UMaine International Alumni

04/29/2026

It's not too late to give!
Today is the day to give back to the College of your Hearts Always!
Anyone who wishes to support our students is welcome to make a donation.
Today is Maine Day of Giving. Please consider a donation (any amount helps) to help fund new orientation programs for our new international students. View a short video at the link below.

The Office of International Programs is re-imagining international student orientation by integrating it into Black Bear Bridge Week, UMaine’s new week-long orientation experience for all incoming students, designed to help students start strong, build community, and feel at home from day one. Rather than a separate standalone program, international students will now participate in a shared campus-wide experience that helps them build relationships with residence hall neighbors, connect with classmates across cultures, become familiar with UMaine, and gain confidence navigating both academic and social life. At the same time, they will receive dedicated support on U.S. academic expectations, financial literacy, cultural adjustment, and essential campus resources. With a participation cost of $450 per student, donor support is critical to ensuring every international student can fully access and afford this important first-week experience. Maine Day of Giving is April 29, 2026, alumni and friends can support this effort by making a gift using the link below. With your donation, you can help new students feel welcomed, prepared, and connected from their very first days on campus, setting the foundation for their success and sense of belonging.
Thank you!
https://engage.umaine.edu/schools/UniversityofMaineFoundation/mdg-2026/pages/oip/?a=1&fbclid=IwY2xjawRexRlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEepJpPfhIKm62123cQQ6ikUvBXEeneZHtDJ_RxFpaOkiDxaK8nAja5CjEagJk_aem_6Kq0QWGh9zt18tzrw4GACQ

Join me on MAINE giving day to support OIP!

04/29/2026

Today is Maine Day of Giving! As a UMaine alumna and employee, I supported two very special funds - the OIP Fund which will help new international students cover the cost of fall orientation and feel welcomed at UMaine. And the Global Perspectives for Humanities Exploration scholarship which raises funds to provide study abroad scholarships. Join me in supporting UMaine students! ~Orlina Boteva

OIP Fund (orientation support) - https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofMaineFoundation/mdg-2026/pages/oip
Global Perspectives for Humanities Exploration (study abroad) - https://www.givecampus.com/schools/UniversityofMaineFoundation/mdg-2026/pages/clas/global

Join me on MAINE giving day to support the Global Perspectives for Humanities Exploration Fund!

04/29/2026

The Office of International Programs is re-imagining international student orientation by integrating it into Black Bear Bridge Week, UMaine’s new week-long orientation experience for all incoming students, designed to help students start strong, build community, and feel at home from day one. Rather than a separate standalone program, international students will now participate in a shared campus-wide experience that helps them build relationships with residence hall neighbors, connect with classmates across cultures, become familiar with UMaine, and gain confidence navigating both academic and social life. At the same time, they will receive dedicated support on U.S. academic expectations, financial literacy, cultural adjustment, and essential campus resources. With a participation cost of $450 per student, donor support is critical to ensuring every international student can fully access and afford this important first-week experience. Maine Day of Giving is April 29, 2026, and alumni and friends can support this effort by making a gift in advance or on the actual day. With your donation, you can help new students feel welcomed, prepared, and connected from their very first days on campus, setting the foundation for their success and sense of belonging. Watch a short video of past Orientations!
Thank you!
https://engage.umaine.edu/schools/UniversityofMaineFoundation/mdg-2026/pages/oip/?a=1&fbclid=IwY2xjawRexRlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEepJpPfhIKm62123cQQ6ikUvBXEeneZHtDJ_RxFpaOkiDxaK8nAja5CjEagJk_aem_6Kq0QWGh9zt18tzrw4GACQ

Join me on MAINE giving day to support OIP!

02/04/2026

There is still time to sign up to participate in the pre-game Alumni gathering! See details below. I am excited to see a few of you have already signed up and hope a few more will join us.

Hey Boston area UMaine International Alumni!
Join me for a fun time on Friday, February 6, for a pre-hockey game gathering! Details below. Attending the pre-game event is free but if you'd like to attend the game, you need to buy tickets.
Register at the link below for the free pre-game gathering!
https://www.umainealumni.com/event/mens-ice-hockey-at-boston-university-pregame-event-and-tickets/

01/29/2026

If you are in the Boston area, I'd love to see you at the pre-game gathering on February 6, that's next Friday! Please sign up for the free gathering using the link below. If you wish to attend the game you'll need to purchase a ticket. I look forward to seeing many of you there. Sign up today!

Hey Boston area UMaine International Alumni!
Join me for a fun time on Friday, February 6, for a pre-hockey game gathering! Details below. Attending the pre-game event is free but if you'd like to attend the game, you need to buy tickets.
Register at the link below for the free pre-game gathering!
https://www.umainealumni.com/event/mens-ice-hockey-at-boston-university-pregame-event-and-tickets/

12/01/2025

06/05/2025

Sarah and I will be at this UMaine Alumni reunion to spend some time with our international alumni. We'd love to see you there and catch up. Advanced registration is required, please see below.

Meet at The Thirsty Pig, then enjoy a private cruise on Casco Bay with your fellow Black Bears! Join us aboard the Bay Mist for a private chartered cruise o ...

05/24/2025

Dr. Ewa Kleczyk (2001 UM grad) stopped in for a visit in April 2014.

05/24/2025

Sarah and I will be in Portland on June 13, hosting an international UMaine alumni event. Join us for this fun evening and catch up! Registration is required, see below.

Meet at The Thirsty Pig, then enjoy a private cruise on Casco Bay with your fellow Black Bears! Join us aboard the Bay Mist for a private chartered cruise o ...