Maine Public quoted UMaine President Joan Ferrini-Mundy following the announcement of new student conduct guidelines by the University of Maine System. The student code of conduct was updated to allow suspension or dismissal of students who host or attend gatherings that violate current state guidelines aimed at controlling the spread of COVID-19. “This is a […]
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WGME (Channel 13) interviewed UMaine President Joan Ferrini-Mundy and Robert Dana, vice president for student life and inclusive excellence and dean of students at UMaine, about campus testing facilities and procedures in advance of the return of 6,000 students to Orono this week. “COVID is among us, and it’s a powerful reminder that we have […]
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The Associated Press, Maine Public, the Penobscot Bay Pilot, WABI (Channel 5) and WAGM in Presque Isle reported on a statement by UMaine president Joan Ferrini-Mundy made last week following the detection of three cases of COVID-19 among UMaine students. U.S. News and World Report printed the AP story. The president’s message provided details about the cases and confirmed that […]
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The Bangor Daily News reported that University of Maine Cooperative Extension 4-H Centers are helping schools plan outdoor learning opportunities. Schools across Maine are building outdoor classrooms to make social distancing easier and to protect students and educators from COVID-19, as well as to enjoy fresh air and the Maine wilderness, according to the BDN.
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WABI (Channel 5) toured the University of Maine campus to highlight preparations for students to return safely Aug. 31. Robert Dana, vice president of student life and inclusive excellence, said students won’t lose “the college experience.” First-year student enrollment is similar to last year, with 2,100 students expected. “The university is running a public health […]
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The Associated Press, Mainebiz, Bangor Daily News, WABI (Channel 5), WAGM, News Center Maine and Maine Public reported on University of Maine System actions to reduce the spread of COVID-19. Semester breaks traditionally scheduled for October and March have been canceled, and work-related employee travel will be allowed with special permission. Employees are also being asked to limit personal travel, and to […]
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WGME (Channel 13 in Portland) discussed trends in food preservation during the pandemic with University of Maine Cooperative Extension Educator Kathy Savoie. Savoie says that economic disruption often leads to an increase in home gardening, with beginners tending to plant too much for their consumption. UMaine Extension anticipated the pandemic-related resurgence in home gardening and […]
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WABI (Channel 5) talked with Deborah Rooks-Ellis and Sarah Howorth about their findings that telehealth technology may provide better and more equitable access to early intervention services for children diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder who live in rural areas. “This started with 10 families,” said Rooks-Ellis, assistant professor of special education. “But then when the […]
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The Bangor Daily News talked with University of Maine fall coaches about their respective summers in light of COVID-19, their seasons being put on hold until spring, and an NCAA ban on in-person recruiting. “We watched a showcase in Sweden online,” said women’s soccer coach Scott Atherley said. “It has been a game-changer, but it […]
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News Center Maine reported on the University of Maine’s plans for students to return safely to campus. “At the University of Maine and across the System we are engaged in an unprecedented health and safety campaign to do our best to keep our students and communities safe,” said President Joan Ferrini-Mundy. Dick Young, associate executive […]
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