Starting at USM during summer session is more common than you might think — and one current student says it gave them a head start they did not expect. Keep reading for five tips from a student who has been there.
Tim Fogleman arrived in Maine having visited the state exactly once. Two years later, he’s graduating from the University of Southern Maine with a public health degree, a Free Press byline, and friendships he calls the bedrock of everything. Keep reading to hear how a leap of faith led him to USM, what he found when he got here, and what he wants students to know about building community from scratch.
As she prepares to graduate from the University of Southern Maine, Lizzy Fogg is closing out a chapter defined by performance, international research, and the relationships that helped her grow into both an artist and a more confident version of herself.
Zoe Barnes is preparing to graduate from the University of Southern Maine in August 2026 with a nursing degree and a national title in shot put. Now in her fifth and final year, the New Gloucester native is reflecting on her athletic and academic career. Like many students, she navigated uncertainty before ultimately finding her path in the classroom and in competition.
We caught up with Zoe to find out how it all came together — and what it took to finish strong.
Take a look behind the scenes at how University of Southern Maine students, staff, and faculty turned Cabaret from an idea into a full production. Keep reading to see the process through the eyes of a lead performer and the stage manager who helped bring it all together.
When Mohamed Ali arrived at the University of Southern Maine, he expected college to follow a simple formula: go to class, graduate, and move on. Keep reading to see how three internships and the Career & Employment Hub reshaped his experience, building skills, confidence, and a clearer career path.
Making major life decisions as a young adult isn’t always easy — something that becomes especially clear once you start college. A couple years ago, I made the choice to transfer to the University of Southern Maine and commute to classes while living at home.
Being a commuter student comes with challenges and I know it’s not for everyone. Keep reading to find out what works for me, and what my life looks like as a commuter student at USM.
Coming back to college as an adult usually means handling more than just classes. Many adult students at the University of Southern Maine also work full-time, care for families, and manage other commitments while studying.
Adult students balancing multiple responsibilities often have limited time and capacity to learn about available campus resources, even though accessing these supports is critical to their college success. Keep reading for five resources that adult students tell us they wish they had known about earlier.
A USM marketing student traces his interest in consumer behavior back to a beachside candy shop. See how Nicholas Mauro’s early observations led to a marketing major and a Bristol Seafood internship.
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.