Archives: Announcements

Posted: December 04, 2023 - 5:18 AM

UMaine online and in-person classes begin at 11 a.m. today, Dec. 4. Classes beginning prior to that time are cancelled. Only employees designated as essential in their department’s Storm Day Staffing Plan are expected to report to work before 11 a.m. today. New Balance Student Recreation Center is open, Fogler Library will open at 8 […]

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Classes Canceled: October 26

Posted: October 26, 2023 - 7:16 AM

Classes are canceled today in Orono and Machias as our community confronts the horrible suffering in Lewiston and beyond. We know that these events have shocked our community. We will use this time to support each other, connect with loved ones, and grieve for those whose lives were tragically lost in these senseless acts of […]

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UMaine Emegency Communications Test

Posted: October 19, 2023 - 11:01 AM

This is a test of the University of Maine emergency communications system. In the event of a critical incident in our university community (a situation that creates a significant risk of substantial or serious harm to safety or well being), you will receive an emergency notification and ongoing updates. Call 911 to report a critical […]

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Emergency Notification: Hurricane Lee

Posted: September 14, 2023 - 2:36 PM

A significant weather event is expected to impact areas of Maine this weekend including the Orono and Machias regions. Hurricane Lee is expected to create strong winds and damaging waves. Certain areas may experience severe flooding. People should take measures to ensure their safety in preparation for this event. As a reminder, please avoid any […]

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Alert: US Cellular Communications Issue

Posted: September 05, 2023 - 1:50 PM

US Cellular callers are not currently able to contact University of Maine phone extensions. Campus IT is aware of the issue and is working with US Cellular to correct it. In case of emergency, call 911. Non-emergency contacts may use email to contact UMPD at um.policedepartment@maine.edu and emergency call boxes on campus are available. More information will […]

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Statement About Soot from Boiler Issue for the Campus Community

Posted: September 03, 2023 - 4:53 PM

On Sunday, September 3 at 4 a.m. a backup boiler from the Steam Plant at the University of Maine discharged some soot and ash that left a residue on cars and the parking lot immediately adjacent to the plant. Crews responded immediately and cleaned up the general area. The Maine Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) […]

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Posted: August 15, 2023 - 11:03 AM

This is a test of the University of Maine emergency communications system. In the event of a critical incident in our university community (a situation that creates a significant risk of substantial or serious harm to safety or well being), you will receive an emergency notification and ongoing updates. Call 911 to report a critical […]

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Posted: July 20, 2023 - 2:39 PM

The Advanced Structures and Composite Center has experienced a chemical spill that is contained. The incident is being managed by local authorities. Due to activity around the building we request the university community avoid the area.

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Posted: March 22, 2023 - 1:58 PM

This is a test of the University of Maine emergency communications system.

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