More than 75% of undergraduates who were enrolled last fall returned to school this year. The system said that’s the highest number since they began tracking retention data two decades ago.
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UMaine Farmington forum on video games set for Nov. 13
UMF faculty, staff, alumna and a current student will discuss how gaming has evolved and its cultural impact.
Farmington university to host reading by poet Nov. 14
Nathan McClain is the third reader of the 2024-25 season of the Visiting Writers series.
Former University of Maine at Farmington professor joins Margaret Chase Smith Library in Skowhegan as new director
Chris O’Brien, a Cold War historian who was previously a professor of history at UMF, took over as the library’s director in September.
Community members ‘get ready to vote’ at concert event in Farmington
UMF hosted a “Get Ready to Vote” concert event where folks could register to vote and hear local live music.
UMaine board approves upgrades, tackles teacher retention
The University of Maine System board of trustees approved key infrastructure improvements at UMaine Farmington while engaging in a lengthy discussion about addressing Maine’s teacher shortage through programs like the New Teacher Academy.
University of Maine at Farmington to present forum on mental health Oct. 9
This panel discussion will explore challenges and resources related to supporting an individual’s mental health needs at home, in school and in the community.
UMaine Farmington holds 9/11 remembrance program
F FARMINGTON —Early Wednesday morning, the University of Maine at Farmington held a solemn remembrance program in commemoration of the events of Sept. 11, 2001. Kirsten Swan, director of student leadership and service and UMF Rotaract Club advisor, and Connor Fahey, coordinator of orientation and transition programs, created the memorial message, “9/11 … We remember,” […]
Free outdoor wellness court opening at UMaine Farmington Fitness and Recreation Center
UMF’s Fitness and Recreation Center pairs up with Community Health Options and National Fitness Campaign to open a free outdoor wellness court.
Farmington Police Department to host advanced active shooter management training at UMF
Over 60 law enforcement, fire services, emergency medical technicians, 911 dispatchers, and emergency management professionals from across Maine will participate in the training at the University of Maine at Farmington.