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Whether you are looking to study, snack, or socialize, the new center for campus life in Portland offers a wide range of amenities.
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FEATURED STORY: First students move into new Portland Commons dorms

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Sophia Slovenski shoulders a vaulting pole.

FEATURED STUDENT: Sophia Slovenski

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Visiting opera singer Megan Marino performs at the President's house.

DISTINGUISHED ALUMNI: Megan Marino hits vocal and emotional highs on campus visit

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T. Love Smith gives native plants the water they need to grow in the pollinator garden outside Luther Bonney Hall.

ENVIRONMENTALLY CONSCIOUS: Native plant garden sets campus abuzz

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A drag performer known as Lady D sings "Before He Cheats" at the first Gorham Pride celebration.

INCLUSIVE COMMUNITY: Huskies shine at first Gorham Pride celebration

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USM President Jacqueline Edmondson and SMCC President Joe Cassidy sign the Maine Pathways agreement.

ACADEMIC PARTNERSHIPS: Pathways agreement puts SMCC students on track to become Huskies

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Huskies making headlines

Media outlets are turning out new stories all the time about the extraordinary work of USM’s students, faculty, staff, and alumni. The coverage runs the gamut from local newspapers to national television and more. We’ve collected the stories into a single list for easy viewing.

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Scholarly publications

The books, academic papers, journal articles, and other publications generated by the USM community demonstrate a depth of expertise and creativity. Contributors include faculty, staff, students, and researchers, with additional material drawn from USM Libraries’ specialized collections. Visit the USM Digital Commons to view them or submit your own.

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Monthly newsletter: Spotlight

Every month, we share stories about our undergraduate and graduate students who are extending their learning experience well beyond the classroom walls, and faculty and alumni who make themselves available as supportive community connections.

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Writer’s guide to campus

Every college campus has its own language of abbreviations and acronyms. Some of the terminology regarding degrees and titles is common throughout higher education. But certain examples are unique to USM. From LAC to QC2, this guide helps you make sense of it all by setting a standard format for official campus communications.

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