New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) conducts an inspiring commencement ceremony each spring where graduates, faculty and guests celebrate academic achievement in full traditional academic regalia. NMJC provides all participating students with a complimentary graduation cap and gown set, including mortarboard cap and tassel, which are available for pickup prior to the event at the Ben Alexander Student Center. The ceremony is typically held at the Lea County Event Center on the scheduled May evening with graduates arriving early for assembly and rehearsal. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}

The ceremony follows centuries-old traditions of academic dress, with associate and bachelor’s degree candidates wearing the classic mortarboard and untrimmed gowns, while faculty and higher degree holders wear appropriate robes and hoods. Velvet tams and faculty regalia distinguish those with advanced degrees. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Honor cords, tassels, and stoles play a key role in graduation regalia. Students graduating with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or higher receive golden honor cords with matching yellow tassels, which are placed around the neck by the NMJC president during the ceremony. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2} Members of Phi Theta Kappa (PTK), the International Honor Society, wear distinctive gold stoles as part of their academic regalia to signify scholastic excellence. Mu Alpha Theta honor society members don blue and gold cords, and student veterans may wear red, white, and blue veteran honor cords with their cap, gown and tassels. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}

The graduation gown and cap reflect NMJC’s school colors of red and gold, aligning traditional collegiate colors with student achievement. Faculty regalia, including hoods and robes, vary by academic discipline and rank, contributing to the rich visual pageantry of commencement. This combination of traditional academic regalia, ceremonial tassel placement, and honor distinctions ensures a memorable, dignified graduation experience for NMJC students and families.

New Mexico Junior College Graduation Regalia — Cap, Gown, Tassels, Honor Cords & Stoles

Prepare for your New Mexico Junior College (NMJC) commencement with high-quality graduation gown, graduation cap, academic regalia, and full accessory sets. NMJC provides participating graduates with official cap and gown regalia for Spring commencement ceremonies, available for pickup before graduation day. Honor cords and special stoles recognize outstanding academic achievement and organizational affiliations. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Bachelor’s Degree — Cap, Gown & Tassel

• Classic NMJC graduation gown designed for Bachelor degree candidates.
• Standard mortarboard graduation cap with matching tassel.
• Tassel color typically reflects NMJC school colors or academic discipline (commonly gold or school color combination).* (See product options.)
• Optional honor cords and stoles available to signify academic honors or membership achievements. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Master’s Degree — Caps, Gowns, Hoods & Accessories

• Enhanced academic regalia set including graduate hood tailored to master’s level.
• Mortarboard cap with left-side worn tassel for master’s candidates (standard academic tradition).
• Honor cords and stoles available as optional ceremonial accents for distinguished graduates.

NMJC Tassels, Honor Cords & Stoles — Product Details

• Tassels: Available in NMJC colors and discipline-aligned accent shades for Bachelor and Master graduates.
• Honor cords: Highlight scholastic achievement or honors society membership (e.g., Phi Theta Kappa, military/veteran recognition typically red, white & blue cords).* :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
• Stoles: Optional stoles available in school colors or representing student organizations and leadership distinctions.

Faculty & All Other Discipline Regalia Colors

• Faculty regalia: Traditional doctoral robes with velvet facing and academic hood colors representing scholarship and institutional identity.
• Discipline regalia: Colors aligned with academic fields (e.g., arts, sciences, business, education) follow standard academic dress conventions — see product variants for discipline-specific hoods and trim options.*

Key Features: Customizable graduation gown color, premium mortarboard graduation cap, tassel selection, academic hood enhancements, honor cords, and stylish stoles. Perfect for New Mexico Junior College commencement ceremonies, academic gifts, and keepsake celebration photos.

*Exact tassel, cord, and stole color options may vary by year and degree. Consult official NMJC commencement materials or academic regalia vendor listings for precise color codes.

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at New Mexico Junior College, 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.