Take a fun and lighthearted look at the myths and stories associated with the constellation Orion, the great hunter of the winter sky. Orion comes to life in a fun-filled, animated accompanied by narrators Aesop the owl and Socrates the mouse as we follow Orion’s adventures as he grows to manhood, battles mythical beasts, foils […]

Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2026, a compilation of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. Each year, across the country, local theaters partner with nearby cat-focused charities, animal welfare associations and shelters alike—a portion of ticket proceeds from every show […]

The quintessential music of the Rolling Stones defined the generation that first heard them, now comes to the planetarium. Such songs as Paint It Black, Gimme Shelter, and You Can’t Always Get What You Want alongside visuals are rolling into the planetarium!   Tickets are $11 for general admission. Music programs may contain explicit lyrics, and are intended for adult […]

Oscilloscope Laboratories presents CatVideoFest 2026, a compilation of the latest and best cat videos culled from countless hours of unique submissions and sourced animations, music videos, and classic internet powerhouses. Each year, across the country, local theaters partner with nearby cat-focused charities, animal welfare associations and shelters alike—a portion of ticket proceeds from every show […]

Lord Hall Gallery is pleased to announce Digestion: the 2026 Senior Capstone Exhibition Nov. 16, 2026 – Jan. 21, 2027. This show represents the culmination of the University of Maine Art Department’s graduating class. Digestion explores the diverse worldviews and experiences our graduating artists have brought to the University. Each has closely absorbed the world […]

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. Monday, November 16th at 1:00pm. Virtual […]

Nathaniel Jordan, a candidate for the Master of Science in Microbiology, will be defending his thesis titled, “Examining The Role of the Germline in Relation to Hallmark Stress Responses in C. elegans.”

Spanish discussions, activities, and more.

This research seminar has been cancelled and will be rescheduled for a later date.  

UMaine’s veteran staff and faculty are invited to share a meal and spend time together in community. This is a closed event for UMaine’s veteran staff and faculty.

Come join the discussions and activities.

You have a lot on your plate. Between annual appeals, communications, virtual event planning and fundraising, you’re overwhelmed. And now you’ve been tasked with writing a grant and you don’t know where to start. Our online grant writing program can help! This interactive online professional development program will teach you the basics of seeing a […]

Lord Hall Gallery is pleased to announce Digestion: the 2026 Senior Capstone Exhibition Nov. 16, 2026 – Jan. 21, 2027. This show represents the culmination of the University of Maine Art Department’s graduating class. Digestion explores the diverse worldviews and experiences our graduating artists have brought to the University. Each has closely absorbed the world […]

A hands-on, drop-in co-working space designed for faculty who want dedicated, protected time to work on their course design and digital accessibility updates. Whether you are currently participating in the semester-long Title II program or simply working independently, this space offers peer camaraderie and direct access to instructional design support. Attendance is flexible, attend as […]

The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting through December 29, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Another Day, Another Way: Tim McFarlane; Paintings and Drawings: Jon Schueler; King Family Collection of Japanese Prints; Pushing the Boundaries: Photographs from the Collection; and Collection by the Decades: Works from the Permanent Collection. Note: Another Day, Another […]

Take a break from grading and join us for an hour of teaching-themed games, good snacks, and great company. Whether you come to compete, to laugh, or to see and share how games might work in your own classes, there’s a seat at the table for you. Tuesday, November 17th | 11:30am-12:30pm. In-person, Fernald Hall, […]

Discussions in French for students, faculty and the community. Located in Williams Hall, Room 207

Tuesday, November 17, 2026 1:00–4:00 p.m. Online via Zoom Cost: $30 Register Online University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer Tick and Mosquito Pesticide Applicator Training on Tuesday, Nov. 17, from 1 to 4 p.m. via Zoom. This virtual training covers tick and mosquito biology and management, common pesticide applicator violations and sprayer calibration. It […]

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 […]

Noro John, a candidate for the Master of Science in Chemical Engineering, will be defending her thesis titled, “Pretreatment of Pine Sawdust for Enhanced Cellulose Accessibility and Enzymatic Hydrolysis Using Deep Eutectic Solvents.”

Come join the discussion and activities.

Celebrate stellar history as we “Shine Bright” for Voyager 1 as the spacecraft will reach a ONE LIGHT DAY distance from Earth, an extraordinary milestone marking 16 billion miles of exploration and nearly fifty years of discovery! NASA is coordinating this celebration, and the Versant Power Astronomy Center will be lighting up our building in […]

The hilarious all-Indigenous hip hop musical A fearless, funny, and deeply heartfelt reimagining of Grease, this “Rez-ed Up” remix swaps 1950s greasers and pink ladies for a cast that proudly spotlights Indigenous language, music, and moves with Broadway flair. Bear Grease reimagines the iconic 1971 musical Grease through a bold and comedic native lens. This […]

