Campus Announcements

U.S. Marshals Service Recognizes Male Athletes Against Violence

The University of Maine student group, Male Athletes Against Violence, was recognized by the U.S. Marshals Service for its work to educate others about violence and its effort to stop it during the group’s first meeting of the semester. The group received a certificate of appreciation for its work including its new public service announcement, […]

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Six Former Student-Athletes to be Inducted into UMaine Sports Hall of Fame

Six former Black Bear student-athletes will be inducted into the University of Maine Sports Hall of Fame on Friday, Sept. 13. The inductees are Francois Bouchard, who played men’s basketball; Jack Capuano, men’s ice hockey; Gerard LaFlamme, track and field; Susan Lizzotte, swimming; Carleton “Speed” Merritt, football; and Chad White, baseball. A reception in the […]

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Charlie’s Terrace to Officially Open Sept. 12

The public is invited to the opening of an outdoor classroom and gathering space for University of Maine Honors College students, faculty and staff in remembrance of former Honors Dean Charlie Slavin, who passed away in July 2012. The grand opening of Charlie’s Terrace will take place rain or shine 5:30 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 12 […]

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Study Abroad Fair Sept. 10

The Study Abroad Fair will be held Tuesday, Sept. 10 to inform students about the variety of programs available for all majors to study, intern, research or teach abroad. The fair will run from 11 a.m.–2 p.m. in the Bangor Room of the Memorial Union and from 3–6 p.m. in the New Balance Student Recreation […]

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Former Faculty Member Suzanne Goodie Passes Away

Suzanne (Day) Goodie, who served as the assistant to the Vice President of Finance and Administration at the University of Maine for 39 years until she retired in 2005, passed away Sept. 7, 2013 at 68 years old. Her obituary is available online.

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UMaine Faculty to Present Cadenzato Concert

The University of Maine School of Performing Arts music faculty will present its annual Cadenzato concert 7:30 p.m. Oct. 5 in Minsky Recital Hall on the Orono campus. The concert will feature vocal and music ensembles. Admission is $9 or free with a valid student MaineCard. For tickets or disability accommodations, contact the Collins Center […]

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Oakes Room Photo Exhibit Illustrates UMaine Evolution

The first exhibit in a series illustrating the evolution of the University of Maine is currently on display in the Oakes Room at Fogler Library. “Campus Views, 1873–1899,” uses photographs from the library archives to follow the building of the campus and the UMaine community. Photo captions provide additional insight into life on campus during […]

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Author, Research Fellow to Speak About Environmental Security

Elizabeth Chalecki, a nonresident research fellow at the Stimson Center in Washington, D.C., will give a talk titled “Environmental Security: A Guide to the Issues,” at 4 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 11 in 140 Little Hall on the University of Maine campus. Chalecki’s book of the same name focuses on understanding the links between international security […]

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UMaine Marching Band to Perform at Falmouth Football Game

The University of Maine School of Performing Arts hits the road as the University of Maine Pride of Maine Marching Band performs Sept. 6 at halftime of the Falmouth High School football game. The Yachtsmen’s game with the Gorham Rams kicks off at 7 p.m. The UMaine band will also perform Sept. 7 at the […]

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