University completes transition to distance instruction and welcomes students back to classes for the completion of the spring semester with extended opportunities to choose a Pass/Fail grade, a 46% credit adjustment on Room and Board charges, and wage commitments to … Read More
National search brings proven higher education leader to UMFK Orono, Maine — University of Maine System Chancellor Dannel Malloy has named Dr. Deborah Hedeen President / Provost of the University of Maine at Fort Kent. Dr. Deborah Hedeen will bring … Read More
University of Maine System’s NetworkMaine offering to enable “Guest” Wi-Fi networks for 140 local schools creating parking lot-based hotspots to facilitate online learning Orono, Maine — The University of Maine System’s NetworkMaine is offering to enable “Guest” Wi-Fi networks for … Read More
University of Maine System considering how facilities, logistical capacity, and personnel could be deployed to assist Maine’s emergency response agencies and public health partners Orono, Maine — The University of Maine System and its university leaders are actively working with … Read More
University employees who are able to work remotely are asked to begin working away from campus starting Thursday, March 19 University prohibits all domestic travel with narrow exceptions for travel within the State of Maine, declares in-person attendance will … Read More
Spring break extended two days to provide additional time to prepare for the transition to distance instruction and support faculty and staff adjusting to personal life disruptions. Decisions on commencement ceremonies expected by April 15 Orono, Maine: The University of … Read More
6:30 PM, Tuesday, March 17 — Live and interactive discussion focused on the University of Maine System’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, including student-focused questions Link to YouTube Live Stream Link to Facebook Live Event University of Maine students will … Read More
Universities remain open but the prospect of travelers returning to Maine after spring break prompts operational and academic changes to limit exposure of COVID-19 now deemed a pandemic by the World Health Organization. Orono, Maine — The University of Maine … Read More
No plans to close campuses but university leaders set March 23rd deadline for continuity of instruction planning and provide accommodations for faculty and employees at high risk for serious illness from COVID-19 Orono, Maine — The University of Maine System … Read More
Chancellor Malloy, Presidents develop action steps for coronavirus preparations Orono, Maine — UMS Chancellor Dannel Malloy and the presidents of Maine’s public universities have developed a set of action steps for coronavirus preparations that have been shared with the university … Read More