Luke is interested in the universe and its secrets. He is fascinated by the stars, the universe, and the laws of nature. One night, he sneaks into the Albert Einstein Museum where he meets ALBYX3, a small, clever but rather quirky robot who knows all about Albert Einstein and his theories. ALBY takes Luke on a […]
Taylor Swift is one of the biggest pop stars on the planet. With over 200 million records sold, a shelf full of Grammys, and an army of fans, Taylor Swift is an inspiration for generations. Enchanted: A Taylor Swift Musical Journey is a collection of her biggest hits set to stunning full dome imagery. “Blank Space”, “Love […]
The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting May 15th through September 5th, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Gerri Rachins: Selected Works on Paper, 2008 – 2025; Helter Skelter Paradise: Sam Cady; Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World; Under the Big Top: Works from the Collection, Featuring Alexander Nolan; and Society & Power: […]
Tour the Library New to campus or want a refresher? Meet with a librarian for a guided tour of Fogler Library. You’ll discover what the space offers and get to know our staff. 📍 Meet outside Library Classroom 2 All students, faculty, and staff are welcome. Bring your questions!
Tour the Library New to campus or want a refresher? Meet with a librarian for a guided tour of Fogler Library. You’ll discover what the space offers and get to know our staff. 📍 Meet outside Library Classroom 2 All students, faculty, and staff are welcome. Bring your questions!
This two-day program, presented in partnership with New Hope Midcoast, is designed for social workers, substance abuse counselors and other mental health professionals, as well as clergy, police officers and first responders to become certified in intimate partner violence training. The following topics will be covered during the 12-contact hours of the program: foundations of […]
The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting May 15th through September 5th, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Gerri Rachins: Selected Works on Paper, 2008 – 2025; Helter Skelter Paradise: Sam Cady; Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World; Under the Big Top: Works from the Collection, Featuring Alexander Nolan; and Society & Power: […]
Tour the Library New to campus or want a refresher? Meet with a librarian for a guided tour of Fogler Library. You’ll discover what the space offers and get to know our staff. 📍 Meet outside Library Classroom 2 All students, faculty, and staff are welcome. Bring your questions!
This two-day program, presented in partnership with New Hope Midcoast, is designed for social workers, substance abuse counselors and other mental health professionals, as well as clergy, police officers and first responders to become certified in intimate partner violence training. The following topics will be covered during the 12-contact hours of the program: foundations of […]
The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting May 15th through September 5th, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Gerri Rachins: Selected Works on Paper, 2008 – 2025; Helter Skelter Paradise: Sam Cady; Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World; Under the Big Top: Works from the Collection, Featuring Alexander Nolan; and Society & Power: […]
Melissa Simon, a candidate for the Master of Science in Ecology and Environmental Sciences, will be defending her thesis titled, “AVIAN INFLUENZA VIRUS PREVALENCE, RISK FACTORS, AND MICROBIOME INTERACTIONS IN MAINE WATERFOWL.” For zoom link and password, please contact the student at: melissa.simon@maine.edu
The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting May 15th through September 5th, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Gerri Rachins: Selected Works on Paper, 2008 – 2025; Helter Skelter Paradise: Sam Cady; Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World; Under the Big Top: Works from the Collection, Featuring Alexander Nolan; and Society & Power: […]
Earth is a planet shaped by life. From the forests that help stabilize our climate, to the winds carrying life-sustaining water and oxygen to far-flung parts of the globe, the fingerprints of life are visible even from many light years away. Journey through space and time to examine life as an essential quality of our […]
The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting May 15th through September 5th, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Gerri Rachins: Selected Works on Paper, 2008 – 2025; Helter Skelter Paradise: Sam Cady; Thuan Vu: Kintsugi in the New World; Under the Big Top: Works from the Collection, Featuring Alexander Nolan; and Society & Power: […]
