The largest holiday gathering of Wabanaki artists in New England will return with one-of-a-kind pieces, including those from new and nationally-acclaimed basket weavers, on Saturday, Dec. 13, at the University of Maine Collins Center for the Arts (CCA) from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. During the 31st annual Wabanaki Winter Market, over 60 Passamaquoddy, Penobscot, Maliseet and […]
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Many people enjoy eating Thanksgiving leftovers, but without proper storage, they can lead to foodborne illness. That’s why Gulsun Akdemir Evrendilek of University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering tips on how to properly store leftovers to prevent spoilage. Evrendilek is a seafood technology and food safety specialist with expertise in food safety, food microbiology and […]
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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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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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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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Nearly 200 singers, including many from two University of Maine vocal ensembles, will perform “Considering Matthew Shepard” at 3 p.m. on Sunday, Nov. 9 at the Collins Center for the Arts. Performers include members of the University Singers, the Collegiate Chorale, the Maine Gay Men’s Chorus and the Acadia Choral Society, as well as many […]
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The University of Maine will celebrate Veterans Week Nov. 10-14 with a series of events hosted by the Veterans Education and Transition Service (VETS) Center in the Division of Student Life. Throughout the week, the UMaine community is invited to honor and recognize the service and sacrifices of our veterans through the events that foster […]
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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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The University of Maine annual overnight winter parking is in effect, starting Nov. 1 and ending May 1. All staff, commuter and visitor parking lots — signed in blue or black — are closed to parking everyday from midnight–6 a.m. regardless of weather. Two lots have been identified for overnight parking during this time: Bridge […]
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The Versant Astronomy Center at the University of Maine will host several performances of “Cosmogenesis: The Story of Us,” featuring actors from True North Theatre in Bangor, starting Nov. 7 at 7 p.m. The play takes viewers along the journey of a struggling teenage dance student who’s contemplating dropping out of college. She’s introduced to […]
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