Student Life

UMaine ranks among top 50 Best for Vets colleges nationwide

The University of Maine was named one of the 2025 Best for Vets Colleges by the Military Times, a national news source that reports on matters involving the U.S. military community and global defense. It’s the only Maine-based university or college to rank among the top 50.  Factors that determine placement on the list include […]

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UMaine Army ROTC earns coveted streamer at intense regional competition

Members of the University of Maine’s Army Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) won third place in one of the most physically and mentally challenging events of a regional competition for cadets. At the 2nd Brigade U.S. Army Cadet Command’s annual Ranger Challenge in New Jersey, UMaine’s team took home the bronze in the Crucible event, […]

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Maine media highlight UMaine’s growing student veteran community

The Bangor Daily News, News Center Maine, WABI and  Fox Bangor highlighted the University of Maine’s growing community of veteran students. The university now counts 638 degree-seeking veterans and dependents. That’s a 50% increase over five years, according to Tony Llerena, associate director for veterans education and transition services, who told WABI this is “the […]

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Senior exhibition reflects how lived experiences shape creativity

The graduating class of the University of Maine’s Department of Art will have their work on display in Lord Hall Gallery from Nov. 14 – Jan. 23.  Ranging from digital artwork and paintings to ceramic and glass sculpture, this year’s exhibition, titled “UpRouted,” emphasizes the uniqueness of each students’ journey. The artists explore themes of […]

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UMaine launches internships in AI, digital twins for the blue economy

University of Maine students will soon be able to gather around lab-scale ocean structures, attach sensors, run tests and watch real-time data stream into a digital dashboard.  On their laptops, they’ll build virtual replicas — digital twins — that mirror how those structures behave in wind and waves. Adjust a setting on the screen, and […]

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A photo of Katy Blackmer with a group at the Girls Empowerment Camp in 2018.

Former Peace Corps members can pursue tuition-free global policy degree with new fellowship

A new fellowship for returning Peace Corps volunteers will cover 100% of tuition and mandatory fees for a master’s degree in global policy at the University of Maine. The UMaine School of Policy and International Affairs (SPIA) is offering the fellowship through the Paul D. Coverdell Fellows Program, which provides financial support to former Peace […]

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Maine Bound upgrades, expands rental equipment in time for winter season

Spending time outdoors in Maine is more accessible than ever before thanks to a new grant that replenished and expanded the rental library for students, youth and the public at Maine Bound Adventure Center. Awarded to the Tourism, Hospitality, and Outdoor Recreation (THOR) Institute, the grant — valued at $70,000 — enabled the purchase of […]

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Culturefest returns Nov. 8

The University of Maine Office of International Programs and International Student Association will host its annual celebration of cultures from 11 a.m.–3:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 8 in the New Balance Student Recreation Center.   The 38th Culturefest will feature international foods, cultural exhibits, activities and a style show. The family-friendly event, which is free and […]

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Maine media reports student involvement on election day

WABI (Channel 5 in Bangor) and WFVX (FOX 22/ABC 7 in Bangor) reported on the involvement of thousands of University of Maine students on Election Day, as volunteers and voters. This year marked one of the university’s strongest showings in years for civic participation, and UMaine continues to rank among the top campuses in the […]

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