Grad Fair
Graduation is almost here and it’s time to start preparing!
Wednesday, March 4, 2026
10:30 am – 2:30 pm, Moody Lobby
Vendors on site for the Grad Fair will be:
- Oak Hall Cap & Gown
- Herff Jones
- Hollins Career Center
- Hollins Graduate Center
- Hollins Institutional Advancement Office will also be available to assist with any questions regarding life after Hollins
Questions?
Karen Callaway
bookstore@hollins.edu
540-362-6661
Regalia & Announcement Info
Seniors are encouraged to wear their decorated robes and any non-academic, activity-based cords and stoles at commencement rehearsal, as well as any other events on the days before commencement rehearsal.
For the commencement ceremony on Sunday, May 17th all graduates should wear their black academic regalia including robe, hood, cap and any academic based cords and stoles. Questions regarding regalia and cords can be directed to provost@hollins.edu.
Regalia Prices Spring 2026
*Attire requirement – Cap, Gown Hood & Tassel*
- Bachelor Package (Cap, Gown, Tassel, Hood) – TBA
- Master’s Package (Cap, Gown, Tassel, Hood) – TBA
Deadline to ship to the bookstore is in early April. Deadline for delivery with shipping fee is in late April.
If you only need a single item such as a cap, tassel, or hood contact Karen in the Hollinstore – bookstore@hollins.edu or in-person at the store Monday – Friday, 9am – 4pm.
Invitations & Frames
Information on ordering invitations and diploma frames can be found at the Herff Jones website.
Commencement Rehearsal
Commencement Rehearsal will be announced at a later date. It should not take more than one hour and will include additional commencement information and announcements, as well as a practice run of the ceremony.
Undergraduate students are required to attend rehearsal, and graduate students are strongly encouraged to attend. Seniors are encouraged to wear their decorated robes and any non-academic, activity-based cords and stoles at commencement rehearsal, as well as any other events on the days before commencement rehearsal. For the commencement ceremony on Sunday, all graduates should wear their black academic regalia including robe, hood, cap and any academic based cords and stoles.
The chapel can be noisy, especially with the excitement and energy of the day. Those with auditory sensory issues are encouraged to bring necessary items for their comfort.
Questions regarding regalia and cords can be directed to provost@hollins.edu.