2024 Graduation Cap Decorating Contest

Decorating graduation caps, aka mortar boards, is a proud Wildcat tradition! And this year, the best caps may win prizes!! We want to see your creativity shine, Class of 2024.

Enter as many decorated mortar boards as you choose. The Commencement team will vote on the best caps by design, construction, wit and school spirit. Prizes will be awarded to the top three designs as determined by the judges. Each awardee will receive one of the following prizes:

VIP stadium seating for your guests

A tour of the Commencement set up the day before the event

Help Wilbur and Wilma start the fireworks for the ceremony finale

Contest Rules:

Be creative! All designs must be original and created by you, the student.
Decorate your cap as an expression of YOU – your passions, what got you through college, your major, your college, etc.
Participants are responsible for providing their own decorating materials.
All decorated caps must comply with the student code of conduct and the rules of the University of Arizona. Remember, this is a family-friendly event!
When using the University of Arizona logo, please refer to brand.arizona.edu for guidelines.
Designs should not be higher than 3 inches off the top or wider than the cap as it will obstruct the view of other graduates at Commencement.

Sumbit a photo of your cap Design here By wednesday, May 1

Contact us at commencement@arizona.edu with any questions.