Eligibility
The Barley Ring is an alumni ring, and wearers must meet certain criteria for eligibility.
How to order
Past NSAC and »ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Faculty of Agriculture alumni are welcome to order a Barley Ring at any time.
Order online:
Visit the  website to place your order.
Order in-person
Visit the Alumni Engagement Office:
Cumming HallÂ
Suite 203, 62 Cumming Drive
Truro NS B2N 5E3
Graduating students are encouraged to order Barley Rings during Ring Days, an in-person ordering event offered twice per academic year.
- Ring Days dates are communicated in advance.Â
- If an order is placed during these scheduled times, delivery is guaranteed for Barley Party.Â
- Orders placed outside the Ring Days schedule may still be presented at Barley Party, depending on the timing.Â
Order by:
- December 16 - March 1Â | Delivery by May 1
- March 2 - May 1 | Delivery by July 1
- May 2 - July 1 Delivery by September 1
- July 2 - September 1 | Delivery by November 1
- September 2 - October 15 | Delivery by December 15
- October 16 - December 15 | Delivery by March 1
- Orders by graduating students | Barley Party in April
Barley Party
Each spring the alumni engagement office hosts the most anticipated event of the year for graduating students – Barley Party!Â
All graduating students are invited to this event to celebrate the end of classes and the beginning of your status as an alum of the Faculty of Agriculture. Students who ordered a Barley Ring during Ring Days are presented with their ring at this exciting event.Â
Honorary recipients
As part of Barley Party celebrations, an Honorary Barley Ring is presented each year. Honorary rings are awarded to individuals who do not meet the criteria to be eligible for a Barley Ring but who are extremely deserving of the honour.Â
These individuals are ambassadors and supporters of the institution who have made outstanding contributions to the Faculty of Agriculture community.
Honorary ring nominations can be made by:
Faculty of Agriculture Alumni Association Board of Directors
Faculty of Agriculture Senior LeadershipÂ
»ÆÉ«Ö±²¥ Agricultural Students’ Association.
Barley Boutique
Barley is a popular motif among alumni, students and employees of the Faculty of Agriculture. Looking for more? Check out additional barley offerings, along with other items including the iconic Faculty of Agriculture wool blanket, at the Barley Boutique.
