Create your commencement. college regalia guide
Our legacy was built by honoring yours. For over 115 years, celebrating student achievements has been our passion. Jostens is proud to collaborate with you in planning your next commencement ceremony. Celebrate your school s unique brand with custom regalia and accessories. From premium gowns to timeless accessories, everything you need to design a one-of-a-kind graduation is here, along with the unparalleled, always-there service you expect from Jostens. Thank you for the opportunity to share in your traditions. After more than a century, it s still an honor. The jostens Difference Jostens is committed to sustainability. By making innovative and responsible decisions in harmony with our environment, we re helping build a brighter future for everyone. To learn more, visit jostens.com/sustainability. 2 3
the elements collection: BEAUTIFULLY RESPONSIBLE. Make a big impact on your graduation day by leaving a small footprint on the environment. As the graduation experts, Jostens is focused on innovation in everything we do. We know that the future belongs to today s students and the life choices they make now can have ripple effects on generations to come. That s why we designed the USDA certified biobased Elements Collection. Eco-friendly regalia that s green. Where your material comes from is important; where it ends up, even more so. The Elements Collection is sustainably sourced from wood pulp, which is used to manufacture the fabric in each cap, gown and hood shell in the collection. This fabric is scientifically proven to completely biodegrade.* Blending sustainability with elegance. It is our obligation to leave this world better than we found it and the biobased Elements Collection makes an impact by being environmentally friendly. Now, that s the legacy worth leaving. To learn more about the science behind the Elements Collection, please visit jostens.com/elements. Sun sky ash fire fern snow iris clay mist dusk 10 rich colors formulated for sheen and uniformity Breathable, wrinkle-resistant fabric with excellent drape Patent-pending inverted pleats complemented by a simple front panel Zipper tape and teeth are made from 100% recycled PET The jostens Difference Through the Jostens Give-Back Program, the purchase of an Elements Collection gown offers graduates the opportunity to give back to the environment by responding to Jostens: for every response received, we ll donate $1 to an environmental sustainability project. To learn more, visit jostens.com/elements/giveback. *In a laboratory test conducted by an independent testing facility in accordance with ISO 15985 and ASTM D5511, complete biodegration was achieved within 15 days on shredded samples of fabric used in the Elements Collection cap, gown and hood shell. Accelerated testing was conducted under anaerobic conditions pursuant to the standards set forth above. Results in municipal solid waste landfills will vary depending on sample size and environmental conditions including temperature, biological activity and exposure to moisture and oxygen. Opt for the exceptional Elements Collection hood with your gown: shell is made of Elements Collection gown fabric Trimmed in U.S.-manufactured velvet cord & button ensure a perfectly symmetrical look Acetate satin lining represents the colors of the school conferring the degree 4 5
cardinal light blue hunter green gold eggplant garnet platinum purple black orange light gold teal brown white the bdg collection: CRAFTSMANSHIP IN COLOR. 22 vibrant hues, countless accolades. Bring well-deserved attention to your graduates and their achievements and create a striking, memorable look for your ceremony when you choose from our most colorful collection. High-quality, durable construction Breathable, lightweight polyester Traditional, smooth matte finish Pleated front style Hidden matching front zipper Hoods detailed in accordance with the Academic Costume Code are available for all of our academic regalia in standard acetate and velveteen lining. The Academic Collection: A classic, trusted value. burnt orange green burgundy royal blue silver gray red navy blue The jostens Difference We ve made ordering easy for you and your students. GradTrack provides an immediate view of your order(s), order status and tracking information on shipped orders, while Jostens Regalia esolutions and Regalia HomeShip services simplify distribution and student ordering. Contact your representative for details. eggplant royal blue pink black cardinal Designed to fit any graduate s look and work within any budget, Academic Collection gowns are crafted of breathable, lightweight polyester with a low-luster sheen. Gowns are gathered in front, each with an exposed front zipper, and available in 12 popular colors. An attractive choice guaranteed to impress. white Gold navy blue platinum red hunter green light blue old Gold 7
