Ordering caps and gowns is the first project many students choose to tackle. These packages are all available through the University Bookstore. There is no time limit on ordering the bachelor's package. However, the deadline is May 7 for ordering law students' gowns and May 31 for master's and Ph.D. graduates. The late fine ensures that the students will receive their packages in time.
Announcements are other items seniors can buy before they graduate.
Time for delivery should be taken into account. Mancuso said she thinks students are surprised at how quickly they can obtain the announcements and other graduation supplies, which is much swifter than at most high schools. We have most of the items they need in the store, and they can purchase them right away. After caps and gowns are ordered and announcements are mailed, the next thing graduates have to worry about is the ceremony. Parking can potentially be one of the biggest problems of the day, said JoAnn Gray, a representative with the Student Life office.