Archive for Kaitlynn Perreault
Thursday, November 19th, 2009, 2:11 am in News
UMaine adopts programs to increase first-year retention
By Kaitlynn Perreault
The University of Maine System is working to increase the first-year retention and graduation rates during the next six years by engaging first-year students more actively on campus and implementing programs and resources aimed to increase …
Monday, November 16th, 2009, 1:27 am in News
Female Greeks gather for All Sorority Gala
By Kaitlynn Perreault
The Panhellenic Council at the University of Maine held the first All Sorority Gala — a celebration of female Greek Life — in the Wells Conference Center on Thursday. Seven sororities came together, with members totaling …
Thursday, November 12th, 2009, 2:19 am in News
Bear’s Den returns with expanded services
By Kaitlynn Perreault
In response to student complaints, the Bear’s Den has reverted back to the way it used to operate by adding back waitstaff and increasing menu offerings.
Thursday, November 12th, 2009, 2:15 am in News
UMaine celebrates Veterans Day
By Kaitlynn Perreault
Cadets from the Army and Navy ROTC programs stood at attention on the Fogler Library steps on Veterans Day at the University of Maine to honor the United States. “The reason we stand here is not so …
Monday, November 9th, 2009, 3:04 am in News
Vice presidential candidates discuss their platforms
By Kaitlynn Perreault
Vice presidential candidates for Student Government aired their platforms Thursday.
Thursday, November 5th, 2009, 1:09 am in News
Wilde Stein remains vigilant in the face of gay marriage setback
By Kaitlynn Perreault
Wilde Stein, UMaine’s GLBT alliance, raised the pride flag on the mall Wednesday, despite the veto of Maine’s same-sex marriage law.
Thursday, November 5th, 2009, 1:04 am in News
System faces $7.5 million of potential budget cuts
By Kaitlynn Perreault
Governor Baldacci has proposed a potential budget cut for state-funded entities due to a shortfall of more than $200 million in revenue, which would likely cost the University of Maine System as many as 500 students …
Monday, November 2nd, 2009, 1:41 am in News
Green Team urges student action toward energy independence
By Kaitlynn Perreault
The Green Team of the University of Maine told students there’s plenty they can do to go green without working hard during an energy independence rally held Thursday in Neville Hall. Former president of the Green Team …
Thursday, October 29th, 2009, 2:15 am in News
Green Campus Initiative takes first step toward reaching 350 bags of recyclables
By Kaitlynn Perreault
Leading scientists say 350 is the limit. According to 350.org, an international environmental campaign, 350 parts per million (ppm) is the limit of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere. Scientists for the cause say it …
Thursday, October 29th, 2009, 2:10 am in News
University community debates implications, merits of Question 1
By Kaitlynn Perreault
Tuesday, the UMaine UVote committee held a same-sex marriage discussion in the FFA Room of the Memorial Union. The Women in the Curriculum luncheon continued the discussion in the Coe Room the following Wednesday. The discussion on …
