Convocation day is something that one cannot forget for his lifetime. This day holds various memories. Graduates are excited to get their degree certificate, for which they worked hard throughout the year. It is only joy and happiness in the air on this very day. Every level that the graduate crosses, the degree of achievement increases. On the ladder of education, kindergarten is the first step. Thought it seems infinitesimally small step, it takes the small kid toward the higher level of education. Hence, it is definitely an important stage. Soon, the kid grows up and so is its education. After the first difficult stage of high school graduation, a graduate can clearly see the path ahead. Then one fine day, the day of college graduation comes. Not many people can reach to this level. Hence, it is certainly a day to celebrate victory and achievement. To make this day special and perfect, everything related to this day should be perfect. One of such thing which requires your attention is the college

. Read further to find out how to wear the graduation regalia properly.

You need to wear the robe during the entire graduation ceremony. The most common color of robe is black. Shoes and dress pants should typically match the color of the robe. The robe consists of graduation gown,

. Ensure that the cap with the mortarboard is level with the ground. The caps should be worn during the entire ceremony. Men might be required to remove the cap during prayer, national anthem or Alma Mater. Cues for removing caps at these times should be addressed beforehand but if they are not watch the presiding officer and follow their lead.

Place the tassel on the right side before degrees are awarded. Once degrees are award, move the tassel to the left. Although this is common practice, this is not an official rule that is used by all universities and may not be done. Put the graduate hood on over the robe. For some degrees, like a master's or doctoral, the graduate will be hooded as they are given the diploma. For degrees awarded en mass, the hood should be worn over the robes during the entire ceremony. Despite this rule, many universities have removed the hood for bachelor's degree and the bachelor's robe will be worn without a hood. Roll the edge of the hood outward so that the inside colors of the hood show. The end of the hood will look something like a fin and should not be turned inside out but hang parallel to the ground.