Welcome to the Monthly Round-Up for April 2026! As spring arrives and campus comes alive, 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.
You got in — now it’s time to make it real. Keep reading for a full preview of USM’s Admitted Students Day events this spring.
Ted Campbell is a USM junior double-majoring in political science and economics, currently interning at the Maine Secretary of State’s Office. Keep reading to learn how he got there — and why he didn’t see it coming.
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.
Saving money in college can be a challenge — especially if you’re trying to manage spending for the first time. Keep reading to discover some practical ways to spend smarter and save money as a University of Southern Maine student.
As my senior year at the University of Southern Maine wraps up, I’m reflecting on one of the most meaningful parts of my college experience: four straight Little East Conference (LEC) championships with our women’s soccer team. Keep reading to learn how those four championships shaped my perspective on leadership, teamwork, and legacy.
The first time Christina Hart walked into Masterton Hall in 2002, she was a nursing student unsure if she belonged. Keep reading to see how, 23 years later, she’s back as a USM professor guiding the next generation.
University of Southern Maine senior studio art major and track captain Maddox Cahill landed a debut solo show in Los Angeles this fall. Keep reading to learn how he balances leadership in Division III athletics with a growing art career, and his advice for students chasing creative goals.
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.
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.