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Campus Connections, In the Spotlight, Feb. 16

Alumni Profile Hannah McGhee, 2nd time around Hannah McGhee earned a bachelor’s degree from a prestigious liberal arts college in 1995. But it took a second degree from 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ for her to develop the skills to launch her own business. After graduating from Middlebury College in Political Science with German and French, Hannah wasn’t sure… More »

Campus Connections, Top Stories, Feb. 16

Scholarship Salute The 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ Foundation is paying tribute to donors who have contributed to Foundation scholarships and students who have received them. At coffee receptions at the McKernan Center last week, the Foundation recognized several dozen students who received Foundation scholarships this year, as well as donors whose generosity has made the scholarships possible. The… More »

Campus Connections, In the Spotlight, Feb. 1

Student Profile Emily Cleary, up up and away A debate with her fiancé over what would happen if gravity disappeared reignited Emily Cleary’s interest in learning and her decision to return to college. That decision brought her to 91ÖÆÆ¬³§, and she’s now a pre-engineering student with a near-perfect grade point average. After 91ÖÆÆ¬³§, she plans… More »

Campus Connections, Top Stories, Feb. 1

Students meet legislators, advocate for 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ students made the most of a rare opportunity to meet face-to-face with Maine legislators and tell them how much 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ means to them. A group of six lawmakers visited 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ on Jan. 30 to meet with President Cantor, staff and students, while enjoying a light breakfast in a… More »

Campus Connections, In the Spotlight, Jan. 19

Student Spotlight Nick Jackson, inspired by superheroes Nick Jackson is inspired by superheroes — which helps explain why he’s enrolled in 91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s Paramedicine program. Nick became an EMT when he was 16 and will become a paramedic when he graduates from 91ÖÆÆ¬³§. When he’s not in class, he works for an ambulance service that gives… More »

Campus Connections, Top Stories, January 19

Welcome to the Spring Semester! Thousands of 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ students have arrived on the South Portland and Midcoast Campuses for the Spring Semester, ready to continue their studies and prepare for bright futures. Classes began January 19 and the semester ends on May 14. Some of the key dates for students to mark on their calendars… More »

Campus Connections, In the Spotlight, Dec. 21

Student Profile Elliott Gagnon, tapping his creative side Elliott Gagnon thought he wanted to become a music teacher when he completed high school. After discovering that wasn’t his true calling, he came to 91ÖÆÆ¬³§ to learn about graphic design, video production and scriptwriting. Elliott first enrolled at the University of Southern Maine following his 2012… More »

Campus Connections, Top Stories, December 21

Students build greenhouse for local school Phi Theta Kappa members have built a greenhouse at a local elementary school to help pupils learn about food and environmental sustainability. For its Honors in Action project, members of 91ÖÆÆ¬³§’s PTK honor society built a 16-by-20-foot greenhouse at Dyer Elementary School in South Portland. Garden beds will be… More »

Campus Connections, In the Spotlight, Dec. 7

Faculty Spotlight Steve Willis, teaching habits of success Fire safety has been in Steve Willis’ blood since he was young. As a junior firefighter in high school, he rode his bike when responding to fire calls; now he heads 91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s Fire Science program. After high school, Willis graduated from 91ÖÆÆ¬³§â€™s Fire Science program before working… More »

Campus Connections, Top Stories, December 7

New media students showcase work — while meeting potential employers Communications & New Media students are putting their best work on display for students, faculty, staff and potential employers who have been invited to their annual Senior Portfolio show. This year’s show will feature the illustrations, photography, videos, graphic design, coding and other works of… More »