Caps and gown sales for Fall 2008 Commencement will be announced at a later date.

Fall 2008 degree candidates will soon be able to pre-order their regalia and announcements online!

Fall 2008 undergraduate degree candidates that have submitted the Undergraduate Commencement RSVP form will be eligible to purchase the regalia package for the Fall 2008 commencement during the Fall semester. Students interested in attending the Spring 2009 commencement will be able to submit the RSVP form starting in January 2009, and must purchase their regalia in the Spring 2009 semester.

Formal regalia, specially designed for Binghamton University, is mandatory for all students participating in the formal commencement. Student regalia packages include the cap, gown, tassel, stole, and six guest tickets to the ceremony. The undergraduate cost for the regalia package is around $65.00. Students are able to purchase the cap and gown packets in the University Bookstore during a specified time period. Every effort is made to ensure a variety of cap sizes and gown lengths are available throughout the purchase period; pre-ordering is not required. However, if you have concerns about obtaining a cap and gown that will fit you properly, please complete a pre-order during the correct semester.

There is no official dress code for what students should wear under the regalia. Due to the formality of the occasion, business dress is reccommended. For men, this would include slacks, button-down shirt with tie, or suit. For women, slacks with a blouse, or a dress is appropriate.

Faculty and Staff that require academic regalia for the Commencement ceremonies will have arrangements made through Mr. Ransom at the University Bookstore. Regalia rentals will be available for pick-up the week prior to the events. Tickets are not required for attending faculty and staff. If family members wish to join participating faculty and staff in attending the ceremony, please contact the Commencement Office

~The Tradition of~ The Stole of Gratitude Many students know an individual that has provided unconditional support and encouragement during their academic years. The Stole of Gratitude is a symbol of appreciation for this relationship, and provides a visual reminder of how much that person meant to you during these challenging years. Graduates may sign the white satin stole they wear during the ceremony with a permanent, fine-tip marker, and provide words of affection and thankfulness for their supporter; family and friends may also contribute to the decoration. The stole is then presented to the recipient after the graduation ceremony, to honor their contribution to the new graduate's achievements. If you are interested in participating in this tradition, you may choose to use the stole included in your regalia packet, or purchase an additional stole. Please contact the University Bookstore with any questions regarding this possibility: (607) 777-2745.