Education

1 year ago

St Peter graduates from Washburn University

TOPEKA, Kansas — Washburn University is pleased to announce the students in its summer 2024 graduating class. These students completed their courses for certificates, associate, bachelor’s, master’s and doctorate degrees —more than 300 from Washburn University, Washburn University School of Law and Washburn Institute of Technology. Sidney St Peter from Ashland graduated with a certificate […]

1 year ago

NMCC celebrates Practical Nursing Class of 2024 at Pinning Ceremony

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College honored the Practical Nursing Class of 2024 at its annual Pinning Ceremony on Friday, September 13. The event celebrated the graduates’ achievements in a challenging program, many of whom worked full-time jobs and supported families while pursuing their education. The Practical Nursing Class of 2024 included Cheyenne […]

1 year ago

UMFK Gratitude Project

FORT KENT, Maine – Traditions are important to college campuses. They help instill a sense of unity throughout the campus community and across the generations of classes as they pass through the doors. The University of Maine at Fort Kent community hopes to instill a new tradition for the campus through a project that was […]

1 year ago

UMFK Nursing Honor Society inducts new members, recognizes December nurse graduates

FORT KENT, Maine – Eighteen current University of Maine at Fort Kent nursing students were inducted into the UMFK Nursing Honor Society and 11 December 2024 nurse graduates were recognized at a special ceremony held on August 15 in the UMFK Sports Center. Faculty, staff, students, along with family members and friends, gathered to honor […]

1 year ago

School supply donation

The Presque Isle Kiwanis Club recently visited Pine Street Elementary School with a delivery of school supplies.

1 year ago

UMPI’s Libra Distinguished Lecture Series presents Dr. Andrew Dolloff

PRESQUE ISLE — The University of Maine at Presque Isle will present author and educator Dr. Andrew Dolloff as the first speaker in its 2024-25 Libra Distinguished Lecture Series on Thursday, Sept. 19 at 6 p.m. in the Campus Center. During his talk “Leading with Trust”, Dr. Dolloff will share insights and observations from his […]

1 year ago

Inaugural Washburn Athletic Hall of Fame class inducted

WASHBURN, Maine — In a momentous event that honored sporting excellence and camaraderie, the Washburn Athletic Hall of Fame conducted its inaugural banquet and induction ceremony on August 17. The evening, graced by 13 distinguished individuals and the pioneering state championship basketball team, resonated with celebration and nostalgic reflections among long-time companions. The event served […]