Education

4 months ago

NMCC’s TRIO program awarded five-year federal renewal

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College has secured continued federal funding for its TRIO Student Support Services program, ensuring essential services remain available to students through 2030. The five-year grant allows NMCC to keep offering academic advising, tutoring, financial aid assistance, career guidance and transfer planning to eligible students, with the goal of […]

4 months ago

Celebrating success: Mars Hill FFA Member joins elite group as a 2025 American Degree recipient

By Jillian McLaughlin, Maine FFA state reporter The FFA American Degree is the highest level of recognition that can be bestowed upon a member of the organization. The prestigious American Degree, earned by only approximately 1% of members, signifies an unwavering dedication to the National FFA Organization even beyond one’s high school graduation. This year, […]

4 months ago

NMCC practical nursing program celebrates Class of 2025 with pinning ceremony

PRESQUE ISLE, Maine — Northern Maine Community College celebrated the accomplishments of 13 practical nursing students during a pinning ceremony held at 4 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12 at Presque Isle Middle School. The ceremony marked a milestone for the graduates, symbolizing their transition from students to nursing professionals. The event opened with a processional set […]

4 months ago

Whited awarded Oklahoma State University scholarship

STILLWATER, Oklahoma – On Sept. 2 an Aroostook County student was honored by the Oklahoma State University Ferguson College of Agriculture with academic scholarship support for the 2025-26 academic year.  Ava Whited of Bridgewater, who is studying plant and soil science, was awarded a Joseph Fleming Memorial Freshman Scholarship. These scholarships are part of the […]

4 months ago

UMFK hosts annual Homecoming celebration Sept. 19-21

FORT KENT, Maine — The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its annual Homecoming celebration from Friday, Sept. 19 to Sunday, Sept. 21. Three fun-filled days will feature a variety of events, including bouncy houses, a community barbecue, bonfire, live music, athletic competitions, a presentation of the new Landmark sculpture and homecoming brunch. […]