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Full-Text Articles in Education
Maine Literature 101: A Course For High School Seniors, Courtney Hawkes
Maine Literature 101: A Course For High School Seniors, Courtney Hawkes
Electronic Theses and Dissertations
In various schools across the state of Maine are teachers devoting their classroom time to exploring the rich history of Maine. At the high school level, many schools now offer at least an elective course in “Maine Studies” and Maine state standards require that local history is covered to a certain extent in high school history. Missing from these courses, however, is a study of Maine’s literature. Literature puts a realistic face to the events of history in a way that helps students see through the eyes of the people from that time period. Literature reveals internal emotions and conflicts …
Graduate Student Government Meeting Minutes, Graduate Student Government
Graduate Student Government Meeting Minutes, Graduate Student Government
General University of Maine Publications
Minutes for meetings held by the Graduate Student Government of The University of Maine
The Presidential Research And Creative Achievement Award Nomination Form, University Of Maine
The Presidential Research And Creative Achievement Award Nomination Form, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine's Presidential Research and Creative Achievement Award Nomination Form
Faculty Forum : Commercialization And Knowledge Transfer, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs
Faculty Forum : Commercialization And Knowledge Transfer, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine is committed to fulfilling our mission through the support of our faculty, staff, students, and external stakeholders in developing, creating, and contributing knowledge for the benefit of the State of Maine and beyond. Knowledge transfer is a key component of realizing our mission. In June 2016, President Susan J. Hunter charged Provost Jeffrey E. Hecker with convening a group to review UMaine’s existing policies, processes, and structures with regard to knowledge transfer and commercialization. The President’s goal is for UMaine to move to an “enhanced level of leadership focus and modernized policies, processes, and structure”.
Over …
#Meto Panel Discussion Raises Awareness Of The Social Media Movement, Bria Lamonica
#Meto Panel Discussion Raises Awareness Of The Social Media Movement, Bria Lamonica
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
On Nov. 29, a panel discussion was held around the ongoing social media hashtag #MeToo. The discussion took place in the Bangor Room of the Memorial Union and included five panelists offering different perspectives, finishing with a question-and-answer session. The discussion was sponsored by the UMaine's Women's. Gender, and Sexuality Program (WGS) the Rising Tide Center, and the Feminist Collective.
Minerva 2017, The Honors College
Minerva 2017, The Honors College
Minerva
This issue of Minerva includes a feature on Honors College research collaboratives; an article on Honors students studying abroad in Singapore and Chile; an article reflecting upon the 15-year anniversary of the Honors College and the importance of mentorship; and articles on Honors students Isaiah Mansour and Aliya Uteova.
Graduate Student Government Meeting Minutes, Graduate Student Government
Graduate Student Government Meeting Minutes, Graduate Student Government
General University of Maine Publications
Minutes for meetings held by the Graduate Student Government of The University of Maine
Us:It Cio Open Forum, University Of Maine System
Us:It Cio Open Forum, University Of Maine System
General University of Maine Publications
US:IT CIO Open Forum notes, summaries, and slides.
New Umaine Mycampus Portal Announcement, Ums Information Technology Services
New Umaine Mycampus Portal Announcement, Ums Information Technology Services
General University of Maine Publications
The new UMaine Portal announcement and community bulletin boards that replace FirstClass Conference boards will be open for business on December 1, 2017. The FirstClass bulletin conferences will remain active until the end of this calendar year.
Ikeda Draws Parallels Between The Muslim Ban And Incarceration Of Japanese Americans, Aliya Uteuova
Ikeda Draws Parallels Between The Muslim Ban And Incarceration Of Japanese Americans, Aliya Uteuova
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
On Monday, Nov. 13 [2017], University of Maine welcomed Tom Ikeda for his talk titled "World War II Incarceration of Japanese Americans and Why It Matters Today."
Gay Thanksgiving Creates Safe Space For All Students, Olivia Shipsey
Gay Thanksgiving Creates Safe Space For All Students, Olivia Shipsey
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
On Thursday, Nov. 16 [2017], the UMaine LGBTQ Services and Wilde Stein: Queer Straight Alliance hosted their annual Gay Thanksgiving Potluck in the North Pod of the Memorial Union. The event was held to build and strengthen community ties while providing space for students who might not feel comfortable at home to celebrate the holidays.
