UMaine Graduation Parking and Traffic
Contact: Joe Carr at (207) 581-3571
ORONO — More than 2,000 people will graduate from the University of Maine on Saturday May 13, making the Class of 2006 the largest in UMaine’s history. Two separate commencement ceremonies are scheduled for Harold Alfond Sports Arena, one at 10:30 a.m. and one at 2:30 p.m. It is expected that a total of more than 11,000 family members and friends will attend the ceremonies.
Significant traffic delays may be expected as motorists approach the university on Saturday, particularly at Interstate 95 exits 191 and 193 northbound. Drivers are encouraged to allow ample time, and to plan to arrive early. UMaine officials suggest that motorists approach campus from Old Town, if possible.
Shuttle buses will run continuously from the Steam Plant Parking lot, the MCA Parking Lot, the Belgrade Parking Lot and the Orchard Parking lot to Alfond Arena, both before and after the ceremony.
Backpacks, large tote bags and strollers are not permitted in Alfond Arena.
In the event that Alfond Arena becomes full to capacity, overflow seating will be available in UMaine’s Donald P. Corbett Business Building, where the event will be broadcast. Both ceremonies will be on the Web at www.umaine.edu, via videostreaming technology.
Former North Carolina senator and vice presidential candidate John Edwards will be UMaine’s commencement speaker.