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Joe is a fourth-year student majoring in English who enjoys writing about culture and sports. He also loves playing basketball. Email Joe at opinion@mainecampus.com.
It is time to lower the costs of necessities on campus
EatNow is UMaine’s on campus 24/7 autonomous convenient store. Here you can find items from snacks, self care items and prepackaged food. One item that can be found is the turkey club wrap, costing $8.69 before tax on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2026. Tyler Bridges / Maine Campus

It is time to lower the costs of necessities on campus

By Joe Lazaro and Editorial Board on September 28, 2026

EDITORIAL: College is a very expensive experience for most. However, instead of the university trying to make living expenses cheaper for students, they often choose…

This just in, you might have to say goodbye to your favorite professor
Alumni Hall is home to UMaine's executive offices, including the President and Provost who recently sent a letter to faculty and staff regarding staffing cuts related to a $19 million budget deficit for the 2027-28 academic year. Tyler Bridges / Maine Campus

This just in, you might have to say goodbye to your favorite professor

By Joe Lazaro and Editorial Board on September 21, 2026

On Thursday, the University of Maine announced that they intend to make cuts to faculty and staff starting next year. These cuts will be in…

‘The Drama,’ was certainly … something
On Thursday, March 16, 2026 in Orono, Maine at the Black Bear Cinemas a new film by A24 entitled "The Drama" featuring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson. It is set to be an uncomfortable and dark romance film, defying the industry standard. Photo by Benjamin Flannery

‘The Drama,’ was certainly … something

By Joe Lazaro on April 20, 2026

SPOILER WARNING: The year of Zendaya is off to a weird start.  “The Drama,” the latest A24 movie starring Zendaya and Robert Pattinson, while being…