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Page 1: 2016–17 Guide and Calendar Parent and Family · The Collins Center for the Arts brings world-renowned touring artists to campus, and the School of Performing Arts stages concerts,

Parent and Family Guide and Calendar2016

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Page 2: 2016–17 Guide and Calendar Parent and Family · The Collins Center for the Arts brings world-renowned touring artists to campus, and the School of Performing Arts stages concerts,
Page 3: 2016–17 Guide and Calendar Parent and Family · The Collins Center for the Arts brings world-renowned touring artists to campus, and the School of Performing Arts stages concerts,

A Hearty Maine Hello

Congratulations on reaching an important family milestone. At the University of Maine, we understand that the transition from high school to college can be as challenging for family members as it is for students. Our goal is for each first-year student to build a fulfilling and successful college experience. This calendar is designed to provide information about important UMaine academic dates, including breaks and exam periods. There’s also space to write in your own reminders.

We look forward to continuing the dialogue in this first year — and beyond. Welcome to UMaine. I’ll see you around campus soon.

Warmest regards,

Robert DanaVice President for Student Life and Dean of Students

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First-year student housing includes Living Learning Communities.

Life on CampusThe transition from high school to college is a big one, and the First Year Experience helps make it easier. First-year students live in First Year Experience (FYE) residence halls, grouped together on campus with specially trained staff.

The First Year Center in Androscoggin Hall is the go-to place for any first-year student who needs any kind of assistance. Parents and family also can use the First Year Center’s services. Whether the student has a personal or academic problem, or just needs someone to talk to, the First Year Center is available.

Also the Commuter Lounge, located in the Wade Leadership Center is a respite for nontraditional and commuting students. The Veterans Education and Transition Services (VETS) Center is located on the ground floor of Memorial Union.

Online resources:• First Year Experience: umaine.edu/fye

• Housing Services: umaine.edu/housing

• Residence Life: umaine.edu/reslife

• Commuter and Nontraditional Student Programs: umaine.edu/cntsp

• Veterans Education and Transition Services: umaine.edu/veterans

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July 2016 S M T W T F S

September 2016 S M T W T F S

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Maine Hello

OPTIONS trips for first-year students (register at umaine.edu/ campusrecreation)

Textbook reservations umaine.edu/bookstore

Order by Aug. 1 to ensure delivery to room; Pick up at University Bookstore starts Aug. 26

Classes beginReturning students move-in, 10 a.m.

Welcome Weekend Day of Service

Student Organization Fair (Mall)

UMaine athletics schedule goblackbears.com

OPTIONS trips for first-year students (register at umaine.edu/ campusrecreation)

New Student Commuter Welcome Day

OPTIONS trips for first-year students (register at umaine.edu/ campusrecreation)

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New Balance Student Recreation Center is regularly cited among the nation’s best.

Staying HealthyOn-campus health care, mental health services and support: EMMC University Medicine — Cutler Health Center provides professional, quality health care services on campus via Eastern Maine Medical Center. UMaine supports students through the Counseling Center and Student Wellness Resource Center.

Fitness: The New Balance Student Recreation Center has a suspended running track, pool, sauna, basketball courts, andball/racquetball courts and equipment for cardio workouts and weight training. A variety of fitness classes are offered each semester.

Online resources:• Counseling Center: umaine.edu/counseling

• EMMC University Medicine — Cutler Health Center: umaine.edu/cutler

• Student Wellness Resource Center: umaine.edu/wellness

• New Balance Student Recreation Center: umaine.edu/campusrecreation

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August 2016 S M T W T F S

October 2016 S M T W T F S

September 2016

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Last day to add classes

Rock Against Rape Benefit Concert

No classes

Labor Day

Last day to drop classes

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Collins Center for the Arts schedule collinscenterfor thearts.com

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Sign up for the Parents Newsletter Email [email protected] with “Add to email list” as subject line

Family and Friends Weekend

Football vs. James Madison

Family and Friends Weekend

Family and Friends Weekend

Constitution Day

School of Performing Arts schedule umaine.edu/spa/events

Career Fest, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. (Mall)

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The Bear’s Den in the Memorial Union is one of the 10 campus dining venues.

