Academics - Graduate School Orientation

Academic Resources

Start your year off right with these academic resources that will help your years in graduate school be some of your best.

Raymond H. Fogler Library Graduate Research Guides

Student Accessibility Services

the writing center

Virtual Tutoring Services

Visit VAWLT

VAWLT or Virtual, Accessibility, Writing, Library, and Technology tutors are available to provide a diverse suite of tutoring services for education at a distance.

Academic Honesty

Community Standards, Rights, & Responsibilities website Video: Academic Integrity & Authentic Assessments

Time Management

This video, courtesy of TED-Ed, has some great tips on how to manage your time that every grad student can utilize.

Online Student Resources

Tips for Online Success

As you prepare for the start of the semester, make sure that your technology is also ready to go! These tips from UMaineOnline will help you have a smooth start.

Also, check out this article from the University of the Potomac titled Online Etiquette: 14 Netiquette Rules Online Students Should Know.

REsources

Do you have questions about starting your online degree program? Find the answers on UMaineOnline’s Student Services page.

This resource guide serves to inform members of the UMS Community on services and options to complete remote work, teaching, and learning. Please check back often, as additional services and tools will be posted here throughout the semester.

UMaineOnline Support

If you have any questions about progressing in your online degree program, please contact one of the online support staff at umaineonline@maine.edu or 207.581.5858.

Useful Campus Offices

Office of Student Records

Located in Wingate Hall, the Office of Student Records is where you will go for verification of enrollment or a copy of your transcript.

Bookstore

Located in the Memorial Union, the Bookstore is where you can get office supplies, books, UMaine swag, and much more.

Office of International Programs

Located in Chadbourne Hall, the Office of International Programs (OIP) assists students, both international and domestic, with studying here and abroad.

UMaineOnline

Located in Estabrooke Hall, the UMaineOnline office is part of the Division of Lifelong Learning and is a major resource for students earning their degrees online.

Bursar’s Office

Located in Wingate Hall, the Bursar’s Office is where you can set up a payment plan for your tuition and fees.

The Graduate School

Located in Stodder Hall, the Graduate School is the administrative office resource for graduate students, similar to a Dean’s office.