University of Wisconsin‑Whitewater Rock County Commencement & Academic Regalia

The University of Wisconsin‑Whitewater Rock County campus hosts formal commencement ceremonies to celebrate the achievements of its graduates. All participants are required to wear approved academic regalia, including a graduation gown, graduation cap (mortarboard), and tassel. Eligible students may also wear honor cords or stoles representing academic honors or membership in recognized student organizations. Undergraduate and associate degree students typically wear a standard black gown with a black mortarboard cap, and tassel colors are designated according to the student’s field of study.

Graduate students wear gowns appropriate to their degree, accompanied by a cap and hood. The hood’s velvet trim indicates the discipline of study, while the gown remains black to maintain uniformity across graduates. Honor cords are available for undergraduate students meeting GPA requirements, while graduate students follow the hooding protocol. Stoles and other adornments must comply with university guidelines, and all regalia should be ordered through the official bookstore or approved vendors to ensure correct gown color, cap style, and accessory approval.

By adhering to these guidelines, the University of Wisconsin‑Whitewater Rock County ensures a consistent and professional appearance for all graduates. Proper use of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles reflects institutional tradition and enhances the ceremonial experience. The coordinated academic regalia symbolizes both personal achievement and the university’s longstanding commitment to academic excellence, creating a dignified and memorable commencement for students, families, and faculty.

University of Wisconsin‑Whitewater Rock County Academic Regalia – Cap, Gown & Tassel Set

Prepare for commencement at UW‑Whitewater Rock County with the officially approved academic regalia: graduation gown, graduation cap, tassel—and optional hood, honor cords or stoles—aligned with the campus’s commencement attire policy. (See: Registrar and Bookstore pages)

Included in Set

• Graduation gown + cap + tassel for Undergraduate or Graduate candidates.
• Hood included for graduates when required by the program.
• Honor cords & stoles: available separately for eligible students through recognized honours — check campus policy.

Colour & Level Guide

• Graduation gown colour: standard black for undergraduates and graduates at the Rock County campus.
• Graduation cap: black mortarboard included in set.
• Tassel colour: selected based on major/discipline; details available via university bookstore. (Source: Bookstore)
• Stoles & honor cords: colours vary by eligible honor programs or affiliations — verify eligibility and color with campus listing.

Note: To confirm the exact colors of the graduation gown, cap, tassel, honor cords, and stoles for your specific program at University of Wisconsin Whitewater at Rock County, 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.