DiningUMaine Dining serves a variety of high-quality, healthy and diverse menus featuring local produce and products in three all-you-care-to-eat facilities (Hilltop, Wells Central and York) and seven retail locations on campus.

Meal plans: Residential students choose from a variety of meal plans. Commuter meal plans also are available.

Dining funds: Dining funds are available with select meal plans or may be added. Funds operate as a declining balance from a MaineCard account and expire at the end of each spring semester.

Black Bear Bucks: Bear Bucks may be added to a MaineCard to pay for dining and select purchases. Students receive a Black Bear Bucks discount for UMaine Dining purchases. Available balance carries over each semester until graduation.

Online resources:• UMaine Dining: umaine.edu/dining

• MaineCard: umaine.edu/mainecard

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September 2016 S M T W T F S

November 2016 S M T W T F S

October 2016

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Columbus Day Classes resume

Health and Wellness Fair

Winter/spring registration begins

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Domestic Violence Awareness Month

First-Year Center personal and academic problem solving umaine.edu/fye/fyc

Tutor Program umaine.edu/tutorprogram

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Students get free tickets to UMaine Athletics events and two free tickets per semester for select Collins Center for the Arts performances

National Chocolate Day

Zumbathon for Domestic Violence Awareness (New Balance Student Recreation Center)

Class registration information studentrecords. umaine.edu

Football vs. Bryant

Football vs. Albany (N.Y.)

Homecoming

Commuter Week Commuter Week Commuter Week Commuter Week Commuter Week

Health and Wellness Fair (New Balance Student Recreation Center)

Nontraditional Student Week

World Food Day

Homecoming

Out of the Darkness Walk for suicide prevention, 2 p.m. (Mall)

Engineering Job Fair, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. (New Balance Student Recreation Center)

Homecoming

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Community engagement is a cornerstone of the UMaine student experience.

Get InvolvedUMaine has more than 200 clubs. Some organizations focus on volunteerism and community service while others like sport clubs compete with other schools. Campus Activities and Student Engagement (CASE) offers entertainment and social programs throughout the week.

The Office of Multicultural Student Life and Multicultural Center are home to student groups, including the Asian, African, and Latin American Student Associations, Black Student Union, and the LGBTQ Resource Center.

Online resources:• Campus Activities: umaine.edu/case

• Campus Recreation: umaine.edu/campusrecreation

• Bodwell Center: umaine.edu/volunteer

• Multicultural Student Life: umaine.edu/multicultural

• Fraternity and Sorority Affairs: umaine.edu/greek

• LGBTQ Resource Center: umaine.edu/lgbtq

Sponsored by

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October 2016 S M T W T F S

December 2016 S M T W T F S

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November 2016

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Veterans Day

Deadline to file for December graduation

Thanksgiving break begins Thanksgiving Day

Renters information sessions (Memorial Union)Classes resume

Enrollment for spring 2017 ends

Election Day

Updated parking information and the winter parking ban umaine.edu/parking

UMaine UVote umaine.edu/ studentlife/uvote

Sign up for inclement weather and emergency notificationsumaine.edu/emergency

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Daylight Savings Time ends

Transgender Awareness Month

Gay Thanksgiving

Great American Smokeout

Football vs. Villanova

Football vs. New Hampshire

Nontraditional Student Week

Nontraditional Student Week

Nontraditional Student Week

Nontraditional Student Week

Renters information sessions (Memorial Union)

Renters information sessions (Memorial Union)

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Students of all majors are involved in the School of Performing Arts music, theatre and dance productions.

Cultural ConnectionsA rich landscape of academic and cultural resources engages the UMaine community. The Collins Center for the Arts brings world-renowned touring artists to campus, and the School of Performing Arts stages concerts, recitals, and theatre and dance productions. The University of Maine Museum of Art collection features works created since 1900. In campus galleries, faculty and students in the visual arts and new media, exhibit their work. Throughout the academic year, UMaine hosts speakers, seminars and lectures. The Emera Astronomy Center is home to the state’s largest planetarium and telescope.

