Formal printed invitations are available for graduates in the Student Affairs Office, and each student will receive eight formal invitations to send out to family and friends. Guests do not need any ticket or invitation in hand to attend the ceremony. We are very pleased to announce that Maine Congressman, Tom Allen, will be our Commencement speaker this year. Tom has emerged as a national leader in developing legislation to reduce the price of prescription drugs for older Americans, clean up pollution from aging power plants and reform campaign finance laws.
Commencement is a very special time for graduates and families and friends alike.
We would like to respect the privilege of each participant to experience his or her graduation without distraction. To that end, we would ask that graduates and guests refrain from any disruptive activities, including bringing alcohol, and request that cell phones and beepers be turned off during the Commencement ceremony. Following Commencement we hope that you'll enjoy time with your family either in the Portland area or wherever you travel.