University of Georgia rat cap collection, 1920-1962

Summary

Creator:

University of Georgia

Date:

1920-1962

Extent:

2 Linear Feet (1 oversize box)

Language:

English

Preferred citation:

University of Georgia rat cap collection, UA16-018, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.

Background

Scope and content:

The collection consists of seven rat caps previously owned by UGA alumni.

Biographical / historical:

Rat caps are an old University of Georgia tradition dating back at least to the 1920s. Beginning at registration, freshmen were required to wear red and black caps with a "G" (for Georgia) or an "F" (for freshman). The hazing ritual at this time demanded that freshman always where their rat cap or they would get their head shaved. The caps could be removed if Georgia beat Georgia Tech in football. However, if not, they were to be worn until the winter break.

Indexed terms

Subjects:

College students -- Georgia -- Athens.
Textiles.
Hats.

Names:

University of Georgia
University of Georgia. Students

Preferred citation:

University of Georgia rat cap collection, UA16-018, Hargrett Rare Book and Manuscript Library, The University of Georgia Libraries.