The sixteenth annual University of Maine Clinical Geriatrics Colloquium, "Advancing Anti-Racism, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Deliver of Age-Friendly Health Care, will be held Monday, Oct. 25, 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m. Special Notice: To respect the safety and health of all of our participants, this year’s colloquium will be a virtual event. Deadline for receipt […]
Talk by Dr. Nicholas Micinski (with Caroline Lindey), Department of Political Science, UMaine. Part of CMJ's Fall 2021 Colloquium Series. Attend in person at Dunn Hall, Room 424, or via Zoom.
This webinar run by NCURA is open to UMaine participants only by registering to attend. Topics to be discussed include: Identifying alternative ways to promote resources to agencies, without committing to tracked cost share Relating the importance of communication and shared tracking responsibilities. Articulating how to proactively manage cost share to avoid close out issues, […]
via Zoom zoom.us/j/86837813003?pwd=eWxrNFlTZ-VdZMTQrVGRCc1FmOGRqZz09 Max Abrahms is a professor of public policy and political science at Northeastern University, where he specializes in security studies, particularly the study of terrorism. Abrahms has published extensively in leading academic and popular outlets such as International Organization, International Security, International Studies Quarterly, Security Studies, Comparative Political Studies, Harvard Business Review, […]
The talk will be held virtually via Zoom and in-person at 107 Norman Smith Hall, UMaine. Virtual attendance: Complete the registration form to receive Zoom connection information. In-person attendance: Attendees must follow UMaine’s COVID-19 guidelines. Esperanza Stancioff, Extension Professor, UMaine Cooperative Extension and Maine Sea Grant Parker Gassett, Marine Extension Associate, Maine Sea Grant Esperanza […]
Rodent Academy is an educational program that uses active learning to teach best practices for preventing, managing, and monitoring rodent infestations. This program is intended for professionals, including pest management professionals, sanitarians, inspectors, facilities managers, health officials, educators, and others. Pesticide recertification credits will be offered. This year Rodent Academy is being offered as a […]
Join the Professional Employees Advisory Council, the Office of Research Development, and Human Resources to learn about ways to get involved in research at UMaine. We will discuss the fundamentals of getting connected to research at UMaine for professional staff, and some initiatives that are underway. This session follows up on PEAC's survey last year that aimed to better understand […]
Invasive species threaten our agriculture, landscapes, natural resources, and even our health. This webinar will cover the identification, life cycles, ecologies, and management of invasive plants and insects. Speakers: Tuesday, Oct. 26, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Karen Coluzzi, Entomologist and State Survey Coordinator, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Karla Boyd, Policy and […]
Fall Convocation for the University of Maine and University of Maine at Machias communities. Connecting our Past with our Present and Future Featuring a keynote address by Rena Newell, Passamaquodddy Tribal Representative to the Maine House of Representatives, and reflections by President Joan Ferrini-Mundy, Chancellor Dannel Malloy, and faculty, staff and student leaders. Event begins […]
Invasive species threaten our agriculture, landscapes, natural resources, and even our health. This webinar will cover the identification, life cycles, ecologies, and management of invasive plants and insects. Speakers: Tuesday, Oct. 26, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Karen Coluzzi, Entomologist and State Survey Coordinator, Maine Department of Agriculture, Conservation and Forestry Karla Boyd, Policy and […]
Building on the success of the Center for Research on Sustainable Forests' 2020 Science and Practice Forum and 2020–21 Science and Practice Webinar Series, FCCI and FSG are pleased to announce a follow-up series that will address climate change impacts on the different forest types found in Maine through a combination of 1-hour webinars paired […]
Critical thinking is a learnable skill that will develop your ability to question assumptions, build constructive arguments, solve problems and negotiate positive relationships. In today’s world of informational overload, it is also a powerful way to increase your capacity for effective, directed action. Employers note that critical thinking is a necessary skill for employees to successfully bridge the gap between technical information and customer needs in all sectors, currently lacking in up to 40% of new hires.
The Research to Real World Commercialization Training Series is a great way to learn how to bring ideas to life (and do some professional development to include in your peer review file). Join the Office of Innovation and Economic Development for a workshop on idea validation. Learn about the common roadblocks to the success of […]
October is a great time to enjoy satisfying soups, and making them in an electric pressure cooker is quick and easy. The University of Maine Cooperative Extension will offer a cook-along webinar and will share recipes for fall-inspired soups. Choose either Italian Sausage and Kale soup or Creamy Tomato Soup. Shop for and prepare ingredients […]
Critical thinking is a learnable skill that will develop your ability to question assumptions, build constructive arguments, solve problems and negotiate positive relationships. In today’s world of informational overload, it is also a powerful way to increase your capacity for effective, directed action. Employers note that critical thinking is a necessary skill for employees to successfully bridge the gap between technical information and customer needs in all sectors, currently lacking in up to 40% of new hires.