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91ÖÆÆ¬³§’s Intercultural Center Grand Opening Monday, November 14

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ invites you to the Grand Opening of ourÌýInterculturalÌýCenter. Carmen Moreno-Díaz, Director of theÌýInterculturalÌýCenterÌýand Shona Workman,ÌýInterculturalÌýAdvisor, are excited to share the exciting newÌýCenterÌýwith the 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ community. What is theÌýInterculturalÌýCenter? Director Moreno-Díaz describes theÌýCenterÌýbest, “We are slowly crafting a deliberate space of belonging among New Mainers,ÌýinterculturalÌýstudents, and students who have English as their… More »

Gubernatorial candidates to visit 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ encouraging students to get out and vote

South Portland, Maine – The 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ (91ÖÆÆ¬³§) Student Senate is hosting candidates ahead of Tuesday’s Election Day 2022 to encourage students to get out and vote. Governor Janet Mills will visit 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ Monday at 12:30 p.m. on the back porch of Howe Hall. Independent candidate Sam Hunkler will also visit Monday at… More »

Advising Month helps students stay on a path to academic success

It’s that time of year again to start focusing on the future. 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ (91ÖÆÆ¬³§) advisors are ready to help you reach your educational goals while saving you precious time and money during Advising Month 2022. 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ faculty and staff encourage students to meet with an advisor during Advising Month, which kicks off… More »

Nearly 1,000 people visited 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ during Fall Open House 2022

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine – Mother nature played along this past Saturday, helping highlight the beautiful 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ (91ÖÆÆ¬³§) campus during the Fall 2022 Open House event. Nearly 1,000 people including hundreds of prospective students came to campus to meet 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ faculty and staff and explore the exciting opportunities at the College. During the… More »

Fall enrollment up 10.5% at 91ÖÆÆ¬³§

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine – Fall enrollment at 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ (91ÖÆÆ¬³§) is up 10.5% in headcount and 16.4% in credit hours, according to numbers released Wednesday by the Maine Community College System (MCCS), boosted by a new Free College scholarship. “Maine’s Free College initiative, our flexible and accessible programs, and our dedicated and talented… More »

South Portland’s Pleasantdale Hose Company Three Memorial Scholarship to support 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ Students

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine – An investment of $60,000 from South Portland’s Pleasantdale Hose Company Three to the 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ (91ÖÆÆ¬³§) Foundation will benefit 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ full- and part-time students in the College’s public safety programs. Pleasantdale Hose Company Three established the endowed scholarship in memory of all who served the company from 1893-2015. The… More »

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ to host Open House Saturday, October 22

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ is hosting its Fall Open House on Saturday, October 22, from 9 a.m. to noon at the South Portland Campus. We invite students and families to visit and get a first-hand look and feel for all we offer. You can meet our supportive faculty and staff at Open House, learn about… More »

In Her Presence organization holds Student Day at 91ÖÆÆ¬³§

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine – In Her Presence (IHP), a Maine-based organization that supports New Mainer women and their families, held their Student Day at 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ (91ÖÆÆ¬³§) on Friday, September 23. 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ will provide classroom space for over 90 students and additional IHP programs. In Her Presence works with New Mainers, including Asylum… More »

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ to host Transfer Fair Thursday, October 6

Colleges and universities in Maine and from across New England will be on hand at the fall 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ (91ÖÆÆ¬³§) Transfer Fair where students can learn about transfer opportunities after graduation. The fair is scheduled from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. on Thursday, October 6 in the Campus Center. The fair allows students to do… More »

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month

National Hispanic Heritage Month runs annually from September 15 through October 15 and celebrates the Latino community and their histories, cultures, and contributions. During this month 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ will recognize and bring awareness to Latinx people, both past and present. Please look for a display in the South Portland Campus Center with photos… More »