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ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ News chronicles the accomplishments of students, faculty, and the institution through compelling stories, visuals, and news media.

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All news from across Maine’s largest independent university, where our forward-thinking professional opportunities, groundbreaking research, and hands-on learning experiences translate to real-world outcomes that improve the health of people, communities, and the natural world — all through the dedicated work of our students and faculty.

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Highlighting how ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ and its students, faculty, and professional staff translate bold ideas into real-world impact — bringing the promise of opportunity through hands-on learning, internships, new academic programs, engaging events, interdisciplinary research, community engagement, and more.

Student Stories

Miranda Carrabba and Delilah Poupore pose for a portrait
Science Collider: The Story of the Saco, was developed between ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ student Miranda Carrabba (Marine Affairs, ’25) and Biddeford community leaders to celebrate interdisciplinary and intercultural perspectives about the Saco River and its role in shaping the city’s industrial and cultural identity.

Recent ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ Media Coverage

Our faculty and leadership are regularly tapped for their expertise in the news media. If you are a reporter in need of a topical expert or have another media inquiry, please contact a member of the Office of Communications

State media cover ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ's new $1.6M grant to establish opioid response workforce training
ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ's Oak McCoy explains in TechTarget how AI can benefit businesses in supply chain management
School of Public and Planetary Health featured in top interprofessional organizational publication
Saco Bay News previews upcoming 'Science Collider' event spearheaded by ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ Sustainability Fellow

Faculty and Professional Staff News

Portrait of Noah Perlut holding seagulls on a roof in Portland
Founded in 1873, the Nuttall Ornithological Club was the first group in North America dedicated to the study of birds. At ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ, Perlut's research examines how human habitat management shapes bird and wildlife populations, including rooftop nesting gulls and grassland songbirds.

A Holistic Approach to Planetary Health

For the Health of Our World

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµâ€™s comprehensive health mission engages learners from across the University’s disciplines, preparing them to address emerging, interconnected challenges to human and environmental health. Learn more how our students are making a global difference

Cover of the 2024 Magazine that reads "ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ Magazine. Research for the Health of Our World"

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ Magazine

Small Steps, Big Impact

Our latest edition showcases ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ's emergence as a research powerhouse whose innovative work embodies the University's commitment to improving the health of people, communities, and our natural world. 

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About the ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ Magazine

The award-winning ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ Magazine is distributed nationally each fall and features compelling stories about our students, faculty, institutional initiatives, impactful research, alumni, and donors, plus complementary, interactive digital content.

Redefining the Future of Work

From Day One, Students Get Real-World Ready

Discover how ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ bridges academics and industry, connecting students with employers, alumni, internships, and job opportunities from their first days on campus, embedding career readiness into every facet of the student experience to grow the workforce and ensure our students’ long-term professional success.

Recent Accolades

Title
The Best Colleges in the U.S.
Source
Colleges of Distinction
Year
2025
Title
The Best 391 Colleges
Source
The Princeton Review
Year
2026
Title
Higher Earning Potential
Source
Carnegie Foundation
Year
2025

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About ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ News

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ News is produced and curated by the Office of Communications, which provides strategic and creative leadership and support for the ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ across all media and communications platforms. Our mission is to raise awareness for ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ, enhance the University’s reputation, facilitate operations, and foster community in alignment with institutional goals. Contact the ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓÆµ Office of Communications