Northwest College

The Northwest College commencement ceremony in Powell, Wyoming celebrates academic achievement each spring with a formal procession, degree conferral, and recognition of student accomplishments. Graduates gather at Cabre Gym for the May ceremony, which begins with faculty processional and remarks from distinguished speakers, followed by awarding of diplomas and honors in a tradition‑rich event that highlights the culmination of years of study.

To participate, students must apply for graduation and order their cap, gown, and academic regalia by the deadlines outlined by the Registrar’s Office. The standard graduation gown and graduation cap (mortarboard) form the core of the ceremonial attire, aligned with institutional expectations for official commencement appearance.

Academic regalia for candidates includes the classic black graduation gown — designed differently for bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral levels — paired with a square graduation cap and tassel that is traditionally worn on the right and moved to the left after degrees are conferred. Discipline‑specific accents and the academic hood reflect the graduate’s field of study. The color of the velvet edging on the hood, and often the tassel, corresponds to the academic subject (e.g., Agriculture, Education, Business) based on the approved academic regalia code.

Honor cords and stoles further highlight student achievements and affiliations. In the published commencement program, honor graduates are indicated with honors and membership icons (such as Phi Theta Kappa), and cords or stoles may be worn to signify these distinctions. Many campuses also support cultural, leadership, and society‑specific stoles that graduates may wear with their cap and gown.

Faculty regalia at Northwest College similarly reflects academic tradition, with advanced degree holders wearing hoods and gowns with velvet trim that matches their discipline. This cohesive approach to academic regalia — from caps and gowns to tassel sets and honor accessories — ensures a visually meaningful commencement experience tied to institutional pride and scholarly accomplishment.

Northwest College Graduation Regalia – Cap, Gown & Honor Accessories

Honor your academic milestone with this complete academic regalia set tailored for Northwest College commencement. Featuring a traditional black graduation gown, mortarboard graduation cap, tassels, honor cords, and stoles, this set highlights your achievement with ceremonial prestige.

Graduation Gown Color: Classic black gown — standard for bachelor and undergraduate ceremonies at Northwest College.
Bachelor Cap & Tassel: Mortarboard cap with coordinating tassel; worn on the right and traditionally moved to the left when degrees are conferred.
Master Cap & Tassel (if applicable): Masters level regalia includes the appropriate cap, tassel, and academic hood in academic dress tradition (reflecting disciplinary colors).
Honor Cords & Stoles: Wear honor cords and stoles to signify academic distinction or society membership — colors vary by award and organization.
Faculty Regalia Color: Faculty members wear traditional academic robes and hoods reflecting their highest degree and discipline, adding richness to the commencement procession.
All Other Discipline Regalia Color: In alignment with academic regalia code, tassel or hood trim colors often reflect fields of study (e.g., education, science), enhancing the ceremonial display.

Make your Northwest College commencement memorable with this complete graduation cap and gown set — crafted to celebrate your academic success with tradition and pride.

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