How many sides should a doctoral TAM have?
8 sided
Typically a 4 sided graduation tam is for masters graduates. An 8 sided graduation tam is for doctorate graduates. And the 6 sided graduation tam is for those degrees that fall somewhere in between.
How do you know what size TAM to buy?
25 1/2 7 7/8 XL 26 8 XL Measure the forehead at the point where you plan to wear the tam. This is usually at the widest part of the forehead, about an inch above the eyebrow. Don’t pull the tape too taut or your tam will fit that tightly. Measure your head two or three times for accuracy.
What side does tam tassel go on?
left side
Tam. Wear the tam horizontally so that it is parallel to the ground and sits about an inch above the ears. Place the tassel on the left side of the tam (flipping the tassel is only for undergraduate degrees).
How long should doctoral robes be?
Generally, the graduation gown length falls below your knees and above your ankles, which is usually eight to ten inches from the floor. Shoes do not affect the gown length.
What does a red doctoral gown mean?
For graduate hoods and academic regalia colors, red or shades of red are used to designate the degree or discipline of Canon Law, Communications, Conservation, Divinity, Forestry, Journalism, Music, Public Health, Sacred Theology, and Theology.
Can you wear multiple honor cords?
The good news is that you don’t have to choose between a stole/sash and a cord(s); you can wear a cord and a stole/sash together and you can wear more than one cord. However, it’s not practical to wear more than one sash/stole, though some graduates may do it.
What is the doctoral hat called?
Graduation Tam Also known as a Tudor bonnet, this special cap is reserved for master’s and doctorate recipients. During the graduation ceremony, it is also worn by professors and academic officials.
What does gold piping on doctoral gown mean?
holders wanting to show their discipline, or wanting to dress up their hood, elect to add gold piping or “degree color” piping to their hoods or gowns. HOODS. The Deluxe doctoral hood costs $145.00 with optional gold piping or $130.00 without piping.
Why is the PhD hat different?
They adopted the Tudor round bonnet with a brim and soft crown to it. So, in general, bachelors, masters and Doctors of Divinity were required to wear the square cap, while doctors in lay faculties were prescribed the round bonnet instead.