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Puhlman talks parent-teacher collaboration on WFVX

Assistant Professor of Family Studies Dan Puhlman was interviewed by WFVX (FOX22/ABC7, Bangor) about how parents can work with and support their children’s teachers.

Cuba talks with Maine Morning Star about challenges for multilingual learners

Assistant Professor of Special Education Melissa Cuba spoke with the Maine Morning Star for an article about multilingual students in Maine struggling academically.

An outdoor portrait of Elizabeth Allan on the University of Maine campus.

University of Maine launching new national hazing study

Sixteen years after two University of Maine professors published the landmark 2008 National Study of Student Hazing, the lead researcher of that report will spearhead an updated nationwide survey of college students’ experiences with and perceptions about hazing.

Sandra Caron, UMaine professor who helped college students better understand sexuality and family relationships, retires

After 36 years, during which she has touched tens of thousands of lives in Maine and beyond through her teaching, research and service, Sandra Caron, professor emerita of family relations and human sexuality, has officially retired.

UMaine alumna Throckmorton named Maine Teacher of the Year finalist

University of Maine College of Education and Human Development alumna Emilie Throckmorton has been named a finalist for 2025 Maine Teacher of the Year.

Kai Dube: First-year elementary education student aims to be a positive force for kids

During her final year of high school, Kai Dube volunteered at Old Town Elementary School, just a couple miles down the road from the University of Maine. The experience helped solidify her choice to major in elementary education at UMaine, where she’s part of this year’s first-year class.

Character, Courage, Community: Kelsey Stoyanova is a rising star

It’s after the last bell at Bangor High School on a Friday afternoon and most of the students have gone home for the weekend. Kelsey Stoyanova is sitting in her classroom when a teenage boy enters.

News Center Maine highlights College of Education and Human Development support for rural STEM teachers

A story that aired on News Center Maine this week showcased efforts by the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development to help rural school districts recruit, educate and retain STEM teachers.

Assistant Professor of Athletic Training Alicia Lacy (middle) works with students at the Wes Jordan Athletic Training Education Complex on the University of Maine campus.

UMaine research helping secondary school athletic trainers manage conflict

University of Maine Assistant Professor of Athletic Training Alicia Lacy’s research focuses on organizational-professional conflict in the secondary school athletic training setting.

A teacher works with a group of middle school students on a tabletop activity.

UMaine, RSC to continue partnership supporting rural schools and communities

The University of Maine College of Education and Human Development and the Rural Schools Collaborative (RSC) have agreed to extend their partnership focused on advancing the preparation and professional development of high-quality rural teachers and school leaders throughout New England.