UMF graduates

FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington proudly celebrated the Class of 2023 on May 6 at a gala Commencement ceremony. More than 300 of the 347 bachelor’s and master’s graduates marched to the lilt of bagpipes as they prepared to turn their tassels and cap off their academic accomplishments. UMF President Joseph McDonnell, UMF faculty, staff, administrators, dignitaries, families and friends gave them a rousing welcome.

Local graduates are Gavyn Moreshead of Dover-Foxcroft, who was presented with a B.A. in visual arts, Magna Cum Laude, and Courtney Richardson of Sangerville, with an M.S. in early childhood.