UMaine-Farmington graduates

FARMINGTON — The lilt of bagpipes filled the air at the University of Maine at Farmington Saturday, May 9, as it celebrated the Class of 2026. More than 280 of the 324 graduates, including 252 bachelor’s and 72 master’s graduates, marched in the festive ceremony to the enthusiastic cheers of loving families and friends, dedicated faculty, staff and dignitaries.

Local graduates are Dexter: Amber Peak, B.A., professional studies;

Dover Foxcroft: Mylana Shaw, M.S.Ed., special education; and Theresa Makowski, B.A., professional studies, Summa Cum Laude; and  

Guilford: Elizabeth Kendall, B.S., elementary education, Summa Cum Laude.