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23 Feb 2016

UMPI hosts Science Lunchtime Seminar Series

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Two academic programs at the University of Maine at Presque Isle are again joining forces this spring to provide the campus and community with an innovative way to explore the world of science. The Environmental Science and Sustainability and the Biology programs are again presenting a lunchtime seminar series that will provide a forum to present scientific research conducted by UMPI students and faculty as well as other local and regional scientists. This is the sixth time the two groups have hosted the series.

7 Feb 2016

UMPI, C-A-N-C-E-R prepare for 10th Planet Head Day

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On February 20, the University of Maine at Presque Isle, C-A-N-C-E-R [Caring Area Neighbors for Cancer Education and Recovery], and community members will celebrate 10 years of close-shaving, head-painting, fundraising planetary fun during the 10th annual Planet Head Day.

7 Feb 2016

University hosts spring semester blood drive

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The University of Maine at Presque Isle will host its annual spring semester American Red Cross Blood Drive on Thursday, Feb. 18 from 12 to 5 p.m. in the Campus Center’s Multi-Purpose Room. Door prizes will be given away during this time. Members of the campus and community are invited and encouraged to participate in this free event.

7 Feb 2016

UMPI releases Dean’s List for Fall 2015

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Three hundred and nine students at the University of Maine at Presque Isle have been named to the Dean’s List for the fall semester, according to Dr. Ray Rice, Provost and Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs. Named to the highest honors list are…

7 Feb 2016

Outing Club announces events for Spring 2016

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The University of Maine at Presque Isle Outing Club is offering a series of spring adventures and activities for campus and community members to enjoy, including skiing, snowboarding, overnight camping, snowshoeing, and outdoor rock climbing.

3 Feb 2016

UMPI ornithology collection featured in BDN

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The University’s ornithology collection and the work Dr. Jason Johnston does to teach students the craft of bird preservation were featured in the Bangor Daily News Feb. 1 story about the Aroostook Birders’ annual bird count. To read the full … Read More

30 Jan 2016

UMPI’s Gentile Hall celebrates 10th Anniversary

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The University of Maine Presque Isle will mark the 10th anniversary of Caroline D. Gentile Hall in a way that its namesake would approve—with wellness activities, healthy snacks and a celebration of community. This anniversary celebration will take place on Saturday, Feb. 6 from 2-5:30 p.m. inside the facility. All are invited to attend this free event.

30 Jan 2016

Caleb Ward serves as DLS student speaker

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The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s very own Caleb Ward will serve as the next speaker in the 2015-2016 Distinguished Lecturer Series on Thursday, Feb. 11, at 7 p.m., in the Campus Center. Ward, who is the third UMPI student ever to serve as a student Distinguished Lecturer, will deliver his talk Mongolia: The Research Trip of a Lifetime. His talk is free and the public is encouraged to attend the event.

30 Jan 2016

UMPI’s Pullen Art Gallery presents The Art of Meow

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The University of Maine at Presque Isle’s Pullen Art Gallery will host a special open exhibition in February that pays homage to the feline—The Art of Meow will be on display from Feb. 5 to 26, with an opening reception on Friday, Feb. 5 from 6-8 p.m. during the February First Friday Art Walk. All are invited to attend this free event.