University of Maine System Chancellor Dan Malloy’s April 27 message included information about two advisory groups essential to helping UMS campuses plan to resume safe and as-normal-as-possible operations in the fall. The Fall 2020 Safe Return Planning Committee is co-led by Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs Robert Placido and Chief General Services Officer Chip Gavin, Members represent each university’s […]

Information on the Families First Coronavirus Response Act For UMS employees, we recognize that during the current COVID-19 pandemic receiving the most accurate and up-to-date human resources information possible is of utmost importance. In compliance with Federal guidelines, we are providing the very latest information about the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, (FFCRA), that took […]

These are extraordinary times for our faculty, staff, and students. As we work to transition to new course delivery formats, living conditions and health uncertainties, the faculty and staff intend to extend the greatest possible consideration for students. The purpose of extending the timeline to choose a pass/fail grade is to provide a choice for […]

To help minimize the impact and possible spread of COVID-19, the University of Maine Police Department is taking extra precautions to ensure the safety of its officers and communications personnel. Please see the following message from UMPD Police Chief Roland LaCroix. Thank you in advance for your cooperation and understanding. UMaine COVID-19 updates are online. […]

AFUM has been engaged in collaborative work with the University of Maine System to best respond to the unprecedented challenges caused by the pandemic. A PDF of this update is available.

The College of Natural Sciences, Forestry, and Agriculture provides topic-specific contact information, and links to guidance for graduate students and their supervisors, and on remote operations.

President Joan Ferrini-Mundy led an informal virtual town hall March 19. In the live broadcast, she reviewed information updates related to teaching and research at the University of Maine and University of Maine at Machias during the coronavirus pandemic. She also answered questions received in recent days. Joining President Ferrini-Mundy were Interim Provost Faye Gilbert, […]

Extension of timelines — Spring 2020 These are extraordinary times for our faculty, staff, and students. As we work to transition to new course delivery formats, living conditions, and health uncertainties, the faculty and staff intend to extend the greatest possible consideration for students. The purpose of extending the timeline to choose a Pass/Fail grade […]

As noted in Chancellor Malloy’s message, UMS continues to monitor CDC, state, and federal guidance relative to the COVID-19 response, and we continue to seek to protect the health and safety of employees while meeting essential functions that our campuses provide to students and the State of Maine.   The following is an update to any […]

To all in our University of Maine and University of Maine at Machias communities: With the rapidly evolving COVID-19 situation affecting all of us, I want to take this opportunity to thank our students, faculty and staff, and all in our communities for your understanding, flexibility and responsiveness. We are facing an unprecedented public health […]

With the closure of some of K–12 schools, preschools and daycares, we understand that some of our employees will need to stay at home to care for their dependents. We ask that you work with your supervisor to determine if you can conduct your work at home, adjust your work schedule or take vacation time — or a […]

Please see the dedicated Frequently Asked Questions page for the most up to date information. We understand that the seriousness of the coronavirus pandemic is necessitating constant decisions and revisions of plans as we seek to ensure that our community is safe, and that we do our important part in averting the spread of this […]

To assist University of Maine System employees with workplace policies and procedures connected with the COVID-19 situation, the University of Maine System – Office of Human Resources has prepared a resource guide that contains helpful information on the following topics: Well employees Sick employees Paid sick time Return to work Returning from travel Employees at […]

Dear colleagues, students and community members at the University of Maine and University of Maine at Machias: We are paying close attention to state, national and international updates on the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, and we want to inform you of decisions made by the University of Maine System. As of March 10, 2020, there is […]

The University of Maine, the University of Maine at Machias and University of Maine System are committed to ensuring the health and safety of community members. In response to the coronavirus outbreak, United States Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) protocols are in place for anyone traveling to or in the U.S. UMaine, UMM […]

The latest information on preventing COVID-19 spread in communities is on the United States Centers for Disease and Prevention website. CDC videos also are available online. If you must travel: Avoid contact with sick people. Discuss travel to affected areas with your health care provider. Older adults and travelers with underlying health issues may be at risk for […]

The latest information pertaining to coronavirus in the U.S. and the state of Maine is online.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is closely monitoring an outbreak caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Chinese authorities identified the new coronavirus, which has resulted in close to 300 confirmed cases in China, including cases outside Wuhan, with additional cases being identified in a growing […]