USM among Maine colleges honored for outstanding teacher prep programs
The award honored 16 public and independent higher education institutions in Maine, recognizing the collective efforts of all to prepare the next generation of teachers.
Student center doubles as jazz club/opera house/Broadway theatre for Osher Gala
The Osher School of Music brought its annual scholarship gala back to campus after three years at venues outside the University of Southern Maine.
New play transfers buzzer beater excitement from sports field to stage
posted in: Department of Theatre, Office of Admissions, University news
“Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind” challenges its cast of first-year students to perform scenes from 30 plays in 60 minutes.
Maine’s public universities will provide free tuition to Lewiston mass shooting victims
As requested by Gov. Mills, the University of Maine System will ensure the cost of college is not a barrier for those directly impacted by the tragedy by providing free tuition and establishing a fund to support other postsecondary educational expenses.
Making a philosophical case for environmental protection
As the inaugural presenter in the Louden Family Lecture Series, Dr. Martin Hägglund explained what it means for humans to be “rational animals” and the responsibilities inherent to that status.
Drawing strength from each other at Lewiston vigil
People touched by the recent mass shooting in Lewiston came together for a vigil at USM’s LAC Campus to express their grief and resilience.
If it takes five years or 30 to get there, the Husky Hall of Fame is worth the wait
posted in: Department of Athletics, Office of Admissions, University news
The seven athletes who make up the Class of 2023 at the Husky Hall of Fame set records and won titles across a wide range of sports.
Stonecoast’s Elizabeth Hand takes on Hill House in new novel
Hand is the first writer authorized to continue the world of Shirley Jackson’s “The Haunting of Hill House.”
A tale of two teams with championship dreams
posted in: Department of Athletics, Office of Admissions, University news
Within hours of each other, both the field hockey and women’s soccer teams proved their championship bona fides.
Portland vigil comforts campus community in wake of tragedy
posted in: Office of Admissions, Office of the President, University news
“Over the past few days we learned that we lost friends and family directly connected to our university,” President Jacqueline Edmondson said. “Our community mourns with everyone who is impacted. And I wish to personally extend my sincere condolences to all of you.”