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Aquaculture Research Institute Newsletter, December 2, 2022, Aquaculture Research Institute

General University of Maine Publications

Eight Projects through The University of Maine and partners receive federal funding from NOAA Grant Awards. NOAA has allocated over 2.9 million dollars to UMaine and other partners for the Fiscal Year 2022 from three different NOAA grant programs: Sea Grant, Saltonstall-Kennedy, and the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission. Recipients include the University of Maine’s Aquaculture Research Institute (ARI), University of Maine Center for Cooperative Aquaculture Research (CCAR), Maine Sea Grant, and Maine Aquaculture Innovation Center (MAIC) based at UMaine’s Darling Marine Center. ARI staff have received funding from all 3 grants. These projects will advance the environmental and economic …

Aquaculture Research Institute Newsletter, November 15, 2022, Aquaculture Research Institute

General University of Maine Publications

UMaine researchers to develop enhanced fishvaccines with nanocellulose. In an effort to support Maine and the nation’s growing finfish aquaculture industry, University of Maine scientists seek to develop more effective, safe, sustainable and affordable fish vaccines using nanocellulose produced from Maine’s renewable woodpulp industry.

S7e5: How Can Studying The Humanities Benefit Society?, Ron Lisnet, Beth Wiemann

The Maine Question

For 10 years, the McGillicuddy Humanities Center has bolstered student and faculty creative works and research in history, geography, language, social sciences and the arts. It funds and supports fellowships, lectures, symposia, panels, performances and exhibitions.

In this week’s episode of “The Maine Question,” Center director Beth Wiemann, discusses her team’s work and the benefits humanities scholarship provides to society.

Office For Diversity And Inclusion Newsletters, Fall 2022, Anila Karunakar, Office Of Diversity And Inclusion

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

A compilation of Fall 2022 weekly, email newsletters from the Office for Diversity and Inclusion.

University Of Maine Athletics_Maine Athletics Announces New, Relaxed Covid Policy Email, University Of Maine Athletics

Athletics Department

UMaine Athletic News email regarding the changing of COVID-19 policies, specifically that was no longer a requirement to show proof of vaccination or a negative COVID test to enter Alfond Arena or The Pit at Memorial Gymnasium. And that face coverings were no longer required.

From Self-Help To Self-Harm: Rhetoric In The Self-Help Industry, Grace S. Royle

Non-Thesis Student Work

Over the past several years, the self-help industry has become increasingly more successful and sought out; especially in the United States, whose modern society celebrates individualism and self-improvement. However, within this new and unregulated field lie several unknowns and invisible dangers. Multiple instances involving popular and beloved gurus have ended in tragedy, twisting cases of self-help into self-harm. This paper chases after just how this is possible and discovers that weaponized communication is largely to blame.

From Self-Help to Self-Harm: Rhetoric in the Self-Help Industry discusses the cases of James Arthur Ray, Keith Raniere, and Isaac Hershkopf to uncover how …

The Penobscot Nation, The State Of Maine, And The River Between Them, Jarred Haynes

Honors College

Since the arrival of Europeans in North America, Native Americans have been enticed into deceptive treaties and agreements that dispossessed them of their land, significantly alter their autonomy, and infringed on their sovereign rights. Sticking with this tradition, the State of Maine, today, is apprehensive to recognize Wabanaki sovereign rights, as guaranteed in federal Indian law. The rights and benefits that tribes have in other states, such as federal legislation regarding tribal healthcare, are withheld from Wabanaki Nations. This trepidation leaves Maine’s Native peoples vulnerable to political exploitation and environmental degradation. I endeavor to understand how Maine’s Land Claims Settlement …

Umaine’S First Equal Opportunity Director To Receive Honorary Degree, University Of Maine Division Of Marketing And Communication

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Screenshot of University of Maine Division of Marketing and Communication webpage with a press release regarding the University of Maine plan to award an honorary doctorate to JoAnn Fritsche, UMaine’s first director of equal opportunity and also director of the Women’s Development Program,

Office For Diversity And Inclusion Newsletters, Spring 2022, Anila Karunakar, Office Of Diversity And Inclusion

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

A compilation of Spring 2022 weekly, email newsletters from the Office for Diversity and Inclusion.

