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From USM to Iceland: 5 Questions With a Fulbright Scholar

Northern lights (aurora borealis) glowing above Reykjavik, Iceland, photographed by USM Fulbright scholar Emma

February 24, 2026

Emma Adler ’24 is living her dream on a Fulbright in Iceland. Keep reading to learn about her path from South Paris, Maine to Reykjavik.

Emily Ireland delivers a speech at a microphone at the Maine luncheon during the Arctic Circle Assembly.

February 18, 2026

How a USM Student From Portland, Maine Took her Research to the Arctic Circle Assembly

Karoline Brechter stands next to her internship presentation poster at the Career Hub exhibition

February 13, 2026

5 Questions With a USM Musical Theater Major

Maxfield Rhine standing in front of Mitchell Institute step and repeat.

February 6, 2026

Finding My Path and My Place at USM

Purpose

Countdown to Commencement: A Checklist for Your Final Stretch at USM

February 23, 2026

Commencement has a funny way of sneaking up on you. One minute you’re focused on finals and the next you’re fielding questions about tickets, regalia and what time you need to be where.

This checklist is here to help you take a breath and get organized. Think of it as a calm companion for your final stretch at the University of Southern Maine. No need to tackle everything at once – you just need to know what’s ahead.

Cross sections of a camera with an video editing station

February 19, 2026

5 Real-World Careers You Can Build with a Media Studies Degree from USM

Mandy Ho candidly laughing sitting in the lobby of L.L.Bean headquarters.

February 12, 2026

From Intern to Employee: How One USM Student Landed a Job in Cybersecurity at L.L.Bean

Collin Page and peers laugh, while enjoying mocktails at the Career Hub Networking Dinner this November

February 5, 2026

Inside the Career Hub’s Networking Dinner: A Bridge to Professional Life

Place

March

February 23, 2026

Welcome to the Monthly Round-Up for March 2026! Whether you’re celebrating the the snow or counting down to spring, this month is loaded with events, activities, and experiences you won’t want to miss. Keep reading to discover what’s happening on campus and across Southern Maine this month.

A student sits at a desk surrounded by windows, writing and studying.

February 19, 2026

An Introvert’s Guide to USM in Portland, Maine

A person jumps with arms in the air on a snowy beach at sunset.

February 4, 2026

10 Winter Adventures Every Husky Should Experience Before Spring

February 2, 2026

The 6 Movies and Shows I’m Watching This Winter

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February 24, 2026

From USM to Iceland: 5 Questions With a Fulbright Scholar

February 23, 2026

March

February 23, 2026

Countdown to Commencement: A Checklist for Your Final Stretch at USM

February 19, 2026

5 Real-World Careers You Can Build with a Media Studies Degree from USM

February 19, 2026

An Introvert’s Guide to USM in Portland, Maine

February 13, 2026

5 Questions With a USM Musical Theater Major

February 12, 2026

From Intern to Employee: How One USM Student Landed a Job in Cybersecurity at L.L.Bean

February 6, 2026

Finding My Path and My Place at USM

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University news

Documentary screening of 9/11: Reclaiming Ground Zero hosted in Crewe Center Performance Hall

February 18, 2026

USM hosts screening of “9/11: Reclaiming Ground Zero,” examines democracy in practice

February 18, 2026

Celebrating our Fall 2025 Dean’s List students

February 13, 2026

USM students, alumni and faculty help make children’s theatre history with first ASL-integrated production

Aleigh, Atlas, and John showing off their new mobility optimized Jeep designed by Occupational Therapy and Engineering for Go Baby Go.

February 12, 2026

Built with heart: USM students design custom toy car for Maine child as part of national Go Baby Go program

Close-up of archival books displayed in a glass case at the Osher Map Library gallery.

February 11, 2026

USM’s Osher Map Library wins state grant for America at 250 lecture series

Becky Hallowell teaches a classroom lesson at Wiscasset Elementary School.

February 10, 2026

From classroom to statewide stage: Alumna Becky Hallowell ’11 reflects on her year as Maine Teacher of the Year

Emma Graffam on stage as Shelby Hinkley in I’m Gonna Marry You Tobey Maguire. Kat Moraros Photography.

February 3, 2026

USM theater and music students shine at 2025 BroadwayWorld Maine Awards

January 30, 2026

USM Art Gallery showcases student creativity in 2026 Juried Student Exhibition

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USM hosts screening of “9/11: Reclaiming Ground Zero,” examines democracy in practice

February 18, 2026

On Sunday, Feb. 15, the University of Southern Maine hosted a pre-release screening of the documentary “9/11: Reclaiming Ground Zero,” drawing roughly 90 students, faculty and community members for a program centered on democratic process and civic engagement. The film … Read More

February 18, 2026

Celebrating our Fall 2025 Dean’s List students

February 13, 2026

USM students, alumni and faculty help make children’s theatre history with first ASL-integrated production

February 12, 2026

Built with heart: USM students design custom toy car for Maine child as part of national Go Baby Go program

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