Richard Bubier ’50, one of the earliest members of the Civil Air Patrol, recently donated his uniform to the Brunswick Naval Museum and Memorial Gardens. Founded days before the attack on Pearl Harbor, Bubier joined the Auburn-based squadron of the Civil Air Patrol, and later enlisted in the U.S. Army Corps. In June of 1944…
Do you still have that last general education requirement to round out your degree? Want to get ahead on your classes? Considering taking a course or returning to school? Summer University offers a number of courses throughout the summer, organized in convenient time blocks, beginning with a three-week May Session. Take part in this special…
It’s almost Maine Day and if you are no longer on campus, you can still celebrate your alma mater with Black Bears in a Box. Gather with fellow Black Bears at home, at the office, or anywhere and celebrate May Day with party cups, napkins, an alumni pennant, and more. Get yours here! And why…
Chuck Peddle, who was on campus to receive the Alumni Career Award, delivered a keynote speech on Friday, April 5th at “Disruptive Innovation,” a moderated panel presented by the College of Engineering. Peddle’s involvement in the development of the 6502 microprocessor, the first affordable mass-produced chip, led to the first personal computers. He graduated from…
The University of Maine Alumni Association’s annual tuition raffle is still open and the lucky winner will receive free tuition for the 2019-20 academic year! Whoever wins can use the prize to benefit a favorite UMaine undergraduate – a family member, friend, stranger in need, or even him or herself. The prize, based on current…
The Alumni Achievement Awards Celebration, which took place on Friday, April 5th at Wells Conference Center, recognized outstanding alumni for their career achievements, legacies, and impact on the university, local communities, and beyond. Dr. Sandra Caron ‘79, ‘82G was awarded the Distinguished Maine Professor Award, the university’s highest teaching award. A professor of family relations…
Over 320 alumni and friends gathered in Fort Myers, FL to watch the Red Sox take on the Minnesota Twins. Attendees enjoyed great weather, the chance to watch batting practice, and a delicious BBQ lunch while reconnecting with classmates and fellow Black Bears. Two more Black Bear Road Trip stops will take place this year.…
The Class of 1963 has issued a challenge to other alumni classes to help support the Alumni Association’s advocacy work on behalf of UMaine. Class of ’63 officers recently voted to contribute $10,000 to the Association’s advocacy fund, which directly supports the Association’s independent efforts to promote public investment in UMaine through allocations and policies.…
Travel with other UMaine alumni to Rome, Florence, Venice, and other parts of this beautiful country November 11-23, 2019. See the leaning tower of Pisa and Renaissance art, visit the Isle of Capri, and visit a Tuscan winery. For more information about the Italian Vistas trip, click here.
The University of Maine Alumni Association’s annual tuition raffle is underway! One lucky winner will receive full tuition to cover 30 credit hours of undergraduate courses during the 2019-2020 academic year. The value of the selected ticket is $8,790, the cost of in-state tuition. The winner can use the prize to benefit a favorite UMaine…
The University of Maine Alumni Association will honor eight individuals and a family for their career success, public service, and community involvement at the 2019 Alumni Achievement awards celebration. The awards recipients include a computer pioneer, a heart surgeon, and a lawyer who have contributed to their fields, communities, and created opportunities for others. The…
Was your time at UMaine further enhanced by someone special? Have you ever thought that besides your happy days and a great education, you gained a life partner? For alumni couples, who are sometimes called Bear Pairs, UMaine is especially the college of their hearts always! Many UMaine Black Bears met their spouses on campus.…