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Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 85, Number 3, Fall 2004, University Of Maine Alumni Association Oct 2004

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 85, Number 3, Fall 2004, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Leaving the Job You Love: Peter Hoff looks back on his UMaine presidency --- More Than Maintaining the Status Quo: Interim president Robert Kennedy will be more than a caretaker --- Lobstering Her Way Through College: Christina Rackliff '04 learned the value of hard work from her father --- From Boardman Hall to the Halls of Justice: Judge Franklin Van Antwerpen '64 is elevated to America's second highest court --- Bolting to the Top: John Tortorella '81 leads the Tampa Bay Lightning to the Stanley Cup --- Remembering President Paul Silverman


Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 85, Number 2, Spring 2004, University Of Maine Alumni Association Apr 2004

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 85, Number 2, Spring 2004, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Inner Peace, Outer Action: Conference will address "Peacemaking in the 21st Century" --- Restructuring the University System: The board of trustees and chancellor propose a sweeping new plan for public higher education in Maine --- That Championship Season: A great winter for Black Bear sports --- Giving a Hand and Their Heart to Honduras: UMaine students take an alternative break --- Intuition and Innovation: A profile of biopharmaceutical researcher, John McMichael '71 --- There's Nothing Like Maine Hockey: NHL star Paul Kariya '96 looks back with fondness on his days at UMaine


Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 85, Number 1, Winter 2004, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jan 2004

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 85, Number 1, Winter 2004, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Bringing Back the Bears Den: The ever-generous Class of '44 funds a new pub-style version of the old student hangout --- A Triumph for Popular Fiction: Stephen King '70 is honored by the National Book Foundation --- The Power of Positive Thinking: Track and field team member Carly Bunyan survives a brain tumor and is back competing for the Black Bears --- All That's Fun and Hip in Beantown: Wendy Semonian '92 provides a guide to Boston fashion and nightlife as publisher of The Improper Bostonian


Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 84, Number 4, Fall 2003, University Of Maine Alumni Association Oct 2003

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 84, Number 4, Fall 2003, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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100 Years of UMaine Forestry: The oldest forestry program in America celebrates its centennial --- Native Wisdom: A profile of Penobscot Nation Chief Barry Dana '84 --- A Voice for Justice in Haiti: Even after the assassination of her husband and attempts on her own life, journalist Michele Montas '68 continues to fight for justice and press freedom in Haiti


Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 84, Number 3, Summer 2003, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jul 2003

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 84, Number 3, Summer 2003, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Around the Campus --- An Honors Graduate Contemplates Monastic Life: Class of 2003 salutatorian Amanda Reynolds's dream of becoming a cloistered nun may soon come true --- The "Worm Guru" of Genetics: With a coveted MacArthur Grant in hand, geneticist Geraldine Seydoux '86 is pursuing pioneering research at Johns Hopkins University --- Two Black Bears Help Ducks Become "Mighty": Paul Kariya '96 and Keith Carney '92 --- A Greenlight to Hollywood: Kyle Rankin '94 and Efram Potelle '94 await the opening of their feature film


Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 84, Number 2, Spring 2003, University Of Maine Alumni Association Apr 2003

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 84, Number 2, Spring 2003, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Around the Campus --- Bringing Real World Experience to the Classroom: UMaine class helps a California company --- "The Right Guy at the Right Time": New UMaine athletic director Patrick Nero --- Alumni Newsmakers --- Politics of the People: Family and community shaped the philosophy of Maine Governor John Baldacci '86 --- Protecting the Rich Diversity of Life in Africa: A look at the work of United Nations advisor Trinto Mugangu '90 Ph.D.


Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 84, Number 1, Winter 2003, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jan 2003

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 84, Number 1, Winter 2003, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Around the Campus --- A Pioneering Partnership of Research and Industry: A new Bangor company is manufacturing wood-composite beams developed at UMaine --- Alumni Newsmakers --- Becoming a Consistent Winner: UMaine football --- A New Era for UMaine Art: art museum moves to Bangor --- A Patent for Success: profile of New York City attorney Scott Stimpson '86


Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 83, Number 2, Fall 2002, University Of Maine Alumni Association Oct 2002

Maine Alumni Magazine, Volume 83, Number 2, Fall 2002, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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University News --- Why Does It Take So Long to Grow Up? The findings of UMaine researchers Rebecca and Douglas Bird might surprise you --- For the Love of the Sport: A look at the dedication of athletes in UMaine's lower profile sports --- The Long Journey Home (on Ibrahim Parvanta '76) --- Of War and Peace: Veteran War Correspondence David Lamb '62 Explores Today's Vietnam


