This month’s spotlight shines on Kathy Mayo-Reese from Steuben, Maine who graduated in 1987 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Studies with a concentration in Marine Ecosystems. Tell us a little bit about what you are doing now. … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias athletics department has announced the addition of men’s and women’s varsity cross country beginning in September 2019. Coached by UMM Director of Athletics and Fitness, Mike Belanger, the team will compete in the YSCC. … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias will host its annual Community Holiday Party on Wednesday, December 19, from 4-6 p.m. in the Reynolds Center. President Joan Ferrini-Mundy and Head of Campus Andrew Egan will be present. Children’s activities will include … Read More
This month’s spotlight shines on William (Will) McCorkle from Topsham, Maine who graduated in 2016 with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Recreation and Tourism Management. Will is current working as Assistant Aquatic Director/Swim Coach for the YWCA in Lewiston, … Read More
Students of the Interdisciplinary Fine Arts Program at the University of Maine at Machias will celebrate the end of the semester with a series of free concerts. On December 10, at 7 p.m., the recital will feature performances by the … Read More
Admission to two home basketball games at the University of Maine at Machias will be free to anyone bringing a donated gift for a local family. This gift drive will take place at the men’s game on Friday, December 7 … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Tunes at Noon series will feature a performance from one of UMM’s own students, Mackie Hood. Performing as part of the Low Tide Trio, Hood will play upbeat jazz and covers of hits on … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias presents “Līve”, an exhibit of sculptures by Taylor Coburn exploring the human figure and its relationship with nature, on display from December 7th to 21st at the UMM Art Gallery. An opening reception will … Read More
Thanks to all of our friends, neighbors and partners for supporting Question 4 on election day. Funding from the bond will help us make the University of Maine at Machias an even better place to study, play and work as … Read More
Boston-based indie duo The Western Den will perform at the University of Maine at Machias on Wednesday, November 28 at 8 p.m. They describe their forthcoming debut album A Light Left On as “orchestral, ethereal, and complex.” This event will … Read More
Machias, Maine — University of Maine at Machias junior Dawn Johnson has been named Student Athlete of the Year for Division 2 soccer by the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA). Awarded for academic performance and community involvement, the annual … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight shines this month on Tim Heavrin, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 1994 with a major in English and Secondary Education. Tell us a little bit about what you are doing now. Currently, … Read More
The Robinson Ballet Company will stage the 31st annual production of The Nutcracker at the University of Maine at Machias on Saturday, November 17. Performances of the Tchaikovsky holiday classic at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. in the university’s Performing … Read More
Sorry to say that we just heard from Shay Stewart-Bouley that she can’t be here next week. This event is postponed until further notice. Join us for an evening with “Black Girl in Maine,” award-winning local blogger Shay Stewart-Bouley, on Monday, … Read More
University of Maine at Machias will host a forum for Washington County candidates for state office on Thursday, October 25 from 6-8 pm. The forum will be co-moderated by UMM faculty members Tora Johnson and Sherrie Sprangers, and will be … Read More
On Thursday October 25 and Friday October 26, the University of Maine at Machias will hold its annual Haunted Forest. Led by students and faculty in the Recreation Management Department, this spine-chilling tradition includes guided hikes down a ghoul-studded trail. … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias will present a screening of the American historical drama “Iron Jawed Angels” on Tuesday, Oct. 16 at 6 p.m. Based on actual events, this film tells the epic story of the passionate young suffragettes … Read More
On Wednesday, October 17, at 6 p.m., Dr. Heather Leslie will deliver a public seminar on the topic of coastal community resilience. She will describe how she and other scientists in Maine and worldwide are developing the knowledge and collaborative … Read More
Come to campus to learn about UMM programs, tour our beautiful campus, meet faculty and staff, and enjoy a delicious lunch. Register by October 22 at the link below or by calling/texting 207-263-8755. Open House runs from 10 a.m. to … Read More
Boston-based septet Juice will bring their distinctive blend of rock, R&B and hip-hop to the stage at the University of Maine at Machias on Thursday, October 11 at 8 p.m. Learn more about Juice at: https://www.itstimeforjuice.com/. This event is part of … Read More
Kathy Hecht, a part-time instructor at the University of Maine at Machias, has received an award from the Points of Light Foundation for her longtime work with veterans and their service dogs. In 2012, the university received a Maine Community … Read More
Couldn’t join us for Sunday’s forum with gubernatorial candidates? UMM live streamed the event, and it’s now available to watch here. We’re proud to serve as a home for important conversations like this one.
