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Report To The Maine Legislature Joint Standing Committee On Education And Cultural Affairs, 2015, University Of Maine System

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The University of Maine System remediation report to the Legislature

University Of Maine System - Remediation Report 2015, University Of Maine System

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The report includes the number of Maine high school students who matriculated at one of the University of Maine System institutions directly out of high school and who required enrollment in one or more remedial/developmental courses.

Faculty Forum : Research And Graduate Education – Update, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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The University of Maine’s strategic plan outlines goals for Research and Graduate Education. These goals include the enhancement of “our research capacity and output as measured in the core areas of research expenditures and private foundation funding” as well as the advancement of an “integrative model of excellence for graduate education in the 21st century”. Further, UMaine is called to “foster dynamic professional training and development activities through university-wide interdisciplinary research networks.” In March 2014, an Academic Affairs Forum focused on the opportunity to rethink our approach to accomplishing these goals under a proposed reorganization of Research and the Graduate …

2014-2015 Annual Report, Office Of The Vice President For Research And Dean Of The Graduate School

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The 2014-15 academic year marked the first year since AY 1998-99 that research and graduate studies were administratively organized into one office. The reorganization brings synergy and focus to these two vital and strongly linked components of the University of Maine’s land grant mission. During FY 2015 a total of $51,134,092 were received from extramural sponsors and were comprised of 370 awards. These results closely mirror FY 2014 with 363 awards and $51,169,551 received. Our average proposal success rate from FY 2005 – FY 2015 was approximately 68%. The FY 2015 proposal success rate was 76%, up from 63% in …

2015 University Of Maine System Financial Report, University Of Maine System

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University of Maine System (“the System” or UMS) management has prepared the following unaudited Management’s Discussion and Analysis (MD&A) to provide users with a narrative and analysis of the financial position and activities based on currently known facts, decisions, and conditions. This discussion includes an analysis of the financial condition and results of activities of the System for the fiscal years ended June 30, 2015 and prior years. This presentation includes highly summarized information and should be read in conjunction with the accompanying basic financial statements and related notes.

Faculty Forum: Action Plan On Retention And Graduation - Implementation Update, Jeffrey E. Hecker

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The University of Maine is committed to providing the best possible academic and interpersonal experience for our students. This effort is critical as we endeavor to develop engaged, active and successful students who will make a real difference in Maine, the region and beyond. Provost Hecker's commitment to the importance of t his work is evidenced in the Provost's Action Plan for Retention and Graduation. This data-informed plan was developed by faculty and administrators serving on the Advisory Group on Retention and Graduation over the 2013-2014 academic year.

This forum provided an update on implementation activities of the Action Plan …

Maine Peace Action Committee Newsletter, October 2015, Maine Peace Action Committee

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MPAC compiled a newsletter consisting of essays, articles, short stories, poems, recipes, political cartoons, and artwork.

The Dandy Scroll, Fall 2015, University Of Maine Pulp And Paper Foundation

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The Fall 2015 issue of The Dandy Scroll newsletter produced by the University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation.

University Of Maine 2014 Clery Safety And Security Report, University Of Maine Police Department

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The 2014 Clery Safety and Security Report issued by the University of Maine Police Department. Named for Lehigh University first-year student Jeanne Clery who was raped and murdered in her campus dormitory in 1986, the Clery Act requires colleges and universities that receive federal funding to disseminate a public annual security report (ASR) to employees and students every October 1st. This ASR must include statistics of campus crime for the preceding 3 calendar years, plus details about efforts taken to improve campus safety. ASRs must also include policy statements regarding crime reporting, campus facility security and access, law enforcement authority, …

Mbs Connects, Vol. 6, Issue 8, Maine Business School, Ruth-Ellen Cohen, Debra Bell, Ivan Manev

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MBS Connects. University of Maine Vol. 6, Issue 8

