US approves visas for top Iranian leaders to attend UN high-level meeting even with sides at war

Beyond basket-weaving: Maine's most unusual college programs

WRITTEN BY JOANNA O’ LEARY When I was applying to a particularly competitive college (not in Maine), my father joked that during my interview, I should say I intended to major in basket weaving. That major wasn’t actually real—but what if it had been? Students enrolling at Maine’s colleges, technical schools, and universities this year […]

Why I chose a Maine college

WRITTEN BY JACK MORRISON Afew months ago,I decided to attend the University of New England. It wasn’t an easy decision. In fact, it was difficult and came down to the wire. Before choosing UNE, I was seriously considering St. Michael’s College in Vermont, about six hours from home. There was just one problem: when I […]

UMaine men’s hockey picked 7th in Hockey East preseason coaches poll

The women’s team, under first-year head coach Alex Gettens, was chosen to finish eighth in the 10-team league.

Dorm life 101: What you really need for move-in day

WRITTEN BY EMILY BAER Between summer and fall lies a season all its own: back-to-school season. For students heading to college—especially for the first time—it can be one of life’s most exciting transitions. Beyond making new friends, taking interesting classes, and exploring life beyond home, there’s also the thrill of having a space to call […]

Three Bangor programs, three careers Maine needs.

COURTESY OF UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT AUGUSTA Maine’s only public dental hygiene program, only bachelor’s degree in veterinary technology, and only accredited dental assisting program are all located at the University of Maine at Augusta’s Bangor campus. Each prepares students for licensure or national certification and careers in fields where Maine needs more trained professionals. […]