The graduating class of 2011

The card for today is for a graduation. I like to try and use the school colors when I can to make it more personal. This card is for a graduate of NCCU (North Carolina Central  University).  Their colors are maroon and gray. Can anyone tell me what the difference is between maroon and Burgundy? I  am thinking they are in the same color family but one is a little darker. This card is for a man so I hope the ribbon doesn't make it seem to girly. I thought it would look more formal with the ribbon but I could be wrong. I used the Fancy tags two and three from nestabilities,the 5x7 holly ribbons folder by cuttlebug and card stock is bazzill.