They are seeking tuition refunds over the UMaine System’s decision to move online during the coronavirus pandemic this past spring.
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New guide assists community reuse organizations on reopening during pandemic
A new guide from the Senator George J. Mitchell Center for Sustainability Solutions at the University of Maine can help community reuse organizations make decisions about how — and whether — to open during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to a news release from the University of Maine Extension Office in Orono. Brie Berry, a doctorate […]
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UMaine Extension greenhouse plastic recycling collection to start Sept. 25
The University of Maine Cooperative Extension will begin collection of greenhouse plastic for recycling Friday, Sept. 25, with 16 drop-off sites across the state. Disposal is free of charge through Tuesday, Dec. 15, to all Maine growers who register, according to a news release from the Orono-based extension office. The target material for recycling is […]
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University of Maine project tells story of COVID-19 pandemic through arts
The Jack Pine Project uses the creative arts to tell the story of the coronavirus pandemic through the eyes of residents, guided by professional artists.
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UMaine suspends student, disciplines 7 others for parties that violated virus rules
The university says the students were disciplined for hosting off-campus parties at which attendees ignored face-covering and social distancing mandates.
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UMaine Extension 4-H virtual exhibit hall open through Sept. 15
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, University of Maine Cooperative Extension created a virtual exhibit hall for Maine 4-H members in lieu of traditional exhibits normally shown during fair season, according to a news release from the Orono-based extension office. UMaine Extension 4-H members from across the state have entered more than 180 projects to […]
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UMaine Extension to offer webinar on pain-free gardening Aug. 31
University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a webinar about ways to address the physical strain of gardening from noon to 1 p.m. Monday, Aug. 31, according to a news release from the Orono-based extension office. “Pain-free Gardening,” led by Maine AgrAbility specialist Ellen Gibson, will include discussions about ergonomics and tool choices, and demonstrations […]
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Despite COVID-19 cases, UMaine to welcome students back on Monday
University leaders detailed their virus response and prevention plan in a virtual news conference Saturday, after three cases were reported among students in Orono.
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Improving garden soil health webinar planned for Aug. 17
University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering a webinar about fall garden activities to help improve soil health from noon to 1 p.m. Friday, Aug. 17, according to a news release from the UMaine Extension in Orono. UMaine Extension educator Caragh Fitzgerald will discuss “Cover Crops and Soil Management in the Garden” with a special […]
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Take part in study, learn to safely make fermented pickles at home
University of Maine researchers are seeking Maine residents at least 18 years old to answer questions and watch a short video about safe fermentation practices of pickles, according to a news release from the UMaine extension office in Orono. Jacob Rich is the study’s principal investigator. The UMaine graduate student in food science and human […]