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ul.kt-svg-icon-list{grid-row-gap:20px;}.wp-block-kadence-iconlist.kt-svg-icon-list-items54786_abe86a-fe ul.kt-svg-icon-list .kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap .kt-svg-icon-list-single{margin-right:20px;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-iconlist kt-svg-icon-list-items kt-svg-icon-list-items54786_abe86a-fe kt-svg-icon-list-columns-1 alignnone kt-list-icon-aligntop\"><ul class=\"kt-svg-icon-list\"><style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_e566e6-e6 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#3698d4 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_e566e6-e6 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_e566e6-e6 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-ic_check 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kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-ic_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 8 8\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.41 0l-.69.72-2.78 2.78-.81-.78-.72-.72-1.41 1.41.72.72 1.5 1.5.69.72.72-.72 3.5-3.5.72-.72-1.44-1.41z\" transform=\"translate(0 1)\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Internship opportunities in rural, urban and international settings<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_b396a1-4d .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#3698d4 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_b396a1-4d .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap 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kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_616226-75 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-ic_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 8 8\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.41 0l-.69.72-2.78 2.78-.81-.78-.72-.72-1.41 1.41.72.72 1.5 1.5.69.72.72-.72 3.5-3.5.72-.72-1.44-1.41z\" transform=\"translate(0 1)\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Preparation to thrive in a vast array of careers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column54786_a8ac19-be > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column54786_a8ac19-be > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column54786_a8ac19-be > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column54786_a8ac19-be > 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mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_159d28-29 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-ic_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 8 8\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.41 0l-.69.72-2.78 2.78-.81-.78-.72-.72-1.41 1.41.72.72 1.5 1.5.69.72.72-.72 3.5-3.5.72-.72-1.44-1.41z\" transform=\"translate(0 1)\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Access to the Kappa Omicron Nu human sciences honor society<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_90fcd1-58 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#3698d4 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_90fcd1-58 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_90fcd1-58 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-ic_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 8 8\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.41 0l-.69.72-2.78 2.78-.81-.78-.72-.72-1.41 1.41.72.72 1.5 1.5.69.72.72-.72 3.5-3.5.72-.72-1.44-1.41z\" transform=\"translate(0 1)\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Professional networking with peers, teachers, social workers and others in the field through the Early Childhood Organization<\/span><\/li>\n\n\n<style>.kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_95fbbf-66 .kt-svg-icon-list-single{font-size:20px !important;color:#3698d4 !important;}.kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_95fbbf-66 .kt-svg-icon-list-text mark.kt-highlight{background-color:unset;font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<li class=\"wp-block-kadence-listitem kt-svg-icon-list-item-wrap kt-svg-icon-list-item-54786_95fbbf-66 kt-svg-icon-list-style-default\"><span class=\"kb-svg-icon-wrap kb-svg-icon-ic_check kt-svg-icon-list-single\"><svg viewBox=\"0 0 8 8\"  fill=\"currentColor\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"  aria-hidden=\"true\"><path d=\"M6.41 0l-.69.72-2.78 2.78-.81-.78-.72-.72-1.41 1.41.72.72 1.5 1.5.69.72.72-.72 3.5-3.5.72-.72-1.44-1.41z\" transform=\"translate(0 1)\"\/><\/svg><\/span><span class=\"kt-svg-icon-list-text\">Robust and varied study abroad options<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-2 kt-inner-tab54786_2efe1a-e4\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_6534f3-63\">This broad degree program appeals to a variety of interests. Students who are interested in helping others, advocating for social change, and contributing to stronger and healthier communities will find the program to be an excellent path to a fulfilling career, whatever direction they choose. Possible career paths include: daycare staff\/owner, family support professional, crisis worker, child life specialist, family\/child advocate, preschool teacher, youth counselor, and many others.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_5b1149-85\">Our undergraduate program allows students to apply classroom knowledge in real-world settings in our local communities. Hands-on learning starts in the second year of study. The program offers two tracks: K-3 teaching certification, and professional preparation to work with children and families in community settings.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_21ccba-13\">The early childhood education option includes student-teaching experience. Our curriculum positions graduates to easily complete the application process for Certified Family Life Educator status.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_7227dd-d4\">Students can join the Early Childhood Organization (EChO), giving them the opportunity to collaborate with peers from nearby colleges, teachers, social workers and others in the field, allowing them to build their network before they graduate.