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Wabanaki Experiences And Perspectives On “Our Shared Ocean”: Maine Indian Tribal-State Commission Special Report Sea Run, Anthony W. Sutton, Judson Esty-Kendall, Paul Thibeault
Wabanaki Experiences And Perspectives On “Our Shared Ocean”: Maine Indian Tribal-State Commission Special Report Sea Run, Anthony W. Sutton, Judson Esty-Kendall, Paul Thibeault
Maine Policy Review
The Maine Indian State Tribal Commission (MITSC) recently published a special report titled, Sea Run, documenting the impact of Colonial and Maine policies and activities on the quality and quantity of tribal fisheries spanning the time from first contact between Europeans and the Wabanaki Nations to today.
New Office Supports Maine Climate Action, Parker Gassett, Ivan Fernandez
New Office Supports Maine Climate Action, Parker Gassett, Ivan Fernandez
Maine Policy Review
Expanding and expediting access to climate change information can improve collective action outcomes. Accordingly, the Maine Climate Action Plan called for the creation of an information-coordinating hub, to enable effective and efficient use of climate information in Maine’s climate change response. To aid that need, the University of Maine created the Maine Climate Science Information Exchange (MCSIE) office as a gateway to information about climate-relevant research, the scientists conducting that research, and the most recent data and applied science efforts relating to Maine’s climate change strategies. The office was established in 2023, after a year of developing prototypes of the …
Forest Policies And Adaptation To Climate Change In Maine: Stakeholder Perceptions And Recommendations, Alyssa R. Soucy, Sandra De Urioste-Stone, Ivan J. Fernandez, Aaron Weiskittel, Parinaz Rahimzadeh-Bajgiran, Tom Doak
Forest Policies And Adaptation To Climate Change In Maine: Stakeholder Perceptions And Recommendations, Alyssa R. Soucy, Sandra De Urioste-Stone, Ivan J. Fernandez, Aaron Weiskittel, Parinaz Rahimzadeh-Bajgiran, Tom Doak
Maine Policy Review
Socioeconomic pressures require forest management to address the impacts of climate change. However, we must ask, Are current forest policies sufficient to deal with the impacts of climate change? Here, we report on two surveys of forest stakeholders in Maine including woodlot owners and forestry professionals and discuss their perceptions of the barriers to climate change adaptation. We conclude with several policy directions including reevaluating existing policies, expanding incentivebased policies, integrating adaptation efforts into mitigation efforts, and increasing communication and outreach.
Harold B. "Bud" Rollins (1 February 1939-9 January 2017), Daniel H. Sandweiss
Harold B. "Bud" Rollins (1 February 1939-9 January 2017), Daniel H. Sandweiss
Andean Past
This is an appreciation of the life and work of invertebrate paleontologist. Harold B. Rollins emphasizing his contributions to our understanding of ENSO.
Minerva 2020, The Honors College
Minerva 2020, The Honors College
Minerva
This issue of Minerva includes an article on 2020 Honors Read Rising Out of Hatred; a piece by Professors Mimi Killinger and Katie Quirk on teaching during a pandemic; and a story on the UMaine UVote initiative led by Rob Glover and Jenny Desmond. Other highlights include reflections by current students; an article on the Honors Outdoor Program Series (HOPS); and profiles recognizing several alumni accomplishments.
Minerva 2019, The Honors College
Minerva 2019, The Honors College
Minerva
This issue of Minerva includes a farewell from departing Honors Dean, François Amar; an article on the new service-learning course HON 175 and the course's inaugural Hurricane Island experience; and a deep dive into the Servant Heart Research Collaborative and the group's visit to Sierra Leone, Africa. Other highlights include reflections by a number of Honors faculty who returned from sabbatical; and a look into 2019-2020 student thesis research and internship experiences.
Minerva 2018, The Honors College
Minerva 2018, The Honors College
Minerva
This issue of Minerva includes an article on the Honors Endeavor by recently retired faculty member, David Gross; an adaptation of Isaac Record's 2018 Distinguished Honors Graduate lecture; an article on 2018 Honors Read Just Mercy; and a wonderful farewell to beloved Honors College Administrative Specialist, Deb Small. Other highlights include a reflection by CLAS-Honors preceptor of philosophy, Hao Hong; and a look into 2018-2019 student thesis research.
On How A Fisherman Supports Fishermen: Oral History With Patrick Shepard, Natalie Springuel
On How A Fisherman Supports Fishermen: Oral History With Patrick Shepard, Natalie Springuel
The Catch
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Reflections On The Water, Patricia S. Ranzoni
The World Is Your Oyster, Aliya Uteuova
Editor's Note: The Catch Volume Vi, Catherine Schmitt
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.
The Mackerel Fishermen, Avery B. Stone
Cormorant, Judy Kaber
Awakening, Angela M. Waldron
Editor's Note, Leonore Hildebrandt
Minerva 2016, The Honors College
Minerva 2016, The Honors College
Minerva
This issue of Minerva includes the article "Dear Bill and Betsy," documenting student gratitude for generous Honors donors Bill and Betsy Leitch; an interview with former professor and Honors Preceptor, Walter Macdougall; and an article on Honors student Emily Illingworth and her experiences in Honors. Other highlights include an article on distinguished Honors graduates Mark Pettegrow and Mark Haskell; and an article on the 2016 election as covered by UMaine Journalism students.
Long Reach Cove, Sally Bliumis-Dunn
The Egg Masses Of The Moon Snail, Kim Roberts
In My Father's Boots, Michael G. Dunn
Editor's Note, Linda Buckmaster
Minerva 2015, The Honors College
Minerva 2015, The Honors College
Minerva
This issue of Minerva includes an interview with Honors alumnus and Nobel Peace Prize winner, Bernard Lown; a celebration of retiring Assistant Dean, Barbara Ouellette; and memorial articles celebrating the lives of notable Honors supporters, Betsy Leitch and Dennis Rezendes. Other highlights include a spread on Honors student travel and community engagement; and an article on Honors graduate, Jill Pelto, whose artwork graces the front and back covers of the 2015 Minerva.
Ghostshipping, Margot A. Kelley