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Happy Pride And Diversity Week, 2024, Office For Diversity And Inclusion

General University of Maine Publications

Illustrated email to the UMaine community promoting campus events celebrating Pride Week and Diversity Week.

Pride Week Event Schedule, 2024, Office Of Diversity And Inclusion

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

2024 Pride Week Schedule running from March 25 to March 30, 2024.

From Covenants To Classrooms: Uncovering The Impact Of Racial Segregation On Education In St. Paul, Minneapolis, And Duluth, Alexis C. Jones

Doctoral Dissertations and Projects

Minnesota's history contains a narrative of segregation that not only shaped the physical landscape of its cities but also entrenched disparities in education and fractured communities. The racial covenants that first emerged in 1910 built the bedrock of housing segregation that led to segregated neighborhoods. The consequences of this systemic segregation extended beyond residential boundaries and infiltrated the corridors of education, where the harsh realities of racial imbalance often betrayed the promise of equal opportunity. By examining the interconnectedness of housing policies, school integration efforts, and community development, this study uncovers the roots of inequality and proves how Minnesota failed …

Maine Impact Week, 2024, Office Of The Vice President For Research

General University of Maine Publications

Maine Impact Week celebrates UMaine’s community and contributions to the social and economic advancement of the state and beyond. Sponsored by the Office of the Vice President of Research and the Dean of the Graduate School.

Maine Memo : Fy25 Budget Update, Joan Ferrini-Mundy

General University of Maine Publications

Our proposed FY2025 Education and General Funds (E&G) budget is currently under review by the University of Maine System Board of Trustees, and we are beginning the planning for FY2026. We are working at consistent communication and transparency with the members of our communities in the budget process.

Searching Govinfo.Gov/, Bert Chapman

Libraries Faculty and Staff Presentations

This U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) database provides access to information legal, legislative, and regulatory information produced on multiple subjects by the U.S. Government. Content includes congressional bills, congressional committee hearings and prints (studies), reports on legislation, the text of laws, regulations, and executive orders and multiple U.S. Government information resources covering subjects from accounting to zoology.

News, Events, Announcements & Highlights, March 15-March 22, 2024, College Of Liberal Arts And Sciences

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

Observance Of Religious Holidays: Ramadan, John C. Volin, Robert Q. Dana

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Observance of Religious Holidays/Events: The University of Maine recognizes that when students are observing significant religious holidays, some may be unable to attend classes or labs, study, take tests, or work on other assignments.

Franco Gathering, 2024 : Rassemblement, 2024, University Of Maine Franco-American Programs

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Every year, Franco American Programs organizes a “rassemblement” or gathering of Franco American artists, writers, and creatives. This annual event aims to create a culturally supportive space in which members of the Franco-American creative community can share their work.

Text Phishing Scams On The Rise, Ums Information Technology Services

General University of Maine Publications

We have recently become aware of a targeted text phishing (aka SMS) campaign where the attacker is impersonating University supervisors or leaders. The attacker appears to have gathered some personal cell phone numbers from unknown sources, to make the phishing attempts more convincing.

For Everyone:

• Be cautious of unexpected text messages, even if they appear to come from a known supervisor or leader.
• Do not click on links or provide sensitive information via text message without verifying the legitimacy of the request through a separate, trusted communication channel.
• Report any suspicious text messages to the Information Security …

Campus Notice: Targeted Email Phishing, University Of Maine System Benefits Center

General University of Maine Publications

Email notifying employees of University of Maine System about targeted phishing emails attempting to access employee retirement information.

News, Events, Announcements & Highlights, March 8-March 15, 2024, College Of Liberal Arts And Sciences

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

Umaine Mourns Passing Of Patricia M. Collins, Joan Ferrini-Mundy

General University of Maine Publications

Email from University President Joan Ferrini-Mundy on the death of UMaine alumna and former System Trustee Patricia M. Collins.

Oakes Room Grand Opening, University Of Maine Dining Services, University Of Maine Auxiliary Services

General University of Maine Publications

Come and check out the fully autonomous Costa Coffee machines and the Vicki vending machine. UMaine is the first location in Maine to offer two Costa Coffee machines. These machines go beyond coffee, offering tea and other coffee beverages. The Vicki machine provides access to our healthy Simply To Go food options, ensuring convenient and nutritious dining choices all day long.

2024-03-05 Minutes, Morehead State University. Staff Congress.

Staff Congress Records

Staff Congress meeting minutes from March 5, 2024.

Nichole Lawrence Appointed To Vice President For Human Resources, Joan Ferrini-Mundy

General University of Maine Publications

Campus correspondence announcing the appointment of Nichole Lawrence to the permanent position of VP of Human Resources.

2024-03-00 Newsletter, Morehead State University. Staff Congress.

