Commencement 2024

Congratulations, Class of 2024!

Commencement marks the culmination of years of hard work, dedication, and perseverance. Each year, we honor Maine Maritime Academy graduates during the traditional spring Commencement ceremony and a December Graduates Reception.

With each event, it is our hope that graduates and their families take the opportunity to celebrate this incredible milestone. Our hope is to make it a special experience for you and your families, whether we are celebrating virtually or together.

We are proud of all you have achieved during your time at MMA.

Commencement Ceremony | May 4, 2024 | 11:30 a.m. (ET)

8:00 amGraduation BrunchHarold Alfond Student Center
9:00 amAcademic Awards CeremonyDelano Auditorium, Leavitt Hall
11:30 amCommencement CeremonyAlexander Field House
2:00 pmNROTC Commissioning CeremonyLeavitt Lawn (Rain location: Delano Auditorium)

The NROTC Commissioning Ceremony will be on the Leavitt Hall Lawn (rain location: Delano Auditorium) and livestreamed at 2:00 p.m.

Each students will be allocated up to 8 tickets.

Photography provided by Lifetouch Photography and will be available for purchase.

Congratulations seniors! Campus Dining Cordially Invites You to Class of 2024 Graduation Brunch.

Saturday, May 4th, 2024
8:00 AM -10:30 AM

GRADUATING SENIORS FREE
Guests: 14.00 / Person, $7 / Child Under 12, Free for Children Under 2


Carving Station
  • Pit Ham served with Pineapple Relish
  • Beef Brisket served with Horseradish Crema
Eggs Benedict Station

Served with Homemade Lemon Hollandaise

  • Canadian Bacon
  • Rice Paper Vegan Bacon
  • Grilled Eggplant
  • Capicola
  • Steamed Local Greens
  • Maine Crab Meat
Stuffed Maine Wild Blueberry French Toast

Served with Bourbon Apples and Maine Maple Syrup

Fruit Bar with Yogurt Parfaits
Bagel Bar
  • Whipped Butter
  • Whipped Homemade Flavored Cream Cheeses
  • Smoked Salmon
A la Carte
  • Scrambled Eggs
  • Bacon
  • Spicy House Chicken Sausage Patties
  • Maine Home Fries
  • Brown Sugar Scones
  • Assorted Danish and Breads
  • Homemade, Assorted Cupcakes
Beverage Station
  • Featuring Maine Carrabassett Coffee

RSVP: NOT REQUIRED

Let your neighbors know what your graduate has accomplished by displaying these posters and lawn signs. They can also be used to decorate for your virtual watch party during the event or as photo props. Use the hashtag #MMAGrad when you share photos on social media so we can celebrate with you!

We’ve prepared these art pieces for printing and display by family, friends, and members of the Class of 2024. The files are made available for general use, in celebration of MMA’s graduates and in conjunction with the Class of 2023 Commencement Ceremony on May 4, 2024. Each item has a white portion where the graduate’s name can be written in.

Commencement Posters

Castine

Castine Cottages
route 166, 33 Snapp’s Way
Castine, ME 04421
207-326-8003
CastineCottages@yahoo.com

Castine Inn
33 Main St
Castine, ME 04421
207-326-4365
CastineInn.com

House for Rent
Rozie Curran
www.castineonthewater.com

Pentagoet Inn
26 Maine St
Castine ME 04421
207-326-8616
pentagoet.com

Bucksport (approx. 15 miles)

Bucksport Inn
Bucksport, ME 04416
207-469-3111
www.bucksportinn.com

Fort Knox Inn
Bucksport, ME 04416
207-469-3113
www.fortknoxparkinn.com

Blue Hill (approx. 15 miles)

Barncastle
125 South Street
207-374-2330
www.barn-castle.com/

The Blue Hill Inn
40 Union Street
800-826-7415
www.bluehillinn.com

The Farmhouse Inn
578 Pleasant Street
207-374-5286
www.thefarmhouseinnmaine.com

Orland (approx. 15 miles)

Alamoosook Lakeside Inn
229 Soper Road
207-469-6393
alamoosooklakesideinn.com

Searsport (approx. 27 miles)

Captain Nickels Inn
127 E. Main Street
207-548-1104
www.captainnickelsinn.com

Homeport Inn & Tavern
121 E. Main Street
207-548-2259
www.homeporthistoricinn.com

Belfast (approx. 35 miles)

Belfast Harbor Inn
91 Searsport Avenue
207-338-2740
www.belfastharborinn.com

Fireside Inn & Suites
159 Searsport Ave.
207-338-2090
www.firesideinnbelfast.com

Ellsworth (approx. 35 miles)

