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Swipe Right for Scholarships: Free Public Workshop on Feb. 18

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The UMA Ellsworth Center is excited to host Swipe Right for Scholarships, a free, virtual scholarship workshop open to all … Read More

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Moose and Black Bears Team Up for Safety with Black Bear Safe App

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The University of Maine Police Department (UMPD) provides security for UMA, so it only makes sense that UMA is partnering … Read More

University of Maine at Augusta leadership and mascot Augustus the moose watch with excitement as UMA President Jenifer Cushman cuts a long red ribbon with large ceremonial scissors.

More than meals, the Hungry Moose Café adds warmth, connection and community to Bangor campus

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Hungry Moose Café opens at Bangor campus The University of Maine at Augusta officially celebrated the opening of the Hungry … Read More

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UMA Announces Fall 2025 Full-Time President’s and Dean’s List Students

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University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) Provost Joseph Szakas announces the Fall 2025 Full-Time President’s List and the Fall 2025 … Read More

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Making Us Proud: UMA Hits New Heights in National Rankings

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UMA just received the 2026 U.S. News & World Report rankings, and the news is worth celebrating: In our 60th … Read More

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Recognizing Black History Month

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This February, the University of Maine at Augusta recognizes Black History Month as a time to reflect on and acknowledge … Read More

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Give Kids a Smile Day connects UMA dental hygiene students with community need

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The University of Maine in Augusta will host Give Kids a Smile® Day on Friday, Feb. 20, at the Dental … Read More

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Honoring Dr. King’s legacy of service, learning and community

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On Monday, January 19, UMA will commemorate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Martin Luther King … Read More

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Opening Saturday, Jan. 17, UMA art faculty collaborative exhibition at Fort Hall Gallery

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As the new semester begins, the University of Maine at Augusta community is invited to attend the opening of Overshadowed … Read More

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Building Her Future in Aviation Maintenance: Isabella Puleo ’26

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As part of UMA’s 60th Anniversary celebration, we are proud to spotlight Isabella Puleo, a senior in the Bachelor’s of … Read More

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UMA-supported education expands pathways to self-sufficiency through reentry partnerships

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A recent Channel 6 news feature spotlighted the work of New Ventures Maine at the Southern Maine Women’s Reentry Center, … Read More

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UMA and MaineGeneral Health formalize workforce education agreement

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The University of Maine at Augusta and MaineGeneral Health have launched a new workforce education agreement to expand affordable access … Read More

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Leigh Alley earns global Top 50 Educators recognition

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Leigh Alley, assistant professor and coordinator of teacher education, has been named one of The Educator’s Room’s Top 50 Educators, … Read More

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Book spring dental hygiene appointments for children and adults at UMA’s Bangor clinic

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UMA’s Dental Hygiene Clinic has spring appointments available for children and adults. UMA Dental offers low-cost comprehensive Dental Hygiene Care. … Read More

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UMA partners with Simmons University to expand opportunities in library and information science

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The University of Maine at Augusta is partnering with Simmons University’s School of Library and Information Science (SLIS) to create … Read More