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Nursing Convocation Celebrates Heroes
Graduates of the Nursing program celebrated their convocation as a win against COVID-19 even as they steeled themselves for the bigger fight ahead.
USM receives an additional $1 million gift from the Crewe Foundation
The University of Southern Maine Foundation has received an additional $1,000,000 gift from the Crewe Foundation to support construction of a new Center for the Arts on USM’s Portland campus.
David Shaw Named USM Senior Fellow
David Shaw, alum, founder of IDEXX Laboratories, and the CEO of Black Point Group, has been named a USM Senior Fellow. Over the next two years, Shaw will collaborate with faculty and students, serve as mentor, and provide advising and research expertise.
USM Education Grads Sought After by Schools
Last spring, Landyn Bowers got three job offers to teach — one officially the same day she interviewed, two others from school leaders who wanted her if that first job fell through. She hadn’t even graduated yet.
Connect with us: Visits & Online Experiences
While our in-person visits and campus tours are limited, there are still many dynamic opportunities for you to learn about our thriving academic community from home. Attend an informational webinar about our university or a specific academic program, schedule a one-on-one video chat with a current student or an admissions counselor, and more. We’re excited to connect with you!
Cummings to Step Down as President of USM Next Summer
University of Southern Maine President Glenn Cummings has decided to step down as president at the end of June 2022 after the conclusion of the current academic year. He would return to the USM faculty after his presidency.
Alum Named Superintendent of the Year
Christopher Howell '92, '96G has been named 2022 Maine Superintendent of Year by the Maine School Superintendents Association. Howell is superintendent of RSU 14, which includes schools in Windham and Raymond. In annoucing the award, the Maine Department of Education lauded Howell for his integrity, educational vision, and organizational understanding.
Watch: USM's Virtual Groundbreaking Celebration
Join us in celebrating the launch of the Portland Campus Development Project by watching our Virtual Groundbreaking program, featuring remarks from several of our highly accomplished student groundbreakers.
News Highlights
Nursing Convocation Celebrates Heroes in the Fight Against COVID-19
Destress Fest Punctures the Pressure of Final Exams
USM receives an additional $1 million gift from the Crewe Foundation
Menorah Lights the Way for Reenergized Campus Jewish Community
Nursing Students Help Vaccinate Kids Against COVID-19
Employers welcome student veterans to seek available jobs
Q&A: Noah Hurowitz '13, Journalist and Author
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