FARMINGTON, Maine – When Sophie Bedrinana moved from Los Angeles to attend the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF), she was looking for a complete change of scenery. Having never seen snow before, she traded the sprawl of a California … Read More
From the Classroom to the Coast: Discover Your Career with the THOR Institute Maine isn’t just a place to live—it’s a world-class destination. Whether it’s the rugged trails of the North Woods, the bustling hospitality of our coastal towns, or … Read More
THOR Institute Vacationland Course: Winter Recreation & Hospitality Business in Northern Maine Winter 2026, University of Maine at Fort Kent Students from across the University of Maine System had the opportunity to immerse themselves in a true winter experience at … Read More
The 2026 Maine Outdoor Economy Summit was a fantastic experience for THOR faculty and students from the University of Maine System. With a record number of attendees (400+), this year’s event was held at the Holiday Inn by the Bay … Read More
The THOR Institute is thrilled to announce an exciting new student fellowship opportunity, in partnership with the Arctic Education Alliance, for Spring/Summer 2026 only! This is an experience that will be like no other! The deadline to apply is Friday, February … Read More
The THOR Institute hosted a fantastic cohort of THOR Student Fellows in Fall 2025, with unique and creative community-based projects supporting local efforts in and around Maine. Several of these Student Fellows partnered with local community-based organizations to bolster their … Read More
It’s been a busy year for the THOR Institute! The THOR Institute strives to expand its outreach with community engagement and professional development opportunities within and beyond the state of Maine. We’ve had a busy year in 2025 with conferences, … Read More
The Tourism, Hospitality, and Outdoor Recreation (THOR) Institute in the University of Maine System has been awarded a grant to provide new outdoor gear for both student and public use at the Maine Bound Adventure Center (MBAC). Grant funding will … Read More
Check out this fantastic opportunity to immerse yourself in the amazing ecotourism destination of Costa Rica – while discovering the true meaning of “pura vida!” Students will learn about sustainable nature-based tourism in the Talamanca and Caribbean regions by exploring … Read More
The THOR Institute is excited to announce our upcoming Vacationland Course – Winter Recreation & Hospitality Business (BUS 340: Special Topics in Business) in Northern Maine! This immersive, place-based course will be hosted by the University of Maine at Fort … Read More