On Thursday, May 10 the University of Maine and the Penobscot Nation will sign a Memorandum of Understanding formalizing their collaborations in the past decade to help manage the tribe’s cultural heritage. University of Maine President Susan J. Hunter and Penobscot Nation Chief Kirk Francis are among the leaders expected to attend the ceremony that […]

About the Speaker:  Waubenewquay is Waubizayshee O’dodaym (Marten Clan), a Third Degree Midewiwin and Lead Woman singer for Center Fire in the Three Fires Midewiwin (Heartway), Lodge. She is a […]

The Office of Multicultural Student Life,The Wabanaki Center, & American Indian Student Organization will celebrate the University of Maine's 2nd Annual Native American Heritage Month Flag Raising Ceremony.  The ceremony will commence at 12:00 noon this Thursday  November 1st in front of Fogler Library on the University Mall. Speakers will include Dr. Darren Ranco, Maulian Dana, as well […]

Every year, in collaboration with the American Indian Student Organization and the Wabanaki Center the Office of Multicultural Student Life, is proud to celebrate Native American Heritage Month. Traditionally, Native American Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the extraordinary contributions and accomplishments of First Nations and Indigenous communities. Previous celebrations at UMaine have included flag-raising ceremonies, student socials, performing arts showcasing […]

Please join us as we welcome Maulian Dana Tribal Ambassador Penobscot Nation to discuss Indigenous People's Day across our state and country as well as the continued effort to eliminate Native Mascots & Costumes from pop culture and society.

Hosted by American Indian Student Association

Special guest speakers include John Bear Wabanaki Center and Dylan Smith President American Indian Student Organization who will join us to discuss the significance of this day for Native Americans & Indigenous Communities