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Observing King's Legacy, Kathryn Ritchie

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus regarding a Faculty Senate vote on the University observing Martin Luther King Jr. Day as a school holiday.

Restraining Order Settles Belanger Case, Kathryn Ritchie

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

The Attorney General's Office reached an agreement late last week with Casey Belanger, the University of Maine student accused of sending threatening e-mail to several folders on the FirstClass computer system. Both Belangers and the judge have signed a "consent judgement," permanently restraining him from harassing anyone of the minority status, according to Assistant Attorney General Stephen Wessler.

Hiv Patient Faces Disease With Hope, Courage, Jason Cunningham

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

After becoming infected with HIV a few years ago, Nancy, who prefers not to use her last name, could have given up all hpe and become overwhelmed with self-pity. But she decided to press forward and take advantage of the opportunities life had to offer.

Book Puts Spotlight On Censorship, Choice And Teaching Of Controversial Popular Literature In The Classroom, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

It's back. The debate, reflection and discussion surrounding the controversial issues of censorship, student choice and the place of popular literature in the classroom that highlighted last fall's Reading Stephen King Conference at the University of Maine are now available for reference and examination in a new book. The collection of essays from literary scholars, librarians, university faculty, and high school teachers and students, including a chapter by the best-selling author, is intended to help educators navigate the precarious line between community standards and who chooses what students read and teachers teach.

Changing Families, Different Views Can Test Holiday Traditions, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Who's on the guest list for the traditional family holiday dinner this year? Let's see. There's Grandpa and his bride, Aunt Lilly and her significant other, Cousin Ned and his stepchildren, plus all the other former and present husbands, wives and partners that comprise today's changing families. The different relationships and new people represented at family gatherings span generations and cause tension and uncertainty that call for extreme flexibility and generous accommodation, according to a University of Maine professor.

Back To The Future: The University Of Maine And Its Land Grant/Sea Grant Tradition, Peter S. Hoff

General University of Maine Publications

Text of the Inaugural Address delivered by Peter S. Hoff in the fall of 1997.

Peter S. Hoff Inaugural Address, Peter S. Hoff

General University of Maine Publications

Text of the inaugural address of Peter S. Hoff.

Feeling The Managed-Care Pinch, Paul Livingstone

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

I never paid much attention to HMOs until I began hearing the occasional managed-care horror story (the one about bone-marrow transplant denials comes to mind) and realized I was one of those untold millions living under the auspices of a managed care company. A perennial favorite of the news media, managed care has received a healthy dose of concerned prodding over the last few years over its practices.

Campus Strives For Equal Employment Opportunity Despite New Court Ruling, Krista Marrs

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

No abstract provided.

Hate Crimes By Teens Disturbing, Maine Campus

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

If the stories of hate crimes told at last week's "Bridges of Respect" conference in Ellsworth are any indication, Maine has a long way to go in educating its youths about tolerance and respect for civil rights.

Policy May Jeopardize Safety, Kathryn Ritchie

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

An informed community is a safe community, according to Public Safety Police Lt. Alan Stormann, but recent actions suggest the campus police are only willing to go so far in keeping the community informed. In 1996, seven "forcible rapes" were reported in the university's annual safety and security information report. The definition of forcible rape includes forcible "fondling, non-forcible incest and statutory rape." Of the seven reported "forcible rapes," according to Lt. Stormann, three were actual rapes, one was an attempted rape, two involved offensive touching and the last one involved a man masturbating on a woman. Of the seven …

Annual Book Drive Under Way, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Children's books for needy area youngsters from toddlers to teens, are again being collected by the College of Education and Human Development at then University of Maine. The public is invited to join in this annual tradition by donating new books or used books in very good condition. The books will be distributed by the Orono-Old Town Kiwanis Club at the service organization's annual holiday party for area children.

New Book Guides Selection And Use Of Quality Nonfiction For Children, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

From dinosaurs to sports, mummies to the Industrial Revolution, the facts and mysteries of the world intrigue imagination and inspire learning. Human curiosity -- the fascination with the who, what, where and why of life begins early, and that's why good nonfiction is so important, according to the authors of a new book, "Making Facts Come Alive: Choosing Quality Nonfiction Literature K-8."

Wic Recognizes Role Models, Elizabeth Beaulieu

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Every year, the Women in the Curriculum and the Women's Studies Program honor three women with the Maryann Hartman Award for contributions and accomplishments. It is the groups' intent that the recognized women serve as a source of inspiration for all women.

Support Key To Onward Success, Christie Johnston

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

The Onward Program, nationally known as the Student Support Services has striven to help students disadvantaged by a physical, mental or financial obstacle since 1970.

Computer Speech No Different From Others, Ryan Robbins

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Last week's filing of a civil rights lawsuit by the state against University of Maine student Casey Belangers for threatening another student on FirstClass raises concerns for how the First Amendment relates to computer networks.

Education Puzzle Needs Solutions, Misty Edgecomb

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

See Dick and Jane. Look! They go to school. See Jane go through the metal detector. The school policeman smiles. See Dick go through the metal detector. Oh no! Look, Dick has a gun.

Women Gain Confidence Through Self-Defense Courses, Krista Marrs

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

With the ongoing concern for student safety on campus, two public safety officers are offering a women's self-defense class and both say participants are making great progress.

