Archive for October 8th, 2009
An expansion to the Advanced Engineered Wood Composites Center has been delayed since May due to a conflict with the Environmental Protection Agency.
A new federal law bans credit card companies from soliciting college students on or near campus.
Delays in the shipping of the seasonal flu vaccine have kept the Cutler Health Center at the University of Maine from reaching its desired number of doses due to increased demand and greater focus on swine …
While most off-campus students drive to school, some have unique transportation modes, such as unicycle and longboard.
The University of Maine has more courses online than past years — a switch both praised and begrudged.
The number of online courses offered at UMaine has increased from 12 courses to 277 in 12 years. This …
The University of Maine General Student Senate’s 31st session began Oct. 6 with several new faces. Robert Dana, vice president of Student Affairs, was the guest speaker. Two resolutions, an amendment to change the job description …
Personal Response System (PRS) clickers used in some classrooms at the University of Maine continue to gain popularity among faculty amidst mixed reactions from the student body.
The clicker has been at use at the university since …
Purchasing Maine-grown produce is a top priority this year for Black Bear Dining.
Five years ago, the university switched from Costco Inc., a Boston-based food supplier, to PFG Northcenter in Augusta. For three years, UMaine has purchased …
The University of Maine tutor program, like many other campus programs, is facing challenges related to the economy. Departmental budget cuts, the loss of work merit and a decrease in work study have resulted in a …
Pipe bust trifecta
Police responded to the first floor of Knox Hall to investigate the smell of marijuana at 11:49 p.m. Oct. 5. Officers located the room the smell was coming from and asked the occupants to …
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