the college's administration or the office responsible for commencement and student services. They can provide you with the most accurate and up-to-date information regarding academic regalia.