New alma mater unites Huskies in song
The first public performance of the alma mater is scheduled to take place at USM’s 145th Commencement on May 10 in Portland.
University of Southern Maine to celebrate 145th Commencement on May 10th
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The University of Southern Maine’s commencement ceremony is the culminating event on the academic calendar, giving the opportunity for individual recognition to every graduating student who wishes to participate. In all, about 1,600 students will be eligible to participate.
Class of ’25: Maddie Weston found ‘missing piece’ with a second major
Three years after her arrival on campus from her hometown of Bradley, Weston, now 21, is graduating with majors in both Political Science and Economics. And she plans to attend law school in the fall.
Class of ’25: Belviga Mpolo’s journey starts with determination, ends with a degree
On Saturday, May 10, she’ll graduate from the University of Southern Maine with a bachelor’s degree in Social and Behavioral Sciences, a GPA that hovers between 3.8 and 4.0, and plans to start her master’s degree in Social Work.
USM goes batty for ‘Die Fledermaus’
The cast was serious about the music in ‘Die Fledermaus’ while also leaving room in their performances for comic improvisation.
The University of Southern Maine earns 2025-2026 Military Friendly® School designation
posted in: Military-Affiliated Student Hub, Press releases
More than 1,800 schools participated in the latest survey to determine designations with 830 earning special awards for going above the standard.
Shouldering heavy loads to ease heavy hearts
Engraved stones representing military members who died while on active duty will be exhibited on campus for two months.
Musical adaptation of ‘Little Women’ is not your average Jo of a show
The relationship between aspiring writer Jo March and her sisters is the emotional crux of both the play and the book upon which it was based.
Terrance Hayes draws a full house to match the emotional fullness of his poetry
Terrance Hayes is the author of several poetry collections including “Lighthead,” which won the 2010 National Book Award.
USM renames two Gorham Campus streets
The University Way Ext. has been renamed Albert Bean Jr. Drive in honor of retired Athletic Director Al Bean. A previously unnamed road in front of the Public Safety building has been named Ronald Saindon Drive in honor of Ron Saindon, who retired from USM in 2021 after nearly 30 years with USM Public Safety.