Maine, Volume 82, Number 3, Fall 2001, University Of Maine Alumni Association Oct 2001

Maine, Volume 82, Number 3, Fall 2001, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Special Report: UMaine alumni and campus affected by September 11 --- Breath Test Research Takes on New Relevance --- UMaine scientists are working on a test that could work as a triage device in a bioterrorist attack --- A Day Fit For a King: UMaine celebrates its most famous graduate --- Toward a More Holistic Approach to the Middle East: UMaine political science professor Bahman Baktiari looks to foreign policy changes after the war on terrorism --- A Tribute to Coach Shawn Walsh --- Walking in Space: Twenty-seven-year-old alumna Bridget Ziegelaar Johnson '96 coordinates NASA's extra vehicular activities for …


Maine, Volume 82, Number 2, Summer 2001, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jul 2001

Maine, Volume 82, Number 2, Summer 2001, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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The Maine Campus Survives a Financial Crisis: Editor Penny Morton '01 and her staff worked hard to get the paper out of the red --- 'An Amazing Teacher': A profile of 2001 Distinguished Maine Professor Keith Hutchinson --- A Drummer's Journey: After overcoming drug and alcohol problems, percussion master Mike Bennett '93 is making the most of his abilities and opportunities --- He Quietly Paved the Way for Black Men at UMaine: Herbert Heughan '40 overcame racial barriers at UMaine to become a highly respected college professor --- Wherever the Wind Blows: Dan Pease '82 is owner and captain …


Maine, Volume 82, Number 1, Spring 2001, University Of Maine Alumni Association Apr 2001

Maine, Volume 82, Number 1, Spring 2001, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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When Humans Pressure the Environment: UMaine researchers try to understand human dimensions of environmental change --- Inspirational Maestro: Director of UMaine's University Singers, Dennis Cox --- When Students Give Up Hope: UMaine and colleges around the country see an increasing awareness of student suicide --- Work Meets Play at Resort Sports Network: Entrepreneur Rory Strunk '85 combines his passions of skiing and the media --- Linking Retirees to a University Community: Dirigo Pines comes to Orono --- A Long and Distinguished Record of Service: Retired Ambassador Chester Norris '51


Maine, Volume 81, Number 2, Summer 2000, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jul 2000

Maine, Volume 81, Number 2, Summer 2000, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Creating the Right Chemistry: A profile of UMaine's energetic new baseball coach Sharon Versyp --- Policy-Relevant Research: Director of UMaine's Water Research Institute, Steve Kahl '77, believes in being accountable --- Moving into the Future with a Sense of the Past: A look at the changes on the UMaine campus --- No Place Like Home: Old Town native Cathra Chappelle '92, MD looks forward to becoming a traditional town doctor --- Bringing the Games to Disney's Wide World of Sports: Jeff Sturgeon '89 gets the chance to combine his interests in business and sports


Maine, Volume 81, Number 1, Spring 2000, University Of Maine Alumni Association Apr 2000

Maine, Volume 81, Number 1, Spring 2000, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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A special 125th Anniversary Issue providing profiles of Alumni On the Move, Making an Impact.

Those selected were: A. Manette Ansay '87 --- Don Holder '80 --- Christina DeHoff '95 --- Frank Hackett '89 --- Kimberly Strom-Gottfried '80 --- Heather Blease '86 --- Blair LaCorte '85 --- John Coleman '85 --- Andrew Frawley '84 --- Kevin Mann '86 --- John Brier '88 --- Matthew Kenney '88 --- Peter Brooks '88 --- Jeff Jackson '88 --- Nicole Kimball '94 --- Kate Wynne '81G --- Linden McClure '89 --- Richard Londraville '89G --- John Baldacci '86 --- Robert Tyrer '87 --- Kathleen …


Maine, Volume 80, Number 3, Fall 1999, University Of Maine General Alumni Association Oct 1999

Maine, Volume 80, Number 3, Fall 1999, University Of Maine General Alumni Association

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Contnents:

