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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.

It is important that you schedule your appointment with the appropriate staff member so that you can get the help you need. If you book with the incorrect OIP staff member you will be re-booked with the appropriate person but it may result a delay in services.

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Orlina Boteva, OIP Director

orlina.boteva@maine.edu

Student questions about:
- scholarships – awards and posting, emergency requests
- academic support and success strategies
Faculty and staff questions about:
- diversity and inclusion as it relates to international populations
- international agreements and establishing connections
- international students at risk
- international transfer credit policy

Sarah Joughin , OIP Senior Associate Director

joughin@maine.edu

Students, by permission only please.
Faculty and staff questions about:
- H1b, J-1 Scholar or TN advising
- department requests for visa processing for new hires or visiting scholars
- immigration compliance requirements for UMaine programs enrolling F-1 and J-1 students
- international programming on campus including Culturefest, International Dance Festival, etc.
- international students at risk

Mireille Le Gal, International Student/Scholar Advisor

mlegal@maine.edu

Student questions about:
- immigration matters including visas and travel
- academic or personal issues
- extension of program
- transfer to another institution
- work authorizations
- tax related questions
Faculty and staff questions about:
- international student visa compliance issues
- international students at risk

Ella Wu, SEVIS and Student Success Coordinator

ella.wu@maine.edu

Student questions about:
- insurance
- academic and social support
- on-campus employment/career exploration
- leadership development and get involved in campus
- on-campus resouces (tutoring programs, accessibility services, Student Life, etc)
- letter requests
- Sunapsis

Erika Clement, Study Abroad Advisor

erika.clement@maine.edu

Student questions about:
- How to research/brainstorm possible programs based on your needs and goals
- Study abroad application process
- Locations/programs for specific majors
- Study abroad scholarships and budgets

International Admissions:

Contact our international admission team at internationaladm@maine.edu.

Student questions about:
- international admissions process
- available scholarships and costs
- transferring to UMaine
- country-specific admission requirements
- status of submitted applications
- International transfer credit process
- organizing virtual and in-person campus visits
Faculty and staff questions about:
- partnerships
- recruitment
- MOUs
- agency questions