Fogler Library to host online Research Impact Challenge April 10–14

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.

March 30, 2023 Research

Fogler Library and Office of the Vice President for Research will host the online Research Impact Challenge from April 10–14. This online, asynchronous program is open to all, with particular relevance for faculty, staff and graduate students.

Each day for five days, participants will receive an email with tasks designed to build and curate scholarly profiles, measure the impact of research and promote work to reach new audiences. Materials will remain live and accessible after the event.

RSVP for the challenge here. For questions or to request a reasonable accommodation, contact Jen Bonnet, jenbonnet@maine.edu.