Presidential-candidate hopeful Ron Paul to visit USM on Saturday
Portland Music 2011 in Review
Posted on December 09, 2011 by Kevin Steeves and Dylan Martin in Arts & Culture
Despite its small population of over 66,000, Portland has developed and nurtured a remarkably diverse local music scene over the years. It’s still growing too, in 2011 Dispatch, a new magazine dedicated to local music and …
Henry: The hectic holiday conduct
Posted on December 07, 2011 by Andrew Henry in Henry's Head, Perspectives
The holiday season is in full swing, and with it comes a seasonal tradition as prominent as eggnog and dad’s incessant snoring. I’m talking about holiday advertising.
The holiday season brings about millions of smiles each year, …
O’Reilly: A look into the Iota Nu chapter of fraternity Sigma Nu
Posted on December 07, 2011 by oreilly in Greek Corner, Perspectives
Ever wonder what action movie star Harrison Ford and pro quarterback Archie Manning have in common? Aside from rugged good looks and a bankroll large enough to choke a Wookie, both American icons share eternal bonds …
Botman announces ‘iron-clad commitment’ to provide $1 million in additional scholarships next fall
Posted on December 06, 2011 by Paul Koenig in News
USM President Selma Botman officially announced the $1 million increase in student financial aid the university will provide to incoming high school students next fall at a press conference in the lobby of Payson Smith Hall in Portland today. The additional aid, which will come in the form of scholarships, will go to high school students of academic promise and merit and financial need.
A&C Recommends: Falls of Rauros, The Baltic Sea, AWAAS and Haru Bangs at SPACE
Posted on December 05, 2011 by Kevin Steeves in Arts & Culture
On Saturday, Dec.10, SPACE Gallery in Portland is bringing a surefire cure for your impending cabin fever, as Maine black metal kings Falls of Rauros will be joined by The Baltic Sea, AWAAS and Haru Bangs for …
The RattleSnakes explore new and uncharted territory with ‘Spine’
Posted on December 05, 2011 by Kevin Steeves in Album Reviews
There is an inherent danger in musician’s revisiting and pillaging their youth for inspiration. For those less-than-successful in the endeavor, the results are mundane melodramas of unrequited love that bring more pity and embarrassment than longing for the salad days. …
With UMaine set to begin enforcing tobacco ban, USM is still in discussion about a similar policy
Posted on December 05, 2011 by Paul Koenig in News
With the University of Maine beginning to enforce its tobacco-free campus in January, other campuses like USM could follow with similar bans.
Professors, occupiers hold Occupy Maine teach-in at USM
Posted on December 05, 2011 by Noah Hurowitz in News
Representatives of Occupy Maine and several USM professors held a symposium Thursday to discuss the movement and answer questions from students and community members. The event was organized in part by the USM Leadership Development Board.
