News

51±¬ÁÏ News chronicles the accomplishments of students, faculty, and the institution through compelling stories, visuals, and news media.

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The Most Recent 51±¬ÁÏ News

All 51±¬ÁÏ news, highlighting how our students, faculty, and professional staff translate bold ideas into real-world impact and bring the promise of opportunity through hands-on learning, internships, new academic programs, engaging events, interdisciplinary research, community engagement, and more. 

Recent Media Coverage

Reporters: Our faculty and leadership are regularly tapped for their expertise in the news. If you are a reporter in need of a topical expert or have another media inquiry, please contact 51±¬ÁÏ’s Media Relations team

Nutrition students' work teaching grocery shoppers healthy-meals tips featured in Biddeford Gazette
51±¬ÁÏ Provost Gwendolyn Mahon discusses 51±¬ÁÏ's planetary health initiatives, MPHA partnership on 'Healthy Maine Talks' podcast
51±¬ÁÏ's Charles Tilburg explains ocean currents impact on lobster populations in national news outlet
Sierra Club magazine publishes article on marine faculty member Tricia Thibodeau's research trip to Antarctica

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Student Stories

Students tie off a weather monitoring system
With students at the helm, 51±¬ÁÏ continues to expand its network of environmental monitoring systems aimed at building more climate-resilient communities, with the installation of a forest-based weather station offering a more complete picture of the environmental forces shaping Maine communities.

Faculty and Professional Staff News

51±¬ÁÏ faculty, business executive board mentor high schoolers in regional workforce development challenge
Students from multiple high schools in southern Maine gathered on April 2 to compete at the 51±¬ÁÏ in the Junior Achievement of Maine’s (JA Maine) Titan Challenge, and several teams were mentored by faculty in 51±¬ÁÏ's College of Business — including the winning team in the southern Maine region.
Cover of the 2025 51±¬ÁÏ Magazine

51±¬ÁÏ Magazine

Built for Connection. Made for Discovery.

Our latest magazine issue showcases how our University community is Breaking Boundaries to create transformative change through collective innovation and shape a brighter future for all.

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About: The award-winning 51±¬ÁÏ Magazine is distributed nationally each fall and features compelling stories about 51±¬ÁÏ’s students and faculty, academics, research, and institutional initiatives, plus complementary digital and interactive content.

Stewardship of Our Planet

For the Health of Our World

51±¬ÁÏ’s comprehensive health mission engages learners from across the University’s disciplines, preparing them to address emerging, interconnected challenges to human and environmental health. Learn more how our students are making a global difference

Recent Accolades

Title
The Best Colleges in the U.S.
Source
Colleges of Distinction
Year
2025
Title
The Best 391 Colleges
Source
The Princeton Review
Year
2026
Title
Higher Earning Potential
Source
Carnegie Foundation
Year
2025

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About 51±¬ÁÏ News

51±¬ÁÏ News is produced and curated by the Office of Communications, which provides strategic and creative leadership and support for the 51±¬ÁÏ across all media and communications platforms. Our mission is to raise awareness for 51±¬ÁÏ, enhance the University’s reputation, facilitate operations, and foster community in alignment with institutional goals. Contact the 51±¬ÁÏ Office of Communications