Recent results from an assessment known as the “Nation’s Report Card” found scores in U.S. history and civics among eighth graders across the country declined compared to previous assessments. Among students who took part in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) in 2022, scores in history were the lowest on record while scores in […]
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The Sun Journal interviewed Lenard Kaye, director of the University of Maine Center on Aging, about homelessness in older adults, those aged 65 and older, which is the fastest growing age group of homelessness in the country. With 50 people retiring every day in Maine, Kaye said the aging population here is increasing rapidly. Among […]
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Elizabeth Allan, a professor of higher education at the University of Maine, was interviewed by KOB 4 (Albuquerque, New Mexico) about New Mexico’s proposed anti-hazing laws. “I think we are seeing increased awareness about the potential harm from hazing and therefore, I think we’re seeing more interest in prevention,” Allan said.
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The University of Maine College of Education and Human Development will host a pair of conferences this month that highlight the many ways its Literacy, Language and Culture programs support schools and communities throughout the state. On May 12, the annual Literacy Connections Conference will return following a three-year hiatus due to the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
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Education professionals are invited to attend a three-day virtual conference Aug. 1–3 sponsored by the University of Maine System’s collaborative instructional technology program. The theme of this year’s annual event is “Embracing Inquiry, Diversity, and Growth: Innovations in Education.” The institute features speakers, workshops, plenary work sessions, networking opportunities and more. “The Summer Technology Institute […]
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The University of Maine’s 2023 commencement ceremonies for graduate and undergraduate students will be May 5–6 at Harold Alfond Sports Arena. The Graduate School Commencement begins at 4 p.m. May 5, featuring an address by Suzanne Ortega, president of the Council of Graduate Schools. An estimated 424 graduate students are expected to be on hand […]
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The 2023 Presidential Awards recognize outstanding teaching in molecular and biomedical sciences, pioneering research in wireless sensor technology, public engagement and research focused on K–12 rural education, and innovation that has advanced Maine’s potato breeding program. Sally Molloy, associate professor of genomics, received the Presidential Outstanding Teaching Award; Ali Abedi, professor of electrical and computer […]
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The University of Maine College of Education and Human Development is again ranked among the top graduate schools for education by U.S. News & World Report. For 2024, UMaine’s overall graduate program in education ranked No. 120, up 11 spots from last year. UMaine is the only institution in the state to make the list […]
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The Bangor Daily News featured a literacy night at Alton Elementary School with University of Maine students at the College of Education and Human Development. The College of Education and Human Development has incorporated literacy nights at area schools into the curriculum for education majors for more than 20 years. It’s an opportunity for UMaine […]
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The Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE) has granted accreditation to the University of Maine’s new Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) program through the 2030–31 academic year. As previously announced, UMaine’s undergraduate athletic training program, with a long and distinguished history of producing certified athletic trainers, is transitioning to a graduate […]
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