Virtual Orientation
Welcome to the University of Maine and the University of Maine at Machias! We are so excited to have you here. We hope the information on this page will assist you in transitioning to your new life in Maine and on our campus.
Please contact the Office of International Programs should you need further information or assistance at international@maine.edu or at 207.581.3437.
Best Apps to Use at UMaine
Hear what current UMaine students have to say about the apps they use. Watch the recording here.
| U.S. Academic Culture: Watch our recorded videos to help you succeed in the US higher education system. More videos on academic culture are posted below. |
Are you an early arrival looking for something to do? Explore the area in person or online.
Do a Campus Selfie Tour:
Explore the campus with a self guided tour, take fabulous selfies, share them with us on Instagram @umaineinternational and Facebook @umaineoip. Best selfies will get UMaine branded prizes!
Virtual Campus Tour:
Explore our beautiful campus! Take the Virtual UMaine campus tour.
Learn the History of UMaine:
Watch this short video. Explore more videos here UMaine history and UMaine student stories.
Welcome to the State of Maine Through Videos:
Learn more about the state of Maine by watching People of the Dawn and explore more videos.
Maine in the Movies:
The State of Maine has featured prominently in major motion pictures throughout the years. Check out this article for a list of movies featuring Maine.
What I like about Maine:
Hear what current students say about why they like Maine at this recorded panel here.
Explore the town of Orono:
Take a self-guided tour using this illustrated map of Orono.
Attend one of the Versant Power Astronomy Center Events: Cost to students is only $6. You can review the schedule and purchase your ticket here.
- Grab your course schedule from your MaineStreet Student Service Center.
- Visit the UMaine Bookstore website, and select your courses. Then click “Begin Shopping” to see the list of textbooks.
- Review textbooks for each course and add to your shopping cart. Check out and pay for your purchases.
Buying digital copies from alternative textbook website RedShelf.com, Amazon or another retailer in your country:
– make sure the ISBN number for each textbook and author match (you can find the unique publishing number ISBN for each textbook in the Textbook website for each course).
What is the Academic Materials Program (AMP)?
Convenient access to all the required materials that your professors identify as essential for successful learning, available on the first day of class and in one place. Of course, students have the ability to opt out if they choose — but we think you’re going to love this program!
U.S. Academic Environment and culture
| Section 1: | Section 2: | Section 3: | Section 4: |
| 0:00 Introduction 00:29 Structure of the University 4:08 Academic Titles | 7:55 Terms for Classes 10:20 Types of Classes 12:21 Class Standing 13:32 Majors, Minors, and Concentrations | 16:21 Advising 19:13 Academic Calendar 20:38 Grades 27:51 GPA | 31:12 General Education 34:09 Other Academic Terms 40:53 Thank you! |
Tips for success in online/remote courses
| Section 1: | Section 2: | Section 3: |
| 0:00 Introduction 01:38 Communication and US Norms 2:55 Brightspace pt. 1 4:16 Clarification and Interaction 7:14 Emailing Professors | 10:13 Bright Space pt. 2 14:47 Changes During the Semester and How to Know 15:59 Conditional Release and What is it? 18:15 Time Management 22:46 Time Management with Reading in English 25:20 Organization and Time Management pt. 2 | 26:51 Roles in the Learning Space 33:01 Student Roles and Norms in an Online Format 36:29 Attendance in an Online Format 38:52 Asynchronous Participation 40:21 Thank you |
Academic success tips – Q&A
| Section 1: | Section 2: | Section 3: |
| 0:00 Introduction 00:28 What if You Can’t Hear? 2:53 Brain Fatigue and Operating in English 7:27 ADA and Accommodations on Campus 10:42 Tutoring and Other Resources | 12:57 Varying the Speed of the Recording 16:39 Embedded Quizzes 18:09 Discussion Boards and US Norms 22:29 Group Work and US Norms | 25:19 Oral Exams and Recording 29:53 Citations 32:44 Final Tips (Take Advantage of Opportunities) |