FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington is offering freshmen students from Franklin County free on-campus housing for their first year, starting in the fall semester. The program, Be Home At UMF, was offered only to Mt. Blue High School students for the fall of 2013, Jamie Marcus, UMF director of admissions, said. This […]
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UMF kicking off 150 Healthy Habits initiative
FARMINGTON — Continuing its 150th anniversary celebration this year, the University of Maine at Farmington is kicking off the spring semester with the “150 Healthy Habits” campaign. Created by the UMF Health Center and its staff of student health advocates, the semester-long initiative provides students, staff and the general public with suggestions to encourage physical […]
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Whale exhibit opens at UMF on Friday
FARMINGTON — An opening reception for Dan and Frank DenDanto’s exhibit titled BUMP will be held from 5 to 8 p.m. Friday, Jan. 24, at the University of Maine at Farmington. The exhibit is in the Flex Space Gallery in the Emery Community Arts Center. It is free and open to the public and runs through March […]
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Caveman Chemistry offered online at UMF
FARMINGTON — Want to learn about the ancient chemical technology of making fires, soap from fat or alcohol from honey, all from the comfort of your own home? The new course, Caveman Chemistry, is one of seven online courses being offered during the spring semester at the University of Maine at Farmington. The introductory chemistry course […]
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University system moves forward on natural gas
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine System last week notified Summit Natural Gas and Trane U.S. Inc. that the University of Maine at Farmington would like to work with both parties to bring natural gas to campus and to convert certain University facilities to use this energy. UMF next will seek to meet with the […]
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UMF offers teacher education certificate programs
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington’s Office of Educational Outreach is offering four teacher education certificate programs to help educators remain current in their field and prepare to seek greater career opportunities. Graduate certificates provide an accelerated and affordable way for educators to learn new skills while strengthening their resume with updated professional […]
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Farmington natural gas line closer to reality with UMF on board
FARMINGTON — Reactions are mixed as organizers of a natural gas line for the Farmington area learned Thursday that the University of Maine at Farmington is ready to bring natural gas to the campus. “The good news is, it’s coming,” state Sen. Thomas Saviello, R-Wilton, said. “But I have mixed emotions. I’m disappointed with UMF. […]
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UMF names Wilson scholars, fellows
FARMINGTON — The University of Maine at Farmington has named 10 Michael D. Wilson scholars and fellows for the fall 2013 semester. This competitive undergraduate research award partners top student researchers with faculty mentors to help students gain experience, insight and skills in their career interests. Georgia Qualey, a history major at UMF, is using […]
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Wearable sculptures ready for reception in Farmington
FARMINGTON — Sculpture students at the University of Maine at Farmington are ready to host a showing of their work on The Prosthesis Project, a collection of wearable sculptures designed to perform a task. The public is welcome to a reception and showing from 5 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 12, in the Flex Space […]
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University Store to hold grand opening
FARMINGTON — The University Store at the University of Maine at Farmington will hold its grand opening Wednesday, Nov. 20, at 238 Main St. The event will offer sales and special offers, door prizes and giveaways, and refreshments. The University Store recently moved from the basement of the Olsen Student Center to the UMF campus, […]