East Texas Agricultural and Mechanical University

At East Texas A&M University (ETAMU), commencement is a formal, tradition-rich event held at the University Field House in Commerce, TX. Guest doors open about an hour before the ceremony begins. Graduates wear official academic regalia, ordered through the campus bookstore (Texas Book Company). Decorations like Greek letters or non-academic items on caps or gowns are not allowed, preserving the dignity of the occasion. 

ETAMU’s regalia packages are tiered by degree: the Bachelor’s package includes a black graduation gown, cap (mortarboard), and tassel. Master’s students purchase separately a black gown + cap and then a master’s hood and tassel. Doctoral candidates must order a cap, gown, tassel, and a doctoral hood. Caps are to be worn flat, with tassels on the left side during the ceremony. 

Regarding honors, ETAMU uses the concept of “Academic Distinction” for undergraduates. Students achieving Cum Laude (3.50–3.69), Magna Cum Laude (3.70–3.89), or Summa Cum Laude (3.90–4.00) receive a medallion during commencement; however, stoles and honor cords are not provided by the graduation office. 

For other honors (e.g., for Honors College, or Regents Scholars), approved stoles or cords (e.g., fourrageres, pins) are offered by the Honors College. Veteran’s cords are provided via the Veteran’s Affairs office. 

ETAMU’s school colors are blue and gold per the university branding guidelines. These colors influence regalia merchandising but the official gown remains black, and cords/stoles must be academic in nature and approved for the ceremony. 

East Texas A&M University (ETAMU) Academic Regalia

Official ETAMU graduation cap & gown set, tailored to match the university’s formal commencement requirements.

• Premium black graduation gown for undergraduate, master’s, or doctoral ceremonies
• Classic mortarboard-style graduation cap, worn flat during the ceremony
• Tassel included—standard tassel for ETAMU graduates
• Optional cords or stoles: Academic stoles and cords are permitted, but must be approved by the university :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
• Academic distinction medallion: Available on‑site for cum laude, magna cum laude, and summa cum laude undergraduates :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
• Purchase via: Order your regalia through the Texas Book Company at ETAMU :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}
• Decoration rules: No non-academic decorations on cap/gown permitted; only approved cords or stoles allowed :contentReference[oaicite:20]{index=20}

Complete your academic regalia for commencement with a cap, gown, and tassel set designed for ETAMU tradition and style.

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at East Texas Agricultural and Mechanical 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.