The University of Maine at Machias will present a screening of the award-winning documentary film “Dawnland,” on Monday, Sept. 24 at 6 p.m. This feature-length film follows the first-ever Truth and Reconciliation Commission for Native Americans as its members travel … Read More
Three alumni will be inducted into the University of Maine at Machias Athletic Hall of Fame on September 22, 2018. The inductees are David Carroll ‘63, John Kohtala ‘88 and Sara Moore ‘05. Carroll was a basketball player known for … Read More
University of Maine at Machias and the League of Women Voters of Maine will host a forum for candidates for governor on Sunday, September 16 at 6 pm. Janet Mills, democratic candidate, and independents Alan Caron and Terry Hayes have … Read More
John Cassidy, a professional comedian, magician and balloon artist, will perform at the University of Maine at Machias on Thursday, September 6 at 8 pm. Cassidy holds several Guinness World Records for his balloon sculpting speed. He has appeared numerous … Read More
Beals, ME – The Downeast Institute (DEI), will celebrate the grand opening of its new $6.6 million facility expansion on Saturday, August 11 from 11am-3pm. The expansion built a state- of-the-art shellfish hatchery and creates the easternmost marine research laboratory … Read More
MACHIAS – Washington Academy teacher Kailee Colbeth, a graduate of the University of Maine at Machias, is one of eight semi-finalists being considered for the distinction of being the 2019 Maine Teacher of the Year. “I’m still sort of in … Read More
Congrats to UMM students Josie Griffin and Wyatt Roy! Both are participating in the 2018 Maine Government Summer Internship Program. Griffin is an agricultural technical services assistant with the Department of Agriculture, Conservation, and Forestry. Roy is a vehicle emissions … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine — Maine EPSCoR’s Sustainable Ecological Aquaculture Network (SEANET) is funding two projects in Washington County to better understand the effects of environmental change and management policies on soft-shell clams and Atlantic sea scallops. Sustainable aquaculture presents opportunities for … Read More
Juvenile soft-shell “steamer” clams are not surviving to adulthood due to high levels of predation extensive field research shows. The research, led by Dr. Brian Beal, a professor of marine ecology at the University of Maine at Machias and Director … Read More
Ponuwon Wocuhsis Brodeur, a junior at UMM, is turning tragedy into action. During the fall 2017 semester, four members of Brodeur’s family died for reasons related to mental health. Her response? Work harder. Now, a national foundation has taken notice. … Read More
University of Maine at Machias to Hold 107th Annual Commencement MACHIAS, Maine — The University of Maine at Machias will hold its 107th Commencement Ceremony at 2 p.m. Sunday, May 13 in the Reynolds Center gymnasium. One hundred and three … Read More
UMM Presents over $71,000 in Scholarship Awards at Honors Convocation The University of Maine at Machias held its annual Honors Convocation on April 25 and presented more than $71,000 in scholarships and awards. The event was held in the campus … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias will hold its annual Celebrate UMM Day on Wednesday, May 2, 2018. This event celebrates the work of students in the areas of academics and community service, and includes student presentations, displays, videos, music … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias will hold two events for April’s Sexual Assault Awareness month. In partnership with Atlantic Mental Health Center’s Sexual Assault Services, and the Next Step Domestic Violence Project, the university is hosting a Take Back … Read More
Join us for Live at the PAC on Friday, April 13 at 8 pm for The Gothard Sisters! The Gothard Sisters are a dynamic group of three sisters, whose impressive array of talents have set them apart as one of the … Read More
April 10, 2018 Dr. Ferrini-Mundy, the chief operating officer of the $7.8 billion National Science Foundation and a New Hampshire native, has provided campus-based academic leadership as an associate dean, and served as professor of mathematics at two land grant … Read More
Ask Andrew Egan what he’s most looking forward to in his new job and he lights up. “The students,” he says. “I can’t wait to get to know them.” Effective August 13, Egan will be vice president of academic affairs … Read More
In November 2018, Maine will elect its next governor. As of now, eleven candidates are under consideration for the primaries. Seven are democrats, and four are republicans. As part of its public service mission, the University of Maine at Machias … Read More
Johnny Peers plays the straight man to a comedy troupe of dogs, and will take the stage at UMM on Thursday, April 5 at 7 p.m. in the Performing Arts Center. This is a slapstick comedy act unlike any other. … Read More
PORTLAND, MAINE — Presidents of the Universities of Maine at Machias, Augusta, Fort Kent, and Presque Isle informed the University of Maine System Board of Trustees today that the promise initiative announced last October has already produced 300 financial aid … Read More
Two new artworks have arrived on campus at the University of Maine at Machias. Both donated by Machias resident, Sandi Bryand, the sculptures are in place by the pond at the center of campus. One sculpture, metal work by Peter … Read More
UMM’s Psychology and Community Studies program is featured on the American Association of Colleges & Universities website alongside eight other academic departments across the country that have “crafted hands-on, project-based learning requirements that tackle public problems in concert with others.” Because of the innovative, successful … Read More
Machias, Maine — The University of Maine at Machias has received a $200,000 Davis Educational Foundation grant to improve student retention and academic performance by expanding a program called Supplemental Instruction. SI has been offered at the university in STEM … Read More
MaineToday Magazine published an article about a film created by University of Maine at Machias students in Alan Kryszak’s Down East documentary class. The semester-long film project, “Who Made You in America?,” focuses on the current state of the immigration debate … Read More
Because of the weather forecast for Saturday (rain!) all outdoor portions of the Winter Carnival have been cancelled. However, please join us for the fun, indoor events listed below. Everything is free and open to the public. Showing of Thor … Read More
Author Sara Majka will deliver a reading at the University of Maine at Machias on February 8 at 6 p.m. This event is part of the Maine Writers Series, and is supported by the university’s English, Creative Writing, and Book … Read More
This weekend, UMM’s Clippers will provide four different chances to come over to the Reynolds Center for some basketball! On Saturday, Jan. 27, the team will take on Vermont Tech. Women play at 3 pm, and men play at 5 … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Student Engagement and Inclusion organization has launched a monthly concert series to take place in Kilburn Commons. Tunes at Noon will feature a different musical artist each month, and will take place from 11:15 … Read More
Comedian Hailey Boyle will perform at the University of Maine at Machias on Tuesday, January 23 at 8 pm in Kilburn Commons. A rising star on the New York comedy circuit after her transplant from Fairbanks Alaska, Boyle was a … Read More
Andrew Egan has been named vice president for academic affairs and head of campus at the University of Maine at Machias (UMM), effective Aug. 13. Egan was one of four finalists in the national search for the next leader of … Read More
UMM is back in the news! This story, aired on Maine Public’s Marketplace, features UMM’s 1+3 engineering program agreement with UMaine and our student, Phil Parent. Innovative educational opportunities are economic development, and this effort will help Maine attract and … Read More
