Orientation at the University of Southern Maine unfolds over several weeks, beginning when you submit your deposit and continuing through your first semester. Keep reading for what to expect at every step, from your advising appointment through Move-In and Orientation Weekend.
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.
In person. Blended. Online. The course search makes the options look simple, but choosing the right format is a big decision. Academic advisor Cody Rohde took classes in all three formats as a USM student and now helps students make that same decision every semester. In this Q&A, he explains what each format really looks like, what students should think about before registering, and why there’s no one-size-fits-all answer. Hear what he tells students before they build a schedule.
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.
Looking for a way to get outside and reconnect with nature this summer? Well, if your friend group is up for a drive, waterfall sighting, or scenic run, keep reading! I’ve picked out some of my favorite hikes for you to try — and none of them require expert hiking skills
USM’s third annual Adult Student Open House brings together nearly 30 campus offices and partners on Aug. 13, helping adult students 24 and older explore their options, prepare for fall and cross things off their to-do list before the semester begins. Keep reading to see what’s on the agenda, from clearing your immunization hold to picking up your USM Campus Card before classes start.
This summer, Camdyn Johnson spent her days in the halls of a museum under renovation, measuring 500-year-old fishing tools and combing through soil samples for clues about what people in Maine ate 12,000 years ago. Keep reading to see how this USM softball player and rising senior is helping rebuild a major exhibit at the Maine State Museum.
August Monthly Roundup Welcome to the Monthly Roundup, your go-to guide for what’s happening at the University of Southern Maine and across the Greater Portland area each month! During the summer, we feature community festivals and local events happening across … Read More
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.
Three-year-old Claire has always had a hard time keeping up with her big sister’s bike from the seat of her wheelchair. So two USM programs went to work. Engineering students handled the build. Occupational therapy students made sure it fit her life. Keep reading for how one custom car came together, and what it means for one Maine family.