University of New England Honors Parkman Natives
Honorary degrees were presented to twin brothers Vincent and Victor McKusick during UNE's May 10, 2008 Commencement. Among his many achievements, Vincent McKusick served as chief justice of the Maine Supreme Judicial Court, and Victor McKusick is the recipient of this country's highest science honor, the National Medal of Science, for his work in the field of genetics.
Excerpt from former governor McKernan's address: