Reflection

There’s a whole calendar of free events on this campus, hiding in plain sight. Keep reading to find out how Campus Groups can help you make the most of it.

Juggling classes, work, and a busy schedule left me overwhelmed until I found the tool that changed everything. Keep reading to see how Google Calendar helped me stay organized and might just do the same for you.

Every August, I find myself trying to squeeze every last drop out of summer — but I’ve learned that a little prep goes a long way once the semester rolls around. Keep reading for the things I always do before classes start, whether it’s my first year or my last.

The countdown to move-in day is on, and if you’re anything like me, getting ready for your first year of college might make you want to pack everything you own — just in case you need it — but space in a dorm is limited, so it’s worth focusing on the essentials instead. Keep reading to find the items that made my room comfortable, organized and ready for college life.

Stonecoast MFA student Calvin Soule is currently 2,000 miles into a cross-country journey from Maine to Montana, documenting old-growth forests and climate refugia along the way. Keep reading to find out what inspired him to go — and what the road has looked like so far.

I used to pack my bags every weekend just to escape a school that never felt like mine — now I can’t imagine being anywhere but USM. Keep reading to see how one transfer changed everything, from my friend group to my career path.

Florence Guimont stood at Iceland’s Gullfoss waterfall, mist settling on her jacket, thinking: I can’t believe we’re actually here. Read on to find out how a USM freshman went from seeing a poster on campus to standing at one of Iceland’s most iconic landmarks.

For four years, USM has been more than just a school — it’s been the place where I found my people, my purpose, and myself. Keep reading to hear what I wish I’d known sooner, and what I’m carrying with me as I go.

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.

Keep reading to learn how a moment on a hiking path in Italy came to define Lizzy’s growth, confidence, and experience at USM.

As I near graduation, I’ve been reflecting on my four years at USM and the sense of belonging I felt from the very start. Keep reading to see how the campus, community, and experiences made it feel like a true home away from home.