Volunteers needed for UMaine Commencement ceremonies

The University of Maine will hold its 217th Commencement on May 11.

Commencement is the largest single event held by UMaine all year, hosting nearly 10,000 guests.  

Volunteers are sought to assist with the ceremonies. A volunteer training session will be held at 1 p.m. May 7 at Alfond Arena.

Those interested in volunteering should complete the electronic submission form. More information, including detailed volunteer position descriptions and frequently asked questions, are online.

Volunteers can help out at one or both of the ceremonies.

Hourly employees must receive their supervisor’s permission to be paid comp time, overtime or given rescheduled time for time worked on May 11.