Ready? Set? Graduate.
Graduation is about more than that one day. It's about celebrating everything you've done to get to this point. You've worked hard to get here, so make the day unforgettable and share your achievements with family and friends.
An announcement is the official way to get the word out about graduation. It is exclusively designed just for your school and you can't get these official announcements anywhere else. Give your graduation day the elegant look your achievement deserves!
Jostens has everything you need for your big day. Our graduation packages offer everything from personalized announcement and invitations, to keepsakes and gifts for those who helped you along your way. Order online or contact your Jostens representative for more information.
The tradition of wearing a cap and gown upon graduation began hundreds of years ago, and it continues today. It's the official look that symbolizes all of your accomplishments up to now, and all of your potential for the future. Keep the time-honored tradition alive with an official school cap and gown from Jostens.
How to wear your cap and gown:
- The cap is worn flat on the head.
- The gown should fall midway between the knee and ankle.
- Tassels are usually worn on the right side and shifted to the left when graduates receive their diplomas.
History of the Cap and Gown
Wearing academic regalia for graduation ceremonies began in England in the 12th and 13th centuries when English universities first came to be. Robes were the main form of dress from the beginning, and different caps were introduced thereafter. The square "mortar board" graduation cap as we know it came about in the 16th century.
These traditions were carried overseas to America and were standardized by the Intercollegiate Commission to form a system of academic apparel. These standards continue today, including the gown cut and style, the "mortar board" cap being worn horizontally in the center of one's head (not tipped), and the tassel being fastened in the middle of the cap's top to allow the shift from the right to the left side during the ceremony.
Jostens offers a wide variety of keepsakes and gifts for graduation, including souvenir tassels, diploma frames and plaques, memory books and more. With so many options, it's easy to find the perfect gift for new graduates.
You can count on Jostens to help you celebrate your high school experience and recognize those who helped along the way. For over a century, we've been the graduation experts who deliver superior quality to help you share your achievements.
Check out Jostens Graduation Guide for more great graduation tips and advice.
