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New Vacationland Course at USM
We’re thrilled to share our newest Vacationland course with you! Consider joining us at USM this June for what is sure to be an incredible experience. Best Practices in Sustainable Tourism Management will launch this June at USM with an in-depth, hands-on exploration of sustainable tourism practices in collaboration with… Read More about New Vacationland Course at USM
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New Vacationland Course in the Capital City
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about policy and regulation in the Capital City this spring as part of our newest Vacationland course! Join us in Augusta, Maine’s capital city, to learn more about the policy and regulation components that underlie the industries that give Maine its moniker as Vacationland!… Read More about New Vacationland Course in the Capital City
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“A Taste of Two Worlds” On Sale Now
The University of Southern Maine Tourism & Hospitality program is thrilled to announce that, as part of the Arctic Education Alliance, their award-winning USM/Inuili/Wabanaki student-created cookbook, “A Taste of Two Worlds,” is now on sale on Amazon! $25.79 (includes shipping). Any profits go toward the continuation of educational programming through… Read More about “A Taste of Two Worlds” On Sale Now
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UMS Insider Feature
UMS Insider features an article about The THOR Institute. Read More about UMS Insider Feature
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THOR Institute Launches Vacationland Courses
The THOR (Tourism, Hospitality & Outdoor Recreation) Institute hosted its first Vacationland course in early January at the University of Maine at Fort Kent, where students had the opportunity to deepen their understanding of winter recreation, hospitality, and business in Northern Maine. Read More about THOR Institute Launches Vacationland Courses
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THOR Institute Connects at Maine Outdoor Economy Summit
Members of the THOR Institute took part in this annual event that brings together leaders in Maine’s outdoor economy, at the end of November 2023. Read about it and see the photo gallery on the summit website (external site). Read More about THOR Institute Connects at Maine Outdoor Economy Summit
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UMaine offers new graduate certificates that meet the needs of Maine teachers, outdoor leaders
The University of Maine’s College of Education and Human Development is launching three new graduate certificates aimed at teachers looking to boost their knowledge and skills in the areas of multilingual special education, adapted physical education and outdoor leadership. Read about these certificates (external link). Read More about UMaine offers new graduate certificates that meet the needs of Maine teachers, outdoor leaders
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THOR Institute attends MELMAC Foundation Peer Learning Conference in Augusta
Earlier this month, THOR Institute Program Manager Emily Zider had the opportunity to present at the MELMAC Foundation Peer Learning Conference in Augusta. The MELMAC Education Foundation aims to help students across the state of Maine identify and understand the various pathways after high school that can lead to college… Read More about THOR Institute attends MELMAC Foundation Peer Learning Conference in Augusta
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THOR Institute hosts inaugural Vacationland Conference
The Tourism, Hospitality, and Outdoor Recreation (THOR) Institute hosted its inaugural conference at the University of Southern Maine from July 31 to August 1, 2023. Titled the Vacationland Conference, the event brought together over 100 education and industry partners from around the state including: 55 high school counselors and college… Read More about THOR Institute hosts inaugural Vacationland Conference
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THOR Vacationland Conference Draws High School Counselors, Educators
High school counselors and educators from every county in Maine will gather July 31 – August 1 to learn more about careers in tourism, hospitality, and outdoor recreation – the industries that employ 1 in 5 in the state. The Vacationland Conference will be hosted by the Tourism, Hospitality,… Read More about THOR Vacationland Conference Draws High School Counselors, Educators
















