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1995-96 Women's Basketball Media Guide, Maine Sports Information Office

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine simply dominated games at times last season and there are plenty of reasons why 1995-96 can be a repeat performance. First, Cindy Blodgett, a 5-foot-9 guard, who finished 31st in the nation and second among first-year players in scoring, returns for three more years. She averaged 20.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, and 3.3 steals per game while earning Kodak District I All-American and North Atlantic Conference Rookie of the Year honors last season.

Second, UMaine’s other two All-Conference selections, 6-4 Stacey Porrini, and 6-0 Stephanie Guidi will also be back in 1995-96. In fact, four of five …

1995-1996 Swimming And Diving Media Guide, Maine Sports Information Department

General University of Maine Publications

Optimism continues to grow within the University of Maine swimming and diving programs. Once again both squads have brought in impressive recruiting classes fortifying squads already bursting with talented swimmers and divers. An expanded schedule, the addition of a third coach, and the newcomers bring the expectations for the upcoming season to a new level.

Field Hockey Media Guide, 1994, 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.

Gay, Lesbian, And Bisexual Concerns Committee Meeting Notice, Gay, Lesbian, And Bisexual Concerns Committee, Women's Resource Center

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Flyer announcing a June 28, 1995 meeting of the UMaine Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Concerns Committee. The flyer includes a list of topics on the agenda for the meeting.

Toshi Reagon In Concert, Gay, Lesbian, And Bisexual Concerns Committee, Women's Resource Center

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

A photocopied flyer that was posted on campus to promote Toshi Reagon, a black, lesbian, American musician of folk, blues, gospel, rock and funk performing in concert, April 9, 1995. The performance was sponsored by the Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Concerns Committee

Maine Campus Varner Shares Dream At Curry Prologue, Christine Thurston

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus regarding James Varner prologue on Martin Luther King and newly formed coalition on human rights before a Mark Curry comedy performance.

Students Divided In Perceptions Of Month, Christine Thurston

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus on Black History Month celebrations.

King Powerfully Recalls Past, Projects Future Of Civil Rights, Christine Thurston

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus on a lecture given by Yolanda King, eldest daughter of Martin Luther King Jr.

University Of Maine Softball Media Guide, 1995, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations Office

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine softball team, coming off the best season in the program’s history, has high expectations for the 1995 season. The Black Bears look to build on last year’s success and mix in a batch of talented incoming first-year players for a solid 1995 campaign. UMaine’s goal this season is to defend its number one spot in the North Atlantic Conference and capture a second league championship. This year’s squad will be led by cocaptains Kris Gorman and Cindy Harrington. Gorman, a senior shortstop, was a NAC All-Conference first team selection last year while Harrington, a senior pitcher, …

Students Relate Personal Battles Against Racism, Robert S. Bellamente

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus regarding a talk on racism at the Socialist/Marxist lunch held on campus that featured Native American student Bonnie Newson, Professor Doug Allen, Native American student; Angson Dhlakama, an African student from Zimbabwe; and Ricardo Tubbs, the president of the African-American Student Association.

Varner Seeks Local Naacp Post, Jeff Teunisen

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus regarding James Varner seeking a post as president of the University of Maine and Greater Bangor Area Chapter of the NAACP.

Umaine Black Bear Baseball Media Guide, 1995, University Of Maine Athletic Media Relations

General University of Maine Publications

The University of Maine Black Bears Baseball media guide for the 1995 season.

Martin Luther King Holiday Revisited, Katy Brennan, Maine Campus Staff

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

A column article and editorial from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus regarding observing the Martin Luther Ling Jr.' Holiday at the University.

Month Of King Programs, Activities Planned, Kathleen Brennan

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Article from the University of Maine student newspaper The Maine Campus regarding a tribute to Martin Luther King Jr. held in the Memorial Union.

Peace And Reconciliation Studies_Peace Week Poster, University Of Maine Peace And Reconciliation Studies Program

General University of Maine Publications

Photograph of a poster promoting events that were part of the University of Maine's Peace and Reconciliation Studies' (formerly known as Peace Studies) Peace Week.

Ada Viola Smith (Peters) Biographical Information, University Of Maine

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Scanned items from Ada Viola Smith (Peters) alumni file. Smith earned a BA in French from the University and was a member of the Class of 1927.

Smith has frequently been referred to as the first African American graduate of the University of Maine. However, while she may have been one of the earliest Black graduate (and even the earliest female Black graduate) there is evidence of earlier Black graduates (see Frederico Matheas item in this collection).

The items include a note regarding Smith's death (1995), correspondence regarding Smith's donation to the University of Maine (1978), inauguration of Harry Philpott …

Women's Resource Center Fundraising Poster, Women's Resource Center

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Poster promoting fundraising efforts by the Women's Resource Center at UMaine, 1995.

Women's Resource Center Fundraising Flyer, Women's Resource Center

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Flyer promoting fundraising efforts by the Women's Resource Center at UMaine, 1995.

Women's Resource Center Fundraising Poster, Women's Resource Center

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Poster promoting fundraising efforts by the Women's Resource Center, WRC, at UMaine, 1995. The poster asks, "What can the WRC do for you???" and lists services offered by the Women's Resource Center including promoting healthy relationships, provide asylum from sexual violence, and provide stigma-free sexual health information.

Women's Resource Center Fundraising Poster, Women's Resource Center

Social Justice: Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion

Graphic-heavy poster promoting the Women's Resource Center located in the Memorial Union at the University of Maine. Clip art images include a condom wrapper, a sanitary pad, a stethoscope, a heart with a super-imposed EKG line tracing, an open book, a card of birth control pills, and a set of disembodied breasts. The poster is recruiting donations to support the Women's Resource Center.

Peace And Reconciliation Studies_Peace Week Special Event Poster, University Of Maine Peace And Reconciliation Studies Program

General University of Maine Publications

Photograph of a poster promoting the special event "Preparing for the Next Millennium: Legacies of the Atomic Age" by Dr. Bernard Lown on October 24, 1995 at the University of Maine. The event was a part of the University of Maine's Peace and Reconciliation Studies' (formerly known as Peace Studies) Peace Week.