Cap and Gown

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation! We are currently preparing for commencement on May 2, 2026.

Cap and Gown Orders

Graduates are responsible for ordering their cap and gown from the .

The last day to order cap and gown without a late fee is March 6, 2026.

After March 6, 2026, Herff-Jones will gather all the orders and ship them together. When ordering, graduates will have the option to get it shipped to campus (Tornado Alley Shoppe) or directly to their house. Graduates who shipped to campus will receive information about cap and gown distribution through their student email.

What to wear:

Graduates should wear business attire (jacket not required) under their academic regalia. Clothing and shoes are mandatory. The commencement ceremony takes place outdoors on the Oval lawn, rain or shine. Graduates should expect to stand and walk on grass and uneven surfaces. Shoes should be chosen with this terrain in mind.

Shoes with flat bottoms or block heels are required. No graduates will be permitted to participate wearing spiked or stiletto heels.

Questions?

Contact the Tornado Alley Shoppe at [email protected] or 423.652.6006.