Science Meets Philosophy: Genetic Modification Holds Great Promise but also Provokes Some Serious Questions --- Interning with the 'I' Man: Senior Danny Cashman Wants to be a Big-Time Talk Show Host (interning with Don Imus) --- Natural Preservation: What's It Worth To Us? UMaine Researcher Kevin Boyle '78 Spends a Lot of His Life Trying to Find Out --- On the Road with Wynton Marsalis: Jazz Devotee Nathan George '93 Lands a Job as Production Assistant for the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra --- Bringing New Life to Old Glory: Marilyn Amelia Zoidis '71 Puts Together the Star-Spangled Banner Exhibition …


Maine, Volume 73, Number 3, Fall 1992, University Of Maine Alumni Association Oct 1992

Maine, Volume 73, Number 3, Fall 1992, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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"Yes Sir: I'm Gay": A student's revelation that he is a homosexual challenges ROTC policy and raises awareness --- Exuberance with Experience: Those are qualities Jim Varner '57 brings to his new job as assistant director of admissions for minority recruitment --- KIicking the Waste Habit: UMaine takes the lead in recycling --- Maine's Master Editor: John Willey's intelligence and love of the written word led him to a career as one of America's best editors --- Tough Choices for Hard Times: Jane Sheehan '79 is the first woman commissioner of the Maine Department of Human Services


Maine, Volume 71, Number 3, Fall 1990, University Of Maine Alumni Association Oct 1990

Maine, Volume 71, Number 3, Fall 1990, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Activist for the Aging: An Interview with Mary Crowley Mulvey '30 --- Need a New Career? UMaine's Full-Service Career Center Wants to Help --- Mr. Exuberance (Maine hockey coach Shawn Walsh) --- The Grand Illusionist: Magician Bruce Johnson '88 --- Alumni Profile: William Treat '40


Maine, Volume 71, Number 2, Spring/Summer 1990, University Of Maine Alumni Association Apr 1990

Maine, Volume 71, Number 2, Spring/Summer 1990, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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'No Human Can Do It All': An Interview with UM President Dale W. Lick --- Ouch! The Budget Cuts Hurt, but UM Leaders Are Still Optimistic --- Frozen Secrets: UMaine Researchers Test a New Theory That Could Greatly Improve Climate Prediction --- Are We Any Closer To the Goal? (equality in men's and women's athletics) --- Freed at Last! After 44 Months of Captivity, UMaine Graduate Frank Reed Comes Home --- King of the Elves: Inventor, Entrepreneur Doug Hall Thinks Fun and Success Go Hand In Hand --- The Power of Roots: The First Native American Graduate from Maine …


Maine, Volume 71, Number 1, Winter 1990, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jan 1990

Maine, Volume 71, Number 1, Winter 1990, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Keeping the Black Bears Out of the Circus: An Interview with UM Athletic Director, Kevin White --- Eloquence Has the Edge: UM Women in a New Maine Writers Anthology --- She's Bringing Peace to the UMaine Campus: Emily Markides '82 Heads Up a New Peace Studies Program --- Determination and a Dream: N.Y.C. Basketball Star Donald Taylor Has Earned a Chance for a College Education --- Greeks on Campus: Can They Clean Up Their Act? --- Democracy in the Classroom: a Profile of Brunswick Teacher Craig Beaulieu '75


Maine, Volume 70, Number 2, Spring/Summer 1989, University Of Maine Alumni Association Apr 1989

Maine, Volume 70, Number 2, Spring/Summer 1989, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Providing Safe Passage: Two UM Students Have Started an Escort Service for Women Walking Through Campus at Night --- Mr. Maine Sports: A Friend and Colleague Remembers Sam Sezak '31 --- Going Global: International Developments at the University of Maine --- The Loran/Omega Man John Alvin Pierce '28 --- Palm Beach Style-Setters --- It's All Happening at the Zoo: the Kansas City Zoo, That Is, the Place Where Zoo Curator Betsey Burke '67 Stopped on Her Journey to Become a Cowboy Out West


Maine, Volume 70, Number 1, Winter 1989, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jan 1989

Maine, Volume 70, Number 1, Winter 1989, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Taking a Hard Look at Fraternity Life at Maine --- Bringing Research and Industry Together: A Look at the Maine Lobster Institute --- Embryo Transfer Brings 'Supercows' to UMaine --- The Excitement of Changing the World: A Profile of World Food Prize Winner Robert Chandler '29 --- Do Students Need the Humanities?