Once again, we’re bragging up our basketball players because they are so brag-worthy! Each week of the season, the Yankee Small College Conference chooses two players of the week. Selections are based on a combination of game statistics, personal stories, … Read More
This Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Shannon Garland from Robbinston, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 2016 with a major in outdoor recreation management with a concentration in sports and fitness management. She currently … Read More
Four UMM students enrolled in a research methods class are working with the Community Caring Collaborative to help identify local people willing to serve as mentors. It’s another example of the hands-on experiences UMM students enjoy in their coursework. The survey … Read More
University of Maine at Machias’ student activities organization, SAIL, will host two showings of a double feature. The films will be Guardians of the Galaxy 2 and IT. SAIL stands for Student Activities Involvement and Leadership, and the organization hosts … Read More
“Teaching,” says long-time University of Maine Music music instructor, Gene Nichols, “is mostly planting seeds and not knowing when or where they might sprout.” One of Nichols’ seeds was planted in the mind of Jeff Shaw, a UMM alum who graduated in … Read More
Four finalists have been named for the position of Vice President for Academic Affairs and Head of Campus at the University of Maine at Machias (UMM). Between Nov. 16 and Dec. 6, the candidates will visit both the University of Maine … Read More
Theme: Life at UMM Send us your smiling faces! We want quality pictures of you and your friends enjoying all that UMM has to offer. In the lab. On the beach. In the book arts studio. In the classroom. In … Read More
The second in the annual Roque Island series of lectures on Environmental Conservation will be presented on Wednesday, November 15th at the University of Maine at Machias. Dr. Nicholas Fisichelli will present a lecture “Seeing the Future Forest Through the … Read More
We are saddened to learn of the recent deaths of two longtime UMM faculty members, Frances Robinson and Milton Fuller. Our thoughts and hearts are with their families. See links for more information. Milton Fuller: http://obituaries.bangordailynews.com/obituary/milton-fuller-1925-2017-998004491 Fran Robinson: http://obituaries.bangordailynews.com/obituaries/all-categories/search?search_type=advanced&ap_search_keyword=frances+robinson
On Wednesday, November 8 at 5:30 pm, the Psychology and Community Studies Department at the University of Maine at Machias will host a screening of the documentary film SEED: The Untold Story. The film will be followed by a discussion … Read More
University of Maine at Machias will host a Veteran’s Day luncheon from 11 am – 1 pm in the Reynolds Center Conference Room on Monday, November 13. Sponsored by the university’s Student Accessibility Services and Student Activities, the event is … Read More
The holiday classic, The Nutcracker, will be performed by the Robinson Ballet in the Performing Arts Center on Saturday Nov. 18 at 3:00 and 7:00 pm. Tickets are $12 adults/$6 students/seniors, and $3 children 12 and under. Tickets will be … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight shines this month on Arlena Ryan from Jonesport, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 2016 with a major in College Studies and Business Management. She is currently working as an administrator at Sunrise Care … Read More
Poet and book artist Emma Sovich is visiting UMM this week and working with our creative writing students to make broadsides in the book art studio. On Wednesday, November 1, she will deliver a reading of her poetry at 6 … Read More
UMM engineering student Philip Parent and faculty member William Otto are featured in this story on Maine Public. It highlights one of the ways that the One University initiative is changing the path through college in really important ways, and … Read More
UMM senior Olivia Streit earned the first place award in the poster competition at the annual Maine GIS Education Conference on Friday. Her poster, entitled “GIS Modeling of Shoreland Zoning Regulations to Support Municipal Compliance,” focused on the complex geospatial … Read More
Thursday’s Haunted Forest has been cancelled due to rain. Come on Friday instead! There’s some pretty creepy stuff in the woods behind UMM. Come see for yourself on October 27. Little people (ages 4 – 9) should come between 6 … Read More
The fifth annual Roque Island Lecture on Environmental Conservation will be presented on October 24th at the University of Maine at Machias. Dr. Abe Miller-Rushing will present a lecture entitled “Can Citizen Science and Collaboration Change the World? Or At … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Art Gallery will open a show of the work of photographer Lisa Tyson Ennis with a reception on Oct. 18 from 5 – 7 pm. Entitled What Once Was, the show will be on … Read More
UMM is so excited to announce a new scholarship program for Maine students. UMM (and three other campuses in the UMaine system) will provide additional support to cover all tuition and fees for Pell-eligible students who are full-time and who maintain a … Read More
Senior Rory Morgan is featured in the Bangor Daily News in their role as a SEA Fellow who presented results of their field research on Arctic surf clams conducted at the Downeast Institute. Rory participated a statewide symposium attended by … Read More
Our Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Maryann Lecompte from Lewiston, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 1979 with a major in Business Education. She works in Auburn, Maine as a Fiscal/Administrative Officer of a … Read More
The Washington County Special Olympics swim program will begin its third season on Thursday, October 12 from 10 – 11 am at the UMM pool. Special Olympians of all ages are encouraged to participate. The first session will include a … Read More
Congrats to Karen Beeftink and Mark Douglas for earning their Maine Guide licenses! Both are professors of Environmental Recreation here at UMM. Karen is now a licensed Maine Guide in recreation and sea kayaking, and Mark’s license is in recreation. … Read More
UMM is your first stop on the way to Dublin and the United Kingdom. Spend your spring break with Prof. Bernie Vinzani on a tour of this glorious part of the world. Open to students and community members. Reasonably priced … Read More
University of Maine at Machias will host two authors, Meagan Cass and Erin Smith. for a reading on Friday, Sept. 29, 2017 at 4 pm in Merrill Library. The event is free and open to the public. Both authors will … Read More
This Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Elisa Sousa from Richmond, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 2001 & 2008 with majors in Recreation Management & College Studies. She is currently working in Strong, Maine … Read More
This Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Cheyenne Robinson from Patten, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 2016 with a major in Psychology & Community Studies. I am currently living in Roque Bluffs and working … Read More
This Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Carrie Kelly Gazda from Wallingford, Connecticut, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 1986 with a major in Recreation and Business Management. She is currently working in the town of … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Art Gallery will be exhibiting the recent work of Margaret LaFarge in a show titled Interior Spaces – The Meaning of Home. The show will open August 16th and continue to September 29th. The … Read More
This Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Amanda Merchant from Addison, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 2016 with a major in Psychology & Community Studies. She is currently working in Beals, Maine as a … Read More
June 30, 2017 The University of Maine at Machias recognized 231 students for achieving Dean’s List honors in the spring 2017 semester. Of the students who made the Dean’s List, 201 are from Maine, 19 are from 11 other states … Read More
This Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Daniel Pontbriand from Auburn, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 1976 with a major in Recreation Management. He is currently living in Grafton, New Hampshire and is a … Read More
This Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Joe Overlock from Warren, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 2006 with a major in Biology. He is currently working as a Fisheries Management Supervisor for the Maine … Read More
This Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Jesse Blackburn from Cherryfield, Maine, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 2013 with a major in Psychology and Community Studies. He is currently working as an Academic Counselor with … Read More
Two University of Maine at Machias students have won prizes in a system-wide competition hosted by the University of Maine at Augusta. Both are students of UMM Professor Tessa Mellas. Alondra Candelario, a first year student in Education, placed second … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias held its annual Honors Convocation on April 26 and presented more than $63,000 in scholarships and awards. The event was held in the campus’ Performing Arts Center and featured a welcome message from Interim … Read More
A group of University of Maine at Machias senior students have been reclaiming UMM’s greenhouse to augment local produce offered on campus. Over the past few weeks, they cleared out all dead plants, performed soil tests, augmented the soil and … Read More
Cheyenne Robinson of Roque Bluffs was a student at the University of Maine at Machias when she began her internship at The Next Step, a domestic violence agency. Robinson then was hired on a part-time basis while a senior at … Read More
University of Maine at Machias to Hold 106th Annual Commencement MACHIAS, Maine — The University of Maine at Machias will hold its 106th Commencement Ceremony at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 13 in the Reynolds Center gymnasium. Eighty nine students will … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias is hosting a free concert, 7-9 p.m. Saturday, April 22 in the Performing Arts Center. Indie rock band Hillsburn is based out of Nova Scotia and have performed to rave reviews.
The University of Maine at Machias is hosting a movie fundraiser, 6:30 p.m. Friday, April 21, and 4:30 p.m. Saturday, April 22, both showings in the Performing Arts Center. Admission is $5 with 100% of proceeds goings to the ARK … Read More
A group of University of Maine at Machias botany students are working with Director Rich Bard of the Downeast Coastal Conservancy to develop a management plan for the 126-acre Pike Lands property in Lubec. Don’t think for minute, however, that … Read More
University of Maine at Machias student Amanda Smith of Machias has received the Maine Campus Compact Heart and Soul Student Award. Maine Campus Compact is a coalition of 18 member campuses aimed at reinvigorating the public purposes and civic missions … Read More
A group of University of Maine at Machias students were presenters last week at this year’s Maine Recreation and Park Association Annual Conference in Portland. The Environmental Recreation and Tourism students’ presentation, Expanding Your Game Bank, was very well received … Read More
A University of Maine at Machias first year student has been accepted to intern this summer at the British Virgin Islands to study an endangered species of iguana. Kyle Little of Lyman, Maine, whose major is Wildlife Biology, with concentrations … Read More
Special Olympic competition in Washington County will begin at 9 a.m. May 5 on the University of Maine at Machias campus. This event will include games for the Athletes to participate in, a reception, awards ceremony, and a parade. Special … Read More
With assistance from a Hudson Foundation grant, three University of Maine at Machias students have launched The Sipayik Hunger Initiative, a plan to create access to nutritious produce. Ashley Libby, Laura Mitchell and Kylie Nepture are seniors in UMM’s Psychology … Read More
A leadership team has been named for the University of Maine at Machias as part of the new partnership with the University of Maine, effective July 1. Dr. Kay Kimball will serve as executive dean/chief academic and operations officer. … Read More
Health Equity Alliance will present Sexual Health and Education for People Over 50. This event will be held from 12-2 p.m. Tuesday, April 25, in UMM’s Science 102 auditorium. This is free and open to the public. The event is … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Wolf Luman of Bellows Falls, Vermont, who graduated from the University of Maine at Machias in 2013 with a double major in English and Interdisciplinary Fine Art. He is currently an artist and … Read More
The 2017 Clothesline Project and Take Back the Night March will be held this year on Thursday, April 20. The Take Back the Night March is an international event that was created in the 1970s to enable women and men … Read More
Merrill Library on the campus of the University of Maine at Machias and Porter Memorial Library in Machias are jointly hosting a tea as an opportunity to learn about resources at both facilities. From 3-4 p.m. Friday, April 14, there … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine — The University of Maine at Machias will be hosting the 10th Annual Rainbow Ball Weekend from April 7-9, a major education and socialization weekend for LGBTQ middle/high school and college students. Nearly 250 visitors and presenters will … Read More
MACHIAS, ME – The University of Maine at Machias is now part of a medical mentoring service that will take place on rural UMaine campuses and will be run by UMM Alumnae Kelsi Bean and a Maine physician. UMM is … Read More
University of Maine at Machias President Sue Huseman has announced that the University of Maine System unanimously granted tenure to four UMM faculty members at their meeting earlier this week. Those approved are Dr. Uriah Anderson, Dr. Heather Ball, Dr. … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine – The University of Maine at Machias will be hosting Lubec author Penny Guisinger at 4 p.m. Friday, April 7, at the Merrill Library on campus. This is the fourth literary reading this year as part of The … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias has hired three new coaches. Athletic Director Nick Cowell announced Betty J. Marshall as head coach of the women’s soccer team; Amy Fritz as head of the volleyball team; and Joseph Tibbs as coach … Read More
Join the University of Maine at Machias on Saturday, April 15, for our annual CAPY Awards honoring UMM’s outstanding student-athletes and their accomplishments on and off the field over the past year. This year’s awards will include the inductions of … Read More
A wide variety of athletic and educational summer camps for both children and adults is scheduled at the University of Maine at Machias. From basketball to bookbinding, the programs offer something for everyone. The Clipper Athletics Camps are a great … Read More
The World Famous Harlem Rockets – an extraordinary basketball entertainment team – will be performing at the University of Maine at Machias at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 5, at the Reynolds Gymnasium. UMM students, staff and faculty are free. Community … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine — The Presidents of the University of Maine at Machias and Washington County Community College signed a landmark agreement Thursday afternoon which will insure that WCCC graduates, once they have achieved their associate degrees, are guaranteed admission to … Read More
