Outreach

Explore Maine’s aquaculture industry with new virtual field trips from 4-H

University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H has launched virtual field trips for youth learners who wish to explore Maine’s thriving aquaculture industry.  These immersive online experiences bring aquaculture to life, offering participants the chance to step inside cutting-edge facilities and learn directly from industry experts, all without traveling to them. Through virtual reality and accessible […]

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Daily Bulldog highlights UMaine’s 4-H virtual aquaculture field trips

The University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H has launched virtual field trips (VFTs) to provide youth with immersive experiences in Maine’s aquaculture industry, as reported in the Daily Bulldog. These online trips, featuring the University of Maine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research enhance learning about sustainable seafood production at no cost to participants.

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George Mitchell Peace Scholarship celebrates 25th anniversary

During the 2024-2025 academic year, the George J. Mitchell Peace Scholarship, a prestigious exchange program between the University of Maine and the University College Cork (UCC) in Ireland, will celebrate its 25th anniversary. The legacy of the scholarship has been meaningful for UMaine students and faculty alike.  The scholarship honors the Northern Ireland peace agreement […]

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News Center reports on ‘Lobstah Bowl’ robotics competition at UMaine

The University of Maine recently hosted the first Lobstah Bowl, a VEX V5 Robotics Competition, as reported by News Center Maine. Organizer Michael Murphy highlighted that the event helps K-12 students build skills and connect with teams from as far away as Ontario, Canada. With 43 teams participating, the competition fostered collaboration and growth within […]

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Maine media report on VEX Robotics Lobstah Bowl at UMaine

News Center Maine and WVFX (Channel 7) featured two robotics teams from Bangor High School — Gadget Gang and Loose Screws — who are gearing up for the VEX Robotics Lobstah Bowl V5RC Signature Event. The three-day event will see 47 teams compete, and Bangor’s teams have been preparing since May. The winners will enjoy […]

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