academic regalia
1 of 1nounthe traditional attire worn by faculty, staff, and students during academic ceremonies such as graduations, typically including robes, caps, and hoods
Academic regalia refers to the traditional clothing worn during formal academic ceremonies, such as graduations or commencements. It typically includes a cap, gown, and hood, with variations depending on the level of education or the specific institution. The cap, often called a mortarboard, is worn on the head, while the gown is worn over regular clothing and signifies the wearer’s academic status. The hood, worn over the gown, is usually decorated with colors or patterns that represent the graduate’s field of study or the institution. Academic regalia symbolizes achievement and scholarly tradition.
- The professor donned his academic regalia, complete with a doctoral hood, for the commencement ceremony.
- Graduates lined up outside the auditorium, wearing their academic regalia in anticipation of the diploma presentation.
- The university bookstore offers rentals and purchases of academic regalia for graduating students.
- Faculty members proudly wore their academic regalia while leading the procession at the convocation ceremony.
- Her academic regalia bore the colors and symbols representing her alma mater and academic achievements.