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-3 kt-inner-tab54786_8d42fd-02\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_813c94-8b\">UMaine is the only school in the University of Maine System to offer a Child Development and Family Relations program. The purpose of the program is to advance students\u2019 knowledge of humans\u2019 physical, emotional and intellectual development throughout their lives.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_931d7d-8a\">Students learn how relationships form in society and how they can help families in need. We focus on diversity, teaching students to be responsive to children and families from marginalized groups and many walks of life. Our work aligns with state and federal priorities to assist our nation\u2019s most vulnerable members: infants and young children, youth who are at risk, families experiencing poverty, individuals with disabilities, the elderly, and marginalized or disenfranchised populations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-tab kt-tab-inner-content kt-inner-tab-4 kt-inner-tab54786_d1f51c-bb\"><div class=\"kt-tab-inner-content-inner\"><style>.kb-row-layout-id54786_75084f-96 > .kt-row-column-wrap{align-content:start;}:where(.kb-row-layout-id54786_75084f-96 > .kt-row-column-wrap) > .wp-block-kadence-column{justify-content:start;}.kb-row-layout-id54786_75084f-96 > .kt-row-column-wrap{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);row-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem);padding-top:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);padding-bottom:var(--global-kb-spacing-sm, 1.5rem);grid-template-columns:minmax(0, calc(50% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)))minmax(0, calc(50% - ((var(--global-kb-gap-md, 2rem) * 1 )\/2)));}.kb-row-layout-id54786_75084f-96 > .kt-row-layout-overlay{opacity:0.30;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-row-layout-id54786_75084f-96 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:repeat(2, minmax(0, 1fr));}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-row-layout-id54786_75084f-96 > .kt-row-column-wrap{grid-template-columns:minmax(0, 1fr);}}<\/style><div class=\"kb-row-layout-wrap kb-row-layout-id54786_75084f-96 alignnone wp-block-kadence-rowlayout\"><div class=\"kt-row-column-wrap kt-has-2-columns kt-row-layout-equal kt-tab-layout-inherit kt-mobile-layout-row kt-row-valign-top\">\n<style>.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-column kadence-column54786_96bf56-12 inner-column-1\"><div class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72\"]{font-weight:700;font-style:normal;font-family:'Roboto Slab';color:#003263;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72\"]{font-size:20px;}}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_205b5d-72\">Child Development and Family Relations<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1\"]{margin-top:-10px;font-size:20px;line-height:25px;font-weight:600;font-style:normal;font-family:'Open Sans';color:#3698d4;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1\"]{padding-top:10px;font-size:16px;}}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_9ddca5-b1\">College of Education and Human Development<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-54786_03c6f8-e1 .kt-block-spacer{height:50px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-54786_03c6f8-e1 .kt-divider{border-top-width:3px;height:1px;border-top-color:#003263;width:20%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-54786_03c6f8-e1 kvs-sm-false\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-left\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_db655c-df, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_db655c-df[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_db655c-df\"]{font-style:normal;color:#003263;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_db655c-df mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_db655c-df[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_db655c-df\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_db655c-df img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_db655c-df[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_db655c-df\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_db655c-df wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_db655c-df\"><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>Advising Center, Shibles Hall, Room 10<\/strong>2<br><\/strong><\/strong>207.581.2441  |  <a href=\"mailto:advisingcenter@maine.edu\">advisingcenter@maine.edu<\/a><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<style>.kadence-column54786_071813-35 > .kt-inside-inner-col,.kadence-column54786_071813-35 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{border-top-left-radius:0px;border-top-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-right-radius:0px;border-bottom-left-radius:0px;}.kadence-column54786_071813-35 > .kt-inside-inner-col{column-gap:var(--global-kb-gap-sm, 1rem);}.kadence-column54786_071813-35 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;}.kadence-column54786_071813-35 > .kt-inside-inner-col > .aligncenter{width:100%;}.kadence-column54786_071813-35 > .kt-inside-inner-col:before{opacity:0.3;}.kadence-column54786_071813-35{position:relative;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kadence-column54786_071813-35 > .kt-inside-inner-col{flex-direction:column;justify-content:center;}}@media all and (max-width: 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class=\"kt-inside-inner-col\"><style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0\"]{font-style:normal;color:#003263;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_b7f465-a0, 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Durst Child Development Learning Center Experience<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80\"]{font-style:normal;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80 mark.kt-highlight, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80\"] mark.kt-highlight{font-style:normal;color:#f76a0c;-webkit-box-decoration-break:clone;box-decoration-break:clone;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80 img.kb-inline-image, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80\"] img.kb-inline-image{width:150px;vertical-align:baseline;}<\/style>\n<p class=\"kt-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading54786_42d3cd-80\">Katherine M. 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