Online resources:• UMaine Museum of Art: umma.umaine.edu

• Collins Center for the Arts: collinscenterforthearts.com

• School of Performing Arts: umaine.edu/spa

• Emera Astronomy Center: astro.umaine.edu

Sponsored by

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November 2016 S M T W T F S

January 2017 S M T W T F S

December 2016

Winter Session umaine.edu/wintersession

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Final exams beginQuiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Residence halls close for winter break, 5 p.m.Final exams endQuiet study space, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. (Memorial Union)

New Year’s Eve

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Winter Session begins

Think 30 with classes online and on campus year round umaine.edu/think30

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Renters Fair, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.(Memorial Union; Snow date, Dec. 5–6)Renters information sessions (Memorial Union)World AIDS Day

Renters Fair, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (Memorial Union; Snow date, Dec. 5–6)

Boulder Bash (Maine Bound Adventure Center)

Pearl Harbor DayQuiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Winter Solstice

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Classes end Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Christmas Day

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Student employment opportunities include work-study positions.

Money MattersTo be eligible for financial aid, students must be enrolled at least half time in a degree program and complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). The FAFSA is available Jan. 1 of each calendar year. For priority consideration, the FAFSA must be filed by March 1. Students will be sent a letter when awards can be viewed on MaineStreet. Changes to bills or awards may also be viewed on MaineStreet.

Online resources:• Financial Aid: umaine.edu/stuaid

• SALT Program: umaine.edu/stuaid/salt

• Student Employment: umaine.edu/studemp

• Career Center: umaine.edu/career

• FAFSA: fafsa.ed.gov

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December 2016 S M T W T F S

February 2017 S M T W T F S

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January 2017

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New Year’s Day

Martin Luther King Jr. DayMartin Luther King Jr. Birthday Breakfast (Wells Conference Center)No classes Classes resume

Last day to add classesRenters information sessions

Last day to drop classes

Winter Session ends

Stalking Awareness Month

Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month

Counseling Center has wellness programsumaine.edu/counseling

File FAFSA after Jan. 1 fafsa.ed.gov

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Student Organization Fair (Memorial Union)

New Student-Commuter Open House, 8:30 a.m. (Commuter Lounge)

Renters Fair, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. (Memorial Union; Snow date: Jan. 31)Renters information sessions

Renters information sessions

Renters information sessions

Renters information sessions

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UMaine has more than 200 student groups and organizations.

Friendly and SafeSecurity: Residence halls are locked 24/7, and each room is equipped with a keypad and card swipe lock.

Police: University Police, UMaine’s state-certified officers and support professionals, are available around the clock, patroling campus on foot and on bikes, or in cars. Call 581.4040 (on campus) or dial 911 for dispatch.

UVAC: UMaine’s student-run ambulance service responds to campus medical emergencies.

Online resources:• University Police: umaine.edu/police

• UVAC: umaine.edu/uvac

• Counseling Center: umaine.edu/counseling

• Student Handbook: umaine.edu/handbook

• Office for Sexual Assault and Violence Protection: umaine.edu/osavp

• Emergency: umaine.edu/emergency

• Annual Clery Report: umaine.edu/clery

Sponsored by

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January 2017 S M T W T F S

March 2017 S M T W T F S

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February 2017

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Presidents Day

Summer University registration beginsCareer Fair, 10 a.m.–3 p.m. (New Balance Student Recreation Center)

Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month

Student housing umaine.edu/housingumaine.edu/reslife

Student Wellness Resource Center umaine.edu/wellness

Career Centerumaine.edu/career

FAFSA priority filing deadline is March 1

Apply now for fall 2017 classes

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Maine Bound trips and equipment rentals umaine.edu/ campusrecreation/mainebound

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New media students use the latest technology in the Innovative Media, Research and Commercialization (IMRC) Center.

Academic SupportUMaine offers many academic support services, including the Tutor Program with a staff of peer tutors providing assistance for 100- and 200-level courses. The UMaine Writing Center also offers peer tutoring. Some colleges and academic departments have their own student advising centers, study centers and laboratories. Other campuswide academic resources include: Fogler Library, Maine’s largest library; Center for Undergraduate Research, dedicated to enhancing creative achievement opportunities for undergraduates; and computer clusters, including the Collaborative Media Lab for multimedia, web and graphic design.