Staff Congress Records

Staff Congress newsletter from March of 2024.

News Flush, March 2024, Center For Student Involvement

General University of Maine Publications

The March 2024 "News Flush" poster produced by the Center for Student Involvement. The poster is printed and hung inside plexiglass holders inside bathroom stalls of the Memorial Union and on the website of the Center for Student Involvement. The events poster features a wall calendar-theme that lists dates and times for various campus activities, holidays, and meetings of Student Government.

2024-02-29 Pg-57 Revisal, Morehead State University. Staff Congress.

Staff Congress Records

Revisal of PG-57 Retired Faculty and Staff Re-Employment Program as presented to the Staff Congress on February 29, 2024.

Disclosing A Disability At Work: Respect, Discrimination, And The Ethics Of Informal Attitudes, Honors College, Department Of Philosophy

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Adam Cureton is an internationally recognized disability scholar and activist who specializes in ethics and the philosophy of disability. His books, which draw on his own experiences as a legally blind person, include Disability and Disadvantage, Disability in Practice, The Oxford Handbook of Philosophy and Disability, and the forthcoming Respecting Disability. He founded and served as president of the Society for Philosophy and Disability and helped to create the American Philosophical Association’s Committee on the Status of Disabled People. He is a Rhodes Scholar and currently serves as the Lindsay Young Professor of Philosophy at the University of Tennessee.

Spring 2024 Dei Training For Umaine Employees, Office For Diversity And Inclusion, Taylor Matthew Ashley

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Office for Diversity and Inclusion is excited to invite you to join us at our Spring 2024 training sessions! These trainings are intended for all UMaine Community Members, which includes: Students, Staff, and Faculty.

Innovate For Maine Fellow Program: Paid Internship Notice, Foster Center For Innovation

General University of Maine Publications

The Innovate for Maine Fellows Program connects the most passionate and curious Maine college students with innovative, growing Maine companies/startups and business leaders for a summer internship experience. Emphasizing innovation and entrepreneurship, the program prepares students to collaborate with companies on real-world projects that accelerate company growth and give students a paid, meaningful, hands-on internship experience.

Examining The Lived Experience Of Disabilities Through Gender And Race [Presentation & Handout Activity], Melinda S. Burchard Ph.D., Sarah Myers, Mila Acosta-Morales, Mireliz Bermudez, Grace Rhinehart, Maddie Unger

Faculty Educator Scholarship

Presented at the 2024 Messiah University Humanities Symposium.

3–4 p.m. “Examining the Lived Experience of Disabilities through Gender and Race”

Jointly sponsored faculty–student colloquium: Boyer 432 •Melinda Burchard, Ph.D., Professor of Special Education •Sarah Myers, M.S.L.S., Public Services Librarian, Murray Library •Mila Acosta-Morales (2027) •Mireliz Bermudez (2025) •Grace Rhinehart (2025) •Maddie Unger (2025)

News, Events, Announcements & Highlights, February 23-March 1, 2024, College Of Liberal Arts And Sciences

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

It Campus Newsletter, February 2024, Information Technology At Umaine, Ums Information Technology Services

General University of Maine Publications

Dr. David Demers recently announced he will be embarking on a new chapter at the end March. He joined the University of Maine System in 2017 as our Chief Information Officer. Please join IT in thanking David for his tireless efforts in bringing reliable and innovative solutions to our campus!

News, Events, Announcements & Highlights, February 16-February 23, 2024, College Of Liberal Arts And Sciences

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

Community Message About Celebration Of Life For Victoria A. Kane, University Of Maine Office Of Human Resources

General University of Maine Publications

A celebration of life for Victoria A. Kane, a longtime University of Maine employee, will be held at 1 p.m. on March 3 at Buchanan Alumni House.

News, Events, Announcements & Highlights, February 9-February 16, 2024, College Of Liberal Arts And Sciences

General University of Maine Publications

No abstract provided.

A Changing Tradition Comes With A Strengthening Of Bonds, Kyle J. Shaffer

CAFE Symposium 2024

Gettysburg College has many traditions that make it unique. One tradition that may not seem unique is Family Weekend, but at Gettysburg College, there is a vast history associated with the tradition. The weekend started as two separate-day celebrations in the fall semester and spring semester.

Student Protest Publications At Gettysburg College, Audrey U. Bergan

CAFE Symposium 2024

Student protest publications written in the 1950s and 1960s of Gettysburg College history were generally regarded as passion projects, as the campus did not foster an activist culture. However, these publications had various missions. Black Awareness aimed to educate the predominantly white student population on the experiences of Black students both on and off campus. College Crier published polling information about opinions on school, national, and international issues. EATSIT wanted to challenge the status quo and attempted to shock readers with vulgar illustrations and sexual references. Overall, this project aimed to discover what Gettysburg College students were writing about, and …