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News

UNE News chronicles the accomplishments of students, faculty, and the institution through compelling stories, visuals, and news media.

The Latest from the University of New England

All University of New England 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. 

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Be Part of the UNE Experience 

Find opportunities to learn, celebrate, connect, and experience all our campuses have to offer. From lectures, performances, art exhibitions, athletics, and more in partnership with our Maine communities, there’s always a chance to make memories at UNE.

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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 UNE’s Media Relations team

UNE's Community News Initiative cited in Boston Globe op-ed about trend in students providing critical news coverage
UNE's role in Arctic engagement cited in report on Maine’s interest in the region
Student-driven initiative to bring epinephrine lockers to UNE spotlighted in local media
Event celebrating Biddeford, UNE's Franciscan heritage featured in Biddeford Gazette

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Student Stories

UNE students and employers talk at a career fair
Hosted by UNE’s Office of Career Readiness and Workforce Development, the immersive career and networking event extends beyond the traditional career fair, emphasizing discovery and relationship-building and giving students opportunities to speak directly with employers and industry professionals about internships, employment opportunities, and the skills employers increasingly seek from college graduates.

Faculty and Professional Staff News

Scott Wood poses in the Harold and Bibby Alfond Center for the Health Sciences
UNE researcher Scott Wood’s startup, CellField Technologies, is one of 20 teams nationwide selected from more than 200 submissions to advance in a $7 million NIH competition. The recognition spotlights Wood’s human-based joint models for drug testing while elevating UNE’s growing national profile in biotechnology innovation and research.

The New Future of Work

Students Get Future Ready

Bridging academics and industry. Connecting students with professional networks. Embedding career readiness into every facet of the student experience: That’s how UNE is growing a workforce for Maine and beyond — and students are living their dreams from their first days on campus.

At her internship at the Wells Reserve at Laudholm, Drew Whitcomb (Marine Sciences, ’27) is translating classroom learning into work that is shaping her future in marine science.

Cover of the 2025 UNE Magazine

UNE 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 UNE Magazine is distributed nationally each fall and features compelling stories about UNE’s students and faculty, academics, research, and institutional initiatives, plus complementary digital and interactive content.

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About UNE News

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