Search for USM president is down to 4 finalists, but process rankles some

University of Southern Maine faculty and other community members expressed frustration with the search process, saying it has not been as transparent as it should be.

USM wipes away about $2 million in student debt

The university said it excused all student debt acquired between spring 2020 and summer 2021, during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Maine nursing schools see enrollments rise amid pandemic

Students preparing for hospital careers say they aren't discouraged by the pressures of the pandemic, and instead are eager to help.

USM to present ‘Urinetown’ on stage and live-streamed

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Maine university recognizes local dean’s list students

Maine Voices: Pandemic calls for us to rethink impossible expectations of teachers

Can we continue to ask them to wear so many hats, for pay that will not allow them to pursue education as a long-term career, with minimal support?

Maine Voices: USM center will build on historian’s legacy by strengthening labor education

L.D. 1816 would create the Dr. Charles A. Scontras Labor Center in honor of a man who grew up in Old Orchard and began his working life in a shoe shop.

Foundation increases gift to Maine arts center by $1 million

The Crewe Foundation's $5 million gift earlier this year was the largest in its history.

UMaine System creates committee to find next president for University of Southern Maine

Exisiting President Glenn Cummings announced in October that he was stepping down at the end of the academic year next June.

USM to start search for new president

The university system said it plans to interview finalists in March and pick the new president by April to replace Glenn Cummings.