fine quality: DISTINGUISHED DESIGN. Our Fine Quality gowns are custom-tailored to suit the wearer. Faculty, Board of Directors, doctoral candidates, graduate students and anyone who d like to purchase a personal gown will find plenty of options at every value from our Fine Quality collection, designed in accordance with the Academic Costume Code. Each of these breathable, wrinkle-resistant gowns features elegant details worthy of the owner s success. The Windsor Our finest, most tailored doctoral design features: Fluting over the shoulders and across the back Floating panels and an elegant yoke Regal braid and button on the yoke Satin-lined, belled sleeves with adjustable cuffs The Sussex Our most popular doctoral gown features: Fluting over the shoulders and across the back Regal braid and button on the yoke Satin-lined, belled sleeves Discipline or schoolspecific piping Added Accessories From four-, six- and eightsided Doctors tams in plush velvet to a wide selection of degree-specific caps and tassels, Jostens offers many traditional ways to accessorize your gown. Hoods are available for all of our academic regalia and detailed in accordance with the Academic Costume Code, in standard acetate and velveteen lining. Master and Bachelor gowns are also available. Looking for rental gown options? Contact your Jostens representative for details. 8 9
FINISHING TOUCHES. Enhance your event with meaningful regalia accessories. Recognize their service with the Americana Cord. The red, white and blue Americana Cord offers a unique opportunity to celebrate veterans, active-duty military members and graduates of the ROTC program at your graduation ceremony. Present it to those who have served and ask them to wear it proudly as part of their commencement regalia. A truly memorable graduation goes beyond caps and gowns. When you choose stoles, cords, medallions and tassels reflective of your school s colors and traditions, they do more than represent your school brand during the ceremony: they let it shine. Select special choices for your students, faculty and staff, and your event will look as unforgettable as it feels. stoles medallions tassels cords Welcome freshmen with their own tassels. By including a graduation tassel as part of freshman orientation, you ll send the message that your incoming class is a valued addition to your community and that they ll all be walking together at graduation in four years. The gesture encourages their dedication to graduate and establishes a close connection with your school. 10 11
Customize your ceremony. Because your school is like no other. Screenprinted Gown Embroidered Gown Embroidered Patch Zipper Pull TASSEL DROP Graduation is the pinnacle of your students college experience. Custom regalia and accessories create a unified, recognizable look that identifies them as successful graduates of your school. With our superior design capabilities from school-specific colors to personalized embroidery and silk-screening we can help you craft exclusive gowns and accessories that stand out from the crowd. The jostens Difference Your Jostens representative can help you deliver a coordinated look for every participant in the ceremony, from graduates and faculty to distinguished speakers. Contact your Jostens representative for details. 12 13
REGALIA IS ONLY THE BEGINNING. Jostens was honored to help Chamberlain College of Nursing design custom regalia consistent with their reputation as one of the country s premiere nursing schools. Their graduation ceremony was planned to be a unique and fun celebration and the administration wanted it to live on in students memories through photos and videos long after the day had passed. Working together, we created an uncompromising collection of regalia and accessories, including gowns, tassels, diploma covers and announcements, to achieve the school s goal. Every detail mattered: we fine-tuned their custom patch until it was exactly right and designed a special Chamberlain College of Nursing zipper pull to add the perfect finishing touch. Throughout the graduation experience, Jostens helped Chamberlain College of Nursing make an impression their graduates will never forget. Imagine what we can do for you. 14 15
The jostens difference Supporting your mission is our mission. We re here to support you and your school s goals with a team of dedicated representatives, personal customer service and a premium college regalia collection befitting your institution s traditions. To find out more about our regalia program, contact your Jostens representative, call us toll free at 1.800.488.2173 or visit jostens.com/educators/college. Help us build a brighter future. Please recycle. Growing sustainability from the ground up. jostens.com/sustainability 2013 Jostens, Inc. 12-0994 (CCG-024)