A new survey shows that the vast majority of American college students work paid jobs while they are enrolled, at the expense of the traditional academic experience.
Schools and Education
Local, state and national schools and education news from the Kennebec Journal and Morning Sentinel.
Former bus driver charged with assaulting autistic student
A man who drove a bus for the SAD 15 school district in Gray and New Gloucester is accused of striking a student while on a trip to Saco.
UNE professor receives patent for diagnostic test for certain breast cancers
Dr. Srinidi Mohan hopes the patent will lead to clinical trials and a product on the market in five to 10 years.
Former Westbrook lawmaker accused of improper behavior loses credential to work in Maine schools
Dillon Bates’ renewal request is denied amid allegations that he had inappropriate relationships with female students, which he disputes.
Waterville council rejects move to tax Colby, Thomas colleges
Mark Andre’s petition seeks money from the colleges to help lower the city’s tax rate over the next five years.
Modular classroom for Pittston school on schedule
The unit will accommodate additional students from Randolph at the school.
Kennebunk teacher acquitted of sex charges with student speaks out
Jill Lamontagne is working in a diner, thinking about a book and pondering her next career move.
UMaine System considers partnership in possible health care analytics institute
The proposal by tech investor David Roux would create a center for the prevention, diagnosis, cure and management of health in Portland.
Wanted at Bowdoin: More Maine students
The college in Brunswick will host a Maine Day for high school seniors.
UMA eyes Stevens Commons for student housing unit
The Hallowell Planning Board is expected to discuss a site plan for 21 apartments for student housing on Wednesday