FORT KENT — More than 50 awards and scholarships were presented to deserving University of Maine at Fort Kent students at the senior class banquet and awards convocation on May 6.

The annual event, held the evening prior to commencement, is designed to honor graduating students for outstanding achievement throughout their years at the University and to award underclassmen who are continuing their education at UMFK, with financial assistance in recognition of their hard work and campus involvement.

Anthony Michael Drouin of Turner was awarded the performing arts award, which is given to a student who has made major contributions and outstanding achievements in university theater and musical productions.

Peter Stirling Gagne of Winthrop was presented the Thomas S. Pinkham Memorial Scholarship.