Karim’s op-ed about ‘Pose’ published in BDN
The Bangor Daily News published an op-ed from Tausif Sanzum Karim, a graduate student of communication at the University of of Maine, titled “What ‘Pose’ did for a queer person of color.”
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UMaine-led study finds type of smartphone use connected with ability to interpret nonverbal communication
How people use smartphones can indicate their ability to understand and interpret nonverbal social cues, such as facial expressions and tone, according to a University of Maine-led study. Research revealed that active smartphone users — people who write posts and share photos on social media more than they read other users’ content — are more […]
Read moreUMaine virtual commencement presentations available May 22
The University of Maine 2021 Virtual Commencement presentations will be available on the UMaine commencement website on May 22. The videos for students in the Graduate School, and undergraduates in the colleges and Maine Business School feature elements of our traditional in-person commencement ceremony, including messages from campus leadership, speakers, music and recordings of the […]
Read moreLaconia Daily Sun interviews Sorg about forensic anthropology
The Laconia Daily Sun interviewed Marcella Sorg, about her work as a forensic anthropologist for Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Rhode Island. “I enjoy problem solving, each case is unique,” said Sorg, a University of Maine research professor at the Margaret Chase Smith Policy Center who also works with the Climate Change Institute. “I think […]
Read moreMedia advance social justice series, Ranco presentation
The Free Press promoted a new social justice initiative co-curated by Darren Ranco, a University of Maine professor of anthropology, chair of Native American Programs and member of the Penobscot Nation, which includes a panel discussion sponsored by the Clement and Linda McGillicuddy Humanities Center at UMaine. “Begin Again: reckoning with intolerance in Maine,” an […]
Read morePublisher’s Weekly stars Moxley’s essay collection
Jennifer Moxley’s latest book, “For the Good of All, Do Not Destroy the Birds,” has received a star from Publisher’s Weekly, a prestigious designation and indication of quality. Two previous publications by Moxley, a University of Maine professor of English, also received starred reviews. Her latest book, described in the review as a “lyrical treat,” […]
Read morePittman, Clough call for transformative social change in BDN column
The Bangor Daily News published a column by Bryan Pittman, a University of Maine assistant professor of sociology, and Jason Clough, a 2021 UMaine sociology graduate, advocating for transformative social change to reduce crime and interaction with law enforcement.
Read morePress Herald talks with Sorg about role of forensic anthropologists
The Portland Press Herald spoke with Marcella Sorg, a University of Maine research professor and the forensic anthropologist for Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Rhode Island, about her role in identifying skeletal remains and determining cause of death. She is currently working with the state’s chief medical examiner to identify skeletal remains found in Casco.
Read moreBDN advances Wabanaki resources portal project
The Bangor Daily News advanced a project from the University of Maine McGillicuddy Humanities Center to develop a centralized digital portal that will improve access to Wabanaki historical and cultural resources and archival collections.
Read morePen Bay Pilot advances Grillo’s virtual talk May 27
The Penobscot Bay Pilot advanced a public talk by Michael Grillo, a University of Maine professor of art, scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on May 27. In “A Reconsidered World,” Grillo will explore how catastrophic urban depopulations caused a paradigm shift in Mediaeval peoples’ worldview which led to the rise of Renaissance realism. More information is […]
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