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UMSG holds streamlined annual budgetary meeting and approves training pay

UMSG members seen sitting around tables at the March 11 meeting. Photo by Owen Bulmer

UMSG holds streamlined annual budgetary meeting and approves training pay

By Haden Buzzell on April 7, 2025

The University of Maine Student Government (UMSG) held its 10th meeting of the semester on April 1, led by President Keegan Tripp and Vice President…

Maine lawmakers hear testimony on seven proposed anti-abortion bills

Mabel Wadsworth Center sign and building where Ruhlin works as a community engagement manager. Photo by Elora Griswold

Maine lawmakers hear testimony on seven proposed anti-abortion bills

By Elora Griswold on March 31, 2025

Maine lawmakers heard testimony on seven bills seeking to restrict abortion access at the Judiciary State House on March 28. Advocates and healthcare providers believe…

Students respond to temporary USDA funding pause

A community board outside the UMaine Title IX office on campus. Photo by Alex Garcia

Students respond to temporary USDA funding pause

By Arianna Perdomo on March 31, 2025

The University of Maine’s commitment to provide communities the ability to learn and work towards success has allowed the system to become the state’s largest…

Maine Department of Education announces 18-credit lifetime cap on early-college programs

Landscape view of Old Town high school. Photo by Noah Futris

Maine Department of Education announces 18-credit lifetime cap on early-college programs

By Quinn D'Alessio on March 31, 2025

Maine’s Aspirations Program allows high school students to enroll in college courses and earn credits for free to gain experience in higher education and reduce…

After 500 days without a contract, University of Maine graduate workers push back on funding freeze

Sign outside Stodder Hall, home of the University of Maine Graduate School building on campus. Photo by Elora Griswold

After 500 days without a contract, University of Maine graduate workers push back on funding freeze

By Elora Griswold on March 31, 2025

The University of Maine paused new financial offers to graduate students for the 2025-26 academic year on March 27, and is facing criticism from graduate…