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Peer reviewedStrickland, S. Mark; Fluitt, John L. – College and University, 1985
The use of colors in tassels and hood trimmings to signify the subject areas of degrees is discussed, and variations in this practice are described. Whether the color of the hood trimming should indicate the major subject studied or the subject area incorporated in the title of the degree is debated. (MLW)
Descriptors: Clothing, Color, Commencement Ceremonies, Degrees (Academic)
