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World Refugee Day: Honoring resilience and belonging

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Each June 20, the United Nations observes World Refugee Day to recognize the courage, strength and contributions of refugees and … Read More

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Understanding Juneteenth

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Every year on June 19, the United States observes Juneteenth, marking the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in … Read More

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Pride Month: Highlighting History, Leadership and Community Care

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Each June, communities across the nation observe Pride Month to recognize the history, contributions, and resilience of LGBTQIA+ individuals. At … Read More

Exterior of the Michael Klahr Center at the University of Maine at Augusta at dusk, showing a brick cylindrical wing and several large, curved wooden and metal “petal” structures framing a tall glass façade that glows with warm interior light, symbolizing renewal and reflection.

Jewish American Heritage Month at UMA: Honoring History and Community

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Jewish American Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the rich history, culture, and contributions of Jewish Americans to our … Read More

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RSVP by 4/14 for Second Chance Month Lunch with the PEP

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Please join UMA’s Prison Education Partnership staff and students for lunch and a discussion on supporting justice-impacted learners through higher … Read More

Travis Walker, 2025 UMA graduate, wears graduation regalia and poses with UMA President Jenifer Cushman as she presents Travis with his degree.

Second Chance Month highlights the power of education

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Each April, Second Chance Month invites communities across the country to recognize the challenges justice-impacted individuals face as they rebuild … Read More

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Celebrating Arab American Heritage Month

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April is recognized as Arab American Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the rich cultural heritage and lasting contributions of … 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

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Celebrating Women’s History Month at UMA: Honoring Our Past, Shaping Our Future

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As we welcome the month of March, we are taking time at UMA to reflect on the significance of Women’s … Read More

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Dr. Alane O’Connor and the late Frances Perkins to be inducted into Maine Women’s Hall of Fame in March

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The 2026 inductees to the Maine Women’s Hall of Fame will be Dr. Alane O’Connor, Director of Perinatal Addiction Medicine … Read More