Hampton Inn Ellsworth / Bar Harbor
6 Downeast Hwy
Ellsworth, ME 04605
207-667-2688

Comfort Inn Ellsworth – Bar Harbor
130 High Street
Ellsworth, ME 04605
207-667-1345

Ramada by Wyndham Ellsworth
215 High Street
Ellsworth, ME  04605
800-946-5338

Bangor (approx. 35 miles)

Four Points by Sheraton Bangor Airport
308 Godfrey Blvd.
Bangor, ME 04401
844-631-0595

Hampton Inn by Hilton Bangor
261 Haskell Rd
Bangor, ME 04401-4240
207-990-4400

Hilton Garden Inn Bangor
250 Haskell Rd
Bangor, ME 04401-4241
207-262-0099

This is for informational purposes only, and is accurate to the best of our knowledge.
MMA does not recommend one lodging facility over another.

Castine

The Breeze & Castine Variety
Corner of Main & Water St
207-326-9920
CastineCottages@yahoo.com

Danny Murphy’s Pub
5 Sea Street
207-326-1004

Pentagoet Inn
26 Main Street
207-326-8616

Bucksport (approx. 15 miles)

Bucksport House of Pizza
132 Main Street
(207) 469-7511

Glenn’s Place
214 US Route 1
207-702-9412

MacLeod’s Restaurant
63 Main Street
(207) 469-3963

Ming’s Garden
Main Street
207-469-5930

Warren’s Waterfront Restaurant
96 Main Street
207-469-1600

Blue Hill (approx. 15 miles)

Arborvine
33 Main Street
(207) 374-2119

Barncastle
125 South Street
(207) 374-2330

Blaze Blue Hill, ME
66 Main Street
(207) 374 7237

The Farmhouse Inn
578 Pleasant Street
(207) 374-5286

Fish Net
Main Street
(207) 374-5240

Marlintinis Grill Inc.
83 Mines Road
(207) 374-2500

Yanni’s Pizza
137 Ellsworth Road
(207) 374-9999

Siam Sky Thai and Sushi
8 Mill Street
(207) 374-7157

Searsport (approx. 27 miles)

Anglers Restaurant
215 E Main Street
(207) 548-2405

Homeport Inn & Tavern
121 E Main Street
(207) 548-2259

This is for informational purposes only, and is accurate to the best of our knowledge.
MMA does not recommend one restaurant over another.

Do we need tickets for Commencement?

Yes. Each graduate will be given eight paper tickets to distribute as they like. If students don’t have eight guests attending, they are welcome to share the tickets with friends. Children under 4, if sitting on a lap, do not need a ticket.

Can we order graduation announcements?

Yes. Graduation announcement packages are available at https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/packageBrowse/1067657/Maine-Maritime-Academy/Graduation-Announcements/colpga_1067657_24/CATALOG_COLLEGE/.

How long is Commencement?

Commencement exercises run approximately 1 hour, 45 minutes.

Will there be option for dining on Saturday?

Yes, the main dining hall will be open from 8:00 to 10:30 am serving brunch. Graduates eat for free and family members may pay at the door. There will also be a concession stand near the field house offering light snacks and beverages for purchase.

Are you offering a web stream of the event this year?

Yes, the web stream is accessible online at this URL: live.mainemaritime.edu

Will accessible parking be available near the Field House?

Yes, accessible parking is available at the Field House parking lot located adjacent to the football field. MMA personnel will be available to assist visitors with their parking needs and to provide assistance getting to the Field House.

Commencement Parking Map

Requests for disability-related access or accommodations for public events should be directed in advance of the event to MMA’s Accessibility Services at 207-326-2489 or accessibility@mma.edu.

Will there be an area available to take a photo during commencement?

Yes, an area to the front left of the stage will be roped off and designated for photos during the commencement ceremony. Please note that multiple families will want to take pictures during degree conferral. Enter the area just before your graduate is conferred and exit once your photo is taken to be mindful of others. Thanks in advance for your cooperation.

If you have additional questions, please contact Cindra Leeman at 207-326-2485.

If I cannot come to campus, how can I celebrate my graduate?

Photos will be available for purchase. If you would like a program mailed to you, please contact Cindra Leeman at 207-326-2485. Customizable lawn signs will be made available on this website for your use.

Will the MMA Bookstore be on on Saturday, May 4th?

The Bookstore will be open from 9:30 – 11:30 am.

To participate in Live Chat: Watch on YouTube

Questions or requests about disability-related access or accommodations for public events should be directed in advance of the event to MMA’s Accessibility Services at 207-326-2489 or accessibility@mma.edu.