How Did the Mortar Board Become a Graduation Tradition
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Why do graduates wear square hats? This episode of History of Simple Things was inspired by our viewer @LFish-l8s—thanks for the great suggestion! Join us as we explore the surprising history of the mortar board, from medieval universities to modern graduation ceremonies. Discover why it's called a mortar board, how it became a symbol of academic achievement, and why traditions like moving the tassel continue today. Timestamps: 00:03 Introduction 00:59 The Medieval Origins of Academic Dress 01:47 From the Biretta to the Square Cap 02:37 Why It's Called a Mortar Board 03:15 The Meaning Behind the Square Shape 04:00 Graduation Traditions Spread Worldwide 04:46 The 1895 Academic Dress Standard 05:33 Why Graduates Move the Tassel 06:18 Different Graduation Caps Around the World 07:00 Why the Mortar Board Endures #HistoryOfSimpleThings #MortarBoard #GraduationCap #GraduationHistory #AcademicTraditions
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