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State Funded Research Annual Report Fy2002, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine System is required to submit in January of each year an annual report on the utilization of state research appropriations for operations and state research capital bonds. The report is to cover the most recently completed fiscal year.

Coaching Education Center Presents Sports Medicine Award, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The Maine Center for Coaching Education has honored a Bangor physician for his dedication to the prevention and care of athletic injuries, and to quality coaching.

Book Brings Drama To The Classroom, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Students generally like to role-play, but teachers are often hesitant to use drama in the classroom. Now a University of Maine professor has come up with a repertoire of techniques to enthusiastically engage students with text and guide teachers in directing the action.

Honor Society Inducts Umaine Education Students, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Seventeen students were initiated into the Kappa Delta Pi honor society for aspiring teachers during a recent ceremony at the University of Maine. To be eligible for membership in Kappa Delta Pi, students must have reached their junior year with a cumulative grade point average of at least 3.0 and, in addition to scholarship, demonstrate leadership and commitment to education.

Children's Book Drive Under Way, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The College of Education and Human Development at the University of Maine has launched its annual drive to collect books for needy youngsters. The public is invited to join in the tradition by donating new books suitable for toddlers to teens. Used books in excellent condition are also accepted.

2002-03 Women's Basketball Media Guide, Umaine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

Don’t be confused by Sharon Versyp’s personable demeanor and easy-going smile. Behind that exterior is a fiercely intense competitor who has worked hard and enjoyed success at every stop in her playing and professional career.

This made her first season as a head coach all the more challenging. Versyp took over an inexperienced squad that was further weakened by team injuries and departures. After being selected sixth in the preseason coaches poll, she led her team, made of just eight players at the end of the 2001-2002 campaign, to a respectable fourth-place finish.

Degrees Conferred Annual Report (2001/2002 Degrees), University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

This report provided a statistical history of degrees conferred by the University of Maine System. The data used in the history is based on the IPEDS reports on completions

Middle Level Association Honors Educators, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

The Maine Association for Middle Level Education (MAMLE) honored exemplary educators from around the state at its annual fall conference. This year's recognition ceremony was highlighted by the presentation of the Friends of Middle Level Education Award to Professor Ed Brazee of the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development.

Umaine Students Honored For Academic Achievement, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

One hundred students in the University of Maine's College of Education and Human Development were recognized for outstanding academic achievement during the fall Presidential Academic Achievement Award ceremony. The students, representing 14 Maine counties, six other states and Canada were honored by faculty, family and friends.

Summary Of Fall 2002 Enrollments, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

This report provided summary information regarding University enrollments.

University/School Partners Receive Grant To Expand Alternative Teacher Certification Project, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

A $1.035 million U.S. Department of Education grant will allow the University of Maine to expand its innovative alternative teacher certification program to Aroostook and Washington counties. Funded over five years, the Transition to Teaching grant is based on the success and promise of the model developed and piloted by the UMaine College of Education and Human Development in partnership with the Mid-Coast Superintendents' Association, comprised of school districts from Searsport to Bath.

Remarks Of Peter S. Hoff On The State Of The University Of Maine, Peter S. Hoff

General University of Maine Publications

Text of remarks prepared by Peter S. Hoff for the State of the University, October 8, 2002.

Umaine Fogler Library And Partners Awarded Prestigious Imls Grant, Joe Car, Marilyn Lutz, Mamie Bittner

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine’s Fogler Library in partnership with the Bagaduce Music Lending Library and the Bangor Public Library received a two-year, $344,270 federal Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) grant to design and implement an interactive, multimedia digital music library of images of scores with associated sound renditions, cover art, and lyrics. Users will be able to view, play, and print scores. “This grant will allow us to give easier and instant access to our rich collection to the music teaching community,” Kurt Stoll, executive director of the Bagaduce Music Lending Library says. “With important early works deteriorating …

The Dandy Scroll, Fall 2002, University Of Maine Pulp And Paper Foundation

General University of Maine Publications

The Fall 2002 issue of The Dandy Scroll newsletter produced by the University of Maine Pulp and Paper Foundation.

2002-03 University Of Maine Men's Basketball Media Guide, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

UMaine’s biggest weakness in 2001-02 was pretty glaring, and it didn’t take long for opponents to see it. A lack of guards due to unexpected off-season losses and injuries. Head Coach Dr. John Giannini believes he and his staff addressed that issue as they head into 2002-03 with backcourt depth to go with the nucleus of a team that reached the America East Championship game last season.

