Application Areas of the Notre Dame of Maryland University Lapel Pin
1. Commencement & Graduation Ceremonies
Distributed to undergraduate and graduate students during commencement ceremonies as a commemorative keepsake marking their academic achievement and transition from student to alumni.
Presented at school-specific graduation receptions, honors convocations, and diploma distribution events as a tangible symbol of degree completion.
2. Alumni Reunions & Homecoming Events
Distributed to alumni returning to campus for reunion weekends (5th, 10th, 25th, 50th reunions), Homecoming celebrations, and class gatherings as a commemorative keepsake of their visit.
Worn by alumni during campus tours, class photos, and reunion dinners to visibly demonstrate NDMU affiliation and pride.
3. New Student Orientation & Welcome Week
Distributed to incoming first-year students, transfer students, and international students during new student orientation, Welcome Week activities, and convocation ceremonies.
Presented during “Gator Welcome” events, campus tours, and student involvement fairs to build early affiliation with the NDMU community.
4. University Bookstores & Campus Retail
Sold at the NDMU campus bookstore, online spirit shop, and university merchandise kiosks as an affordable keepsake, graduation gift, or addition to alumni memorabilia collections.
Purchased by students, alumni, faculty, staff, parents, and visitors seeking university-branded accessories.
5. Alumni Relations & Annual Giving Campaigns
Distributed by the Alumni Relations office and Development team as a thank-you gift for annual fund donors, alumni association members, and leadership giving society inductees.
Procured in bulk for inclusion in alumni direct mail appeals, giving day incentives, and donor appreciation mailings.
6. Faculty & Staff Recognition Events
Presented to faculty and staff during employee appreciation events, service award ceremonies, and retirement celebrations as a symbol of their professional affiliation with NDMU.
Worn by faculty during commencement ceremonies, academic processions, and professional conferences to identify NDMU representation.