KPE majors Wilson, Feid earn America East all-academic honors

Two kinesiology and physical education student-athletes have been named to the America East Outdoor Track & Field All-Academic Team.

Sabrina Murray posing for a photo in an outdoor setting.

Sabrina Murray: Working toward diversity, equity and inclusion in higher ed

After earning her bachelor’s degree in 2021, Murray came to the University of Maine to pursue a master’s in student development in higher education. She wanted to explore ways to support diversity and inclusion on college campuses, and UMaine’s program offered a welcoming and supportive atmosphere to do just that.

UMaine, UMM graduates among Maine’s 2023 County Teachers of the Year

Among the 2023 Maine County Teachers of the Year were five teachers with degrees from the University of Maine or the University of Maine at Machias.

Yagmur Gunel: Outstanding Student in Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction

Yagmur Gunel is the recipient of the 2023 Outstanding Student in Curriculum, Assessment and Instruction Award from the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development.

BDN shares profile of secondary education student Ben Campbell

The Bangor Daily News shared a UMaine News profile of Ben Campbell, a secondary education student and sixth-generation Black Bear who will graduate in May.

University of Maine students from associate professor of literacy Susan Bennett-Armistead's ERL 319 class at the Literacy Night held at Viola Rand Elementary School in Bradley, Maine.

Literacy nights highlight UMaine’s service to schools and families

The College of Education and Human Development has incorporated literacy nights at area schools into the curriculum for education majors for more than 20 years. It’s an opportunity for UMaine students taking their literacy methods courses to apply some of the knowledge and skills they have picked up in the classroom and to gain hands-on experience working with K–12 students and families.

Associate professor of higher education Leah Hakkola, higher education master's students Sabrina Murray, Devin Franklin, and Sophie Audu, and professor of higher education Elizabeth Allan at the 2023 University of Maine College of Education and Human Development Student Awards Ceremony.

College of Education and Human Development holds 2023 Student Awards Ceremony

The University of Maine College of Education and Human Development held an in-person Student Awards Ceremony for the first time since 2019 on April 18 at Wells Conference Center.

Jacob Mulligan poses for a portrait in the Lengyel Hall gym.

Jacob Mulligan: Aspiring teacher and coach gains leadership experience at UMaine

Jacob Mulligan is a junior majoring in kinesiology and physical education (KPE) with a concentration in teaching and coaching in the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development. Despite being a full-time student, he still finds time to volunteer with his old high school football team, working with defensive backs and wide receivers and helping the coaching staff break down film. He also helps coach the Noble wrestling team. In addition, he’s gained valuable experience as a substitute teacher at schools in North Berwick and nearby Dover, New Hampshire.

Ben Campbell on the front steps of Fogler Library on the University of Maine campus.

Ben Campbell: Sixth-generation Black Bear holds up family traditions

Ben Campbell is part of the sixth generation University of Maine graduates from his family, whose Black Bear origins can be traced back to the earliest graduating class.

Luke Harper: Outstanding Student in Secondary Education

Luke Harper of Madison, Maine is the 2023 recipient of the Outstanding Student in Secondary Education Award from the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development.

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