Education Partnership Names Executive Director, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

A career Maine educator has been named to provide leadership and coordination for a regional collaboration working to improve teaching and learning at all levels. Owen P. Maurais, who recently retired as superintendent of Old Town Schools, will provide leadership and coordination for the Penobscot River Educational Partnership: A Professional Development Network, consisting of eight area school districts, a regional vocational/technical center and the University of Maine.

Initiative Links Sports, Standards, Stronger Schools, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

A federal allocation will provide seed money for the University of Maine to shape a coaching and sports education initiative aligned with timely educational issues and the state's learning standards. Former Maine Education Commissioner J. Duke Albanese is spearheading the effort to create research-based curriculum development and community awareness to improve the training of coaches, and identify and implement best practices for school sports programs.

2002-2003 Men's Hockey Media Guide, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

To say the 2001-02 University of Maine ice hockey season was one of ups-and-downs will not do it justice. After losing legendary head coach Shawn Walsh to cancer less than 24 hours before the first scheduled practice, the Black Bears rebounded to come within 53 seconds of winning it's third national championship. However, the National Championship was not to be as Minnesota won the game in overtime. The season was capped off when 2001-02 interim head coach Tim Whitehead was named head coach on April 8, and then two weeks later was named the winner of the Spencer Penrose Award, …

2002 Umaine Black Bears Football Media Guide, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

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Teachers As Leaders Is Conference Theme, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Teacher leaders who instruct and inspire their colleagues as well as their students often hold the key to positive change in school environment, instructional quality and student achievement. Strategies, models and challenges of teacher leadership will be explored at the Maine School Leadership Conference taking place Thursday, Sept. 26 at the University of Maine.

Umaine Offers Coaching Course In Portland Area, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

A new sports coaching course offers college and non-degree students and interscholastic and community coaches in southern Maine the opportunity to add coaching credentials to their resumes. The one-credit Coaching Fundamentals meets the minimal course requirements for interscholastic coaching eligibility at the middle school and high school levels in Maine and most other states.

Teachers Complete Maine Writing Project Training, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Twenty-five exemplary educators completed the 2002 Maine Writing Project at the University of Maine. Sponsored by the College of Education and Human Development, the competitive program is providing a force of highly trained writing instructors for Maine students and for other teachers.

Field Hockey Media Guide, 2002, 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.

Fair Weather Or Foul? Maine’S Business Climate Revisited, University Of Maine

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine's report "Fair Weather or Foul? Maine’s Business Climate Revisited."

Umaine, Maine Maritime Team Up To Train Future Teachers, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

A resourceful agreement between The University of Maine and Maine Maritime Academy is intended to expedite the initial certification process for a select group of aspiring educators and help address the severe shortage of mathematics and physical science teachers. The three-year pilot program, beginning this fall, opens access for MMA students to secondary science/mathematics education courses at UMaine.

Academy Seeks Aspiring Teachers, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Maine high school students considering a career in teaching have the opportunity to get some solid experience at the University of Maine this summer. With a $7,000 grant from the MBNA Community Foundation, the UMaine College of Education and Human Development will offer a first-time Future Teachers Academy June 24-26 at no cost to participants.

Young Authors Camps Set At Umaine, Benton And New Sharon, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Some of the state's top writing teachers will lend expertise and technique to help students develop composition skills during the annual Young Authors' Camp being held this summer at three locations around the state.

Explore And Learn At Umaine's Camp Laptop, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

Laptop computers are arriving in middle schools around the state, and the University of Maine is offering a summer experience to get teachers, students and parents off and running with the Maine Technology Initiative this fall. Camp Laptop is seeking adventurers eager to explore the possibilities and challenges of teaching and learning with technology.

Fieldwork Safety Plan, University Of Maine System

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine System's Fieldwork Safety Plan.

Educational Partnership Addresses Regional Problems Creatively, Kay Hyatt

General University of Maine Publications

An enterprising project to address Maine's teacher shortage and provide an alternative certification process is off and running in mid-coast schools through a partnership with the University of Maine College of Education and Human Development. The innovative work of the regional collaboration is also catching the attention of other districts struggling to find, certify and keep qualified teachers.