The Tourism, Hospitality, and Outdoor Recreation (THOR) Institute will host a virtual THOR Institute Lunch & Learn on Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM.
This interactive information session invites students, academic advisors, admissions staff, faculty, and industry partners to explore the full suite of THOR academic offerings. In addition to highlighting the THOR minor—a flexible, 18-credit program available across all seven University of Maine System (UMS) campuses—the event will showcase other innovative learning pathways, including hands-on field courses and online degree options.
Programs & Event Highlights:
- 18-Credit THOR Minor: A turn-key minor that transforms standard open electives into career-ready credentials tied to Maine’s tourism, hospitality, and outdoor recreation sectors, flexible across all seven UMS campuses.
- THOR Vacationland Course Series: Immersive, place-based field courses supported by the Davis Educational Foundation that turn Maine’s mountains, coastlines, and hospitality hubs into living classrooms.
- Advisor & Student Support: Guidance on integrating these options into standard degree plans, transferring credits across UMS campuses, and accessing high-impact experiential learning.
Event Details:
- What: THOR Institute Virtual Lunch & Learn
- When: Wednesday, October 21, 2026, at 12:00 PM EDT
- Where: Virtual / Online (Zoom link will be sent after you RSVP)
- Registration: RSVP online and explore current course offerings at maine.edu/thor.
About the THOR Institute:
The Tourism, Hospitality, and Outdoor Recreation (THOR) Institute serves as a central coordinator among all seven public universities in the University of Maine System. Designed to meet Maine’s workforce development needs, the THOR Institute offers collaborative education, place-based field courses, and industry partnerships to prepare students for impactful careers across the state.
