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In the Spotlight: August 28 Campus Connections

Alumni Spotlight, Matthew Beckmann, ciao from Rome Most students who transfer after graduating from 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ go to schools in Maine and elsewhere in New England. Not Matthew Beckmann. He went to Italy. After finishing high school in 2009, Matthew attended a small liberal arts college for a semester before deciding he wasn’t ready for college…. More »

Campus Connections, What’s Happening: August 28 – September 10

Academic: Monday, Aug. 28 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Learning Commons open 8 a.m., Add/drop period begins for 100 percent refund Tuesday, Aug. 29 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Learning Commons open Wednesday, Aug. 30 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Learning Commons open Thursday, Aug. 31 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Learning Commons open Friday, Sept. 1 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Learning Commons open… More »

91ÖÆÆ¬³§, Kaplan University sign agreements to ensure seamless transfer for 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ graduates to Kaplan

Southern Maine CommunityÌýCollege and Kaplan University have signed new agreements that ensure graduates from select 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ academic programs enjoy a smooth transition to correlating programs at Kaplan that will prepare them for successful careers in high-demand industries. 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ President Dr. Ron Cantor and Kaplan University, Maine President Dr. Christopher Quinn recently signed 10 transfer agreements… More »

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ launches Construction Institute, innovative program to support construction industry

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ is helping the state’s construction industry with a new program that provides Mainers a flexible pathway to grow their skill sets and advance their construction careers. 91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s new Construction Institute, which launches this fall, was developed in collaboration with members of Maine’s construction industry to provide training that is essential to… More »

Top Stories: July 24 Campus Connections

New this fall: Construction Institute (funding available) 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ is offering a new program this fall that provides Mainers a flexible pathway to learn vital skills to start or advance their careers in the construction industry. 91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s Construction Institute launches this fall with five short-study courses that are offered in the late afternoon and early evening…. More »

In the Spotlight: July 24 Campus Connections

Staff Profile David Balberchak, building supervisor 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ has dozens of buildings. When the roofs don’t leak, the lights turn on and the water keeps flowing, you can thank David Balberchak and his staff. As the Building and Trades Supervisor in the Facilities Maintenance Department, Balberchak oversees anything to do with 91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s buildings and the staff… More »

Campus Connections, What’s Happening: July 24 – August 27

Academic: Monday, July 24 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tutoring, Learning Commons Tuesday, July 25 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tutoring, Learning Commons Wednesday, July 26 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tutoring, Learning Commons Thursday, July 27 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tutoring, Learning Commons Friday, July 28 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Tutoring, Learning Commons Monday, July 31 Last day to withdraw from summer… More »

NSF grant funds 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ research fellowships, curriculum development to boost STEM workforce

A National Science Foundation grant is allowing 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ students to take part in a cutting-edge scientific research project that will be integrated into 91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s biotechnology curriculum. The National Science Foundation has awarded Bigelow Laboratory for Ocean Sciences in Boothbay a three-year grant of $399,908 for a study of a marine protozoan parasite… More »

91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s On-the-Spot Acceptance Days offer simple solution for college admission

91ÖÆÆ¬³§ is holding three On-the-Spot Acceptance Days allowing prospective students to meet one-on-one with college representatives and complete the entire admissions process for the Fall Semester in a single visit. The 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ Admissions Office will be open for extended hours on the South Portland Campus and the Midcoast Campus in Brunswick from… More »

Top Stories: June 19 Campus Connections

Dining hall getting complete makeover Oceanview Dining Hall will have a new look and feel when students return for the Fall Semester. The Sodexo Dining Services dining hall is being renovated this summer with improvements that include: A new food island with four food stations (salad, pizza, deli, international) A new grill station open daily… More »