The unrecognized value of maps
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer The Osher Map Library and Smith Center For Cartographic Education at USM holds tens of thousands of rare and historical maps, making it the second … Read More
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Nancy Ruth Leavitt’s contemporary illuminated manuscripts
By: Ben Theriault, Staff Writer Sometimes a book can be judged by its cover. From Jan. 28 to April 20, students have an opportunity to see the exhibit Contemporary Illuminated … Read More
MovieTalk: Alternative holiday movies
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer Getting in the holiday spirit used to be difficult if Rudolph or Charlie Brown were not your cup of tea. Fortunately, the last couple of decades … Read More
USM featured artist & artwork of the week
By: Ben Theriault, Staff Writer A wonderful aspect of student life is the ubiquity of art within a college atmosphere. USM is home to many talented artists and the Free … Read More
Community radio station provides variety of music
By: Ben Theriault, Staff Writer “300 different songs in a week, not the same song 300 times.” This is the unofficial motto at USM’s college radio station WMPG, 90.9 FM. At … Read More
Daniel Minter’s “OTHERED, Displaced from Malaga”
By: Ben Theriault, Staff Writer Starting on October 4 and lasting until December 9, the USM art gallery on the Gorham campus will be showcasing an exhibit from artist in residence, … Read More
A cosmic perspective
By: Ben Theriault, Staff Writer An overlooked resource on the USM campus is the Southworth Planetarium. On Monday September 17 I visited the planetarium to attend their double-feature presentation titled “Beyond … Read More
Theatre and SPA performances
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer This year the USM Theater Department will offer an exciting and eclectic variety of shows ranging from horror and romance drama to political farce and poetry. … Read More
Funding for Master Plan remains unknown
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer The new USM master plan has hit a brief obstacle during its final stages of development. The 128th Maine Legislature decided to adjourn on Thursday afternoon, … Read More
New organization promotes compassion at USM
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer Brooke Dodson-Lavelle, co-founder and president of the Courage of Care Coalition, led the first event hosted by the Center for Compassion, a new organization at … Read More
USM welcomes new Chief of Police, Noel March
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer Last week USM received a new Chief of Police/Director of Public Safety & Security, Noel March, who took over for Interim Chief of Police, Ronald Saindon. … Read More
Outdoor spots around campus to soak up some sun
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer As spring slowly arrives to campus this year, students are starting to be able to find themselves comfortably outside again. The need for students to go … Read More
Student Senate approves budget for individual jackets
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer The Student Senate meeting held in Bailey Hall on March 9, provided an overall reflection on the current work of the Student Senators. The meeting, led … Read More
Shauna Shames: Getting millennials involved in politics
By Ben Theriault, Staff Writer The Millennial generation is continuing a common trend—young citizens abstaining from political action. Reasons why this occurs and how to change this fate are explored by … Read More
The culture and lives of Iranian women
Ben Theriault, Staff Writer Two weeks ago, on Feb. 14, The Poet and the Assassin, a five-act play written by USM’s own, Reza Jalali was performed at Talbot Hall on … Read More
SOJA gets back to roots with new album
Ben Theriault, Staff Writer The South is not the first place one would expect to find an alternative reggae band, let alone a successful one with a multi-million fan … Read More
Movie Talk: Call Me By Your Name
Ben Theriault, Staff Writer Luca Guadagnino’s newest film and final addition to his thematic Desire trilogy—Call Me by Your Name—proves to be a beautifully devastating meditation on sexual awakening, first … Read More
Local artists, diverse representation at PMA
Ben Theriault, Staff Writer The Portland Museum of Art (PMA) has an eclectic array of art from all over the world. The museum boasts a collection housing 18,000 individual works, … Read More
USM English department professor motivates
By: Ben Theriault, Staff Writer At USM, many students are fortunate to often have access to small classroom environments. This creates an excellent opportunity for the student body and faculty … Read More
Senate funded Trevor Project at USM has high hopes
By: Ben Theriault, Staff Writer In the United States about 43,000 people take their own lives every year. This makes suicide the tenth leading cause of death and the second … Read More
Samhain, a celebration of connectivity
By: Ben Theriault, Staff Writer Whether it be through festive food, favorite horror movies, or costumes, many people are embracing the Autumn spirit and preparing for Halloween. Amongst all of the … Read More
Iranian films in Maine as a window into Iran
By: Ben Theriault, Contributor As part of this year’s Convocation, USM will be hosting Maine’s first Iranian film festival at the Wishcamper Center, starting Friday, Oct. 20. November 10, the event … Read More