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Dear Colleagues,
As we near the close of 2025, I want to take a moment to recognize the extraordinary work you have done as a university community. We are navigating a truly transformational period for higher education, and through it all, you have continued to show resilience, creativity, and deep commitment to our students and to Maine.
Even amid the unprecedented pace of change in our sector and beyond, the University of Maine System continues to make a profound difference in the lives of our students and in the future of our state. Through your collective efforts, we have maintained our focus on expanded opportunities for students and made substantial strides in strengthening our programs, services, and partnerships.
These accomplishments are possible because of your commitment to the work we do together.
As a way of saying thank you, I am pleased to announce that your presidents and I have decided to observe Friday, December 26, 2025, as an administrative holiday, in addition to our observance of Christmas Day on Thursday, December 25, 2025. System HR leaders will soon share additional information about how to record your time.
I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to those who will be working during the holiday period, including those supporting essential services and those who continue to care for our students on campus. Your dedication is invaluable, and we are deeply grateful for your service.
I hope this holiday season brings you peace and time to reflect on the incredible impact you have had throughout the year. I look forward to all that we will continue to accomplish together in 2026.
Thank you.
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