On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Edek, Mia’s eccentric uncle, tricks the girl into using the tool’s secret powers to change the world’s seasons. She quickly realizes the consequences of what they are going to do, but Edek doesn’t want to let the plan […]
The only thing better than exploring the Universe, is doing so with a collection of the most beautiful and cinematic Radiohead songs from their discography! Radiohead: Black Star will take you from the powerful Paranoid Android to the melancholic How to Disappear Completely with stunning visuals and immersive stories. Tickets are $11 for general admission. Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and […]
Perseus and Andromeda is a fun-filled story of the beautiful but unfortunate princess Andromeda, who in divine punishment for her mother’s bragging, is sacrificed to a sea monster—and rescued by the Greek hero Perseus. Brought to life by animated narrators Aesop the owl and Socrates the mouse as we follow Perseus on his quest to […]
We are excited to announce the return of our popular food preservation webinars this summer! The 2026 webinar series will cover preserving different seasonal foods in a live format with the ability to ask the experts all your questions. Interested in preserving all those great garden vegetables but short on time or energy? This interactive […]
Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test, and are relaxed and well-rested, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself, Smyth has helped […]
Participants will learn practical strategies for helping calm strong emotions in ourselves and others. Together, we’ll delve into verbal and somatic strategies to move away from brittle reactivity and into resilient responsiveness. You will leave this course with an understanding of how neuroscience and resonant language can help strengthen harmony and authentic connection. We will […]
Join us at Fogler library to learn how researchers can use a citation manager to organize their sources and cite them properly in a bibliography. Citation managers save you time and effort by organizing the articles, books, and other publications you find, and cite while you write in-text citations and bibliographies. The presentation will focus […]
Are you ready to take a dive? Sounds of the Ocean is an award-winning immersive experience that invites you and your family to the heart of the deep blue sea. In a society burdened with stress, this transformative project offers calm and rest. It is an invitation to forge a deep connection with the enchanting life […]
Are you ready to take a dive? Sounds of the Ocean is an award-winning immersive experience that invites you and your family to the heart of the deep blue sea. In a society burdened with stress, this transformative project offers calm and rest. It is an invitation to forge a deep connection with the enchanting life […]
The UMaine Extension Food Safety Webinar Series is a monthly, expert-led educational series focused on practical food safety, regulatory compliance, and product innovation across the food system. Sessions cover topics such as electronic record-keeping, workforce training, chemical safety, food adulteration prevention, seafood pathogen detection, audit readiness, product development, environmental air quality, and alternative protein innovations. […]
Having someone observe your class can make you feel vulnerable. But what we hear time and again is that this program is worth it. It’s not about being evaluated—it’s about connecting with colleagues, seeing new possibilities, and focusing on the aspects of teaching you care about most. You decide what you want feedback on and how you want […]
Earth is a planet shaped by life. From the forests that help stabilize our climate, to the winds carrying life-sustaining water and oxygen to far-flung parts of the globe, the fingerprints of life are visible even from many light years away. Journey through space and time to examine life as an essential quality of our […]
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will host its annual Rogers Farm Demonstration Garden Fest and Fun Run on Saturday, September 12, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m. at 914 Bennoch Road in Old Town. The event is free and open to the public, with a rain date of Sunday, September 13. Visitors can explore more than 30 […]
Are you ready to take a dive? Sounds of the Ocean is an award-winning immersive experience that invites you and your family to the heart of the deep blue sea. In a society burdened with stress, this transformative project offers calm and rest. It is an invitation to forge a deep connection with the enchanting life […]
Are you ready to take a dive? Sounds of the Ocean is an award-winning immersive experience that invites you and your family to the heart of the deep blue sea. In a society burdened with stress, this transformative project offers calm and rest. It is an invitation to forge a deep connection with the enchanting life […]
