AIDS Awareness On today, December 1, we marked World AIDS Day. Health Services encourages our USM community to protect themselves against HIV (the virus that causes AIDS), seek testing and know that there is treatment for the virus. We are a judgment-free zone and are here to support you. To that end, we humbly offer…
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FAFSA deadline around the corner
On November 9th, USM’s Student Financial Services teamed up with representatives from the Financial Authority of Maine (FAME), TRiO, Promise Scholars, and Jobs for Maine Graduates (JMG) to host a FAFSA Completion Night on both Gorham and Portland campuses to encourage students to fill out their FAFSA. The same event was also held at the…
Art is More Than Just Art
USM had the wonderful opportunity to welcome Oscar Mokeme to give a presentation called “African Masquerade” at the Burnham Lounge in Robie-Andrews Hall on November 14th. The presentation was an opportunity to share African culture through art with students. Mokeme immigrated from Nigeria, and is now the Founder and Director of The Museum of African…
MovieTalk: The Menu
The exploration of the stupidity within ultra-wealthy classes, and the near-comedic minimalism of high-end dining prevails in the Hollywood palette cleanser, “The Menu.” Directed by Mark Mylod, and starring an ensemble cast with Anya Taylor-Joy, Ralph Fiennes, Nicholas Hoult, Hong Chau, & more, “The Menu” follows a group of 12 strangers who find themselves trapped…
Letter From The Editor 12/2022
In the thick of the holiday season that presents itself with many complicated feelings, everyone is rushing around looking for the next big deal and we’re panicking because we have to submit so many assignments in the next couple of weeks. Oftentimes we are told to just relax, It’s the holiday season, kick back with…
The Job Shadow Program
Underclassman students here at USM take on a lot of new responsibilities, from new classes to a new living situation, and many more things they have to adjust to. It’s easy to get lost in thought about what to do once someone graduates from USM. Specifically, what kind of career a student wishes to pursue….
November 14th & 28th Student Senate Meetings
The Committee on Military, Veteran, and Public Safety Affairs; a committee created by Senator Jameson Goulding has officially passed after it was brought to the Student Senate over a month ago. Although it was passed with a ⅔ majority vote, the steps in order for the committee to be an official part of the senate…
MovieTalk: Black Panther Wakanda Forever
The Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) has just concluded its fourth phase of installments with the release of Black Panther: Wakanda Forever, directed by Ryan Coogler. This film is a sequel to its predecessor, Black Panther, and sees the African nation of Wakanda in the wake of King T’Challa’s death. Due to the discussion of details…
Mr. Burns Takes the Stage
Have you ever wondered what the world may look like in a post-apocalyptic setting? Or rather, how would our forms of entertainment appear without electricity, and only the faint memory of what our favorite television shows used to be? Well wonder no longer, because the University of Southern Maine’s theatre department has brought that futuristic…
The Peer Career Guide Program
At one time or another someone has asked you to fill out a résumé. For some people it’s a fairly simple process. You compile a list of your work and school history, you add in your accomplishments and sprinkle in some traits, experiences, and keywords that will catch the eye of any person who will…
Osher School of Music produces “Nine: the Musical”
The Osher School of Music’s (OSOM) musical theater workshop class performed their rendition of Nine, a musical written by Arthur Kopit & Maury Yeston. Based on the 1963 film, 8 ½, the story tells of an Italian filmmaker, Guido Contini, as he navigates various obstacles in his life: a midlife crisis that provokes a creative…
Financial Wellness + iGrab with Abshiro Ali
My name is Abshiro Ali and I’m a graduate student at the school of Nursing. I work at the Financial Aid Department as a Graduate Assistant promoting Financial Wellness for University of Southern Maine students, staff, and alumni. What does financial Wellness mean? Financial wellness is understanding of your personal finances and goals, and using that…
A Spooktacular Extravaganza at USM
Nestled inside the heart of the USM community are the drag shows that have been put on here since October, 2021. Ever since the residential drag queen, Letta Dicken, started the shows, more and more performers have expressed themselves through the art of drag during these shows. It allows everyday students to explore their identities,…
October 31st Student Senate Meeting
In the last Student senate meeting of the month, one of the biggest highlights was the induction of three new senators who were unanimously elected into the Student senate: Sanjay Tucker, Marshall Burt, and Sumaya Mohamed. Discussions surrounding Senator Goulding’s second formal proposal of his committee concerning the USM First Responders and the USM students…
Walking on the Left
Portland, Maine had the opportunity to see Maine’s current Governor Janet Mills, who is seeking a second term, face off against former Governor Paul LePage, attempting for his third term, in the last gubernatorial debate until November’s election. On Thursday, October 27th, 2022, the two candidates and a large audience gathered at the Holiday Inn…
Walking on the Right
“Inspiring today. Transforming tomorrow.” This is a sentiment that radiates truth with the Maine State Chamber of Commerce. On October 27, 2022 they held a forum for the Gubernatorial Debate between incumbent Governor Janet Mills and rival candidate Paul LePage. This forum saw President of the chamber, Dana Connors welcome everyone to this event that…
Beats, Spunk, & Soft Spirit
We know that USM students are known for being talented academically, But this student has a creative side he is passionate to share. Alain Igiraneza is a student here at USM who creates music as an outlet of creativity, and hopefully soon as a career. I hadn’t heard his music until the day of the…
Closing Chapters
Here at the University of Southern Maine, music is highly valued. The Osher School of Music “offers a personalized and opportunity-based approach to educating musicians.” This includes providing a faculty filled with performers, teachers, scholars, and mentors. A stepping stone for the seniors in the Osher School of Music is their senior recital. They spend…
MovieTalk: Halloween Ends
The infamous 1978 slasher flick “Halloween”, directed by John Carpenter, has since spawned a lengthy franchise that has spanned almost 40 years. The saga has included various adaptations of Michael Myers and his rampage across 13 films, including two remakes, and now what finally appears to be its final installment. “Halloween Ends”, directed by David…
Homecoming Weekend
Saturday, October 15th marked the start of the university’s 2022 homecoming weekend on the Gorham campus. Husky athletes and fans were busy this weekend with around-the-clock games. Men’s soccer kicked off the day with a tough game against Rhode Island College that ended in a 0-0 tie, making it their third tie in the Little…
The Queer Craft Autumn Fest
For the LGBTQ+ community, being able to have a space to get together and share common interests is extremely important. That is now a possiblity with the Queer Craft Market hosted by Queer Craft Maine. On October 16th, at the Portland Gear Hub, multiple different small businesses and artists made an appearance to share their…
A Drag Extravaganza: Welcome Home Huskies
Lower Brooks was alive last Saturday with the sound of music, cheers, and “Slay!” as audience members enjoyed a night of drag performances by fellow USM students. Since the Fall of 2021, Residential Assistant (RA) Bryan Spaulding has led the brigade of introducing drag and all of its forms to the USM community through hosting…
Minding Your Own
Students must have the key to keeping the equilibrium balanced! The amount of things we balance as one person is too high to count! From creating time for our family, to homework, tests, maintaining friendships, and making sure we don’t fall asleep early and miss dinner at the cafe. We are the kings and queens…
Portland Art Community Booming
Last Friday Congress St. was abustle with Portland’s vibrant arts community. Since 2000 the Portland Art Walk has provided students and locals alike with a place to showcase original works and take part in this city’s growing subculture. The annual self-guided tour has become a time honored and loved tradition, especially because “it’s such a…