Maine, Volume 69, Number 3, Fall 1988, University Of Maine Alumni Association Oct 1988

Maine, Volume 69, Number 3, Fall 1988, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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How the Bond Issue Would Help UMaine --- Maine's Obsessed Mathematician Henry Pogorzelski --- Setting Priorities: Athletic Success and Academic Quality at Maine --- The 'Survivor': Miro Czapowskj '58 --- Preserving Maine's Landscape (the work of Patrick Chassé)


Maine, Volume 69, Number 2, Spring 1988, University Of Maine Alumni Association Apr 1988

Maine, Volume 69, Number 2, Spring 1988, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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UM Starts Planning Against AIDS --- New Carnegie Director Sets High Standards for UM Museum --- Hockey Comes of Age at Maine --- Sandra Bartolini Lawrence '71, the First Woman VP at Gillette --- The Balancing Act: Married Maine Alumnae Look at the Choices Open to Women Regarding Careers and Family --- Radon: Mother Nature's Hidden Health Hazard


Maine, Volume 69, Number 1, Winter 1988, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jan 1988

Maine, Volume 69, Number 1, Winter 1988, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Only Pat's Pizza Hasn't Changed (Sandy Phippen's refelections on campus) --- UM Nursing Graduates Find It Easy to Get Jobs, But Will They Stay? --- Acid Rain: It's Only Part of the Problem --- Being Black at Maine --- Teaching Teachers to be Human Ecologists --- What Maine High School Students Think of UM


Maine, Volume 68, Number 1, Winter 1987, University Of Maine Alumni Association Jan 1987

Maine, Volume 68, Number 1, Winter 1987, University Of Maine Alumni Association

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Chancellor Robert Woodbury --- Master of the Game: UM Teacher and World Chessmaster Danny Kopec --- The Hudson Museum Opens to the Public --- Swimming in Success: Maine's Women's Swim Coach Jeff Wren --- Unraveling the Mysteries of the Gene: Maine Alumni at Jackson Laboratory --- The Price of Speaking Out: UM Teacher Ngo Vinh Long's Views on Vietnam


Maine Alumnus, Volume 67, Number 4, Fall 1986, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine Oct 1986

Maine Alumnus, Volume 67, Number 4, Fall 1986, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine

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Setting the Right Tone: New President Dale Lick Talks About Taking the Helm --- 'Surprised, Shocked, and Disappointed': Reactions to Ex-Chancellor Jack E. Freeman's Sudden Departure After Just Two Weeks --- Edward DeCourcy '34: Alumni Career Award Winner --- Fish Contest Catches National Attention --- The Doors Open: Isaac Stern and Yo Yo Ma Highlight a Gala Opening for the Exciting New Maine Center for the Arts


Maine Alumnus, Volume 66, Number 3, June 1985, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine Jun 1985

Maine Alumnus, Volume 66, Number 3, June 1985, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine

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The Tele-Connection --- Sister Stations --- The Voice of the Bears --- Mark Cohen '54: ABC Chief --- Marge Lipton '67: TV Producer Extraordinaire --- UMO Sports: a Video Toast


Maine Alumnus, Volume 66, Number 2, March 1985, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine Mar 1985

Maine Alumnus, Volume 66, Number 2, March 1985, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine

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Marine studies research --- Students of the Sea --- A University Explores an Ocean --- Marine Students, Now Marine Alums --- Georges Bank--Past and Future --- Maine Teachers --- The Best in the Nation? --- UMO at a Crossroad by university president Arthur M. Johnson


Maine Alumnus, Volume 66, Number 1, December 1984, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine Dec 1984

Maine Alumnus, Volume 66, Number 1, December 1984, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine

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University featured on the MacNeil/Lehrer Report for radon research --- "Made in Maine" exhibit at the Maine State Museum --- Charles Todd's work to help bald eagles --- Career of Henry P. Sheng --- Homecoming photographs


Maine Alumnus, Volume 65, Number 4, September 1984, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine Aug 1984

Maine Alumnus, Volume 65, Number 4, September 1984, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine

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New Faces on Campus --- Maine Bound --- The Older Grad --- '68 Shall Lead Them --- Class Notes


Maine Alumnus, Volume 65, Number 3, June 1984, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine Jun 1984

Maine Alumnus, Volume 65, Number 3, June 1984, General Alumni Association, University Of Maine

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Contents:

Varsity Hockey: A Look Back --- The View from Alumni hall --- Jim Tierney Story --- Allen-Dyer Connection --- Wesley Hedlund '69: Developing Sea Consciousness