On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Edek, Mia’s eccentric uncle, tricks the girl into using the tool’s secret powers to change the world’s seasons. She quickly realizes the consequences of what they are going to do, but Edek doesn’t want to let the plan […]
The only thing better than exploring the Universe, is doing so with a collection of the most beautiful and cinematic Radiohead songs from their discography! Radiohead: Black Star will take you from the powerful Paranoid Android to the melancholic How to Disappear Completely with stunning visuals and immersive stories. Tickets are $11 for general admission. Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and […]
Click here to view the full 2026–27 Academic Year Calendar. Class information is based on full semester classes. MaineStreet provides information on non-standard dated classes. Summer University classes have variable start and end dates; Holidays: Memorial Day, Juneteenth & Independence Day Grading options (audit, graded or pass/fail) on classes may be changed through the add period of […]
SoTL Working Sessions Hours are Monthly on Tuesdays @ 12:30-1:30 starting September 15th in Fernald Hall Room 102. Join fellow SoTL colleagues for dedicated time to advance your scholarship. Any level of SoTL experience is welcome. Sessions are structured to give you independent work time on your own project, plus a short window for dialogue with peers. […]
Are you curious about what research math professors work on? Are you a student who is looking for ideas for a thesis or a capstone project? Please join us for a series of short talks from math faculty, highlighting the types of questions that they think about in their research. The talks will be aimed […]
Participants will learn practical strategies for helping calm strong emotions in ourselves and others. Together, we’ll delve into verbal and somatic strategies to move away from brittle reactivity and into resilient responsiveness. You will leave this course with an understanding of how neuroscience and resonant language can help strengthen harmony and authentic connection. We will […]
This workshop is designed for incoming Honors students to bridge the gap between their previous academic experience and the demands of university. The session will explore the differences in expectations, workload, and necessary study habits. Students will be encouraged to develop a growth mindset and embrace intellectual curiosity. This session is open to all students […]
“Stop Calling America An Experiment” America, like a 7th-grade science project, is an experiment. Right? Wrong! This image of America as an experiment crowds out recognition of the many ways the American Founding and its creation of a republican form of government were the antithesis of experimentation, grounding its political and moral principles instead in […]
Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test, and are relaxed and well-rested, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself, Smyth has helped […]
Libra Lecture Series, University of Maine Mathematics Prof. Eknath Ghate, Visiting Libra Professor, University of Maine and TIFR Mumbai India Title : Reductions of semi-stable representations using the Iwahori mod p LLC. Lecture 1: Friday, September 18 at 3pm in 208 Neville Hall Abstract: Semi-stable p-adic representations arise in nature when one takes the local […]
Earth is a planet shaped by life. From the forests that help stabilize our climate, to the winds carrying life-sustaining water and oxygen to far-flung parts of the globe, the fingerprints of life are visible even from many light years away. Journey through space and time to examine life as an essential quality of our […]
“Meditations on Perihelion” is an immersive experience featuring full-dome video, music, and live performance by Tom Luther. The work is presented in 7 movements that explore the different possibilities of connections between science and art. It explores the world of science through the world of art by immersing the viewer in 3d visuals and sound. […]
On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Edek, Mia’s eccentric uncle, tricks the girl into using the tool’s secret powers to change the world’s seasons. She quickly realizes the consequences of what they are going to do, but Edek doesn’t want to let the plan […]
The only thing better than exploring the Universe, is doing so with a collection of the most beautiful and cinematic Radiohead songs from their discography! Radiohead: Black Star will take you from the powerful Paranoid Android to the melancholic How to Disappear Completely with stunning visuals and immersive stories. Tickets are $11 for general admission. Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and […]
