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Saturday, May 10
10:00 am and 2:30 pm
Harold Alfond Sports Arena

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Morning Ceremony 10:00 am

Morning degree candidates will assemble at 9:30 am in the Field House.

• College of Business, Public Policy and Health
• College of Liberal Arts and Sciences
• Division of Lifelong Learning

Afternoon Ceremony 2:30 pm

Afternoon degree candidates will assemble at 2:00 pm in the Field House.

• College of Education and Human Development
• College of Engineering including the School of Engineering Technology
• College of Natural Sciences, Forestry and Agriculture

Each ceremony will last approximately 1 1/2 to 2 hours. For safety reasons guests should be seated during the ceremony and remain seated until the stage party and faculty have left the arena. Students do not march out of the arena.

Note: Graduate Students will attend with their respective college.

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Alcohol
Maine laws and university regulations and policies prohibit the use of alcohol at Commencement exercises. This policy will be strictly enforced.

Backpacks and Strollers

Backpacks, large tote bags, and strollers are not permitted in the Alfond Arena. Your cooperation is appreciated.

 



 

    2008 Commencement Ceremony

The University of Maine, Orono, Maine 04469
207-581-1110
A Member of the University of Maine System