An informational meeting on the training and use of service dogs will be held in Science 102, Monday, March 27, from 4-6 p.m. This will be an opportunity to learn more about service dogs and find out about upcoming training … Read More
The Harold Alfond Foundation has made a $1.8 million gift to support the expansion of the Downeast Institute for Applied Marine Research and Education in the Washington County town of Beals. The announcement was made by the Foundation’s Chairman, … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine — When the faculty and staff at the University of Maine at Machias recently learned of the passing of a retired faculty member, they were saddened but immediately began planning for a memorial gift in her honor, … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Alumni Spotlight shines on Tori Marshall of Sedona, Arizona, a 2008 UMM graduate with a degree in Recreation Management. Tori is an Education and Interpretation Coordinator at Coconino National Forest. Tell us a little … Read More
Branches, an adult alternative music group from California, will be performing at the University of Maine at Machias’ Performing Arts Center at 8 p.m. Wednesday, March 1. Free to UMM students; $5 for community.
A student-led UMM film on opiate addiction and solutions, “Whatever Works: Exploring Opiate Addiction,” has been set for 6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 2, at the UMM Performing Arts Center on campus. The film premiere includes interviews with local recovering addicts, medical … Read More
UMM wishes all students and faculty a safe, healthy and fulfilling Winter Break 2017 !!
Coach Troy Alley reports that both the men’s and women’s basketball teams have qualified for the Elite 8 Tournament! This tournament will be played in Portland February 16-20. To qualify for this tournament both teams finished in the top 8 … Read More
There will be a special discussion forum for alumni and community members to learn more about the University of Maine at Machias Primary Partnership with UMaine Orono and to pose questions and concerns on February 15, 2017, from 4:30-5:30 in … Read More
The UMM student film on opiate addiction, Whatever Works, scheduled for Thursday evening has been rescheduled until 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 16 in the PAC. The Valentines’ Cupcake giveaway by St. Aidans Church in Torrey Hall has been postponed until … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Alumni Spotlight shines on Colleen Brown of Whiting, UMM Class of 2013, who is currently a special education teacher at Washington Academy in East Machias. Tell us a little bit about what you are … Read More
DUE TO A SNOWSTORM: THIS FILM HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR THURSDAY, FEB. 16, 6:30 P.M. IN PAC The University of Maine at Machias Video Class, under the direction of Alan Kryszak, has created a documentary film on opiate addiction … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine — The University of Maine at Machias literary journal, The Binnacle, is seeking local submissions, offering three great opportunities for area writers and readers in the coming months. The journal, which typically publishes pieces from around the world, … Read More
Think of a mad violinist with roots in Texas country, a background in saxophone, and some training at Berklee College of Music to boot – Rhett Price’s epic stylings of contemporary songs have saved him from the rough days when … Read More
Students in the University of Maine at Machias Mammalogy and Animal Physiology classes worked in the field tagging, weighing and inspecting a mother black bear and cubs this week at a remote location. They were invited by Maine Inland Fisheries … Read More
The 2017 Sunrise Senior College Winter Warm Up series will be screening videos of the Camden Conference’s The New Africa, a three part series. The showings will be held at 12:30-3 p.m. on Jan. 28, Feb. 4, and Feb. 18, … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine — The University of Maine at Machias Video Class, under the direction of Alan Kryszak, has created a documentary film on opiate addiction prevention, “Whatever Works: Exploring Opiate Addiction.” Students interviewed and filmed dozens of local people, including … Read More
University of Maine at Machias professor Bernard Vinzani recently collaborated with paper artist Emma Sovich on work published in the Hand Papermaking, Inc’s 30th anniversary’s 12th Portfolio titled Intergenerationality. Vinzani is a professor at the University of Maine at Machias … Read More
UMM will kick off Black History Month with a showing of the movie Selma on Friday, February 3 at 8 pm in the Performing Arts Center. This event is free and open to the public. Selma chronicle’s Martin Luther King’s … Read More
The University of Maine System and the Downeast Institute (DEI), home to the Marine Science Field Station of the University of Maine at Machias, have secured $5 million in investments from state and foundation partners to build and equip the … Read More
University of Maine at Machias Athletics is currently searching for a Head Men’s Soccer Coach, Head Women’s Soccer Coach, and Head Women’s Volleyball Coach. Successful candidates for each position should have at least two years of coaching experience in their … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias will be hosting several matinee movies over the next three months. The first, MOANA, will be at 2 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 11. The others include DOCTOR STRANGE, 2 p.m. Saturday, March 18, and PASSENGERS, … Read More
Ever wonder what a fried grasshopper tastes like? Or why someone would eat it in the first place? How about roasted crickets? Now is your chanced to educate yourself at this live, taste and education presentation! Bug Delicacies! 8 p.m. … Read More
Spring Orientation is scheduled on Tuesday, January 17th. For more information, please call the Student Engagement & Inclusion Office at 207-255-1245 or email ummcampusactivities@maine.edu. We are planning many activities and events to welcome new students to the University of Maine … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias has selected two UMM faculty projects for a total of $8,550 in Libra Foundation funding. The Libra Foundation is a private foundation that awards grant funding throughout the state of Maine. Both projects will … Read More
Friday, Jan. 20 – 8 p.m. at the University of Maine at Machias Performing Arts Center: Mind reader Eric Dittelman. Free to all UMM students, staff and faculty. $5 for community members. Have you ever wondered what it would be … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Tammy Carr of Marshfield, a 2010 UMM graduate of the Behavioral Science and Community Studies program. Tammy is now a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)/Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor (CADC) Tell us a … Read More
An important conversation for Washington County coastal communities: Coastal Conversations Radio Program: Waterfront communities prepare for climate change impacts Waterfront Communities Prepare for Climate Change Coastal Conversations show: December 23, 2016, 10 a.m. WERU 89.9 in Blue Hill and 99.9 … Read More
UMM Athletic Director Nick Cowell has received the U.S. Collegiate Athletic Association Power Rankings of the season – UMM’s men’s basketball team is ranked 13th in the country and the women’s team is ranked 18th in the country. Nick said … Read More
The University of Maine extends an invitation to all community members, faculty, staff and students to attend the annual Holiday Reception, 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13, in the Reynolds Center. Refreshments and music will be offered.
