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.
When I first began at the University of Southern Maine, I had already been on a pretty real roller coaster. I graduated high school in 2020, in the middle of a global pandemic. I had to put off attending my first college choice, the Fashion Institute of Technology, for a year. When I did go, I quickly realized it was not the right fit. I transferred out, regrouped, and eventually chose USM.
Fourth-year musical theater major Karoline Brechter shares how a bold detour helped her discover a new passion for marketing – one that will complement her future on stage. Keep reading to learn about the internship that paved the way for new opportunities.
Mandy Ho ‘26, a senior computer science student at the University of Southern Maine has already accepted a job offer with L.L.Bean. Keep reading to learn how she used internships, career resources and hands-on experience to make it happen.
Every semester, dozens of University of Southern Maine students land internships, build professional connections and gain career confidence — all over free dinner and mocktails. Keep reading to learn how the Career Hub’s Networking Dinner is changing the way students prepare for their professional futures.