University of Maine researchers and Maine Sea Grant partners will present findings and prototypes developed with support from a NOAA National Sea Grant Marine Debris Challenge Grant. Guest speakers will be invited to share alternative products, reusable food packaging systems, and case studies in developing alternatives to single-use plastic using biodegradable materials from forests, oceans, […]
University of Maine President Joan Ferrini-Mundy will offer her candid thoughts about contemporary issues in education with a particular focus on math education in the latest talk in the Project TIDES seminar series. Ferrini-Mundy will also offer her reflections on the role that land-grant institutions like UMaine can play in supporting PreK-12 leaning environments. Project […]
University of Maine researchers and Maine Sea Grant partners will present findings and prototypes developed with support from a NOAA National Sea Grant Marine Debris Challenge Grant. Guest speakers will be invited to share alternative products, reusable food packaging systems, and case studies in developing alternatives to single-use plastic using biodegradable materials from forests, oceans, […]
This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict, reflecting on the nature of conflict, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. […]
This 8-hour ServSafe® Course from 9:00am – 5:00pm helps prepare you for the ServSafe® Food Protection Manager Certification exam. The course covers these topics: The Importance of Food Safety Good Personal Hygiene Time and Temperature Control Preventing Cross-Contamination Cleaning and Sanitizing Safe Food Preparation Receiving and Storing Food Methods of Thawing, Cooking, Cooling, and Reheating […]
This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict, reflecting on the nature of conflict, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. […]
Math Colloquium: September 23, 2016 3:00-4:05pm in Hill Auditorium, Barrows Hall Refreshments at 3pm, Talk at 3:15pm Speaker: Prof. Eknath Ghate Title: Zig-zag holds for Galois representations Abstract: Describing the shape of the reduction of local Galois representations attached to cusp forms, at primes away from the level — or more generally, the reduction of […]
This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict, reflecting on the nature of conflict, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. […]
How can diverse communities come together to create meaningful change? This presentation, co-sponsored by Faith Linking in Action (FLIA) introduces the principles and practices of broad-based community organizing, exploring how congregations, community organizations, and other local groups can build relationships across differences, identify shared concerns, and develop the collective power to take effective action on […]
Many organizations and community groups rely on volunteers for a variety of food events such as fundraising, fellowships, food pantries or other service to the community. But cooking for a crowd is tricky! How do you store all that food? When is the food completely cooked? How long can you leave food on the buffet […]
Maine Historical Society (MHS) has exciting plans to engage Mainers across the state as key participants in the celebration of America’s 250th birthday, including conversations about the shared values that connect and give us strength as Mainers and Americans. MHS’s Revolutionary Maine: America at 250 is a year- long, collaborative initiative that will impact hundreds […]
Having someone observe your class can make you feel vulnerable. But what we hear time and again is that this program is worth it. It’s not about being evaluated—it’s about connecting with colleagues, seeing new possibilities, and focusing on the aspects of teaching you care about most. You decide what you want feedback on and how you want […]
Maine Historical Society (MHS) has exciting plans to engage Mainers across the state as key participants in the celebration of America’s 250th birthday, including conversations about the shared values that connect and give us strength as Mainers and Americans. MHS’s Revolutionary Maine: America at 250 is a year- long, collaborative initiative that will impact hundreds […]
Supreme Court Justice “RBG” welcomes a friend of the family to her cozy chambers to convey, over the course of ninety fascinating and often funny minutes, a sense of her life and its many trials: losing her mother the day before she graduated as valedictorian of her Brooklyn high school … being one of only […]
The School of Performing Arts Division of Music kicks off every semester with Cadenzato, a music recital featuring performances by some of the best and brightest instrumentalists on the SPA faculty. This fall’s entry is scheduled for September 26 at 7:30 PM in Minsky Recital Hall. This concert is free and open to the public.
