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How to get a job after graduation
By Zoe Bernardi, Staff Writer The scariest thing after graduation is the job search. Resumes, cover letters and interviews make the whole process very stressful.…
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What are USM graduates doing after graduation?
By Kate Rogers, Community Editor Drew Masse – theater major Masse plans to save for a few years before moving to Los Angeles to begin…
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Meet the 2019 student commencement speaker
By Alyson Peabody, News Editor From a small farming village in Yantarne, Ukraine to Old Orchard Beach, Maine, Yanina Nickless has carried her passion for…
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Governor Janet Mills to deliver commencement keynote address
By Julie Pike, Editor-in-Chief Governor Janet Mills, the first female governor of Maine, will be delivering the keynote address at the 2019 Commencement Ceremony. Born…
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Message to graduates from President Glenn Cummings
By President Glenn Cummings As another academic year comes to a close, I want to thank every one of our students for making USM the…
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USM joins national program to Swipe Out Hunger
By Gus Pignatello, Staff Writer and Alyson Peabody, News Editor Swipe Out Hunger could help eliminate food insecurity for college students. Student Body President, Katelyn…
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Native community seeks increased awareness in USM curriculum
By Melissa Fraser, Staff Writer Amidst centuries of colonization and ongoing threats to their cultures, the Native Wabanaki population is working towards increasing Indigenous language…
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Bee population threatened by land use and climate change
By Zoe Bernardi, Staff Writer New England bee populations are quickly decreasing due to factors like climate change, pesticides and land use. According to a…
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Ongoing debate over 147-mile CMP line in Maine
By Marshall Woods, Staff Writer Public debate about a proposed 147-mile power line through Maine to bring hydropower to Massachusetts has been steady since September…
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Impacts at USM during Maine’s shortage of public safety officials
By Nick Schleh, Staff Writer The state of Maine is facing a severe shortage in public safety officials and that can extend to the USM…
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Insufficient housing leaves students waitlisted
By Cooper-John Trapp, Staff Writer Several USM students report that residential students feel frustrated with the current housing waitlist of about 110 students. This means…
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A day in the life of President Glenn Cummings
By Asha Tompkins, Arts and Culture Editor President Glenn Cummings was first in his immediate and extended family to receive a four-year degree. He likes…
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Spring Fling events kick off April 22-28
By Hailey Wood, Staff Writer This week, for the first time in five years, there will be a Spring Fling Concert. The concert is being…
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USM’s Ci2 lab plans to expand in the fall
By Nick Schleh, Staff Writer USM’s Ci2 lab, a hub for collaboration, innovation, and research has plans for expansion in the fall. The experimental learning…
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Students for Sensible Drug Policy respond to opioid crisis
By Alyson Peabody, News Editor USM students are organizing a Students for Sensible Drug Policy (SSDP) chapter to help end the war on drugs. The…
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Maine House approves ban on single use styrofoam containers
By Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Over the past decade, Maine has become increasingly well known for its environmental awareness and restoration efforts. This concept has…
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Student Government election results
By Julie Pike, Editor-in-Chief After a week of tallying votes, the results of the recent Student Government elections were sent out to students by Dean of…
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Does the “Florida Man” trend have anything to do with mental health?
BY UNF SPINNAKER There seems to be a new challenge circulating throughout social media every week. The most recent twitter craze is the Florida Man…
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USM Professor passed away suddenly over the weekend
Tuesday morning USM Provost Jeannine Uzzi sent out an email to the USM community to inform them of the passing of Professor Raphael Diluzio. “Dear…
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What’s the cost? Average tuition continues to rise nationwide
BY COLLEGE MEDIA GROUP Costs associated with attending college have skyrocketed in the 21st century, with prices seeing a steady increase since Y2K. Despite this,…
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Glickman’s Reference Department transitioning to a student-centric model
By Alyson Peabody, News Editor Glickman Library is hiring 25 students to become the new faces of their reference department. Starting in the fall, the…
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Greek Life future faces debt and housing ordinances
By Zoe Bernardi, Staff Writer USM fraternities and sororities have spent nearly ten years strengthening their reputation. In 2010, Gorham banned all fraternities and sororities…
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Proposed rail line in Southern Maine would revive a 125 year tradition
By Alyson Peabody, News Editor A proposed passenger rail between Maine’s two largest cities is financially dependent on guaranteed ridership between Portland and Lewiston/Auburn (L/A)L/A.…
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USM expert connects high anxiety to social media and sleep loss
By Hailey Wood, Staff Writer Maine has the highest rate in the nation of children diagnosed with anxiety disorders and percentage of youth who access mental…
