When Twilight Shadows Deepen, the Alma Mater of
the University of Massachusetts
Commencement at UMass traditionally ends with the singing of the Alma Mater. Use this page to learn the song!
When twilight shadows deepen
and the study hour draws nigh,
When shades of night are falling
and the evening breezes sigh,
'Tis then we love to gather
'Neath the pale moon's sil'very spell.
And lift our hearts and voices,
in the songs we love so well.Chorus:
Sons of old Massachusetts,
Devoted daughters true:
Baystate, ol' Baystate,
We'll give our best to you.
Thee, our Alma Mater,
We'll cherish for all time.
Should auld acquaintance be forgot,
Massachusetts, yours and mine.– Fred D. Griggs ’13
