Graduation Gown Donation Program
Re-Gown It!
Introducing Re-Gown It! — WWU's Graduation Gown Donation Program, designed to help make graduation more affordable and sustainable by giving gowns a new life cycle and reducing single-use waste on campus.
Cap & Gown Donation Information
After you graduate and capture all your memorable cap and gown photos, consider extending its journey by donating it to future graduates. Here’s how you can make a difference:
After the ceremony in Carver Gym, drop off your gown at the designated donation boxes located around Red Square, Viking Union and in front of the Wade King Rec Center. Just look for the large white boxes marked with a bright green flyer.
Drop your cap and/or gown off at the Career Services Center in Old Main 280 (Monday-Friday, 9-4pm)
Ship your cap and/gown to:
Career Services Center
Western Washington University
Old Main 280, MS 9002
516 High Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
Cap & Gown Pickup Information
Donated caps and gowns in various sizes are available for pick-up at the Career Services Center. Students are welcome to visit Old Main 280 Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (excluding holidays) until commencement to browse the free selection—no appointment necessary!
Inventory of caps and gowns is limited and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. We’re looking to partner with more departments and clubs to expand promotion of this resources, as well as drop-off and pick-up locations, so check back for updates!
Your gown will come with a brief guide on how to keep it looking fresh and ready for graduation!
Frequently Asked Questions
Please see the Cap & Gown Donation Information above. Also, some departments have gowns that they lend to students, so we recommend checking with your department to see whether they have a gown you can use.
Please see the Cap & Gown Pickup Information above. Also, some departments have gowns that they lend to students, so we recommend checking with your department to see whether they have a gown you can use.
Yes! We accept gowns that are up to 5 years old.
Your donated gown will be lent out to future graduating students at WWU!