How do I…? Build a Successful Academic Network

Leave Graduate School with more than just your degree: Grow your academic network

How do I…? Build a Successful Academic Network

One of the pieces of graduate school that doesn’t often get talked about are the opportunities that become available for building a network that will not only carry you through your graduate study, but throughout your career afterwards, providing you opportunities you might not already have.

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2024- 2025 Graduate School Award Recipients Announced

The Graduate School is pleased to announce the 2024-2025 award recipients for the following awards. These awards will assist the students in their research and professional development. Graduate Trustee Tuition Scholarship: Rori Smith, Interdisciplinary Studies Sarvinoz Egamova, Global Policy Sean Lopez, Interdisciplinary Studies Taylor Wells, Communication Sciences & Disorders Sheikh Sanjana, Global Policy Nicholas Poulin, […]

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Butler named 2024 UMaine Distinguished Professor

A long-time educator and leader in social work, whose research and advocacy influenced state and federal policy, has been named the 2024 Distinguished Maine Professor, the University of Maine’s most prestigious faculty accolade. Sandra Butler, professor and director of the School of Social Work, will be honored at the Alumni Achievement Awards Dinner and Celebration, alongside […]

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Surviving Your First Year of Graduate School

You’ve been admitted to the esteemed institution of your choice for grad school, congratulations! Surviving the first year of grad school is not merely about endurance; it’s about thriving amidst the rigorous demands and navigating the intricate landscape of higher education. Below, we’ve laid out some strategies on how to get through that first year, but this is by no means an exhaustive list. One thing is for sure, you should get ready for your first year of grad school to be transformative.

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2023-2024 Graduate School Award Recipients Announced

The Graduate School is pleased to announce the 2023-2024 award recipients for the following awards. These awards will assist the students in their research and professional development. Graduate Trustee Tuition Scholarship: Skye Adams, Social Work Collette Filer, Communication Sciences & Disorders Gabriella Fryer, English Luke McKinney, Intermedia (MFA) Olive Morelli, Social Work Nicholas Neily, Global […]

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UMaine Ed Leadership program to offer courses leading to Maine DOE athletic director certification

The Maine Department of Education (Maine DOE) recently changed its requirements for professional certification to become an athletic director for K-12 schools in the state.  Athletic directors are now expected to have building administrator certification as well as coursework in athletic administration. To meet anticipated demand, the University of Maine’s Educational Leadership program, part of […]

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