Graduate Student Government Meeting Minutes, Graduate Student Government
Graduate Student Government Meeting Minutes, Graduate Student Government
General University of Maine Publications
Minutes for meetings held by the Graduate Student Government of The University of Maine
Celebrating Diversity Through A Multicultural Thanksgiving, Bria Lamonica
Celebrating Diversity Through A Multicultural Thanksgiving, Bria Lamonica
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
On the evening of Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017, dozens of people celebrated Thanksgiving in the North Pod of the Memorial Union at the University of Maine to celebrate the annual Multicultural Thanksgiving potluck. Hosted and organized by the Office of Multicultural Student Life (OMSL) and the Student Heritage Alliance Council (SHAC), the purpose of this event was to celebrate and share the real meaning of Thanksgiving by bringing together people of all religions, cultures and ethnicities for a diverse meal. “This event is a great way to meet new people and experience foods and traditions from other countries and cultures. …
Doug Allen Talks About Trump, One Year Later, Jack Barber
Doug Allen Talks About Trump, One Year Later, Jack Barber
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
On Thursday, Nov. 9, 2017, the Socialist and Marxist Studies Series held a lecture titled, “The Election of Trump: One Year Later,” in the Bangor room in the Memorial Union. The lecturers included Doug Allen, a University of Maine professor of philosophy; Kimberly Hammill of the Bangor Racial and Economic Justice Coalition; and Maia Dendinger, the statewide officer for the Socialist Party of Maine.
Fy2019 E&G Budget Discussion, University Of Maine
Fy2019 E&G Budget Discussion, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine's FY2019 E&G Budget Discussion
Graduate Student Government Meeting Minutes, Graduate Student Government
Graduate Student Government Meeting Minutes, Graduate Student Government
General University of Maine Publications
Minutes for meetings held by the Graduate Student Government of The University of Maine
Strategic Plan Assessment Pathway 5 Restoring The Dream: Renewing Pride And Stewardship Of Place, University Of Maine
Strategic Plan Assessment Pathway 5 Restoring The Dream: Renewing Pride And Stewardship Of Place, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine's strategic plan assessment (Pathway 5 Restoring the Dream: Renewing Pride and Stewardship of Place) of the Blue Sky Plan.
Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 5, Stewart Harvey, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs
Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 5, Stewart Harvey, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs
General University of Maine Publications
The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 5 is entitled “Restoring the Dream: Renewing Pride and Stewardship of Place”. As the Pathway 5 Chair, Stewart Harvey, Executive Director of Facilities and Capital Management Services, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 5. He led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.
Daley Leads The Black Student Union's Quest To March In Dc, Jordan Houdeshell
Daley Leads The Black Student Union's Quest To March In Dc, Jordan Houdeshell
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
The rain on Friday afternoon drove many people into the Memorial Union to socialize and do homework, but fourth-year Kirsten Daley didn’t mind the influx of people as she tabled and tried to raise funds for the Black Student Union’s (BSU) trip to Washington D.C. for the Unity March for Puerto Rico. “We are trying to go to DC to go to the Unity March for Puerto Rico to stand in solidarity with Puerto Rican hurricane survivors as well as protesting the Jones Act, which is keeping aid from getting into Puerto Rico where it needs to go,” Daley, who …
Improving Effective Interdisciplinary Team Work Using Team-Based Learning Within The Nh-Me Lend Curriculum: Comparing Years 1 – 3, Alan Kurtz, Rae Sonnenmeier, Betsy P. Humphreys, Susan Russell
Improving Effective Interdisciplinary Team Work Using Team-Based Learning Within The Nh-Me Lend Curriculum: Comparing Years 1 – 3, Alan Kurtz, Rae Sonnenmeier, Betsy P. Humphreys, Susan Russell
Poster Presentations
This poster provided an update on an ongoing effort by faculty in the New Hampshire-Maine Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (NH-ME LEND) Program to implement Team-Based Learning (TBL). Three years of evaluation data was presented. Changes made to improve the process were identified as well as some of the unique obstacles to implementing TBL in a seminar that was conducted in two classrooms connected through video conferencing and had a high faculty-to-student ratio.
Engaging Lend Trainees In A Leadership And Policy Experience, Susan Russell, Betsy P. Humphreys, Alan Kurtz, Rae Sonnenmeier
Engaging Lend Trainees In A Leadership And Policy Experience, Susan Russell, Betsy P. Humphreys, Alan Kurtz, Rae Sonnenmeier
Poster Presentations
This poster illustrated how faculty from the New Hampshire-Maine Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental and Related Disabilities (NH-ME LEND) Program re-envisioned and implemented a comprehensive set of leadership, policy and advocacy experiences to further build upon the leadership potential of 23 LEND trainees by intentionally threading leadership skill development throughout the LEND curriculum.
