Maine’s Afrochella Brings Students, Community, and Culture Together for a Third Year
Hannaford Hall came alive Friday night as students filled the space with joy and music, gathering on the University of Southern Maine’s Portland campus … Read More
Veterans Say Federal Program Helped Them Find Support – and Success in College
When he first thought about going to college, Army veteran Austin Braun had no clue where to begin. He was lost in a maze … Read More
Women’s Soccer Team Clinches Fourth Straight Conference Title, Advances to NCAA Tournament
posted in: Department of Athletics, Office of Admissions, University news
On Saturday, November 8, the University of Southern Maine’s women’s soccer team secured its fourth consecutive Little East Conference (LEC) championship title. The 3-0 … Read More
Through Exploration, a USM Student Finds Direction in Operations and Supply Chain Management
Choosing a major or career path is rarely straightforward. For many students, it takes an unexpected experience — and the courage to explore something … Read More
USM’s First Economic Contribution Study Shows $384.5 Million Boost to Maine’s Economy
The University of Southern Maine’s first comprehensive Economic Contribution Study finds the University generated $384.5 million in statewide economic activity in the last fiscal … Read More
USM Cohort Joins Global Dialogue at Arctic Circle Assembly in Iceland
This October, in pursuit of new knowledge and collaboration, a group of ten students, faculty, and staff from the University of Southern Maine traveled … Read More
Experience “20 Walks” with Artist Lin Lisberger at USM’s Gorham Art Gallery
The University of Southern Maine Art Gallery in Gorham is now offering Artist Gallery Hours with exhibiting sculptor Lin Lisberger. Visitors are encouraged to … Read More
USM Community Rallies to Address Food Insecurity Through “SNAP Into Action” Drive
Two food pantries at the University of Southern Maine are launching “Snap into Action,” a campus-wide food drive competition throughout November to address growing … Read More
USM President Dr. Jacqueline Edmondson Recognized Among The Enterprise World’s Women Leaders of 2025
University of Southern Maine President Dr. Jacqueline “Jackie” Edmondson has been featured on the cover of The Enterprise World’s Women Leaders of 2025 issue. … Read More
Lecturer of Theatre Karmo Sanders Remembered Across Maine as Beloved ‘Marden’s Lady’
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Karmo Sanders, who taught playwriting and acting for non-majors at the University of Southern Maine, passed away on October 25, 2025. A beloved faculty … Read More