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Graduation Cords
A graduation cord refers to a string that is attached to the graduation cap and is worn as part of the graduation regalia. They are also worn for aesthetic purposes so that the graduates stand out from the rest. The graduation cords been worn since the 14th century. Initially in Europe, the cords signified different tiers of learning and the students wore them as part of their daily attire. This however has changed with time. In modern days therefore, the cords are worn in graduation ceremonies, which are viewed as a rite of passage. The cords are worn alongside a graduation gowns, caps and tassels. The graduation cords are attached to the caps and hang from their sides.
Graduation cords make for good graduation gifts to a loved on who is graduating. The cords can be made in different colors to signify the graduates’ new academic status. The cords can be made in colors that represent the colors of the academic institutions from which one graduates from. One can make their own cords by using a number of strings. The strings can be twisted or plaited for enforcement. The colors one selects to make the cords are not limited one can therefore combine a number of colors. In addition, one can add a tassel at the ends of the graduation cord.
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