BDN shares photos from UMaine graduation ceremonies
The Bangor Daily News published a series of photographs taken at the 2023 University of Maine commencement ceremonies.
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Harpswell Anchor cites UMaine Extension native plant resources
In an article about removing invasive plants, the Harpswell Anchor cited University of Maine Cooperative Extension as a resource for more information about native species that can be planted once invasive species have been eliminated.
Read moreLincoln County News cites UMaine role in Waldoberry Farm
In an article about Waldoberry Farm in Waldoboro, Lincoln County News noted that owner Sue Simpson developed her traditional medicine recipes with product testing assistance from the University of Maine.
Read moreMedia feature 70-year-old UMaine graduate Cyrus
WABI-TV (Channel 5 in Bangor), WBZ-TV (CBS News in Boston) and WFSB-TV (Channel 3 in Hartford, Connecticut) featured John Cyrus, who graduated from the University of Maine at the age of 70 after numerous setbacks prevented him from getting his degree for over 50 years. KLTV (Tyler, Texas), WDBJ-TV (Roanoke, Virginia), WSMV-TV (Nashville, Tennessee), KNOP-TV […]
Read moreKaye speaks to Sun Journal about homelessness in older adults
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 […]
Read moreTimes Record features Nixon’s aquaculture research and business
The Times Record featured Matt Nixon, Ph.D. candidate at the University of Maine and owner Muddy River Farm Aquaponics, and his work in designing the world’s first 3D-printed, closed-loop, oyster-farming tank made from sustainable materials, the prototype of which was printed at UMaine. “Muddy River farm is the first company in the state to use […]
Read moreBDN features impact of COVID-19 on graduating UMaine students
The Bangor Daily News published a feature about the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on graduating University of Maine students. “You are a pandemic class. Your academic journey was disrupted more than anyone could have imagined but you remained connected and here you are today,” UMaine President Joan Ferrini-Mundy said at the commencement ceremonies.
Read moreTimes Record boosts May 13 panel of Wabanki leaders moderated by Ranco
The Times Record noted that Darren J. Ranco, associate professor of anthropology and chair of Native American Programs at the University of Maine, will moderate a panel on Saturday, May 13 at the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, during which six Wabanaki leaders will discuss a growing movement to center Indigenous knowledge and leadership in conservation […]
Read moreAllan speaks to KOB 4 about anti-hazing laws
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.
Read moreMedia share 2023 UMaine Commencement livestream
The Bangor Daily News, WABI-TV (Channel 5 in Bangor), Z107.3 and Q96.1 reported on the 2023 University of Maine Commencement ceremonies and shared the livestream.
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