Preparing for Graduation: A Doctoral Hooding How-To
The Doctoral Hooding Ceremony will be held on May 22, 2025 in the Island Federal Credit Union Arena at 10:30 am. At this ceremony Doctoral degrees will be conferred.
TASSEL ON THE LEFT
Make sure to have your tassel on the left of the mortarboard and remains there for the whole ceremony.
HOOD ON THE LEFT
For ease and elegance, drape the hood over your left arm until it's time to hand it to your advisor.
DOCTORAL HOODING STANCE
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart and make sure your adivsor is able to reach over your head to drape the hood.
AD FINEM
Congratulations! You have recieved your hood and are officially a doctor. Your diploma will be mailed to you 4 to 6 weeks after the Graduate School clears your record.