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September 2022
Bright Fathoms, a Gallery Talk
The exhibition "Bright Fathoms: Michel Droge in Collaboration with Dr. Beth Orcutt, Marine Scientist" is on view in Lord Hall Gallery from August 29 – October 28, 2022. Who: Michel Droge is a painter and printmaker whose work engages with the environment and ideas of multi-species, non-binary, and entangled life systems. Inspired by the landscape, mapping and environmental research, their large scale abstract paintings unravel existing grids and structures and make way for new ones that are emerging. In an effort to…
Find out more »Thermally and Photothermally Activated Diradicals: From Small Bioreagents to New Nanomedicine Applications and Nanocatalysis of CO2
The Department of Chemistry will be hosting Dr. Jeffrey Zaleski as a guest lecturer from Indiana University on Tuesday, Sept. 27 at 11 a.m. For more information, contact Diane Muir here.
Find out more »Fogler Library Workshop — Choosing Databases
Many research articles available through Fogler Library can be accessed in collections called databases. Let us show you how to identify the most useful ones to your project. Following this 30-minute workshop, you can join us for an optional tour of the library RSVP here.
Find out more »Fogler Library Workshop — Overcoming Paywalls
Hit a paywall? No problem. Fogler Library might already have the article you need. Join us to learn how to get past paywalls while doing research. Following this 30-minute workshop, you can join us for an optional tour of the library. RSVP here.
Find out more »Helping to Calm Strong Emotions with Resonant Language (online)
Do people seem more edgy and argumentative these days? Would you like your own inner voice to be nurturing and supportive during challenging moments? Are you eager to support the emotional well-being of the people around you during these high-stress times? Could you use some easy-to-learn tools to help calm things down without using punishment or fear? Tools you could readily employ to mitigate conflict between students, dispel tension during customer service interactions, reduce workplace friction and intentionally minimize stress…
Find out more »Fall in the Garden: Learning Series in Skowhegan (Seed Saving: Variety Selection)
This is the third program in the Fall in the Garden Learning Series. What is even better than growing that perfect garden tomato? Learning how to save seed and grow it again next year. This workshop will provide a basic understanding of the genetic considerations involved in plant selection and seed saving, as well as, the importance of seed sanitation. Presenters: Brett Johnson, UMaine Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture Professional, Somerset County Nick Rowley, UMaine Extension Sustainable Agriculture and Horticulture…
Find out more »‘Kedu! How Have You BEAN?’
Join Business, Entrepreneurship, and Networking Sessions (BEANS) for our first event of the semester as we welcome Michael Odokara-Okigbo to discuss how he and his team have developed NKENNE, the first African language learning app on the market. Fresh off Greenlight Maine and Big Gig, he's excited to spill some serious tea and help facilitate a beta test. This event is also being offered as part of the Foster Center's NSF I-Corps program to recognize and celebrate diversity in entrepreneurship.…
Find out more »Wild Blueberry Production: A Five Week Course for Beginning Farmers and UMaine Students (online)
This course is an introduction to growing wild blueberries in Maine. The course covers field selection, agronomics, integrated pest management, pollinators, climate change challenges, economics, and an introduction to how this industry functions. The course includes one field trip during class time to observe an established blueberry field. This class is open to current students, beginning and established farmers. PSE 270: Wild Blueberry Production (1 credit) Dr. Lily Calderwood, Dr. Phil Fanning, Dr. Seanna Annis, Dr. Yongiang Zhang, and guest…
Find out more »Canning Fruit Preserves
Canning Fruit Preserves Kate McCarty, Food Systems Professional University of Maine Cooperative Extension Ever wonder how to preserve all that great fall fruit? Come learn from University of Maine Cooperative Extension staff and Master Food Preserver volunteers, how to safely can and freeze fruit. Then get hands-on, making roasted garlic pear preserves, a unique, flavor-filled condiment. Techniques can also be applied to preserving other fruits and vegetables. Participants will learn about recommended methods for preserving foods, the latest and safest…
Find out more »Fogler Library Workshop – Topic Searching (online)
With so much information out there, how do you find something about your specific topic? We’ll show you how to do a productive and manageable search. We will send you the Zoom link for this remote workshop after you register. RSVP here.
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