On vacation at her grandpa’s, a little girl Mia accidentally discovers a mysterious piece of astronomical machinery. Edek, Mia’s eccentric uncle, tricks the girl into using the tool’s secret powers to change the world’s seasons. She quickly realizes the consequences of what they are going to do, but Edek doesn’t want to let the plan […]
Ivalas Quartet with Pianist Ying Li – With a mission to enrich the classical music world by spotlighting past and present BIPOC composers alongside the standard repertory, the Ivalas Quartet teams up with Chinese piano virtuoso Ying Li for a concert in Minsky Recital Hall to open the 2026-27 Chamber Music season. $48, Students at […]
The only thing better than exploring the Universe, is doing so with a collection of the most beautiful and cinematic Radiohead songs from their discography! Radiohead: Black Star will take you from the powerful Paranoid Android to the melancholic How to Disappear Completely with stunning visuals and immersive stories. Tickets are $11 for general admission. Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and […]
Many students experience difficulty with math and benefit from targeted math intervention. In the latest talk in the Project TIDES seminar series, Sarah R. Powell from the University of Texas will focus on math trajectories for students and five research-validated practices that are essential for the design and delivery of math intervention. Project TIDES (Teaching and […]
The History Department Symposium Series presents “Creole at Sea: Race and Belonging in the Age of Revolution.” The talk will be delivered by Nathan Elliott Marvin, associate professor of history, University of Arkansas at Little Rock. The talk is scheduled for September 28 at 3:00 PM. Born in French-Colonial Mauritius at the end of the […]
Catherine Cyr has wide experience in history-based museums in Maine from the Pejepscot History Center in Brunswick to the Franco-American Collection at USM, the Deer Isle Granite Museum, and the Maine Maritime Museum. She holds degrees from Bowdoin College and the Winterthur Program in American Material Culture at the University of Delaware. Her illustrated lecture […]
Quiet, protected co-working time to make progress on your class prep. Need uninterrupted time to finish course prep, draft rubrics, or get through grading? Teaching Focus Hours offers a dedicated, distraction-free space to turn intention into finished work—right alongside your colleagues. This is a high-focus, low-distraction work session modeled after writing accountability groups. We spend […]
How do images, objects, and landscapes help us remember – and what might they retain or remember in their own right? How do material remains shape our understanding of people, places, and past experiences, even as they carry traces and transformations that exceed what is recalled or recorded? Join us as we consider the many […]
These 30 minute overview sessions will cover what is needed to meet Title II requirements by format followed by a 30 minute Q&A/work session on your course content. CITL staff will be available to provide guidance or connect you to additional resources. Sometimes it just helps not working alone. Wednesday, September 30th at 12:00pm. Virtual […]
Participants will learn practical strategies for helping calm strong emotions in ourselves and others. Together, we’ll delve into verbal and somatic strategies to move away from brittle reactivity and into resilient responsiveness. You will leave this course with an understanding of how neuroscience and resonant language can help strengthen harmony and authentic connection. We will […]
This year’s conference, Nourish to Flourish: Cultivating Healthy Communities for Today and the Future, will explore efforts that nourish and sustain people and communities. Grounded in the foundations of health, Nourish to Flourish returns to the basics of public health by centering essential needs like food systems, safety, housing, healthcare, clean air and water, and […]
Dr. Mary Smyth’s SAT Boot Camp has been used successfully to prepare students to take the SAT for many years. Students practice taking short sections of the test, and are relaxed and well-rested, so they are able to absorb the lessons and practice at their best. Using lessons that she writes herself, Smyth has helped […]
Lord Hall Gallery will host a free Gallery Talk with art critic, poet, and writer Carl Little and artist James Linehan (Senior Alumni Weekend) in conjunction with the exhibition “A Sense of Wonder: The Maine Landscapes of Vincent Hartgen, Michael Lewis, and James Linehan.” This exhibition celebrates the legacy of three emeritus professors in Painting: […]
On a cosmic scale, time ceases to be a single, universal measure. TIME is an immersive journey through the nature of time – from daily rhythms of nature to its role in the structure of the Universe. It follows humanity’s attempts to measure time and explores modern physics, where relativity, entropy, and spacetime challenge our […]
To help tackle the regional nursing shortages, the University of Maine at Machias is launching a fundraising campaign to expand nursing pathway opportunities for students who attend UMM. This tournament will support students completing foundational coursework in Machias while progressing towards their nursing educational goals. Costs: $180 ($60 per player) includes greens fees & shared […]
Fermentation Friday brings to you our first ever Fermentation Expo! Come and experience food systems, storytelling, microbial science, and creative crafts like “wearing your ferments” by dyeing fabric with vegetables. Student leaders will offer hands-on fermentation tutorials, host a SCOBY Petting Zoo, and set up microscopes to view active cultures up close. Community members are […]
Gazing upward with the unaided eye, the sky appears calm and tranquil. The universe, however, is an active place, where dynamic events can be observed unfolding — even on human timescales — including newly discovered asteroids, violent stellar explosions, and colliding black holes. Explore the intriguing new discoveries made by an array of specialized telescopes […]