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Brightspace: Digging Deep into Discussions (virtual training)

Online

Explore workflows and recommendations for grading discussion boards. Discussion points include: How to effectively use the discussions grading area How to grade while reading the discussions How to see participation in a discussion without reading every post How to grade each individual contribution How to use rubrics with a discussion board Setting due dates and […]

Brightspace Q&A (virtual training)

Online

Get your questions answered and hear what questions your peers have in this Brightspace Q&A. This is an open space to talk about Brightspace, but some things we may go over include: Problem Solving Tips and Tricks Exploring New and Existing Features And any other questions you may have Register here.

Event Series We Are Astronomers

We Are Astronomers

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

Do you know what an astronomer does? We Are Astronomers reveals the global collaboration, technology and dedication required to answer the unresolved questions of the Universe. See how technologies such as the Large Hadron Collider, the observatories of Chile and the Hubble Space Telescope work and how they are used by teams around the world […]

Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

Using the cutting-edge capabilities of the planetarium, "Coldplay: A Sky Full of Stars" fuses the sounds of energetic rock with stunning and inventive visuals. This musical experience engages audiences in a sensory journey full of innovation, artistry, and imagination set to the pulsating soundtrack of an internationally renowned band. Featuring songs such as "Speed of […]

Week of Welcome Events

University of Maine 160 College Ave., Orono, ME, United States

Events with a ? are free. Recreation Center Drop In | 8:30 a.m.–9 p.m. ? Drop by the Recreation Center to check out all their services, get your workout in, or get ready for the year ahead. Bookstore Tent Sale | 7 a.m.–5 p.m. Grab some UMaine gear for both you and your family at […]

EXO: Are We Alone?

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

Humankind has always sought to understand the mysteries of the Universe and speculated about the possibility of extraterrestrial life. Today we know of thousands of exoplanets — planets located outside our solar system — that offer valuable information about our own planet, its origins and life on Earth. We’re on the cusp of making some […]

Dream to Fly

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

Have you ever dreamt you were flying? Have you ever thought how wonderful would it be to fly free as a bird?  Discover the mystery of flight with Leonardo da Vinci, Montgolfier brothers, Wright brothers and other inventors. Experience the adventure with powerful images and music, an immense and challenging dream, for which mankind has […]

Black Holes

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

The attraction of Black Holes is more than just gravitational. These mysterious graveyards of dead stars have fascinated generations. “Black Holes” explores the history, physics, and mystery of these reality-bending phenomena. Experience the bending of light, the skewing of perception, and the dizzying descent into a black hole. Tickets for planetarium programs are $7 for […]

Week of Welcome Events

University of Maine 160 College Ave., Orono, ME, United States

Events with a ? are free. College Success Strategies Presentation | 10–11 a.m. ? This is an overview of academic resources on campus and how students can be successful in their coursework. Honors College First-Year Orientation | 10–11 a.m. ? This is an orientation for all new students in the Honors College. Orientation Help Desk | […]

Asteroid: Mission Extreme

Versant Power Astronomy Center 167 Rangeley Rd., Orono, ME, United States

"Asteroid: Mission Extreme" takes audiences on an epic journey to discover how asteroids are both a danger and an opportunity. The danger lies in the possibility of a cataclysmic collision with Earth; the opportunity is the fascinating idea that asteroids could be stepping stones to other worlds — veritable way stations in space — enabling […]

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