University of Southern Maine names local dean’s list students

Students are recognized for academic achievement for the fall 2024.

Maine scientists concerned by pause in health reports, other disruptions at federal DHHS

The Trump administration's ban on communications and move to halt other activities could affect Maine research centers if they continue beyond this week.

USM’s older students find a new home

More than a quarter of University of Southern Maine undergraduates are older than 24, and a new center is catering to their social and academic needs.

University of Maine system reports historically high retention rate

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.

‘There is so much potential’: University of Southern Maine plans to grow in Lewiston and Auburn

The school is rolling out Lewiston-Auburn's first undergraduate health care major — occupational therapy.

University of Maine System sees highest enrollment in 3 years

The 2024-25 school year will have the highest enrollment since 2021.

University of Southern Maine names local spring dean’s list students

Maine AG looking into USM’s parking enforcement contractor

Between December and March, the attorney general's office received 15 complaints about the company that collects ticket revenue for the University of Southern Maine in Gorham and Portland.

Launch of Maine research satellite delayed once again

Built by Maine college students, MESAT-1 will collect climate data for Maine students studying urban heat islands, phytoplankton and harmful algae blooms.

Maine’s first satellite is ready for orbit, but launch is delayed

MESAT-1, one of 8 nano-satellites set to hitch a ride aboard Firefly Aerospace's Alpha rocket, will collect climate data for experiments designed by Falmouth, Fryeburg and Saco students.