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SUMMARY:Future Leaders' Voices: Student Perspectives on Pluralism and Democracy in America
DESCRIPTION:Our USM Forum on American Democracy concludes with an evening centered on the voices of students — our next generation of civic leaders. In this culminating event\, our Forum Scholars will share their reflections on pluralism and democracy in today’s America. \nForum Scholars are students nominated by USM’s three college deans for their interest in leadership and civic life. Over the course of the year\, they participated in a seminar with President Edmondson\, engaging deeply with the ideas presented throughout the Forum on American Democracy series. This event will showcase their perspectives\, insights\, and visions for a more inclusive and democratic future. \nJoin us in celebrating their contributions — and in listening to the thoughtful\, challenging\, and hopeful ideas they bring to the table. \n  \nThis event is free and open to the public\, and registration is required in advance. \n  \nMeeting friends for the event? Wander over the street to the Husky Brew in the McGoldrick Center for Career & Student Success for a drink\, coffee\, or bite before or after the event! \n  \n\n  \nAbout the Forum Scholars\nThe Forum Scholars program brings together a select group of students from across USM’s colleges for a year-long exploration of democratic ideals\, civic responsibility\, and pluralism. Through readings\, discussions\, and dialogue with campus and national leaders\, these students deepen their understanding of what it means to lead in a complex\, diverse society. \nEach Forum Scholar will be recognized during the event and presented with a certificate honoring their participation and contributions. \n  \n  \n\n  \nAbout the Forum\nThe USM Forum on American Democracy is a year-long public series designed to engage the University of Southern Maine (USM) and the broader community in thoughtful conversations on the foundations and future of a democratic society. Hosted by President Edmondson\, the Forum invites multiple perspectives on timely civic topics through keynote speakers\, panel discussions\, and campus-wide engagement. \nCheck out the full event series \n  \n\n  \nSpecial Thanks\nThis event is made possible by the generous support of the Pond Family Foundation.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/future-leaders-voices-student-perspectives-on-pluralism-and-democracy-in-america/
LOCATION:Hannaford Hall — Abromson Community Education Center\, 88 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture or panel discussion
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SUMMARY:Leadership Beyond Graduation
DESCRIPTION:Curious how USM prepares students for life after graduation? Join a panel of recent alumni as they reflect on how their time at USM shaped their leadership and career paths. \n  \nThis event is open to all students! Lunch will be provided\, and all attendees will have a chance to win a raffle! Registration is required in advance.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/leadership-beyond-graduation/
LOCATION:McGoldrick Center for Career & Student Success\, 35 Bedford Street\, Portland\, ME\, 04101
CATEGORIES:Lecture or panel discussion
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SUMMARY:O'Brien Poetry Event
DESCRIPTION:The O’Brien Poetry Event will be held on Thursday\, April 16\, 2026 in the McGoldrick Center\, Salons A/B/C\, Portland. There will be an informal Q&A session from 3:30-4:30 pm and the reading will begin at 5:00 pm. Light refreshments will be served. Sign Language Interpreting services will be provided. This event is free and open to the public. Click here to add this event to your calendar. \nIlya Kaminsky was born in Odesa\, Ukraine in 1977\, and arrived in the United States in 1993\, when his family was granted asylum by the American government. \nHe is the author of Deaf Republic (Graywolf Press) and Dancing In Odessa (Tupelo Press) and co-editor and co-translated many other books\, including Ecco Anthology of International Poetry (Harper Collins)\, In the Hour of War: Poems from Ukraine (Arrowsmith)\, and Dark Elderberry Branch: Poems of Marina Tsvetaeva (Alice James Books). His work was the finalist for The National Book Award and won The Los Angeles Times Book Award\, The Anisfield-Wolf Book Award\, The National Jewish Book Award\, the Guggenheim Fellowship\, The Whiting Award\, the American Academy of Arts and Letters’ Metcalf Award\, Lannan Fellowship\, Academy of American Poets’ Fellowship\, NEA Fellowship\, Poetry magazine’s Levinson Prize\, and was also shortlisted for National Book Critics Circle Award\, Neustadt International Literature Prize\, and T.S. Eliot Prize (UK). \nIlya Kaminsky has worked as a law clerk for San Francisco Legal Aid and the National Immigration Law Center. More recently\, he worked pro-bono as the Court Appointed Special Advocate for Orphaned Children in Southern California. Currently he is a Professor and Director of Princeton’s Creative Writing Program.
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/obrien-poetry-event/
LOCATION:McGoldrick Center\, 35 Bedford Street\, Portland\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture or panel discussion,Visual and performing arts
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SUMMARY:Academic Film Showcase
DESCRIPTION:Communication and Media Studies’ annual Academic Film Showcase is rolling out the red carpet.\nWhat’s on the reel? Work from students studying video production in the following courses during this academic year: \n\nCMS 203/204: Intro to Video Production\nCMS 340/341: Narrative Filmmaking\nCMS 326: Special Effects and Animation\nCMS 440/441: Advanced Narrative Filmmaking\n\n\nJoin us!\nDate: May 5\nTime: 5:00-7:00 PM\nLocation: Talbot Auditorium\, Luther Bonney\, Portland Campus
URL:https://usm.maine.edu/calendar-of-events/event/academic-film-showcase/
LOCATION:Talbot Lecture Hall — Luther Bonney Hall\, 85 Bedford St\, Portland\, ME\, 04101\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture or panel discussion,Visual and performing arts
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