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³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ News chronicles the accomplishments of students, faculty, and the institution through compelling stories, visuals, and news media.

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All ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ news, highlighting how our students, faculty, and professional staff translate bold ideas into real-world impact and bring the promise of opportunity through hands-on learning, internships, new academic programs, engaging events, interdisciplinary research, community engagement, and more. 

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Reporters: Our faculty and leadership are regularly tapped for their expertise in the news. If you are a reporter in need of a topical expert or have another media inquiry, please contact ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥â€™s Media Relations team

³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ Provost Gwendolyn Mahon discusses ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥'s planetary health initiatives, MPHA partnership on 'Healthy Maine Talks' podcast
³ÉÈËÖ±²¥'s Charles Tilburg explains ocean currents impact on lobster populations in national news outlet
Sierra Club magazine publishes article on marine faculty member Tricia Thibodeau's research trip to Antarctica
³ÉÈËÖ±²¥'s Tricia Thibodeau pens blog posts for research organizations about recent Antarctic excursion

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Students tie off a weather monitoring system
With students at the helm, ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ continues to expand its network of environmental monitoring systems aimed at building more climate-resilient communities, with the installation of a forest-based weather station offering a more complete picture of the environmental forces shaping Maine communities.

Faculty and Professional Staff News

Students tie off a weather monitoring system
With students at the helm, ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ continues to expand its network of environmental monitoring systems aimed at building more climate-resilient communities, with the installation of a forest-based weather station offering a more complete picture of the environmental forces shaping Maine communities.
Cover of the 2025 ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ Magazine

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Our latest magazine issue showcases how our University community is Breaking Boundaries to create transformative change through collective innovation and shape a brighter future for all.

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About: The award-winning ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ Magazine is distributed nationally each fall and features compelling stories about ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥â€™s students and faculty, academics, research, and institutional initiatives, plus complementary digital and interactive content.

Stewardship of Our Planet

For the Health of Our World

³ÉÈËÖ±²¥â€™s comprehensive health mission engages learners from across the University’s disciplines, preparing them to address emerging, interconnected challenges to human and environmental health. Learn more how our students are making a global difference

Recent Accolades

Title
The Best Colleges in the U.S.
Source
Colleges of Distinction
Year
2025
Title
The Best 391 Colleges
Source
The Princeton Review
Year
2026
Title
Higher Earning Potential
Source
Carnegie Foundation
Year
2025

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About ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ News

³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ News is produced and curated by the Office of Communications, which provides strategic and creative leadership and support for the ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ across all media and communications platforms. Our mission is to raise awareness for ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥, enhance the University’s reputation, facilitate operations, and foster community in alignment with institutional goals. Contact the ³ÉÈËÖ±²¥ Office of Communications