Sunday, May 8, 2022 Class of 2020 and Class of 2021 Commencement Celebration President Ferrini-Mundy: Each year, the University of Maine Alumni Association names the University of Maine Distinguished Maine Professor in recognition of a faculty member who exemplifies the highest qualities of teaching, research and public service. The 2021 Distinguished Maine Professor is Hemant read more Hemant Pendse, Distinguished Maine Professor’s commencement speech to the Class of 2020 and 2021