The University of Maine Tourism, Hospitality, and Outdoor Recreation (THOR) Institute

The THOR Institute is your portal to courses throughout the University of Maine System! THOR is a new institute to serve as a coordinator and point of contact among UMS and the tourism, hospitality and outdoor recreation economies. Participating campuses are the University of Maine at Augusta, the University of Maine at Farmington, the University of Maine at Fort Kent, the University of Maine (Orono), the University of Maine at Machias, the University of Maine at Presque Isle, and the University of Southern Maine.

THOR is working to address needs highlighted by this industry in terms of education access, professional development, training programs, internships, co-ops, and apprenticeships. These efforts will enrich Maine’s talent pool in THOR related industries.

Community College Articulation Agreements

USM Tourism and Hospitality has articulation agreements with Southern Maine Community College, Eastern Maine Community College, York County Community College and Kennebec Valley Community College. Please review with your advisor upon acceptance.

Transfer Articulation Agreement for Baccalaureate Degree between Eastern Maine Community College and University of Southern Maine

Transfer Articulation Agreement for Baccalaureate Degree between Kennebec Valley Community College and University of Southern Maine

Transfer Articulation Agreement for Baccalaureate Degree with Southern Maine Community College (SMCC)

Transfer Articulation Agreement for Baccalaureate Degree between Southern Maine Community College and University of Southern Maine – Culinary

Transfer Articulation Agreement for Baccalaureate Degree between York County Community College
and University of Southern Maine
– Culinary


Connect with the Tourism and Hospitality Industry in Maine!

The USM Program in Tourism and Hospitality enjoys strong support from the Maine tourism community, and works with various individuals and organizations to develop program ideas and provide opportunities for students and graduates. We welcome you to learn more about Maine’s tourism and hospitality industry by following the links below.

State Offices and Commissions

State-Level Industry Associations

Local and Regional Organizations