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5 Career Fields You Can Pursue With a Political Science Degree

If you’re curious about how government, communities, and ideas shape the world, political science is a great place to start. Where it leads is up to you. Keep reading for five fields to explore.

10 Dorm Essentials to Pack for Your First Year at USM

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.

An English Major’s Summer Reading List: 10 Books Worth Your Time

Summer reading lists don’t have to come from a teacher — they can be light, fun, and unique to you. Even if you’re like me, juggling summer classes and work, there’s always time to sneak in a few chapters, whether you’re outside in the sun or beating the heat in the cool, crisp AC. Keep reading to find out the 10 books I plan to read this summer as an English Major at the University of Southern Maine. 

9 Things New England Students Should Know About the NEBHE Tuition Break Program at USM

If you live in New England — Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, or Vermont — there’s a program that could save you thousands of dollars a year at the University of Southern Maine, even as an out-of-state student. 

It’s called the NEBHE Tuition Break Program, and it’s one of the most underutilized benefits available to New England students considering a public university outside their home state. Here’s what you need to know.