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

Continued Acclaim for Education Excellence

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Princeton Review recognizes ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ as one of nation's best colleges for 11th year

In its 2026 report, the company praised ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ faculty who are accessible outside the classroom and ample opportunities for hands-on research and professional learning, study abroad experiences, and exceptional and accessible student tutoring, support, and career services.

Latest News

Three panelists discuss American politics at the Oct. 6, 2025 President's Forum

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ’s signature President’s Forum examines the state of American democracy

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ dental students participate in a career fair

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ's first immersive Industry Exploration Day will be held Thursday, Oct. 16

Two ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ business students join inaugural advisory board to support Maine Outdoor Brands organization

Two ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ business students join inaugural advisory board to support Maine Outdoor Brands organization

Four ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ students worked at NFL game in Ireland.

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ business students get behind-the-scenes look at historic NFL game in Ireland

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ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ in the Press

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ Online's end-of-life doula program touted and called pioneering in Bangor Daily News
David Smith’s expertise on dehumanization featured in opinion piece on Brazilian news site
David Smith shares insights on dehumanization and genocide in Holocaust-focused podcast
ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ's Marilyn Gugliucci discusses strategies for aging in place well
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Student Stories

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ dental students participate in a career fair

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ's first immersive Industry Exploration Day will be held Thursday, Oct. 16

As part of ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ's central promise to incorporate career readiness across all its academic programs, the immersive career and networking event aims to shape students’ early professional pathways by connecting them with the region’s top employers and building career-ready skills.
Two ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ business students join inaugural advisory board to support Maine Outdoor Brands organization
ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ business students get behind-the-scenes look at historic NFL game in Ireland
ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ researchers first to publish report on impact of 2024 storms on Maine coastline

Faculty and Professional Staff News

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ takes part in statewide confernee

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ scientists, students convene at statewide life sciences conference

Top researchers, science educators, and biotechnology business owners from across Maine — including several from the ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ — gathered in Portland over two days in September to share research insights at the 2025 Statewide Biomedical Science and Engineering Research Symposium. Five ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ researchers and science educators were among the three dozen speakers at the event and another 14 professional staff and students presented research in poster sessions at the event hosted by the University of Southern Maine.
ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ-run weather station aims to improve health of storm-battered communities
Meals for Maine event in 2025 helps to feed 150,000 across Maine
ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ’s Alicia Peters examines the structural causes of human trafficking in her new book
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ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ Research Comes to Life Off Maine's Coast

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ researchers have deployed a cutting-edge underwater seismometer near ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ’s Ram Island to monitor real-time seismic activity in the Gulf of Maine. The project, led by faculty and students, is enhancing our understanding of offshore earthquakes and fault lines in New England. Read more

Research: For the Health of Our World

The ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ Magazine

A ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ researcher and student write out formulas on a clear whiteboard

ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ is an emerging powerhouse of research in many fields, including bioscience, marine, environmental, health, and the humanities. This edition of the ÃÛÌÒTVÊÓƵ Magazine celebrates the University’s innovation and collective commitment to making meaningful impact while discovering solutions to the most pressing challenges of our time.

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