In honor of Black History Month, the University of Maine Alumni Association proudly celebrates two trailblazing Black alumni who have made significant contributions to our community and beyond. (Pictured above) Frederico Walter Matheas, a member of the Class of 1907, stands as one of UMaine’s earliest Black graduates. His dedication and achievements paved the way…
All Maine Women Centennial Celebration to honor 100 years of leadership, service, UMaine tradition, and academic achievement. In April 1925, 80 women met in Balentine Hall on the University of Maine Campus to found All Maine Women – an honor society recognizing distinguished leadership, scholarship and service to the University and campus community by outstanding…
The University of Maine Alumni Association has announced the 2025 Alumni Award winners, honoring outstanding graduates and supporters for their achievements, service, and dedication to UMaine. These individuals exemplify leadership, innovation, and commitment, making a lasting impact on the university and beyond. Read on to celebrate their remarkable contributions. Alumni Career Award Ambassador Pamela White…
Alumni Career Award Ambassador Pamela White ’71, ’16 Hon. is a prominent leader whose distinguished career in public service has made a profound impact on the lives of countless individuals both abroad and at home. Pam began her remarkable journey by joining the Peace Corps shortly after graduation, which launched her into a 39-year…
With great excitement, we look forward to 2025 which marks the 150th Anniversary of the University of Maine Alumni Association! For 150 years, we have stood the test of time as an association led by alumni, and for alumni, to strengthen our beloved alma mater. In fact, the UMaine Alumni Association is just 10 years…
The University of Maine Alumni Association mourns the recent passing of Dione Williams Hutchinson ’54, ‘71G. Dione was a dedicated and generous alumna who served and supported the University of Maine in many ways, including as a member of the Alumni Association Board of Directors from 1999 through 2006. Dione was a proud partner with…
By Ashley Forbes THE FIRST TIME Brian Harris ’11 met his future business partner, Owen McCarthy ’10, Harris was not dressed to impress. It was the summer before Harris’ first year at the University of Maine and he was at home in West Enfield, Maine, waiting for a few brothers from Sigma Phi Epsilon…
This program was made possible with generous support from the Alton ’38 and Adelaide Hamm Campus Fund. Watch panelists discuss the Black Feminism topics of radical healing, finding rich spaces to grow, self care and more.
A forthcoming book about the 1979 murder of a UMaine history professor was the subject of a webinar co-hosted by the Alumni Association and the Maine Historical Society. Amy Banks and Isaac Knapper, co-authors of Fighting Time, have unique perspectives. Banks was the teenage daughter of Prof. Ronald Banks, who was killed in a street…
Hear Prof. Habib Dagher discuss the floating wind turbines – what they look like, why in specific locations to minimize a carbon footprint, the wind shore capacity to power the nation, and more. The deep waters off the coast of Maine cause us to create these floating, offshore turbines, unlike the way other areas secure…