Stoles and Cords: Symbolic Adornments of Achievement There ... Commencement cords, ropes draped over the gowns, also have special meanings. Gold honors cords are given out to Cum Laude, Magna Cum ...

Graduation regalia includes the cap and gown, as well as other distinguishing hoods, stoles and cords that denote traditions of academic achievement. Only those who have achieved an academic honor or ...

Have more questions about cords, stoles and honors medals? Contact the issuing unit for details on any cords or stoles, and contact your academic college or school for further information on academic ...

A new law signed into place earlier this month is on the books to protect a graduate's right to represent their Native culture when they walk across the stage.

Only regalia and Commencement stoles representing institutional affiliations ... Various departments also have individual honors programs. The departments may distribute cords or tassels to wear ...

Additional approved accessories include the gold Latin honor cord for undergraduate students (issued by the ... Undergraduate students may also purchase a graduation stole to wear during the ceremony.