Bishop talks about teacher shortages in Harpswell Anchor
The Harpswell Anchor interviewed Penny Bishop, dean of the College of Education and Human Development, about teacher shortages in Maine.
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Associated Press, Inside Higher Ed, other national news outlets feature UMaine hazing research in Northwestern coverage
University of Maine professor of higher education Elizabeth Allan was interviewed by the Associated Press for a story about the alleged hazing in the Northwestern University football program and the prevalence of hazing in team sports.
Read moreLee selected for NSF early-career STEM education scholars program
Jooyoung Lee, postdoctoral research associate with the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development, has been selected for the 2023–24 National Science Foundation Quantitative Research Methods for STEM Education Scholars Program.
Read moreChicago media cite Allan in news about Northwestern football hazing allegations
University of Maine professor of higher education Elizabeth Allan was interviewed by Chicago news outlets covering reports of hazing in the Northwestern University football program.
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UMaine promotes mental health and wellness in schools with summer educators institute
Over 100 Maine teachers and school administrators participated in the University of Maine Educators Institute last week, exploring evidence-based practices and strategies around the theme of “Promoting Mental Health and Wellness” with experts from UMaine and various state and national organizations.
Read moreBishop presents at University of Canberra conference on personalized learning
University of Maine College of Education and Human Development dean Penny Bishop presented at the University of Canberra (Australia)’s Symposium on Personalised Learning in early June.
Read moreAutos for Autism raises more than $10K for inclusive education program at UMaine
The annual Autos for Autism event is held during April, which is Autism Awareness Month.
Read moreLocal media share announcement about UMaine hosting national experts on inclusive education
The Bangor Daily News and Penobscot Bay Pilot shared a UMaine News press release about the Council for Exceptional Children Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (CEC DADD) hosting a Summer Symposium at the University of Maine on July 21.
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UMaine to host national experts on inclusive education for students with autism and developmental disabilities
The Council for Exceptional Children Division on Autism and Developmental Disabilities (CEC DADD) is hosting its summer board meeting at UMaine on July 20.
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UMS, Maine DOE expand whole-student supports for Maine schools
More K–12 students and educators in Maine are set to benefit from stronger social, emotional and behavioral supports thanks to Maine PBIS, a collaboration between the University of Maine System and Maine Department Education, which is adding 21 new schools to its professional development cohort.
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