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If you choose to decorate yourself, first make sure that you know which side of the cap is the front, so your design can be easily seen. Once you have a theme picked out

If you are an undergrad student, the tassel starts on the..

The gown is the foundation of your ceremony ensemble, which will also include a stole and cords, so it is important that it is sized correctly to avoid tripping or being in the way on graduation day. 

For entertainment, plug in your own playlist instead of hiring a DJ. A cheap guestbook and makeshift photo backdrop will get everyone involved. 

Presentation also makes a big difference when giving money. Even a relatively small amount will mean more tucked between the pages of a book or folded into a sincere note. 

There’s nothing wrong with buying flowers for a graduate, but..

Even though graduation ceremonies are all about the graduate, parents also need to think about what outfit they will wear to attend.

The short answer is that it depends. While it’s not required to bring a gift to a graduation party, etiquette recommends that all attendees bring a...

These ceremonies depend on progress toward treating the virus and toward being able to safely hold large gatherings.

Here is an approximation of each deadline for each semester: Fall graduation deadlines are around early to mid-October, winter deadlines are around late October, spring deadlines are around mid to late March, and summer deadlines are around early July.

While you likely won’t forget about these two important parts of your grad wardrobe..

Here are some steps you can take to make sure you capture the monumental day with the perfect graduation picture..