Tonight’s basketball games with the University of Maine at Fort Kent are cancelled due to weather in the visiting teams’ area and rescheduled for next Thursday, December 8.
The Alumni Spotlight for December shines on Elizabeth Sullivan, 2006 UMM graduate from the Environmental Studies/Behavioral Science and Community Studies program. Originally from Connecticut, Liz now lives in Marshfield and is the Human Services Instructor at Washington County Community College … Read More
UMM Senior Willow Weed-Eaton will hold an opening reception for her senior art show, Psyche in Bloom, at the UMM Art Gallery in Powers Hall at 6 p.m. Monday, Nov. 28. The event is free and open to the public.
The UMM Men’s Soccer Team left Tuesday morning for National Competition in Virginia. Good luck Clippers!! Here is the latest information on positions and how to watch the games: The men are seeded #10 and will play in Pool B: Friday, … Read More
University of Maine at Machias students recently visited the lost community of Atusville, on outer Court Street in Machias, as part of their Community and Place Studies. Their guide was Professor Marcus LiBrizzi, who has written a history of Atusville. … Read More
A limited number of spots are still available on the University of Maine at Machias ten-day trip to Spain in Spring 2017. The trip, open to both students and community members, will leave from Bangor on March 25, 2017, and … Read More
The Robinson Ballet Company of Bangor will bring Tchaikovsky’s holiday classic, “The Nutcracker” to the University of Maine at Machias with a pair of performances on Saturday, November 19. Performances in UMM’s Performing Arts Center will be held at 3 … Read More
The traffic pattern at the University of Maine at Machias will be changing from two-way to one-way on its three major roads to allow for an additional 66 parking spots on campus, including additional handicapped parking. If the weather permits, … Read More
Team now headed to Virginia for national competition. Coach PJ Singh has been named Conference Coach for both the men’s and women’s teams. Congratulations!!
The UMM Food Recovery Network will be traveling to the University of Maine at Augusta this Friday, October 28 and Saturday, October 29th to participate in the 2016 Maine Campus Compact Hunger Dialogue Conference. The members of the UMM Food … Read More
For the second time this fall, the University of Maine at Machias has been nationally recognized as leading Maine in innovation, affordability and online education. UMM was named sixth in the state as one of Maine’s Best Online Colleges by … Read More
More than three years in the making, the film World Apparent is a production of UMM students Chantal and Elina Carter, featuring more than a dozen UMM students, staff, and faculty members. World Apparent is a witty comedy on the … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Anna Adams of Rockland, a 2011 graduate of the Recreation Management Program. Anna is originally from Mariaville, Maine, and is currently the Community Outreach and Events Coordinator for … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine — The University of Maine at Machias will hold a Referendapalooza forum discussing the five initiatives on the ballot this November. The Referendapalooza will feature a panel and community discussion led by faculty members Jon Reisman and Garrett … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias is hosting its annual Haunted Forest on Thursday and Friday, Oct. 27 and 28. The event is sponsored by Dr. Karen Beeftink’s students in UMM’s Environment, Recreation and Tourism Management Program. There will be … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias will be hosting a Theater at Monmouth performance Shakespeare’s The Tempest at 6 p.m. Monday, Oct. 24, in the UMM Performing Arts Center. There is also a morning performance for students only but the … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias will hold its 2016 Washington County Legislative Candidates Forum at 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 27 in Science 102. Confirmed attendees include Senate candidates Rock Alley (D) and Joyce Maker (R), and House candidates Will … Read More
This year’s Maine Policy Scholar from the University of Maine at Machias is Alyssa De Silva, who is researching the impact of the decline of the bee population on Washington County agricultural industries, such as blueberries and cranberries. UMM Professor … Read More
Today’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Heather Whalen of Hartford, Maine, a 2012 graduate of UMM’s Environmental Recreation and Tourism Management program. She is currently a project supervisor for Maine’s Section 28 Agency. Tell us a little bit about what … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Susan King Caverly of Millinocket, a graduate of UMM, Class of 1974 with a degree in Business Education. Susan is currently the co-Owner of Allagash Tails LLC. Tell us a little bit about what … Read More
University of Maine at Machias President Sue Huseman kicked off the 2016-17 academic year Tuesday morning with a welcome back breakfast for faculty and staff. At the event, 12 people were recognized for 5, 10, 15, and 35 years of … Read More
In the cool, daylight basement of the Science Building on the University of Maine at Machias campus, a dozen research aquariums are bubbling away, tended carefully by senior student Clair Aldrich and Biology Professor Dr. Gayle Kraus. The salt-water tanks … Read More
University of Maine at Machias junior Malcolm MacDonald uses a viewing tube to peer into the waters of Gardner Lake, testing visibility levels and taking water quality measurements. MacDonald is part of a statewide network of lake water volunteers but … Read More
Today’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Tim Caverly of Millinocket, a 1972 UMM graduate with from the education program. Tim is currently a Maine author of seven books on the Maine outdoors, after serving more than three decades as a Maine … Read More
MACHIAS, Maine — Early each morning, while the leafy greens are still wet with dew, volunteers head into the two gardens on the University of Maine at Machias campus – one at the O’Brien House and a second behind Torrey … Read More
