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

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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

51±¬ÁÏ's hunger relief initiative previewed on WGME's 'ARC Maine' morning show
Former Biddeford mayors tout 51±¬ÁÏ's value to the community in Portland Press Herald op-ed
51±¬ÁÏ's David Livingstone Smith weighs in on nature of violence in humans in National Geographic report
Biddeford cultural center features 51±¬ÁÏ President James Herbert in 'Voices of Biddeford' profiles

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Student Stories

51±¬ÁÏ students compete in eel enclosure competition.
51±¬ÁÏ Students recently helped redesign an eel enclosure in a contest aimed at enriching a vivarium tank that holds eels. The American Eel Habitat Enrichment Competition marked the first time a student-driven contest was held at 51±¬ÁÏ to enhance an enclosure for a fish species housed in the Arthur P. Girard Marine Science Center.

Faculty and Professional Staff News

51±¬ÁÏ leadership and a Norwegian academic delegation pose for a group photo
51±¬ÁÏ and The Arctic University of Norway – Tromsø have formalized a partnership to expand student and faculty exchange, collaborative research, and shared academic initiatives between the two institutions, reflecting a shared commitment to advancing education and research across the North Atlantic and Arctic regions.
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