Henderson State University

Henderson State University runs formal commencement ceremonies for graduating students. The process begins with an approved graduation application and payment of a graduation fee, after which students are directed to order their cap and gown via the HSU bookstore. Graduates may pick up regalia during the “Cap’d Out” event hosted by the Alumni Association or later from the bookstore if needed.

HSU’s publicly available “Academic Regalia” page outlines detailed color‑coding and insignia for honor cords, stoles, and membership in honor/specialty societies — not just a generic “one‑size‑fits‑all” scheme.

• Undergraduate academic honors: Ivory stole for Cum Laude, Gray stole for Magna Cum Laude, Red stole for Summa Cum Laude.
• Special recognition: Peach stole for First‑Generation college graduates.
• Numerous honor societies and program‑based distinctions use distinct cords or stoles: e.g. Scarlet & Silver stoles for Alpha Epsilon Lambda; Red & Black cords for Sigma Tau Delta (English honor society); Blue & Gold cords for Beta Gamma Sigma (business honor society); Teal cords for Alpha Kappa Delta (sociology); plus many others.

HSU requires use of official regalia (cap, gown) for commencement. Caps and gowns are ordered through the bookstore and are included with the graduation fee. However — while honor cord and stole color codes are public, HSU does not appear to publish a fixed color code for the gown or mortarboard cap itself (e.g. a unique school‑specific gown color). The “Cap’d Out” event and bookstore listings show standard cap & gown bundles, but gown color specification is not publicly declared.

Because of this, for product listings referencing HSU academic regalia, it is correct to treat gowns and caps as “standard academic regalia,” while cords, stoles, and tassels may follow the official color codes (for honors and societies) as published by HSU.

Henderson State University Academic Regalia & Honors Cords/Stoles

Gear up for your commencement with this cap, gown, tassel, and official honor cords & stoles package — designed for Henderson State University graduates. Honors cord and stole colors follow HSU’s published guidelines; cap/gown sizing and pickup are arranged via HSU Bookstore after graduation clearance. :contentReference[oaicite:11]{index=11}

• Cap & Mortarboard Gown: Standard academic cap and gown included — no unique color scheme specified for HSU.
• Tassel Set: Included free with cap & gown bundle for all graduates.
• Honor Cords & Stoles (By Honor Level or Society):
  • Ivory, Gray, or Red Stole — for Cum / Magna / Summa Cum Laude honors
  • Peach Stole — for First‑Generation college graduates
  • Scarlet & Silver, Red & Black, Blue & Gold, Teal, and other cords/stoles — for membership in HSU honor societies or special program recognition such as Alpha Epsilon Lambda, Beta Gamma Sigma, Alpha Kappa Delta etc. :contentReference[oaicite:12]{index=12}
• Graduate / Faculty Regalia: Master’s or specialist hoods, robes, and tassels available — order via Graduation Regalia Order Form for graduate candidates. :contentReference[oaicite:13]{index=13}
• Pickup / Delivery Options: Cap & gown sets are picked up at the “Cap’d Out” event or bookstore; shipping may be available for remote graduates. :contentReference[oaicite:14]{index=14}

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