University of Memphis

The commencement ceremony at the University of Memphis is a formal academic event celebrating degree conferral. Graduates must check in and arrive one hour prior to the ceremony and line up using the pronouncer card issued at cap and gown pickup. Guests remain in designated seating; only the graduate may participate on stage. The institution provides academic regalia including the graduation cap and gown, and emphasizes respectful conduct throughout the ceremony.

Regalia logistics: Two days before the ceremony registered participants pick up their graduation gown and matching mortarboard cap from the campus distribution point. A designee may collect the cap and gown if furnished with the required confirmation email. Caps may be decorated, but only flat embellishments are permitted—anything protruding may result in cancellation of participation.

The University of Memphis uses an honors cord and stole colour policy tied to undergraduate distinction: for undergraduates “white” cords denote distinction, “red/crimson” cords denote high distinction, and “gold” cords denote highest distinction. These cords may be worn along with the gown and tassels sets by qualified graduates. Policy also permits institutional academic honor societies, service and military cord recognition.

Although the dress code is not formally strict, suggested attire under the academic gown includes lightweight, loose‑fitting clothing, medium‑to‑light coloured ties or day dresses, and comfortable shoes (avoid high heels or slippery soles) to complement the cap, gown and tassel set and ensure ease of movement across the stage.

Faculty regalia and hoods (for graduate and doctoral candidates) follow specialist instructions: doctoral hooding information advises how to properly wear the velvet‑trimmed hood with satin lining over the academic gown and tassel.

This comprehensive approach ensures that the academic regalia, graduation cap, gown, tassels sets, honor cords and stoles align with institutional tradition and contribute to a dignified, celebratory commencement experience.

University of Memphis – Campus of Applied Sciences & Technology Academic Regalia Set

Mark your milestone with the official University of Memphis graduation gown and cap package. Designed for bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral graduates, this high‑quality academic regalia set includes the graduation gown, mortarboard cap, coordinating tassel, and optional honor cords or stoles.

Key Features

• Graduation gown (black) in bachelor, master and doctoral styles – each set reflecting the proper academic regalia level.
• Graduation cap (mortarboard) with tassel – tassel colour meets university or discipline‑specific standards.
• Honor cords: undergraduate cord colours – white for Cum Laude, crimson/red for Magna Cum Laude, gold for Summa Cum Laude.
• Stoles: available for registered student organisations, academic honor societies and athletic teams as permitted in the University’s cord & stole policy.
• Faculty regalia and other discipline degrees: follow broader academic regalia conventions and University of Memphis brand colour accents.

Everything you need to walk across the stage with confidence and style – the official graduation gown bundle meets University of Memphis commencement requirements and supports your academic achievement in full ceremonial form.

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at University of Memphis , 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.