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Claudia Rankine stands at a wooden podium bearing the UMA logo, smiling as she speaks into a microphone. She wears glasses and a red shawl draped over her shoulders. A small bouquet of purple and yellow flowers sits at the front of the podium. The background includes a softly lit stage, a blue accent light, and a partially visible American flag.

From Student Voices to a National Stage: Plunkett Poetry Festival Brings Writers Together at UMA

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The Farber Forum at the University of Maine at Augusta filled with writers, students and community members on April 25, … Read More

Four people stand on a grassy site during a groundbreaking ceremony, with UMA President Jenifer Cushman shoveling dirt from a small mound while Lilian Cox, Skyla Dean and Matt Morrill stand beside her. Excavators and a brick building are visible in the background.

Groundbreaking signals continued growth in UMA student housing

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The University of Maine at Augusta community recently gathered at Stevens Commons in Hallowell to break ground on a new … Read More

Author Claudia Rankine sits on a couch, elbow on knee and chin resting on hand, her miniature poodle rests its head on the arm of the couch.

Join Us for the Plunkett Poetry Festival with Keynote Speaker Claudia Rankine

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Mark your calendar! The 2026 Plunkett Poetry Festival is scheduled for Saturday, April 25, at the UMA Augusta campus. This … Read More

The Capital Center came alive with food, culture, and connection at our Fourth Annual Eid Community Potluck

A Joyous Celebration: The Fourth Annual Eid Community Potluck

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The Capital Center was buzzing with activity as UMA teamed up with the Capital Area New Mainers Project to host … Read More

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Join us for a screening of Dawnland followed by a panel discussion

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The President’s Council on Transforming Lives in partnership with Wabanaki REACH will host the showing of the award-winning documentary “Dawnland,” … Read More

A group of dental hygiene students, faculty, and volunteers wearing matching purple Special Olympics shirts gather indoors for a group photo. Some kneel in the front row while others stand behind, smiling.

UMA Dental Hygiene Students Volunteer at the Special Olympics Maine

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On Saturday, March 28, 2026 our UMA Dental Hygiene Program was out and about over the weekend volunteering for the … Read More

A group of people of diverse ages in colorful matching t-shirts pose with UMA Moose mascot Augustus at a pride parade in Hallowell, Maine

Discover Seen and Herd: UMA’s new LGBTQIA+ club

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A new student club at the University of Maine at Augusta is creating space for connection, support, and belonging. Seen … Read More

Spring 2026 Mental Health & Human Services Events

Discover UMA Certificate Programs in Behavioral Health and Employment Support

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Join the UMA Admissions team and UMA Mental Health & Human Services Faculty on Zoom for a series of information … Read More

Employers sit at tables draped with banners showing their organization's name and logo, as they await the opening of UMA's 4th annual Job and Resource Fair.

UMA Connects Job Seekers with 60+ Employers at 4th Annual Resource Fair

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The Fireside Lounge at the Augusta campus was the place to be on March 24. UMA hosted its fourth annual … Read More

A man wearing a light blue t-shirt lunges to hit a pickle ball with a paddle as a woman in the background stands at the ready.

Community pickleball brings energy, camaraderie and belonging to UMA Bangor

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Spring in Maine can make people eager to get outside, even when the weather is still cold and muddy. At … Read More