"In keeping with the trademark colors for the university, Auburn University has negotiated a change in the colors of graduate hoods, both master’s and doctorate. The previous colors were powder blue and salmon; no record was found indicating why or when these colors were chosen. The new colors will be navy and orange which are readily associated with Auburn.
“A long-time interest in incorporating our true school colors into the hoods combined with a timely opportunity through the vendor has allowed us to finally do it,” said Dale Coleman, associate professor in the Department of Animal Sciences and co-chair of the Graduation Committee. “No university funds are being expended to make the change,” said Pamela Ulrich, professor in the Department of Consumer Affairs and co-chair of the Graduation Committee.
The new hoods will first be used during the spring 2009 commencement ceremonies. Although the previous rental hoods will be retired then, Auburn graduates who have previously purchased their hoods may still use them. These colors will continue to be recognized and honored. Alumni may prefer to keep wearing the hoods they first received, or may purchase hoods with the new official Auburn colors. To purchase new hoods, contact the Auburn University Bookstore in Haley Center at 844-4241. For more information regarding the new hood colors, please visit www.auburn.edu/graduation. "
-from wireeagle
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