Cap and Gown Update Distribution Date: Friday, April 28-Jostens A Hall-1st Floor during 1st lunch/Advisory Additional distribution will take place from May 1-5: Registrar's Office-Ms. Attaway-10 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Final Distribution Date: May 8-12 during Advisory-A213-Ms. Barnett Please email Ms. Barnett ([email protected]) if you will be testing during the distribution time for pick up arrangements. The Cap and Gown Preparing to march to "Pomp and Circumstance" requires wearing the traditional graduation cap and gown, a tradition that dates back centuries to the early universities in Europe. Here's how to wear your cap and gown: The graduation cap is worn flat on the head, parallel to the floor. The front point of the cap should be centered on the forehead. The graduation gown should fall midway between the knee and ankle. Male- should remove their graduation caps during the school song and the National Anthem. Tassels are usually worn on the right side and shifted to the left when graduates receive their diplomas. Male- generally wear dark trousers, dark shoes and dress shirts and ties under their graduation gowns. Female-generally wear lightweight dresses or blouses, neutral color shoes and skirts that do not hang below their graduation gowns. They can also wear a detachable white collar that adds a more finished, decorative touch. Flowers and jewelry should not be worn on the academic gown. Caps and gowns can be accessorized with specific regalia like stoles and honor cords in keeping with the traditions of the school. Decorating Your Cap Decoration of Caps: Remember the person in front of you must have a complete view of the ceremony. CSAS faculty and staff will check all attire before the ceremony. Remember this is a very special day for you and your family. Maximum decorations attachment should not exceed 1 inch. .