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2 months ago

UMFK English faculty encourage literacy through events this October

FORT KENT, Maine — In celebration of literacy, the University of Maine at Fort Kent English faculty will once again facilitate a series of events designed to share a love for the written and spoken word with people of all ages in the local area. The series of events will run from Oct. 9-15. The […]

2 months ago

UMFK hosts annual Homecoming celebration Sept. 19-21

FORT KENT, Maine — The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its annual Homecoming celebration from Friday, Sept. 19 to Sunday, Sept. 21. Three fun-filled days will feature a variety of events, including bouncy houses, a community barbecue, bonfire, live music, athletic competitions, a presentation of the new Landmark sculpture and homecoming brunch. […]

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3 months ago

UMFK students named to spring 2025 dean’s list

The University of Maine at Fort Kent has announced the dean’s list for the spring 2025 semester. This list includes full-time and part-time students. “Congratulations to the students who have earned a place on the UMFK dean’s and academic recognition lists,” said UMFK President Deb Hedeen. “The dean’s list honors our full-time students, while the […]

4 months ago

UMFK Alumni Day at Portland Sea Dogs

FORT KENT, Maine – Calling all Bengals! The University of Maine at Fort Kent Alumni Association is thrilled to announce the inaugural “UMFK Alumni Day” set for Sunday, Sept. 7 at Hadlock Field in Portland. This exciting event, held in partnership with the Portland Sea Dogs, promises an unforgettable day filled with camaraderie, community spirit […]

4 months ago

UMFK’s TRIO Student Support Services grant renewed

FORT KENT, Maine — The U.S. Department of Education has awarded the University of Maine at Fort Kent a federal TRIO Student Support Services grant to improve college retention and graduation rates among low-income, first-generation students and students with disabilities. The five-year grant provides support to the university with $356,773 annually, totaling nearly $1.8 million […]

4 months ago

UMFK celebrates Professor Brickman’s symphonic works inspired by Baltic and Slavic heritage

FORT KENT, Maine – UMFK is proud to announce a special recognition of the profound and culturally rich symphonic compositions of Professor Scott Brickman, Ph.D. His body of work, particularly his five symphonies composed between 2006 and 2020, offers a compelling musical journey deeply rooted in his Baltic and Slavic ethnic background. The University of […]