Eastern Michigan University

Eastern Michigan University (EMU) requires all participating graduates to wear EMU‑approved academic regalia — cap and gown are mandatory for both undergraduate and graduate ceremonies. For master’s and doctoral candidates, a hood is required in addition to the cap and gown.

EMU’s undergraduate graduation gown is a distinct dark green, made from recycled plastic bottles as part of a sustainability initiative. The tassels reflect university colors: green and white for most graduates, and gold tassels are reserved for those graduating with honors.

In terms of honors regalia, EMU uses gold tassels for students who achieve a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher. Other honor cords or stoles are not issued by the university centrally; rather, recognized honor societies distribute their own cords and stoles. Additionally, EMU provides red, white, and blue honor cords for graduates who have served in the military, symbolizing patriotic service.

For graduate-level academic regalia, EMU assigns specific hood velvet and lining colors based on the discipline. According to the commencement program, the university uses the following academic colors:

• White for Arts & Sciences
• Drab for Business
• Light Blue for Education
• Gold for Engineering & Technology
• Citron for Health & Human Services

Faculty participating in commencement usually wear academic regalia that reflects their highest earned degree. EMU’s commencement materials note that faculty may wear hoods and robes in traditional academic colors corresponding to their discipline, though detailed college‑by‑college color codes are contained in university regalia policy documents.

In summary, EMU’s graduation regalia is both environmentally conscious and academically traditional: dark green graduation gowns, green/white tassels, gold honors tassels, discipline‑specific hoods for graduates, and honor cords/stoles handled by student societies rather than the university centrally.

EMU Academic Regalia Kit – Cap, Gown & Tassel

Prepare for Eastern Michigan University’s commencement with this official cap, gown & tassel set, matching EMU’s academic regalia requirements.

• Dark‑green graduation gown — EMU’s signature color for undergraduates
• Matching mortarboard‑style graduation cap
• Tassel included: Green and white by default; optional gold for honors graduates (GPA ≥ 3.5) :contentReference[oaicite:16]{index=16}
• Honor cords/stoles: Works with cords or stoles from recognized honor societies — not centrally distributed by EMU :contentReference[oaicite:17]{index=17}
• Graduate hood: Velvet‑trimmed hood with satin lining in EMU’s college colors (e.g., white, drab, light blue, gold, citron) :contentReference[oaicite:18]{index=18}
• Available in various sizes for a comfortable and formal fit
• Order via EMU Bookstore or Oak Hall online store to secure your regalia ahead of the ceremony :contentReference[oaicite:19]{index=19}

Order your EMU regalia kit today and walk the stage in academic attire that embodies school pride and your personal achievement.

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