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USM Welcomes New President
Next month, Dr. Glenn Cummings will become the 13th president of the University of Southern Maine (USM). He is a long-serving member of the USM faculty and former Speaker of the Maine House of Representatives. Looking ahead to his new role, Dr. Cummings spoke of USM's "superb location, dedicated faculty and staff...and strong community support." Read more.
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An Edible Campus
Thanks to our new Food Forest Garden, you can now take a bite out of our Portland campus! Part of the lawn has been converted to a self-sufficient woodland ecosystem with flowers, herbs, and fruit. Designed by David Homa '06, the garden is both a learning lab and one of many sustainability projects on campus. Read more. |
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Research Awards Fund Student Projects
From alewives to pendulums to zombies, students and faculty will be collaborating on a diverse range of projects next year as part of USM's Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP). Students receive stipends and support for work that will be presented at local, regional, and even national conferences. Read more. |
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USM Shines at PortFringe Fest
In June, the 4th annual PortFringe Fest in Portland will showcase the talents of many USM Theatre students and alumni, as well as professionals from across the county. With 50 productions over 10 days, the festival involves USM students as performers, crewmembers, organizers, volunteers, and other roles. Read more. |
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A Spectacular Season for the Huskies
This year's spring sports season will be one to remember, with four Little East Conference (LEC) titles, several national awards, and one national title. There were standout performances in baseball, softball, men's and women's outdoor track and field, and men's tennis, showcasing USM's renowned athletics program. Read more. |
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Bringing Maine's Metropolitan University™ to life
Every month, we share stories about USM students who are extending their learning experience well beyond the classroom walls, and faculty and alumni who make themselves available as supportive community connections. Through community participation, internships, research, public service, and travel abroad, our students are getting involved, giving back, and bringing Maine's Metropolitan University to life. Visit our newsletter archive to learn more. |
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Take a Tour. Visit USM to experience our close-knit campus communities in Portland, Gorham, and Lewiston. Register today. |
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Each of our three lively campuses is unique, yet they all share the extensive resources of the university. Learn more. |
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The University of Southern Maine is an equal opportunity/affirmative action institution.
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