Hi
user
Hello! How can I help you today?
assistant
I'm going to graduate soon and I was wondering, what's the significance of wearing a cap and gown during the ceremony?
user
The cap and gown are traditional attire worn by graduates to signify their academic achievement and to show respect for the institution. The cap, also known as a mortarboard, represents the knowledge and wisdom gained during their studies.
assistant
That's interesting. What's the history behind the different colors of the gowns?
user
The colors of the gowns typically represent the field of study or the institution's colors. For example, arts and humanities graduates often wear black gowns, while science graduates wear blue or green gowns.
assistant
I see. So, my gown will probably be blue since I'm a science major.
user
That's correct! You'll likely wear a blue gown to represent your field of study. Congratulations on your upcoming graduation!
assistant