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m. Augusta Civic Center (Pine Tree Room), 76 Community Drive, Augusta, Maine 04330 Cost: $25 single; $50 vendor Register Online Join the University of Maine Cooperative Extension for the 2026 Maine Forage Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the Pine Tree Room at […]

Wednesday, November 18, 2026 9:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. Online via Zoom Cost: $50 Register Online Introducing Maine adults to the basics of starting a food business. The workshop covers the specialty food industry, business fundamentals, food safety, product development, and submitting food products for testing at the University of Maine’s Food Testing Services. Participants will gain […]

Lord Hall Gallery is pleased to announce Digestion: the 2026 Senior Capstone Exhibition Nov. 16, 2026 – Jan. 21, 2027. This show represents the culmination of the University of Maine Art Department’s graduating class. Digestion explores the diverse worldviews and experiences our graduating artists have brought to the University. Each has closely absorbed the world […]

The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting through December 29, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Another Day, Another Way: Tim McFarlane; Paintings and Drawings: Jon Schueler; King Family Collection of Japanese Prints; Pushing the Boundaries: Photographs from the Collection; and Collection by the Decades: Works from the Permanent Collection. Note: Another Day, Another […]

About the seminar: Zebrafish regenerate their kidneys after damage by activating quiescent kidney stem cells, however the injury signals that activate kidney stem cells are not known. We find that cytokine responses are required and sufficient to induce full kidney regeneration. Acute injury induces cxcl11 expression which is sufficient to induce stem cell aggregation via […]

Lord Hall Gallery is pleased to announce Digestion: the 2026 Senior Capstone Exhibition Nov. 16, 2026 – Jan. 21, 2027. This show represents the culmination of the University of Maine Art Department’s graduating class. Digestion explores the diverse worldviews and experiences our graduating artists have brought to the University. Each has closely absorbed the world […]

The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting through December 29, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Another Day, Another Way: Tim McFarlane; Paintings and Drawings: Jon Schueler; King Family Collection of Japanese Prints; Pushing the Boundaries: Photographs from the Collection; and Collection by the Decades: Works from the Permanent Collection. Note: Another Day, Another […]

Spanish discussions for students, faculty, and the community. Located in Williams Hall, Room 207

Nur Kus, a candidate for the Master of Science in Food Science & Human Nutrition, will be defending her thesis titled, “Development of Thermoformed Molded Fiber Trays for Cheese Packaging”. For zoom link and password, please contact the student at: nur.kus@maine.edu

Honors College Join us for nachos!

Diane Whitmore, a candidate for the Master of Science in French with a concentration in North American French Studies, will be defending her thesis titled “La nostalgie pour le Canada dans l’œuvre franco-américaine des XIXe et XXe siècles”

Honors College This workshop was developed in partnership with the Student Wellness Resource Center (SWell). The sessions are structured around the Eight Dimensions of Wellness to support students’ well-being as they transition from high school to university. Students will learn how an intentional balance of the wellness dimensions will help them make choices for a […]

French discussions and activities.

Percival Ulsamer, a candidate for the Master of Science in Wildlife Ecology, will be defending his thesis titled, “Birds as indicators of forest management sustainability in Maine: an evaluation of past surveys and future assessment approaches.”

The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting through December 29, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Another Day, Another Way: Tim McFarlane; Paintings and Drawings: Jon Schueler; King Family Collection of Japanese Prints; Pushing the Boundaries: Photographs from the Collection; and Collection by the Decades: Works from the Permanent Collection. Note: Another Day, Another […]

Kyle Wong, a candidate for the Master of Science in Food Science and Human Nutrition, will be defending his thesis titled, “Quality and Shelf-Life Evaluation of Raw Blue Mussels (Mytilus edulis) Using Non-Thermal and Natural Antimicrobial Preservation Strategies”.

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 […]

Discussions in Chinese for students, faculty and community. Located in Williams Hall, Room 207.

Courtney Willey, a candidate for the Doctor of Philosophy in Biomedical Science (GSBSE) , will be defending her dissertation titled, “Identifying Modifiers of Alport Syndrome.”

Honors College Join us for mocktails, studying, and board games!

Please join us on Friday, November 20, 2026 in Hill Auditorium in Barrows Hall.  Refreshments will be available at 3:00pm, and the talk will be from 3:15-4:05pm. More information to come!

What does the Earth look like? Most people imagine a blue planet floating peacefully in space. Surprisingly, this iconic image has been with humanity for only about half a century. Since that transformative moment, our perception of Earth has constantly evolved. In the crystal-clear lenses of satellites, our planet reveals itself in unexpected colors and […]

The Zillman Art Museum’s current exhibitions will be on display starting through December 29, 2026. Exhibitions featured: Another Day, Another Way: Tim McFarlane; Paintings and Drawings: Jon Schueler; King Family Collection of Japanese Prints; Pushing the Boundaries: Photographs from the Collection; and Collection by the Decades: Works from the Permanent Collection. Note: Another Day, Another […]