Effects Of Religious And Science Identity On Compatibility, Darby C. Casey

Honors College

Science and religion sometimes appear to clash; for example, some religious organizations reject COVID-19 restrictions on religious grounds. However, many people, like millions of religious scientists, see science and religion as perfectly compatible. The purpose of this study is to examine how people who identify as religious and people who identify as scientists think about science and religion as either compatible or in conflict. The study was conducted with psychology and honors undergraduate students at the University of Maine and consisted of surveys asking about students’ religious and science commitment, as well as their perceptions of the science-religion relationship. We …

Umaine Study Explores Diversity And Equity Practices In Higher Education Faculty Searches, University Of Maine Division Of Marketing And Communications

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Screenshot of University of Maine Division of Marketing and Communications UMaine News webpage regarding a recent journal article from two University of Maine researchers suggests that despite good intentions, implicit and overt bias, as well as institutional and structural barriers, may still hamper colleges’ and universities’ efforts to diversify their faculty ranks. The study’s authors were associate professor of higher education Leah Hakkola and doctoral student in higher education Sarah Dyer.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_ Women Hold Up Half The Sky. Mao Zedong Email, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion, Anila Karunakar

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and events.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_Spring Is Here! Email, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion, Anila Karunakar

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and events related to Women's History Month.

Help Make Umaine Inclusive For Everyone On Campus! Email, University Of Maine System Dei Steering Committee, University Of Maine System Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Survey sent to University of Maine System employees from the UMaine Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Task Force & The UMS DEI Steering Committee about the campus climate surrounding the issues of diversity and equity.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_ Honoring The Women Who Made You Email, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion, Sabrina Murray, Anila Karunakar

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and events related to Women's History Month.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_Happy Women's History Month! Email, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion, Anila Karunakar

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and events related to Women's History Month.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_Happy 2/22/22 On A T(Wo)Uesday!! Email, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion, Anila Karunakar

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and Black History Month.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_ Happy Valentines And Self-Care! Email, Anila Karunakar, University Of Maine University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion, Sonja K. Birthisel

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work, Black History Month events, and featuring a letter from Dr. Sonja K. Birthisel Director of the Wilson Center regarding the Wabanaki peoples of Maine.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_Black History Is American History Email, Anila Karunakar, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and Black History Month.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_Happy Black History Month And Happy Lunar New Year! Email, Anila Karunakar, University Of Maine Office For Diversity And Inclusion

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and Black History Month.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_Holocaust Remembrance Day 2022 (And Everyday) Email, Anila Karunakar

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and Holocaust Remembrance Day.

Board Authorizes $14 Million Investment In Umaine Women’S Athletic Facilities, University Of Maine Division Of Marketing And Communications

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Screenshot of University of Maine Division of Marketing and Communications UMaine News webpage regarding the University of Maine System Board of Trustees approving up to $14 million to implement priority 1 athletic field improvements to the University of Maine varsity soccer, softball and field hockey venues.The projects, organized were organized as part of the UMS TRANSFORMS Initiative.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_Spring Semester 2022 - Here We Come! Email, Anila Karunakar

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion with various details of the Office's work and the start of the 2022 Spring Semester.

Umaine Office For Diversity And Inclusion_Mlk Day - A Day Of Service Email, Anila Karunakar

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from the UMaine Office for Diversity and Inclusion regarding honoring Dr. Rev, Martin Luther King Day.

Chancellor Messages_Humble Service In Honor Of Dr. King, Dannel P. Malloy

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Email from University of Maine Chancellor Dannel P. Malloy regarding the celebration of Martin Luther King Day.

Mbs Weekly News, January 14, 2022, Maine Business School, University Of Maine

General University of Maine Publications

MBS Weekly is the Maine Business School's weekly email newsletter updating subscribers about the latest faculty publications, awards, presentations, and more.

Online Grandfamilies Certificate Course, University Of Maine Center On Aging

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine Center on Aging is pleased to offer an online certificate program for professionals and volunteers who work with grandfamily caregivers. The online Certificate in Grandfamilies Leadership program provides core education, technical support, and leadership development for professionals delivering grandfamily and kinship programming across the country.

Peace And Reconciliation Studies_Program Poster, University Of Maine Peace And Reconciliation Studies Program

General University of Maine Publications

Photograph of a poster outlining the University of Maine's Peace Studies' programming.

2022 Guide To Wellness For University Of Maine System Employees, Frederick Meserve

General University of Maine Publications

This year, the University of Maine System Wellness Program will again offer incentives to participate. Beginning as early as December 1, 2021, employees have been invited to begin scheduling Health Coaching appointments to meet next year's requirements, and this Guide contains important information on deadlines designed to enable more to join in the pursuit of health and wellness than before.

Umaine Digital Communications, December 2021, Division Of Marketing And Communications

General University of Maine Publications

Winter break is upon us, and the team here at Digital Communications wish everyone well this holiday season. We will be taking time off ourselves, but will always have someone available to support your website needs. Please email us at our department address um.weboffice@maine.edu (or use our website services request form) to ensure your request is received by whomever is available while others are taking time off.