Contents

• Faculty Notes, p 2
• From the Dean, p 3
• Relyea teaches in Salzburg, Austria, p 3
• 2015 graduates find success, p 4
• MBS students gain cultural, economic insights in Vietnam trip, p 6
• Annual Fund Information, p 7
• Faculty Notes, p 8
• NFL pros talk about leadership, p 9
• MBS Advisory Board, p 9
• Four new members to MBS Advisory Board, p 10
• Emery joins MBS Advisory Board as communications intern, p 11
• UMaine Business Challenge winners announced, p 11
• MBS finance society, p 12
• Students learn from working professionals …

Wabanaki Youth Science (Ways) Mini-Earth Camp Flyer, Wabanaki Center, University Of Maine

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WaYS is a long-term program to engage Wabanaki students (grades 6-12) through their cultural heritage and environmental legacy to encourage and promote persistence in sciences through college and into a career. Innovative and unique, WaYS engages students in a year-long multi pronged program through a one-week summer Earth Camp, year-long internships/mentorships for high school students; and year-long Traditional Ecological Knowledge programs through Teen Centers or tribal Boys/Girls Clubs. Critical for success, it provides each student with mentoring from both cultural knowledge-keepers and natural resource professionals.

College Of Education And Human Development Annual Report, 2014-15, College Of Education And Human Development

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The College of Education and Human Development produced an annual report highlighting the activities and accomplishments of the college during the previous year.

College Of Education & Human Development Annual Report 2014-15, College Of Education And Human Development

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The College of Education and Human Development produced an annual report highlighting the activities and accomplishments of the college.

Anthropology Department Annual Newsletter, Department Of Anthropology

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Anthropology is the study of humans. Anthropologists study the entire spectrum of human existence from 6.5 million years ago when the first hominid set foot on the African continent, the process of human evolution, domestication of plants and animals, development of civilization, migration to the ends of the earth, and the present day diversity of cultures, religions, economies, and kinship systems seen around the world. Anthropology provides a well-rounded, generalist education that enhances wide career choices and provides students with the ability to critically evaluate theories, options, and actions that affect humankind.

Division Of Student Life Annual Report 2014-2015, Division Of Student Life, Diversity, And Inclusive Excellence

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The renovation of the Spirit Room in the Memorial Union was completed. The space now hosts the historical perspective of our Black Bears and more specifically Bananas. Original costumes have been placed on display as well as Banana’s story.

Active Minds, a student organization, collaborated with the Counseling Center Outreach and Education Office to host a highly impactful suicide prevention program called “Send Silence Packing” which is a traveling exhibit of over 2,000 backpacks, most of which belonged to students who died by suicide.

The Bodwell Center entered into a collaborative with the College of Education, a local middle school …

University Of Maine Career Center Annual Report 2014-2015, Patricia Counihan

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The Career Center has had another busy year. The economy and the job market have continued to show signs of improvement and this is reflected in our increased level of activity with employers. This year there has been a huge increase in the number of job listings (from 2413 in FY14 to 3037 in FY15) and the number of companies recruiting on campus increased by 4 (from 39 companies in FY13 to 43 companies in FY14). In addition, we experienced increased requests for interview space by students who had Skype or telephone interviews scheduled with employers who chose to interview …

Student Charges Annual Report Fy2016, University Of Maine System

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The report presented a summary of the total charges to be incurred by students for the academic year. It included tables of tuition rates, room & board, fees, total charges for the current year and for the previous four years.

Background And Motions From Pcrrc Regarding The New B.S. In Cybersecurity Program, University Of Maine Faculty Senate

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The University of Maine proposal was prepared by George Markowsky of the School of Computing & Information Sciences (CIS). The proposal places particular emphasis on educational requirements of the University, the UMS Cybersecurity Program and the National Security Agency (NAS) which is currently the highest level of approval for cybersecurity programs. Given the desire to move the program forward, the attached motion is conditioned upon resolving financial concerns. The department is anxious to pursue the program but cannot jeopardize the quality of education for the already large number of majors.

