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Doctoral hoods collection, 1980
Overview of the Collection
- Title
- Doctoral hoods collection
- Dates
- 1980 (inclusive)19801980
- Quantity
- 1.5 linear feet, (one archival box containing three doctoral hood garments and two long bags.)
- Collection Number
- 2004-021
- Summary
- The doctoral hood has been worn by scholars during graduation ceremonies since the 14th century. The Doctoral hoods collection consists of three doctoral hoods, one from the University of Michigan, another from New York University, and the last from University of Oregon as well as two long, corduroy and velvet fabric bags.
- Repository
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Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives
OHSU Historical Collections & Archives
Oregon Health & Science University
3181 SW Sam Jackson Park Rd. MC:LIB
Portland, OR
97239
Telephone: 5034945587
hcaref@ohsu.edu - Access Restrictions
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There are no restrictions on access. This collection is open to the public.
- Languages
- English
Historical NoteReturn to Top
The doctoral hood has been worn by scholars during graduation ceremonies since the 14th century. Hoods are long, typically worn hanging down the back, and are composed of black fabric to match the gown. What distinguishes each doctoral hood is the color of the velvet trim, which runs 5 inches wide along the edge of the hood. Each color corresponds to a different degree earned.
Content DescriptionReturn to Top
The Doctoral hoods collection contains three doctoral hoods and two long bags. The first hood with gold velvet trim (Medicine) is from a Doctor of Science graduate at the University of Michigan; the second hood with purple velvet trim (Law) is from a Legum Doctor graduate at New York University; and the third hood is from a Doctor of Science graduate at the University of Oregon. The two long fabric bags are made of black corduroy and green velvet. The origin of these bags is unknown, but it appears that they could have been a part of the graduation regalia. Although the collection is dated circa 1980 by a previous archivist, the exact dates and provenance of the hoods cannot be determined.
Use of the CollectionReturn to Top
Preferred Citation
Doctoral hoods collection, Collection Number 2004-021, Oregon Health & Science University, Historical Collections & Archives
Restrictions on Use
OHSU Historical Collections & Archives (HC&A) is the owner of the original materials and digitized images in our collections, however, the collection may contain materials for which copyright is not held. Patrons are responsible for determining the appropriate use or reuse of materials. Consult with HC&A to determine if we can provide permission for use.
Administrative InformationReturn to Top
Detailed Description of the CollectionReturn to Top
| Container(s) | Description | Dates |
|---|---|---|
| Box | ||
| 1 | Doctor of Science (D.Sc) Hood, University of Michigan | undated |
| 1 | Legum Doctor (L.L.D) Hood, New York University | undated |
| 1 | Doctor of Science (D.Sc) Hood, University of Oregon | undated |
| 1 | Black corduroy and green velvet bags (2) | undated |
Names and SubjectsReturn to Top
Subject Terms
- Commencement ceremonies
- Schools, Medical
Corporate Names
- New York University
- University of Michigan
- University of Oregon
Form or Genre Terms
- Academic costume
