University of Maine at Machias

05/19/2026

Ready to make a splash this summer? 🌊☀️

Join our Summer Lifeguard Training at the University of Maine at Machias from May 29 – June 1! This is a great opportunity for summer employment.

For details and registration information, contact Lindsay McMahon at [email protected].

05/13/2026

05/09/2026

The Class of 2026 is ready to make an impact in Maine and beyond.

Congratulations to the graduates at University of Maine and the University of Maine at Machias! 🎓💙

05/07/2026

A reminder that registration for Fall 2026 classes is now open at UMaine Machias! 🍂🐻

Whether you're continuing your journey or just getting started, now is the time to plan your schedule and prepare for another exciting semester!

Don’t wait — register early to get the classes you need ✨

05/01/2026

Over 350 research projects from students at UMaine and UMaine Machias were showcased at the 2026 Student Symposium in Orono which was co-hosted by CUGR, Student Government, and the Graduate Student Government.

This year, five UMaine Machias students presented their work, either individually or as part of collaborative teams with peers from Orono. 👏

Congratulations to Hayden Kittell, Savanah Quirion, Reilly Hedden, Madeleine Soriano, and William Kemler on representing Machias so well!

A special shoutout to Hayden Kittell of UMaine Machias along with teammates Diana Goode and Moria Weese-Myers, who won in the Biomedical Sciences category for their project, “MHCII Expression in Differential Doses of Chemotherapy Treatment on Mice.” The group was advised by Professor William Otto of UMaine Machias. 🏆

Read more about the symposium and this year’s award winners: https://umaine.edu/news/2026/04/award-winners-announced-for-2026-umaine-student-symposium/

Beyond Comparison: How Maine and Its Sister States Expose a National Domestic‑Violence Reporting Crisis
Submission Category: Social Sciences and Humanities
Author(s): Savanah Quirion
Faculty Mentor: Karyn Sporer

Potential for Plant Growth on Mars: Resilience of Rhizobium Bacteria
Submission Category: Natural Sciences
Author(s): William Kemler, Madeleine Soriano, Nesia Moses-Fynn
Faculty Mentor: Jim Lenke

The Effects of Low Gravity and Pressure on a Peristaltic Pump System
Submission Category: Natural Sciences
Author(s): Madeleine Soriano, Will Kremler, Nesia Moses Fynn
Faculty Mentor: Jim Lenke

Effects of Chronic Cortisol Exposure on Gene Expression and Myelopoiesis of Macrophages and Neutrophils in Tg(mpeg:GFP; Lysc:dsRed) Zebrafish (Danio rerio)
Submission Category: Biomedical Sciences
Author(s): Reilly Hedden, Fairuz Humaira, Janelle Grendler, Jesutomisin Olajuyin
Faculty Mentor: Jim Coffman

05/01/2026

Still thinking about UMaine Machias 🩵🐻? There’s still time to make it official. While we’re rolling admissions, we recommend securing your spot by May 1 to stay on track for housing, advising, and a smooth start this fall. See you soon!
machias.edu/admissions/confirm

04/29/2026

Join us for Maine Day of Giving—UMaine’s 24-hour celebration of generosity! 🎉

Alumni, students, faculty, and friends come together from near and far to support what they love most about the University of Maine at Machias.

Established in 1935 by UMaine's President Arthur Hauck, Maine Day is rooted in a powerful tradition—fostering friendliness, cooperation, and strengthening our shared loyalty to one another and to the University.

Be part of this incredible day and make your impact felt. Every gift—big or small—helps support students, programs, and the future of UMaine Machias.

💙💚Give now: https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofMaineFoundation/mdg-2026/pages/machias

04/23/2026

UMaine Machias is proud to announce the 2026 valedictorian and salutatorian. Rachel D’Alessandro, a double major in marine biology and integrative biology from Wassaic, New York, the 2026 valedictorian, and Kalli Sternberg, a rural education major from Machias, Maine, the 2026 salutatorian.

Read more at https://umaine.edu/news/2026/04/meet-umaine-machias-2026-valedictorian-and-salutatorian/

04/22/2026

On April 15, the UMaine Machias campus and community came together for Take Back the Night—a powerful evening dedicated to raising awareness, supporting survivors, and standing against sexual violence.

Part of a global movement to end all forms of sexual violence, the event featured a resource fair, march, and survivor speak out/vigil, creating space for reflection, solidarity, and action. Thank you to everyone who attended, participated, and supported this important event.

Support & Resources

If you or someone you know has experienced sexual violence, help is available:

On Campus:
• Confidential Resource Advisor: 207-572-5372
• Title IX Student Services: 207-581-1485

In the Community:
• AMHC Sexual Assault Services (24/7 Helpline): 1-800-871-7741

Together, we continue the work of raising awareness, supporting survivors, and building a safer community for all.

04/18/2026

🎓 Class of 2026 — celebrate your milestone!

Get ready for graduation with custom gear from the University of Maine Bookstore! With personalized lawn signs and announcement cards, you can share your achievement with family and friends near and far.

🔗 Start your online order today: umaine.edu/bookstore/graduation

Let’s make your graduation celebration unforgettable 💙