This week’s University of Maine Alumni Spotlight shines on Jace Farris of Roque Bluffs, a 2012 graduate of the Psychology and Community Studies program with a focus on Psychology. Jace is now a Quality Management Specialist at Aroostook Mental Health … Read More
This week’s UMM Alumni Spotlight shines on Kelsi Bean of Saco, a 2011 graduate of the UMM Behavioral Science and Community Studies program. Kelsi is a third year medical student at the University of New England at Biddeford. Tell us … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Erin Hughes Leighton of Steuben, formerly of Canterbury, Connecticut. Erin is a 2011 UMM graduate with a degree in Interdisciplinary Studies. She is now the front desk coordinator at Sorrento Dental Associates. Tell … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Heather Woodhams of Seattle, Washington, who is originally from Topsham, Maine. She is a 2011 UMM graduate of the Marine Biology Program. Heather is currently a North Pacific Groundfish Observer. Tell us a little … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Jack A. Frost, Class of 1989, who is originally from Baldwin and now lives in Ellsworth. Frost graduated with a business education degree and is now the Director of Philanthropy for Maine Coast … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Jake Snyder, UMM Class of 2014 with a degree in Marine Biology. Jake lives in Canterbury, Connecticut, and is a research assistant at the University of Connecticut’s Avery Point. Tell us a little … Read More
Today’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Kiefer Robinson of Biddeford, UMM Class of 2014 with a degree in Outdoor Recreation Management. Robinson is currently the Assistant RV Resort Manager at Wagon Wheel RV Resort and Campground, Old Orchard Beach. Tell us … Read More
The UMM Alumni Spotlight shines brightly this week on Tony Roy of Jonesboro, Class of 2004 with a degree in Recreation Management. Ropy is now a high school special education teacher in Machias. Tell us a little bit about what … Read More
UMM’s Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Captain Rob Gordon of Calais, a 2007 UMM graduate with a degree in Outdoor Recreation Management. Rob is currently a captain for Eastport Windjammers and an admissions’ counselor for Washington County Community College. … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Caitlyn Roy of Jonesboro, originally from Madison, New Hampshire, who graduated from UMM in 2007 with a degree in elementary education. Caitlyn is now a fifth grade teacher at Jonesboro Elementary School. Tell … Read More
UMM’s Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Derik Lee of Grand Lake Stream, Maine. Derik is a 2010 UMM graduate, originally from Skowhegan, Maine, with a degree in Environmental Studies. He is currently a Fish Culturist with Maine Department of … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Michael Giudilli of Trescott Township, a 2011 UMM graduate with a degree in Environmental Recreation and Tourism Management. Michael is currently a teacher for the Cobscook Community High School Program at Cobscook Community Learning … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight this week shines on Kelly Pontbriand of Gouldsboro, a 1980 UMM graduate with a degree in Environmental Studies. She is currently an administrative technician at Acadia National Park as well as a trainer and handler of rescue … Read More
Today’s UMM Alumni Spotlight shines on Rachel Collora Smith of Columbia, a 1999 UMM graduate with an associate degree in office management. Rachel is currently the office and finance manager at Blueberry Ford in Machias. Tell us a little … Read More
Today’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Anthony Martiniano of Troy, New York, a 2011 UMM graduate with a degree in Business and Entrepreneurial Studies, and a Concentration in Management. Anthony is currently a branch manager with Enterprise Rent A Car. Tell … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Said Aghil Baaghil of Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. He is a 1990 UMM graduate with a degree in Business Administration and Marketing. He is currently a branding and marketing advisor in Saudi Arabia. Tell … Read More
UMM’s Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Aaron Whitman of Kittery, who graduated from UMM in 2011 with a double major in Marine Biology and Biology. Aaron is now a research technician at the Gulf of Maine Research Institute. … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Bill Ashby, formerly of Lubec, who is the Athletic Director and Men’s Soccer Coach at the University of Maine at Fort Kent. Bill graduated from UMM in 1991 with a Bachelor of Arts degree … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Elizabeth Singh of East Machias, originally from Washburn. Elizabeth is a 2005 UMM graduate with a BS in Education and is currently a fourth grade teacher in Machias. Tell us a little bit … Read More
This week’s UMM Alumni Spotlight shines on Destiny Cook, formerly of Brewer and now of Gorham, who is a 1995 Recreation Management graduate. She is currently a district manager for Arbonne, International. Tell us a little bit about what you … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Jonathan Winglass, a 2013 UMM graduate with a degree in Recreation and Tourism Management. From New Hampshire, Jonathan now lives in Fort Belvoir, Virginia, and works for the U.S. Department of Defense. His position … Read More
The UMM Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Katie Beckwith, formerly of Van Buren, Maine, now living in Quito, Ecuador. Katie is a 2010 UMM graduate with a degree in Environmental Recreation and Tourism. She is now the Business Development … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight this week shines on Katie Hackley of Avalon, California, a 2012 graduate of UMM with a degree in Marine Biology and Secondary Science Teaching Certification. a native of Connecticut, Katie is a Marine Science Instructor on Catalina … Read More
Today’s UMM Alumni Spotlight shines on Sterlynn Clendenin of Colorado Springs, Colorado. A native of Palm Coast, Florida, Sterlynn graduated from UMM in 2006 with a degree in Recreational Management. She is currently the University Events Specialist for the University … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Joshua Kuester of Grand Lake Stream, formerly of Connecticut. Joshua graduated from UMM in 2010 with a degree in Environmental Studies. He is currently a fish culturist at the Grand Lake Stream State of … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Melissa Moffett of Machias, a 1995 UMM graduate with a degree in Business Administration. Melissa is the vice president of customer service at Machias Savings Bank in Machias. Tell us a little bit … Read More
