Ohio State University at Lima

OSU‑Lima students who complete degree requirements (associate or bachelor) are eligible to participate in the official Ohio State University commencement ceremonies. As per a 2025 OSU‑Lima announcement, bachelor’s degree recipients from Lima were slated to attend the main Ohio State Commencement (e.g. May 4, 2025) in Ohio Stadium.

For associate‑degree recipients, OSU‑Lima holds its own local “Academic Celebration” for recognition.

To participate in commencement, OSU’s policy requires approved academic regalia: cap, gown, and — for graduate‑level degrees — a hood.

For undergraduates (including OSU‑Lima bachelor’s/associate students attending main commencement), the standard black mortarboard cap and black gown apply; the tassel color is “distinctive of the degree being received,” meaning tassel color depends on the academic college or major.

If a student earns a graduate degree (master’s or doctoral), they must wear regalia that includes a gown, hood, and appropriate headwear, following OSU‑wide academic‑dress regulations.

For honors and special recognition — while OSU‑Lima runs an Honors Program — the publicly available OSU commencement policy allows for an “honors emblem” (scarlet & gray honor cord) for undergraduates graduating with Latin honors (cum laude, magna, summa).

Concerning color‑coding beyond black gown/cap: OSU publishes a public “Academic Costume” guide that details tassel colors per degree and discipline, hood velvet trim by field of study, and decorative elements for doctoral regalia (velvet panels, sleeve bars, hood lining) — these standards apply to all OSU campuses, including regional campuses like Lima.

In short: OSU‑Lima follows the system‑wide academic‑regalia and commencement standards — required cap, gown, tassel for undergraduates; gown + hood + discipline-color options for advanced degrees; and optional honor cords for Latin‑honor undergraduates. Regalia must be obtained via approved channels (e.g. official bookstore or vendor) to comply with university commencement requirements.

Ohio State University Academic Regalia – Cap, Gown, Tassel & Hood (OSU‑Lima Ready)

• Institution: The Ohio State University — valid for all campuses including regional campus OSU‑Lima
• Included Essentials: Graduation gown, mortarboard cap, tassel — mandatory for undergraduate associate/bachelor candidates; hood included for graduate‑level degrees per the official OSU costume code.
• Degree & Discipline Color Coding: Tassel, hood velvet edging, and hood lining correspond to degree type and major discipline — ensuring compliance with OSU’s commencement color standards.
• Honor Cords Available: Eligible undergraduates who graduate with Latin honors can wear an official scarlet & gray honor cord or emblem along with their gown.
• Who It’s For: Students, graduates, alumni, or family members ordering formal graduation attire for ceremonies, photos, or memorabilia — especially OSU‑Lima students participating in main‑campus commencement or local recognition events.
• Ordering & Compliance Notice: Regalia must be purchased or rented via OSU‑approved vendors (e.g. OSU Bookstore or official online store) and orders placed by published deadlines to ensure acceptance at commencement.

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