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UMFK faculty present at conference

On May 10 four faculty members from the University of Maine at Fort Kent presented at the Faculty Institute Conference in Augusta. The Faculty Institute is exclusive to members of the University of Maine System and offers attendees professional development opportunities for distance educators.

UMFK employees recognized for years of dedicated service

The University of Maine at Fort Kent’s Human Resources honored 22 members of its faculty and staff for their service to the University at a recent ceremony on campus. Special awards were given to employees who have been at the UMFK for five, 10, 15, 20, 25, and 30 years of service.

UMFK nursing students honored at pinning ceremony

On Friday, May 5, 171 University of Maine at Fort Kent nursing students graduated from the program, with 28 attending the 39th annual UMFK Nurse Pinning Ceremony at the Sports Center on the UMFK campus.

Students to perform Broadway classic ‘Guys and Dolls’

Those who have never had the opportunity to attend a Broadway show can have a taste of the experience when Valley Unified drama students perform “Guys and Dolls."

UMFK nursing students honored at pinning ceremony

On Friday, May 5 171 University of Maine at Fort Kent nursing students graduated from the program, with 28 attending the 39th annual UMFK Nurse Pinning Ceremony at the Sports Center on the UMFK campus.

Workforce coordinator will build bridges for ‘new Mainers’

Victoire Liwanga recently became workforce development coordinator for New Mainers at Northern Maine Community College.

Van Buren names senior honor parts for class of 2023

Van Buren District Secondary School recently named the 2023 graduating class honor parts. Elyssa Violette is this year’s valedictorian, Aidan Christopher Stanco is salutatorian and Alec Ayotte is honor essayist.

UMFK assistant professor Dr. Graham honored with Maine Campus Compact Donald Harward Faculty Award

On April 28, Maine Campus Compact celebrated its 22nd annual awards ceremony at the University of Maine at Augusta to recognize outstanding work in public service and civic engagement by Maine faculty, students, and community and corporate partners.

Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes on the UMFK campus to host exhibit by renowned local artist Pelletier

The Acadian Archives/Archives acadiennes at the University of Maine at Fort Kent will host an art exhibit titled “A Bit of This and a Bit of That” through the end of August. The exhibit, featuring paintings an assortment of subjects, animals, people and outdoor vistas, showcases the work of renowned locally artist Lulu Pelletier.

UMFK announces 2023 Distinguished Service Recipient

The University of Maine at Fort Kent is pleased to announce that Peter Sirois of Eagle Lake will be awarded the 2023 UMFK Distinguished Service Award at UMFK’s 141st Commencement ceremony on May 6. This award is given to individuals who have gone above and beyond in service to UMFK or the greater community of the St. John Valley, Aroostook County or the State of Maine.

‘The Boston Marathon Experience’

St. John Valley Senior College is offering a class on “The Boston Marathon Experience.” The class includes four Boston Marathon runners who will talk about how to prepare for the race, the challenges of the race, how to maintain their motivation, and their most difficult part of the race.

Open house focused on Acadian safety and wellness

The public is invited for an open house at the University of Maine at Fort Kent focusing on safety and wellness of the Acadian people of the region. Light refreshments and snacks will be provided at the event from 2-8 p.m. Friday, April 28 in the Nadeau Teleconference Room.

Professional Logging Contractors of Maine, NMCC announce recruiting is underway for Mechanized Logging Operations and Forest Trucking Program

The Professional Logging Contractors of Maine and Northern Maine Community College announced recruiting is underway for the Mechanized Logging Operations and Forest Trucking Program, an expanded version of the highly successful logging operations certificate program that will now include Commercial Driver’s License training.

Davis named CTE Student of the Year

Van Buren Regional Career and Technology Center is pleased to announce the 2023 CTE Student of the Year as Addion Davis.

Fort Kent students advance to national trivia competition

It was just their first year of participation in the Maine Quiz Bowl, but Fort Kent students gave it their all and qualified for the upcoming national competition.

Safety and COVID were his biggest challenges, Aroostook superintendent says

As Tim Doak prepares for his biggest career move yet, he credits close-knit relationships with students, colleagues and families for showing him what is most important.

UMFK announces 2023 honorary doctoral degree recipient

The University of Maine at Fort Kent is pleased to announce American abstract painter Don Voisine as the 2023 UMFK honorary doctoral degree recipient.

UMFK Scholars’ Symposium to feature students’ achievements

The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its 12th annual Scholars’ Symposium on Wednesday, April 26 on the UMFK campus. The theme of this year’s event is “Serendipity.” The symposium is open to the public.

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