Traditions and Honors
Class Banners
The University of Montana class banners were created from 1898-1970 and then again from 1993 to the present. Traditionally, the banners were designed and made by a member or group of students from the graduating class. Visit the archives website for a full gallery of photos.
![Class Banners from 2018 Ceremony](Pictures/Class-Banners-Square.jpg)
Head Marshal and Mace
The chair of the Faculty Senate serves as the Head Marshal of the Commencement Ceremonies and carries the UM Mace during the processional and recessional.
![Head Marshal holding Mace](Pictures/Mace-and-Head-Marshal-Square.jpg)
President's Medallion
The President's Medallion has the UM seal engraved on it and is passed on from President to President. The President wears it during formal ceremonies such as Commencement.
![President Bodnar in Academic Regalia and Presidential Medallion](Pictures/Medallion-Square.jpg)
Honorary Doctorates
The honorary doctorate is the highest honor the University of Montana can bestow upon an individual. Visit the Office of the Provost's website for a full list of past recipients.
![JK Simmons at UM Commencement](Pictures/JK-Simmons-Square.jpg)