University Commencement

51°µÍø Commencement 2026

The 191st University Commencement Ceremony for the University of New England was held on Saturday, May 16, 2026, at 10 a.m. at the , Portland, Maine. This ceremony included all undergraduate and graduate students with full pomp and circumstance and officially conferred the degrees of the Class of 2026.

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Speaker
Daniel P. McCormack, MBA, CEO of Spectrum Healthcare Partners
Venue
University Commencement is held at the Cross Insurance Arena
College Graduation Ceremonies
College Graduation Ceremonies will be held on May 15
Honorary Degrees
2026 Honorary Degree Recipient Daniel P. McCormack, MBA
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Watch highlights from the 2026 Ceremony

On May 16, 51°µÍø awarded nearly 1,400 bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees during its Commencement ceremony at the Cross Insurance Arena in Portland. Watch the highlights of this special day, including proud graduates and addresses from University President James Herbert.

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Download the 2026 University Commencement Ceremony Program (PDF)