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Dr. Magda Nisponska and Dr. Sharon McMahon Sawyer record an episode of the Mentalizing Mediation podcast series in a small studio, seated near microphones, laptops, headphones, and audio equipment.

Across the Atlantic, Into the Classroom: UMA’s Global Partnership Produces New Tools for Conflict Resolution

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Since 2011, UMA and the Technical University of Liberec in the Czech Republic have shared a partnership that brings a … Read More

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Explore Free Speech in New Fall Justice Studies Course

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Free speech is one of the most important rights Americans have. But what does free speech mean? How has it … Read More

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UMA lecturer writes the book on commercial lending

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UMA Justice Studies Lecturer Chris Devlin, Esq., has co-authored the second edition of the Maine Commercial Lending Handbook with fellow … Read More

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UMA’s Noel March presents policing ethics program at FBI National Executive Institute

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UMA Senior Lecturer of Justice Studies and Director of the Maine Community Policing Institute Noel March presented “Defining Moments in … Read More

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A Model for Maine: Monmouth PD Reaches 100% Milestone in UMA Training

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UMA is proud to celebrate the Monmouth Police Department for becoming one of only three in Maine to have every … Read More

Ten uniformed members of the Winthrop Police Department stand in the back row and six members of the Winthrop Town Council kneel in the front row. Chief (ret.) Noel March, and UMA President Jenifer Cushman stand to the right. Two officers in the middle of the back row hold a plaque.

UMA presents Winthrop Police Department with prestigious community policing award

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UMA is pleased to announce that the UMA 100% Award for Community Policing Education was awarded to Winthrop Police Department … Read More

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UMA student leader Jemima George reflects on growth, community, and her goals ahead

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As UMA celebrates 60 years, we’re sharing stories from the students, staff, faculty, and alumni who continue to shape our … Read More

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A collaborative learning experience in mediation and neuroscience

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Faculty from UMA and the Technical University of Liberec (TUL) in the Czech Republic recently teamed up to offer an … Read More

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Register for My Major, My Career webinar and see if Justice Studies is right for you

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Discover the many career options open to you with a degree in justice studies from UMA. You’ll hear from current … Read More

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Noel March shares lessons in ethics with FBI National Academy

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When Noel C. March, Director of the Maine Community Policing Institute and Senior Lecturer of Justice Studies at the University … Read More