Tassels are worn on the right side of the cap until such time as Commencement honors are bestowed upon the graduates. The tassels and NHS cords are yours to keep. The gown should be approximately 10 inches from the floor. The gown should be pressed before being worn to any of the graduation exercises. Caps are never worn at the back of the head.
Hoods ONLY are to be returned immediately following the graduation ceremony.
The diploma will be given to you at this time. Oh, you'll be back. It isn't as if I will never see you again. But when you return, you will come as a guest. For all practical purposes, you are gone for good.