Online resources:• Tutor Program: umaine.edu/tutorprogram

• Writing Center: umaine.edu/wcenter

• College Success Programs: umaine.edu/csp

• Fogler Library: library.umaine.edu

• Center for Undergraduate Research: cugr.umaine.edu

Sponsored by

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February 2017 S M T W T F S

April 2017 S M T W T F S

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FAFSA due

Spring break begins

Residence halls close for spring break, 5 p.m.

Filing deadline for May graduation

Classes resumeResidence halls reopen, 10 a.m.

Enrollment for fall 2017 begins

Contact the Office of Student Employment for fall job applicationsumaine.edu/studemp

Campus Recreationumaine.edu/ campusrecreation

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Daylight Savings Time begins

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The student section at Alfond Arena is an exciting place to watch an ice hockey game.

Go Blue!As the state’s only Division I school, athletics are a big deal here and a great way for students to connect with the campus community. It’s normal to scream and cheer while watching hockey with 5,000 of your closest friends at the Alfond Arena. Black Bear pride goes way beyond hockey. It’s singing the “Stein Song” when UMaine scores on the ice, court, track, trails, diamond or field.

It’s also about meeting with friends to shoot hoops or participate in the dozens of club and intramural sports at the New Balance Student Recreation Center.

Online resources:• UMaine Athletics: goblackbears.com

• New Balance Student Recreation Center: umaine.edu/campusrecreation/facilities/ recreationcenter

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March 2017 S M T W T F S

May 2017 S M T W T F S

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April 2017

Sexual Assault Awareness Month

Sexually Transmitted Disease Awareness Month

Have you thought about Summer University?

Think 30umaine.edu/provost/think30

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Patriots Day

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Healthy High 5K/10KEarth Day

Register for the Healthy High 5K/10Kumaine.edu/wellness/races/healthyhigh

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The University of Maine has more than 107,000 alumni worldwide.

Think 30Think 30 is an initiative to increase the number of UMaine students who complete a degree in four years and save money, including reducing debt associated with pursuing a college education. Faculty members, academic advisers and students keep the focus on completing 30 credit hours each year in order to “finish in four.”

UMaine offers courses on campus and online during spring and fall semesters, and during Winter Session and Summer University, to ensure that full-time students have the opportunities they need to stay on track and complete 120 credit hours in four years.

Online resources:• Summer University: umaine.edu/summeruniversity

• Winter Session: umaine.edu/wintersession

• UMaine Online: online.umaine.edu

• Think 30: umaine.edu/think30

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April 2017 S M T W T F S

June 2017 S M T W T F S

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Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)Maine Day

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)Classes end

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)Final exams begin

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–1 p.m. (Memorial Union)Residence halls close, 5 p.m.Final exams end Commencement

Memorial Day

Summer University begins

Summer University umaine.edu/summeruniversity

UMaineOnlineonline.umaine.edu

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)Nontraditional student graduation breakfast, 8 a.m.–noon

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

Quiet study space, 8 a.m.–11 p.m. (Memorial Union)

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Advice from Vice President for Student Life and Dean of Students Robert Dana

C ollege students’ experience and life on campus are filled with change, growth, learning and decision-

making. They face challenges that provide opportunities for self-discovery. As your student engages in campus life, you as parents, family members and friends have opportunities to provide sound guidance and advice while encouraging your student to take control of his or her college experience. These changes will occur in your student’s social life and academics.

Much more is expected of students academically in college than in high school. Students are expected to put in twice as much effort outside of class as

they do in class. The pace of the classes is much faster. As an example, in a college-level math class, students will cover in one semester what they would have covered in 1.5 years in high school.

Keeping up — doing all the homework and reading, and studying long before (weeks before) the test — will be essential to academic success.

The transition from high school to college is as challenging for family members as it is for college students. Family roles and relationships change, expectations and the nature of the involvement in each other’s lives also change. Knowing that you all are entering a time of transition will help prepare you

to adapt effectively and support your student throughout his or her years at UMaine.

