The processional and recessional of students and faculty dressed in academic regalia are traditional parts of special occasions on
many college and university campuses. The history of academic regalia dates back to the medieval universities. When universities were
taking form in the 12th and 13th centuries, they were under the jurisdiction of the church. Those involved in study wore a habit or cloak
to which was attached a hood that could be pulled over the head when weather conditions so dictated. Later, the gown served the dual
purpose of dress uniformity and providing warmth in the unheated halls.
The hood had three uses: a covering, a shoulder cape, and a place to collect alms. During the day of large wigs, the cape part of the
hood was cut open in the front and the entire garment, cape and hood, was allowed to fall back, producing approximately the effect seen
today. After the wigs became unfashionable, the original shape was not restored. The master’s hood is longer than the bachelor’s, and the
doctor’s hood is longer than the master’s.
Gowns commonly worn in the academic ceremonies across the country have pointed sleeves for the bachelor’s degree; long,
closed sleeves (with a slit for the arm) for the master’s degree; and bell-shaped sleeves for the doctor’s degree. There is no trimming
on the master’s and bachelor’s gowns. The doctor's gown has black velvet down the front as well as three black velvet bars across the
sleeves.This trimming of velvet may be of the color distinctive of the faculty or subject to which the degree pertains.
The cap is an essential part of the academic dress. Gentlemen will wear their caps until seated. Caps will then be removed until after
the benediction. Ladies will wear their caps at all times. All hoods are lined with silk showing the official colors of the institution which
conferred the degree, and all are trimmed in specified widths with velvet signifying the academic discipline.
Agriculture - Maize
Arts and Letters - White
Commerce and Accountancy - Drab
Dentistry - Lilac
Economics - Copper
Education - Light Blue
Engineering - Orange
Fine Arts (including Architecture) - Brown
Forestry - Russet
Humanities - Crimson
Law - Purple
Library Science - Lemon
Medicine - Green
Music - Pink
Oratory - Silver Gray
Pharmacy - Olive Green
Philosophy - Dark Blue
Physical Education - Sage Green
Public Health - Salmon Pink
Science - Golden Yellow
Social Science - Citron
Theology - Scarlet
Veterinary Science - Gray
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Commencement
Academic Regalia
May 8, 2010
Wayland Baptist University exists to educate students in an academically challenging, learning-focused
and distinctively Christian environment for professional success, lifelong learning and service to God and humankind.
Hutcherson Center
Program Resources and Notes
Program Information
Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)
by John Newton, Louie Giglio and Chris Tomlin
Bible Bearer.........................................................................................................................................................Jordan Nelson
Amazing Grace, how sweet the sound, That saved a wretch like me.
I once was lost, but now am found, Was blind but now I see.
’Twas Grace that taught my heart to fear, And Grace my fears relieved.
How precious did that Grace appear, The hour I first believed.
Academic School Banner Bearers................................................................................................................................Students
Chorus:
My chains are gone, I’ve been set free, My God, my Savior has ransomed me.
And like a flood His mercy reigns, Unending love, Amazing Grace.
President, Senior Class, Plainview, Texas
Behavioral & Social Sciences: Rachel Laue, Sand Coulee, Montana
Business: Ashley Dawn Hardage, Plainview, Texas
Education: Mary Moralez, Plainview, Texas
Fine Arts: Rachel Janney, Turkey, Texas
Languages & Literature: Diana Gutierrez, Dumas, Texas
Mathematics & Sciences: Colby Schniederjan, Dalhart, Texas
Music: Gunnar Tietge, Irving, Texas
Religion & Philosophy: Kyle Adams, Orange, Texas
Marshals.............................................................................................................................Members of the University Faculty
The Lord has promised good to me, His word my hope secures.
He will my shield and portion be, As long as life endures.
Repeat Chorus Twice
Chief Marshal
Dr. Gilbert Werema
Assistant Professor of Marketing
Alternate Marshal
Dr. Kelly B. Warren
Assistant Professor of Management
First Assistant Marshal
Second Assistant Marshal
Dr. Jo Beth DeSoto
Associate Professor of Education
Dr. Carolyn Ratcliffe
Associate Professor of Religion
The earth shall soon dissolve like snow, The sun forbear to shine.
But God who called me here below, Will be forever mine,
Will be forever mine, You are forever mine.
Additional Marshals
Dr. Cynthia Holubek
Assistant Professor of Management
Dr. George Valentine
Assistant Professor of Business
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Alma Mater
by Guy Woods
On the Plains of Texas where the wind sings loud her name, Gateway to a world resplendent, far and wide her fame.
Where the caprock's firm foundation meets a sky of blue, Stands our Alma Mater, Wayland True!
Wayland for thy understanding, love and gracious care, For thy hopes, thy faith in youth, so kind, and deep and rare,
May we ever keep thy spirit strong, thy courage bold! Pioneering Wayland, Hail thy Blue and Gold.
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Pledge to the United States Flag
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands,
One nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.
Scripture: Acts 20:22-24 (NIV)
And now, compelled by the Spirit, I am going to Jerusalem, not knowing what will happen to me there. I only know that in every
city the Holy Spirit warns me that prison and hardships are facing me. However, I consider my life worth nothing to me, if only I may
finish the race and complete the task the Lord Jesus has given me – the task of testifying to the gospel of God’s grace.
University Symbols
The Wayland Mace
The mace has its origins in the Middle Ages. Originally functioning as a weapon, it has evolved to the point that the mace now
serves during ceremonial occasions as a symbolic representation of institutional authority. The Wayland mace is part of the official university regalia, symbolic of the institution's past, present and future. It carries the formal declaration of assembly by the University and
is carried, presented and posted by the grand marshal of the assembly.
The mace replicates the torch included within the University's seal and contains within its elements those fundamental beliefs upon
which the University was founded as well as each stage of the institution's development. The flame of the torch, carved from Hawaiian
koa wood, represents the University's past and continuing commitment to Jesus Christ as the light of the world. It also represents the institution's mission of proclaiming that illuminating truth is the axle upon which God's universe, as well as all history, turns.
The flame rests upon two walnut rings, the first featuring brass plates upon which are engraved the name and term of office of each
president who served the University, and the second featuring cut and polished stones representing broad academic areas in which the
University currently offers a major field of study. The handle of the torch consists of five segments separated by brass rings, each representing a phase of Wayland’s rich history.
The Bible
The Bible carried in the processional and recessional is the personal Bible of Dr. J.H. Wayland, founder of the university.
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All graduates will march out of Hutcherson and to the Laney at the conclusion of the Commencement. Meet your graduate in the
Laney Center for a reception hosted by the Alumni Development Office.
In respect for the graduating class, we ask your cooperation in the following:
™ If it is necessary to leave while the speakers are giving their address, please do not return to your seat
until the address has ended.
™ If you have crying children, please take them out of Hutcherson Center. The recording equipment is quite sensitive.
™ Please turn off all cell phones and electronic devices.