Professional Academic Regalia & Ceremonial Gown Cleaning
Citywide Cleaners provides specialized cleaning for academic regalia, faculty robes, and ceremonial gowns for universities, colleges, and schools throughout Eastern Iowa. With 97+ years of textile care expertise, we ensure your academic community presents a dignified appearance at graduation ceremonies, convocations, and formal academic events.
Complete Academic Regalia Services
Faculty & Administrative Robes
- Doctoral Robes: Professional care for velvet-trimmed PhD gowns
- Master’s Robes: Cleaning of master’s degree regalia
- Bachelor’s Robes: Student graduation gown processing
- Hoods & Stoles: Gentle care for academic hood linings and specialty stoles
- Caps & Tams: Cleaning of mortarboards and doctoral tams
- University Mace Covers: Ceremonial regalia accessories
Ceremonial & Honorary Robes
- Presidential Robes: University president and chancellor ceremonial regalia
- Board of Trustees Robes: Governing board formal attire
- Honorary Degree Robes: Special regalia for honorary doctorate recipients
- Faculty Senate Attire: Academic governance ceremonial wear
Religious & Choir Robes
- Clergy Robes: Professional cleaning for religious leaders at university ceremonies
- University Choir Robes: Concert and ceremonial choir attire
- Chapel Vestments: Religious ceremony garments
Why Universities & Schools Choose Citywide Cleaners
Institutional Experience
We’ve served Eastern Iowa’s educational institutions for nearly a century, understanding the unique requirements of academic regalia:
- Velvet panel preservation on doctoral robes
- Hood lining color maintenance (university identification)
- Proper pressing to maintain ceremonial drape
- Protection of gold braid, piping, and rank insignia
Large-Volume Processing
Our Cedar Rapids facility handles substantial institutional loads:
- Complete Faculty Wardrobes: 50-200+ robes for large graduations
- Multiple Ceremonies: Processing for spring, fall, and winter commencements
- Departmental Inventories: College and department-specific regalia collections
Service Options for Educational Institutions
Academic Calendar Scheduling
We align our service with your ceremonial calendar:
- Pre-Commencement Cleaning: Preparation for May and December graduations
- Post-Ceremony Processing: Cleaning after commencement for storage
- Mid-Year Events: Convocation, honors ceremonies, and special academic events
- Summer Storage Prep: Deep cleaning before long-term storage
Pickup & Delivery
Pickup and delivery to educational institutions:
- University of Iowa – Iowa City campus
- Coe College and Mount Mercy University – Cedar Rapids
- Kirkwood Community College – Cedar Rapids and Iowa City
- High schools throughout Eastern Iowa
- Private and parochial schools in the region
Institutional Pricing & Billing
Educational Institution Rates
Special pricing for academic institutions:
- Volume Discounts: Reduced per-piece rates for large orders
- Annual Contracts: Discounted pricing for multi-year agreements
- PO Processing: University and school district purchase order acceptance
- Departmental Billing: Individual college or department invoicing
- Grant Compatibility: Documentation for grant-funded ceremonial programs
Specialty Fabric Care for Academic Regalia
Velvet & Silk Panel Preservation
Academic regalia features challenging materials that require expert care:
- Velvet Trim: Doctoral robe velvet panels and facings without crushing or shine
- Silk Hood Linings: Preservation of university colors and lining integrity
- Satin Facings: Cleaning of master’s robe satin trim
- Gold Braid: Protection of metallic trim and piping
Storage & Mothproofing
Proper cleaning before storage prevents fabric deterioration:
- Removal of body oils and perspiration
- Elimination of food and beverage residues from receptions
- Moth and pest prevention through thorough cleaning
- Professional pressing to minimize storage wrinkles
Graduation Rental Inventory Support
Student Rental Processing
For institutions that rent graduation gowns to students:
- Post-Ceremony Mass Processing: Cleaning 500+ student robes after commencement
- Size-Specific Tracking: Organized processing for inventory management
- Damage Assessment: Reporting for cap and gown replacement needs
- Pre-Rental Preparation: Cleaning and inspection before next ceremony
Ceremonial Event Support
Beyond Commencement
We support various academic ceremonies:
- Honors Convocations: Mid-year academic honors ceremonies
- Faculty Investiture: New faculty induction ceremonies
- Presidential Inaugurations: University leadership transition ceremonies
- Founder’s Day: Annual university celebration formal events
- Academic Processions: Charter day and historical commemorations
Quality & Certification
Certified Sanitone Master Dry Cleaner
As the only Certified Sanitone Master Dry Cleaner in the Cedar Rapids/Iowa City metro area, we provide superior cleaning that extends the lifespan of expensive academic regalia—maximizing institutional investment in ceremonial attire.
97 Years of Institutional Trust
Nearly a century of service to Eastern Iowa’s educational community has given us unmatched expertise in academic textile care and ceremonial garment standards.
Environmental Responsibility
Ozone Deodorizing Technology
Our environmentally responsible ozone deodorizing system reduces chemical usage while delivering superior results—important for universities with sustainability commitments and LEED-certified campuses.
Serving Eastern Iowa’s Academic Community
Citywide Cleaners is proud to serve Eastern Iowa’s universities, colleges, and schools. Our expertise, capacity, and understanding of academic ceremonial standards make us the preferred partner for institutional regalia care.
Establish Institutional Service
Call: 319-364-6131 to discuss your institution’s regalia needs
Email: Request institutional pricing at mycitywidecleaners.com
Visit: 1960 51st St NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Hours: Monday-Friday 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM, Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Contact us to establish a service agreement tailored to your academic calendar and ceremonial needs.