You may not hear as much as you’d like about your student’s progress or life, but you will appreciate being asked for advice on larger, more important and personal decisions. Your moral support, active listening and willingness to share in significant decisions are essential to your student’s development. It is critical to show your support and openness to change, even when you may not agree with those changes.

Keep dialogue and discussion going, and reach out to the Division of Student Life at any time.

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Accessing student recordsWhat you need to know about the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act

In compliance with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 as amended, the University of Maine will not release student grades, student financial records, schedules, financial aid or academic information to parents, relatives, partners or others without written permission from the student.

To obtain a release form, contact the Office of Student Records, 207.581.1288; studentrecords.umaine.edu.

A separate release is required to obtain information from EMMC University Medicine — Cutler Health Center. For more information, contact Cutler Health Center, 207.581.4000; umaine.edu/cutler.

The University of Maine does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, including transgender status and gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity, 101 North Stevens Hall, 581.1226, [email protected].

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Black Bear essentialsMaineStreetMaineStreet allows students to access and manage academic records and financial information in one easy-to-use site. On MaineStreet, students can add and drop courses, view account balances, check course schedules, make payments, peruse student records and more.207.581.1290, umaine.edu/portal

MaineCardThe MaineCard is the official university identification and provides access to important services and features. Students use MaineCards to enter their residence hall, access their meal plan, print at designated printers, enter campus recreation facilities, ride the local bus system for free and more. Funds can be added to a MaineCard for purchases.207.581.CARD, umaine.edu/mainecard

University BookstoreUniversity Bookstore in the Memorial Union is where students purchase textbooks and class supplies. Textbook rental also is available. The store carries a variety of items for residence halls, as well as clothing, books for leisure, gifts and more. The bookstore’s Tech Center sells computers, accessories and other high-tech gadgets for learning or fun. Students receive a discount on computer purchases. 207.581.1700, umaine.edu/bookstore

The CubbyThe Cubby in the Memorial Union is where residential students pick up larger packages, FedEx and UPS shipments, and other deliveries that require a signature. Students are notified via email to their maine.edu accounts when they have packages. Operated by UMaine Printing and Mailing Services, The Cubby serves as the campus United States Postal Service substation for both U.S. and interoffice mailing needs for students, faculty, staff and guests.207.581.3727, umaine.edu/thecubby

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Bodwell Center for Service and Volunteerism207.581.3091umaine.edu/volunteer

Bursar’s Office207.581.1521umaine.edu/bursar

Campus Activities and Student Engagement207.581.1736umaine.edu/case

Campus Recreation207.581.1082umaine.edu/campusrecreation

Career Center207.581.1359umaine.edu/career

Commuter and Nontraditional Student Programs207.581.1734umaine.edu/cntsp

Counseling Center207.581.1392umaine.edu/counseling

EMMC University Medicine — Cutler Health Center207.581.4000umaine.edu/cutler

Disability Support Services207.581.2319umaine.edu/disability

Division of Student Life207.581.1406umaine.edu/studentlife

Financial Aid207.581.1324umaine.edu/stuaid

Fraternity and Sorority Affairs207.581.4162umaine.edu/greek

Housing Services207.581.4580umaine.edu/housing

International Programs207.581.2905umaine.edu/international

IT Help Center207.581.2905umaine.edu/it/helpcenter

LGBTQ and Allies Council/ Rainbow Resource Room207.581.1439umaine.edu/lgbtq

MaineCard Office207.581.2273umaine.edu/mainecard

Multicultural Student Life207.581.1428umaine.edu/multicultural

Residence Life207.581.4801umaine.edu/reslife

Student Employment207.581.1349umaine.edu/studemp

Student Records207.581.1290studentrecords.umaine.edu

Student Wellness Resource Center207.581.1423umaine.edu/wellness

The Cubby207.581.3727umaine.edu/thecubby

UMaine Dining207.581.3463umaine.edu/dining

University Bookstore207.581.1700umaine.edu/bookstore

University Police207.581.4040umaine.edu/police

Veterans Education and Transition Services207.581.1316umaine.edu/veterans

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