Undergraduate Writing Lab

UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

Located in 340 Stevens Hall, the History Writing Lab serves all undergraduate students, regardless of major, who are currently enrolled in history courses at the University of Maine. Staffed by a graduate student in the history department, the Lab provides assistance to students in a one-on-one environment during all stages of the writing process. The History Writing Lab is currently not open to graduate students. Graduate students in need of writing assistance should contact the University of Maine Writing Center.

Appointments

The History Writing Lab is open for walk-in service on TTh 12:30-3pm with expanded hours based on student demand. Hours are subject to change depending on the schedule of the Lab adviser so please check this website for an updated list of availability throughout the semester. If you would like to make an appointment to reserve a block of time during regular Lab hours, please email Lab Advisor, Joseph Wrobleski at joseph.wrobleski@maine.edu .