This week’s University of Maine at Machias alumni spotlight shines on faculty member Dr. Brian Beal, a 1979 graduate of UMM with a degree in Biological Technology. Brian is currently UMM’s Professor of Marine Ecology. He lives in Machiasport. … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight this week shines on Joyce Hatt Fragale of Machias, a 1982 UMM graduate with a Bachelors of Science degree in Marketing/Small Business Management. Joyce was recently appointed principal of Rose M. Gaffney Elementary School in Machias. Tell … Read More
This week’s UMM Alumni Spotlight shines on Chris Lobley of Unity, formerly of Westbrook, who graduated UMM in 2000 with a degree in Recreation Management. Chris is now the Assistant Vice President, Branch Manager at Bangor Savings Bank in Unity. … Read More
This week’s UMM Alumni Spotlight shines on Kimberly Bastille, Class of 2014, with a degree in Biology with a concentration in Fisheries and a minor in Marine Biology. Kim, is originally from Saco but is now living and working at … Read More
This week’s UMM Alumni Spotlight shines on Joseph McBrine, Jr., of East Machias, Class of 1994 with a degree in Outdoor Recreation Management. Joe is a sergeant with the Maine Warden Service and owns his own woodcarving business. Tell … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight this week shines on Tyler Ham of Cape Girardeau, Missouri – formerly of East Millinocket – who graduated in 2014 with a degree in biology. Tyler is now a Fisheries Research Technician with the Missouri Dept. of … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Lisa Thompson of Gorham, UMM Class of 1988. Lisa graduated from the Recreation Management Program and is now a Recreation Coordinator for South Portland. Tell us a little bit about what you are … Read More
Today’s University of Maine at Machias Alumni Spotlight shines on Lori Lee Look McBrine of East Machias, Class of 1995. Lori earned her Bachelor of Science/Business Education degree and is currently the teacher and owner of Open Road Driving Academy. … Read More
The UMM Alumni Spotlight this week shines on Larry Barker of Machias, Class of 1995. Larry’s degree is in Business Administration and his now the President and CEO of Machias Savings Bank. Tell us a little bit about what … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Kayla Wood, Class of 2012, of Machiasport, Maine. Kayla is a preschool teacher at Rose M. Gaffney Elementary School in Machias. Tell us a little bit about … Read More
Today’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Brad Jordan, UMM Class of 2012. Originally from Saco, Brad now is a registered Maine sea kayak guide at Bar Harbor. Tell us a little bit about what you are doing now: I am … Read More
Today’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Colleen Coffey of Bangor, a 2013 UMM graduate. Colleen is currently a library assistant at Nottage Library at the University of Maine Augusta. Tell us a little bit about what you are doing now: … Read More
Today’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Sarah Castor. Formerly of East Machias and now living in Trenton, Sarah graduated in 2013 with a degree in biology. She is currently an advanced genotyping technician at Jackson Laboratory. Tell us a little bit … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Dana Colwill of Farmingdale, a 1983 Recreation Management graduate of UMM, who is now the director of the Augusta Civic Center. Tell us a little bit about what you are doing now: As Director, … Read More
The Alumni Spotlight shines this week on Josh Spencer, a 2012 UMM graduate. Josh is from East Machias and lives in Machias. He is currently the manager of it LLC, a local store that focuses on sales, eBay sales, electronics … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Travis Foster, UMM class of 2008. Travis is a native of Grand Rapids, Michigan, and currently lives in Christchurch, New Zealand where he is a PhD Candidate at the University of Canterbury. Tell … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight is Heather Perry, Class of 1995, originally of Machiasport, and now living in Shirley, Maine. She has been the Superintendent of School in RSU 3, and starting in July, Heather will be the Superintendent of Schools … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight shines on Breanna Pinkham Bebb, Class of 2012, and now the executive director of Our Town Belfast, a nonprofit downtown revitalization program. Bebb is originally from Winter Harbor and now resides in Belfast. Tell us a … Read More
Today’s Alumni Spotlight is David Gill, class of 1991, of Chichester, New Hampshire, but originally from Dunoon, Scotland. David is now the Parks and Recreation Director for City of Concord, NH. Tell us a little bit about what you are … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight is Steven Paul Tomajer of Howell, New Jersey, who graduated from UMM in 2012, from the Environmental Science/Wildlife Biology Program. He is currently a wildlife biologist for a private company in NJ. Tell us a little … Read More
This week’s Alumni Spotlight is Joni Pendleton, Class of 1985, a native and currently living in Stockton Springs, Maine. Joni is the Vice President and Business Control Manager of Bank of America. Here is Joni’s story: Tell us a little … Read More
This week’s UMM Alumni Spotlight is Nathaniel Jillette, class of 2010. Nate is a native of Lewiston who now lives in Seal Harbor, Maine. He is a research assistant at Jackson Laboratory. Tell us a little bit about what you … Read More
The University of Maine at Machias Wednesday Alumni Spotlight this week is Allen Lennox Jr., a native of Attleboro, Massachusetts, who graduated in 2011 from UMM’s Recreation & Tourism Management program. Lennox is now Security Event Manager for Gillette Stadium/NE … Read More
Today we are launching Alumni Wednesdays – a chance to highlight some of our University of Maine at Machias graduates who are working around the world. Our first alumni to be featured is Derek Ibarguen, class of 1997. Derek is a … Read More