The Spring '25 Grad Fair will be held on Wednesday, April 2 from 10 am - 4 pm in the Bradbury Thompson Alumni Center.

Grad Fair Specials

Students who attend the Grad Fair can take advantage of the following deals:

• 25% off All Cap & Gown Sets
• 25% off Selected Alumni Clothing & Gifts
• 25% off Diploma Frames

The Ichabod Shop is your source for purchasing your graduation regalia. Regalia will be available for purchase at the Grad Fair, and then afterwards at the Ichabod Shop (in person or online).

 

Student Regalia sets are available for purchase only.

 

Please sign up for our Graduation Newsletter to stay informed about Regalia and Graduation Gift Specials.

Regalia options and FAQ

 

Where Do I Purchase Graduation Announcements?

You can order graduation announcements online with CB Grad Announcements.
The Ichabod Shop does not sell graduation announcements in store.

Where do I get my diploma?

Diplomas are usually available six to eight weeks after the end of each semester or term.
Graduates may pick up their diplomas in the Student One Stop, Morgan Hall Welcome Center, during regular business hours. Bring a photo ID!
If you wish to have your diploma mailed to you, click here

 

Where can I find a Washburn Diploma Frame?

Washburn Diploma Frames can be ordered online or purchased in-store at the Ichabod Shop.

Where can I purchase a class ring or other customized gifts?

We have partnered with Balfour Gifts for class rings.
Be sure to check out their selection of gifts!

I'm receiving Latin Honors. Where do I get my honor cords?

Undergraduate students receiving a bachelor's degree who meet the University's requirements to receive Latin Honors (summa cum laude, magna cum laude, cum laude) will be awarded the appropriate honor cords to be worn during the commencement ceremony. Honor cords will be presented to bachelor degree candidates only at the time you pick up your name card prior to the ceremony.

Helpful Campus Organizations

• Washburn Alumni Association
• Washburn Career Services
• Washburn Financial Literacy

Bachelor/Associate Regalia
Bachelor and Associate Graduate regalia will be available for online ordering after the semester's Grad Fair. The Undergraduate Package consists of a black gown, black mortarboard cap and tassel in the color representing your discipline.

Master's Degree

Master gowns differ from Bachelor gowns. The sleeve is oblong, square cut at the rear, and extends beyond the length of the wearer's arm. The hood consists of a satin lining in the colors of the institution awarding the degree, with a 3-inch wide velvet trim representing the wearer's field of study (and must be the same color as the tassel). The mortarboard cap is the same as the one worn by Bachelor degree recipients.

Doctoral Degrees

Doctoral gowns are black, with bell sleeves, velvet facing on the front, and three velvet bands on the arms. The hood is similar to a Master's hood, except the velvet trim is five inches wide, extends four feet in length, and has extra panels on either side that lie cape-like across the back. Doctoral candidates also wear an eight-sided velvet tam instead of mortarboard cap.

Faculty Members
Contact Ichabod Shop staff at 785-670-1049 or [email protected]

Washburn Tech
Washburn Tech graduates wear a black undergraduate gown and cap with silver/navy blue tassel. Regalia for Washburn Tech Graduates can be purchased in person at our Washburn TECH location, or online.

 

FAQ:

Q: What color are the gowns?
A: Regalia (cap and gown) are black. The tassel color is determined by your field of study.

Q: Do I have to buy a gown?
A: You must have a cap, gown and tassel to walk in the ceremony.

Q: How long should the gown be?
A: The length of the gown should be between mid-calf and upper ankle.

Q: I have a Bachelor's gown, but I am getting a Master's degree. Do I need a new gown?
A: Yes, you do. Master's gowns differ from Bachelor's gowns in style and embellishment.

Q: I am getting a Master's degree, do I need a hood and a cap?
A: Yes, you need both the hood and the cap.
The hood's coloring and size represent the type and subject of degree earned. It consists of a satin interior lining in the colors of the awarding institution, and the velvet trim represents the color of your academic field.

Q: I know what my major is, how do I know what my "degree" is?
A: Click here to find out what your "degree" is (a Bachelor of what?).

Q: How do I know what size to order?
A: Students ordering online are asked to provide their height and select from a choice of weight ranges to determine the need for a "regular" or "extra large" gown for your height. Caps & tams are one size fit most.