Highlights From The Darling Marine Center’S 50th Anniversary Celebration, Darling Marine Center, University Of Maine

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Video of highlights from the Darling Marine Center's 50th anniversary celebration Aug. 6–8, 2015.

Center For Research On Sustainable Forests 2014 Annual Report, Center For Research On Sustainable Forests

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The Center for Research on Sustainable Forests (CRSF) had a very productive year during 2013-14. We were thrilled to have CRSF join five other research units on campus to be selected as a new UMaine Signature Research area supporting Sustainable Forests & Forest-Based Economy. This designation will provide a new level of recognition, support, and cooperation for researchers serving the needs of forest landowners and the forest products industry of the state.

As always, our success is driven by our people. Dr. Brian Roth along with a number of scientists and over 35 member organizations through the Cooperative Forestry Research …

The Dandy Scroll, Spring 2015, University Of Maine Pulp And Paper Foundation

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The Spring 2015 issue of The Dandy Scroll newsletter produced by the University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation.

Wabanaki Youth Science (Ways) Newsletter, Apr. 2015, Wabanaki Center, University Of Maine

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WaYS is a long-term program to engage Wabanaki students (grades 6-12) through their cultural heritage and environmental legacy to encourage and promote persistence in sciences through college and into a career. Innovative and unique, WaYS engages students in a year-long multi pronged program through a one-week summer Earth Camp, year-long internships/mentorships for high school students; and year-long Traditional Ecological Knowledge programs through Teen Centers or tribal Boys/Girls Clubs. Critical for success, it provides each student with mentoring from both cultural knowledge-keepers and natural resource professionals.

Social Facts Newsletter, University Of Maine Department Of Sociology

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The University of Maine's Department of Sociology social facts newsletter.

Tea And Conversation With Women Student Leaders, Emily Haddad, Margaret Chase Smith Policy Center, Division Of Student Life

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A Women in Leadership Week event. Highlights from the panel discussion, 'Perspectives from UMaine Student Leaders,' moderated by Emily Haddad, Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The event was sponsored by the Margaret Chase Smith Policy Center and the Division of Student Life.

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Leadership Unplugged: A Women In Leadership Week Event, Susan J. Hunter, Division Of Marketing And Communications

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A Women in Leadership Week event. Guest speaker UMaine President Susan J. Hunter on “Preparing the Next Generation of Women in Leadership.” The event was sponsored by the Maine Development Foundation.

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Installation Of The University Of Maine’S 20th President Susan J. Hunter, Jeff Hecker, Susan J. Hunter, Nancy L. Zimpher

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Dr. Susan J. Hunter was installed as UMaine’s 20th and first female president during an inauguration ceremony held at the Collins Center for the Arts on March 26, 2015. The keynote address “Leading with a Cause,” was given by Dr. Nancy L. Zimpher, Chancellor of the State University of New York System.

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Women In Leadership Panel Discussion, Carol Kim, Emily Cain, Elizabeth Sutherland, Meredith Jones, Division Of Marketing And Communications

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A Women in Leadership Week event. Highlights from the discussion based on “Centered Leadership” by Joanna Barsh with panelists Emily Cain, Elizabeth Sutherland and Meredith Jones. The panel was moderated by Carol Kim, UMaine vice president for research and dean of the graduate school.

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Student Charges Annual Report Fy2015, University Of Maine System

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The report presented a summary of the total charges to be incurred by students for the academic year. It included tables of tuition rates, room & board, fees, total charges for the current year and for the previous four years.

One University For All Of Maine, University Of Maine System

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The University of Maine System plan to consolidate seven, mission-­differentiated, mutually dependent campuses into one fully integrated university singularly focused on student success and responsive service to the state of Maine.

Faculty Forum : Umaine And The Multi-State Collaborative (Msc), University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs

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Multi-State Collaborative (MSC) is a pilot study funded through a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation grant that seeks to demonstrate proof of concept for the use of the AACU Value rubrics as a method of measuring general education outcomes.