Revised Housing Policy for First-and Second-Year Students
The University of Maine at Machias is both a living and a learning community. Residence life complements the academic mission of the University, allowing students to develop as leaders through opportunities to organize and direct the social and cultural life
of the University. Living in residence halls encourages students to become more involved in their campus community, develop lasting friendships, and respect their fellow students and faculty with different perspectives and backgrounds. Furthermore, residing on campus enhances a student’s prospects for academic excellence, since they are more likely to use campus resources such as the library or writing and tutoring services; receive academic and emotional support from faculty, staff, and other students; and become more engaged with their classes and the faculty who teach them. These improved prospects for the academic and social growth of its students have led the University of Maine at Machias to require that all first- and second-year students live in a residence hall, space permitting. Requests for exception from the housing requirement should be directed to the Director of Student Life. Exceptions may be granted to the following:
- Students who are age 22 or older
- Students who are married
- Students who have custody of minor children
- Students who can document a medical condition incompatible with residence hall life
- Students with extenuating financial circumstances
- Students graduating from local high schools, who will be commuting from their legal residence in that school district. Eligible schools include:
Calais High School
Lubec High School
Saint Stephen High School, New Brunswick
Washington Academy
Campobello High School, New Brunswick
Machias Memorial High School
Shead High School
Woodland High School
Jonesport-Beals High School
Narraguagas High School
Sumner High School
During the 2006-2007 academic year, this housing policy applied to first-year students only. Effective fall 2007 and thereafter, this policy applies to all first-and second-year students, including transfer students.
