Graduation is that final moment in your academic career, a chance to show everyone how far you've come as a well-rounded, outstanding citizen in the world.
Or it's just a great opportunity to party and wear a cool hat.
Many graduates choose to show off their interests on those funny flat mortarboards they're forced to wear at commencement. It's a way to stand out among a sea of flat black.
Not sure how to jazz up your own mortarboard? Study these 11 examples for a little bit of inspiration.
1. Harry Potter
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2. Lemongrab from Adventure Time
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3. Vinyl
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4. Darth Vader
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5. Game of Thrones
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6. Hello Kitty
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7. "Challenge Accepted"
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8. Portal
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9. Rocky Horror Picture Show
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10. Balloons and Streamers
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11. Typical College
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