Partnerships Promoting A Culture Of Inclusion In Maine's Early Childhood Workforce, Linda Labas
Partnerships Promoting A Culture Of Inclusion In Maine's Early Childhood Workforce, Linda Labas
Poster Presentations
This poster session highlighted the Maine UCEDD’s role as a statewide resource and collaborative partner in advancing inclusive practice in Maine’s early care and education system. It covered the delivery of a continuum of supports for inclusion; examined collaborations that create systemic impact; and reviewed the services needed to increase knowledge, skills and application of practices to improve the quality of early care and education settings in Maine.
Picture Vocabulary Growth In Students With And Without Disabilities In An Early Childhood Program That Targets Poor Families, Alan B. Cobo-Lewis
Picture Vocabulary Growth In Students With And Without Disabilities In An Early Childhood Program That Targets Poor Families, Alan B. Cobo-Lewis
Poster Presentations
We compared growth in the Peabody Picture Vocabulary Test between children with disabilities and children without disabilities in Educare Central Maine, a highly resourced data-driven Birth-5 early care and education program that targets children at risk of school failure because of socioeconomic factors. Children with disabilities made up 13% of enrollment. Children with disabilities tended to catch up with the typically developing children as they spent more time in Educare.
Assessing Trainee Understanding Of Health Equity & Diversity, Betsy P. Humphreys, Susan Russell, Alan Kurtz, Rae Sonnenmeier
Assessing Trainee Understanding Of Health Equity & Diversity, Betsy P. Humphreys, Susan Russell, Alan Kurtz, Rae Sonnenmeier
Poster Presentations
The NH-ME LEND Program engages in quality improvement efforts aimed at increasing trainee’s understanding of health equity and cultural competence. This poster 1) provided an overview of the curricular components related to health equity and diversity, 2) reported on six cohorts of trainees’ self-assessments in these areas, and 3) shared trainees’ personal reflections on their growth. Finally, ongoing program improvements efforts in these areas were discussed.
Field Hockey Media Guide, 2017, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations
Field Hockey Media Guide, 2017, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine Field Hockey Complex is home to the Maine Black Bears. It features an all-turf playing surface, scoreboard and bleachers that seats up to 500 spectators.
Cultural Appropriation And Costumes, Sam Tracy
Cultural Appropriation And Costumes, Sam Tracy
Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion
Every year the conversation about politically-correct Halloween costumes rears its ugly head, only to die down once the holiday is over. The conversation consists of one side claiming disrespect and insensitivity toward their cultures and identities, and the other side arguing about the limits of political correctness. In recent years, more and more college campuses are taking the subject seriously. So far, the University of Maine has not been one of them.
Strategic Plan Assessment Pathway 4 Transforming Lives Strengthening The Umaine Undergraduate And Graduate Experience, University Of Maine
Strategic Plan Assessment Pathway 4 Transforming Lives Strengthening The Umaine Undergraduate And Graduate Experience, University Of Maine
General University of Maine Publications
The University of Maine's strategic plan assessment (Pathway 4 Transforming Lives Strengthening the UMaine Undergraduate and Graduate Experience) of the Blue Sky Plan.
Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 4, Kenda Scheele, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs
Faculty Forum : Blue Sky Strategic Plan Pathway 4, Kenda Scheele, University Of Maine Office Of Academic Affairs
General University of Maine Publications
The Blue Sky Strategic Plan’s Pathway 4 is entitled “Transforming Lives: Strengthening the UMaine Undergraduate and Graduate Student Experience”. As the Pathway 4 Chair, Kenda Scheele, Assistant Vice President and Senior Associate Dean of Students, presented to the University community a review of initiatives and accomplishments related to Pathway 4. She led a discussion and gathered feedback. UMaine community members were encouraged to attend. For those unable to attend, a video of the Forum and an opportunity to provide feedback were available through the webpage after the Forum.
Fall 2017 Enrollment Report, Robert Zuercher
Fall 2017 Enrollment Report, Robert Zuercher
General University of Maine Publications
The following report provides summary information regarding enrollment at the University of Maine System for the 2017 Fall Semester. All data reported is as of the census date, October 15, 2017.
Summary Of Fall 2017 Enrollments, University Of Maine System
Summary Of Fall 2017 Enrollments, University Of Maine System
General University of Maine Publications
This report provided summary information regarding University enrollments.