By Nick Schleh, Staff Writer The state of Maine is facing a severe shortage…
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Insufficient housing leaves students waitlisted
By Cooper-John Trapp, Staff Writer Several USM students report that residential students feel frustrated…
A day in the life of President Glenn Cummings
By Asha Tompkins, Arts and Culture Editor President Glenn Cummings was first in his…
Spring Fling events kick off April 22-28
By Hailey Wood, Staff Writer This week, for the first time in five years,…
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…
Students for Sensible Drug Policy respond to opioid crisis
By Alyson Peabody, News Editor USM students are organizing a Students for Sensible Drug…
Maine House approves ban on single use styrofoam containers
By Ryan Farrell, Staff Writer Over the past decade, Maine has become increasingly well…
Student Government election results
By Julie Pike, Editor-in-Chief After a week of tallying votes, the results of the recent…
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…
USM Professor passed away suddenly over the weekend
Tuesday morning USM Provost Jeannine Uzzi sent out an email to the USM community…
What’s the cost? Average tuition continues to rise nationwide
BY COLLEGE MEDIA GROUP Costs associated with attending college have skyrocketed in the 21st…
Glickman’s Reference Department transitioning to a student-centric model
By Alyson Peabody, News Editor Glickman Library is hiring 25 students to become the…
Greek Life future faces debt and housing ordinances
By Zoe Bernardi, Staff Writer USM fraternities and sororities have spent nearly ten years…
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…
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…
Meet the Student Body President Candidates
Three USM students are running for Student Body President in this week’s elections, running…
USM experts find state failing at-risk youth
By Melissa Fraser, Staff Writer A report published by USM researchers recommends community-based treatment…
Students not satisfied with food options for dietary restrictions
By Cooper-John Trapp, Staff Writer Sodexo provides food service to USM students across its…
Maine working to have 100 percent renewable energy by 2050
By Alyson Peabody, News Editor Governor Janet Mills announced a proposal in late February…
Uber subsidiary is bringing bikeshare to Portland
By Hailey Wood, Staff Writer In late January the city of Portland issued a…
Risks of plagiarism and how to avoid them
By Cooper-John Trapp, Staff Writer High school and universities work to educate students on…
Proposed Maine bill will make immunizations mandatory for students
By Gus Pignatello, Staff Writer Maine legislators are considering passing a bill that would…
Governor Janet Mills will deliver USM commencement address
By Hailey Wood, Staff Writer Maine Governor Janet Mills will deliver the USM commencement…
Ci2 lab aids students in starting small businesses
By Nick Schleh, Staff Writer After the success of their first workshop, the Ci2…