Mr. Gnu Comic Strip, Travis Dandro

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

A four-panel comic strip drawn by Travis Dandro depicting a bigoted perspective of both people of color and individuals with disabilities.

Long description.

Panel one contains one figure, a highly stylized, anthropomorphized Gnu (or African antelope with along head and beard), presumably the title character of the strip, Mr. Gnu. The character is holding a cereal box in front of him. Lettering over the character's head reads: "Hey kids! I'd like to introduce a new cereal!"

Panel two contains a close up of the cereal box with the lettering, "Sammy Davis CRUNCH" over a stylized drawing of a character that …

1997-98 Women's Basketball Media Guide, Maine Sports Information Office

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine women’s basketball team has it all: Experience, speed, smarts, scoring power, solid defense and fan support. The Black Bears will look to put the pieces together as they navigate a challenging schedule and work towards regular and post season championships. Building on an impressive history of success, Maine should continue to be among the national leaders in several categories with an eye on breaking into the Top 25.

The Black Bears are already considered one of the top academic teams in the country. Maine was ranked seventh in the nation by the Women’s Basketball Coaches’ Association …

Umaine Commits To Classroom Equity, Andrea Page

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Several students addressed the Vision 2000 mission plan for changing gender equity at the University of Maine Thursday.

Belanger Tells Story Behind Firstclass Threats, Kathryn Ritchie, Paul Livingstone

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

The penalties levied by the University of Maine against a student accused of issuing a violent threat on FirstClass [the University's email system] have been set, but an investigation by UMaine's Public Safety continues. Casey Belanger, 19, of Caribou, has been ordered by UMaine to serve 30 hours of community service over two semesters. The university has also suspended his FirstClass account and placed him on "probated suspension." The punishment sought by the state, however, is potentially more severe.

Slurs Bring Civil Suit Against Um Student, Kathryn Ritchie, Paul Livingstone

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

The Maine Attorney General's Office filed a civil suit yesterday against a University of Maine student who allegedly used the FirstClass [email] computer system to make threatening statements directed at gays, lesbians and bisexuals. The suit claims Casey Belanger, 19, of Orono, violated the Maine Civil Rights Act... "Bias motivated threats of violence have absolutely no place anywhere in society, including our universities and colleges," Attorney General Andrew Ketterer said.

1997-1998 Swimming And Diving Media Guide, Maine Sports Information Department

General University of Maine Publications

Coach Jeff Wren begins his eighth season as the coach of both the men’s and women’s swimming teams. The veteran coach is very optimistic about the quality and depth of this year’s team. He will once again be assisted by diving coach Lance Graham and second-year assistant Chrissy Doherty.

Six Schools Selected For Expanded Sports Improvement Project, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Six Maine high schools have been selected for the second round of a corporate sponsored project to align, evaluate and strengthen the contribution of athletics to local and state educational reform efforts. Sports, Schools and Learning Results, funded by the UNUM Foundation and sponsored by the Maine Center for Coaching Education at the University of Maine, was initiated last year at four schools and is providing one of the first models of program assessment that is grounded in Maine's new performance-based standards.

New Survey Challenges Professors To Pay Attention To Student Aspirations And Boost Retention In The Process, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The number of students leaving four-year colleges before their sophomore year has reached a national record of 27 percent despite new programs and strategies aimed at improving student services and advising and easing the transition from high school to higher education. The troublesome retention rate sends a clear message about the role of professors in student success, says the director of the National Center for Student Aspirations at the University of Maine.

Student Research Indicates Need For Greater Awareness, More Effective Intervention To Reduce Courtship Violence, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The latest dating violence survey of a small random sampling of UMaine undergraduates indicates no significant decline in courtship acts of violence over the past 15 years, despite heightened public awareness and prevention programs on the UMaine campus and throughout society. The study is conducted on a five-year basis by students in Professor Robert Milardo's Research Methods in Child Development and Family Relations course. The information is revealing and consistent with national data of dating violence among college undergraduates, according to research project coordinators Wendy Weise and Alisa Meggison, graduate students in the College of Education & Human Development.

Researcher To Discuss Women's Movement In Germany, International Perspectives Of Domestic Violence During Umaine Visit, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

A leading researcher on violence against women and the women's movement in Germany will give two public lectures during her Oct. 5-8 visit to the University of Maine. Carol Hagemann-White, professor of Educational Theory and Women's Studies at the University of Osnabruck, will discuss her own work and provide an international perspective on the complexities of defining and comparing domestic violence across cultural differences, standards and influences.

Conference To Explore Concerns, Challenges Of Youth Sports, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The most controversial issues and best practices in youth sports are on the agenda for scrutiny and discussion at a statewide conference which organizers are describing as long overdue. Sponsored by the Maine Center for Coaching Education, in cooperation with the Maine Recreation and Park Association, the Friday, Nov. 14 conference will examine the increasingly competitive, high-pressure nature of youth sports and the role and responsibilities of coaches, parents and league sponsors in making sports a positive experience for all youngsters who want to participate. The focus will be on children in kindergarten through middle school, the major developmental years …

1997 Umaine Black Bears Football Media Guide, University Of Maine Sports Information Office

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.