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Henry: Internet enabling a new generation of bullies
There is nothing in this world that pisses me off more than trolling, bullying…
Kidder: Make a difference for the planet by starting with your day
By Tyler Kidder Some days my job seems daunting — changing the minds of…
Kelley: Anti-abortion agitators ignite a different debate
By Thomas Kelley Along with most of the student body, faculty, administration and even…
Williams: Vote of ‘no confidence’ would hurt university on the mend
In the past few weeks, there has been an incredible amount of confusion regarding the vote of no confidence in University of Southern Maine President Selma Botman. The controversy regarding pay raises seems to be the catalyst that drove this petition to the president’s desk. It is not.
Some faculty accuse committee organizing no-confidence vote of bias
A faculty vote of no confidence in University of Southern Maine President Selma Botman is tentatively scheduled for the end of this month, but some faculty members have raised concerns over the neutrality of the committee organizing the vote, as well as the process.
Rift develops as faculty take sides for and against Botman
Members of faculty opposing and supporting University of Southern Maine President Selma Botman have released statements outlining their support for or opposition to voting no confidence in the embattled president.
City of Portland, USM looking to improve annoying intersection near campus
Whether on foot or by car, crossing the six-way intersection next to the University of…
Between federal and state law, medical marijuana patients caught in vise on campus
When Robyn Smith gets a migraine or feels a sharp pain in his neck, he is not allowed to take his medication on campus. University administration have told him there is no way around it. Because even though state law says medical marijuana is legal, which he uses on a daily basis, federal law still considers it a “dangerous drug” with no medical benefits.
Faced with budget shortfalls, departments get creative — and green at USM
In the face of continuing environmental concerns, art and theatre students and faculty at…
A green thumbs up to indoor gardening
Abby Lucas used to not like her dorm room. The double-single in Dickey Wood…
Anti-abortion display raises hackles on campus
A graphic photographic display comparing abortion to genocide is stirring emotions and sparking debates between passersby and activists today at the University of Southern Maine. The Genocide Awareness Project, organized by the Center for Bio-Ethical Reform, is a traveling display that sets up tall signs on college campuses showing graphic images of aborted fetuses.
Anti-abortion group coming to Portland campus Wednesday and Thursday
An anti-abortion group known for displaying graphic images of holocaust victims and aborted fetuses is coming to campus, while a group of University of Southern Maine students are organizing a carnival to distract from the event.
Chancellor James Page responds to no confidence vote at USM
University of Maine System Chancellor James Page weighed in Monday on the turmoil surrounding…
The Free Press teams up with the Bangor Daily News
The Free Press and the Bangor Daily News have teamed up in a partnership aimed at…
Chapin: Get to know the stock market by giving it a virtual spin
We’re navigating busy, 21st century lives; gadgets and social networks create engaging bubbles that…
Meiklejohn: In bid for bands, USM should buy local
By Ben Meiklejohn If creating a community centered around entertainment is the goal, the…
Low-cost STD testing available to students Wednesday
Students experiencing nagging worries about something possibly wrong — or itchy — below their belts can be provided with some needed relief this week.
USM to lower dorms costs and seeks to freeze out-of-state tuition
Residential and out-of-state students at the University of Southern Maine could be getting some relief in their wallets next year.
Appreciating life after harrowing childhood disease
At the age of one, Rachel Miller was diagnosed with an extremely rare blood disease that had killed nearly every child before her with the disease. But she said with the help of a miracle from God, she survived and is now a sophomore at the University of Southern Maine.
TJ Williams elected student body president in uncontested race
TJ Williams’ 123 votes for student body president were more than enough in an student government election with drastically lower voter turnout previous spring contests and all candidates running unopposed.
Student body president pleads with faculty against voting no confidence in Botman
Student Body President Chris Camire called a move by faculty to vote no confidence…
Student body president condemns faculty voting no confidence
Student Body President Chris Camire had harsh words for faculty moving to vote no confidence in University of Southern Maine President Selma Botman. He pleaded with faculty to work with, not against Botman.
Ice cream sundaes and Irish whiskey with the Food Coma TV crew
“No one in this car has a DUI, do they?” It’s just after 9:30…