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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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An albino lobster

One-in-100-million ‘ghost’ lobster will inform genetics research at UNE

UNE students and employers talk at a career fair

UNE's second Industry Exploration Day will connect students with employers, career pathways

Eva Rose Balog with students in her lab

UNE launches ‘Founders Fireside Chats’ to connect community with entrepreneurs and innovators

UNE community volunteers pack a record 200,000 meal kits to combat hunger across Maine

UNE, community volunteers pack a record 200,000 meal kits to combat hunger across Maine

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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 Oak McCoy explains how affordability will be a key theme in Maine's gubernatorial race
First-year student pens op-ed about why he chose a Maine college, and UNE in particular
Cultural center's celebration of Biddeford's Franciscan heritage at UNE spotlighted by local media
Oak McCoy breaks down in The Hill impact of recent Federal Reserve interest rate hike

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Student Stories

UNE students and employers talk at a career fair

UNE's second Industry Exploration Day will connect students with employers, career pathways

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.
UNE, community volunteers pack a record 200,000 meal kits to combat hunger across Maine
UNE students explore food insecurity solutions through creative meal-kit recipes
UNE student’s research with Passamaquoddy Tribe centers relationships, health, and the environment
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Faculty and Professional Staff News

Eva Rose Balog with students in her lab

UNE launches ‘Founders Fireside Chats’ to connect community with entrepreneurs and innovators

UNE’s new Founders Fireside Chats speaker series will bring students, employees, and community members together with entrepreneurs and innovators to explore how ideas move from research and development into real-world ventures. Hosted by UNE’s Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship, the series will feature candid conversations about career paths, commercialization, patents, and the opportunities and challenges of building a culture of innovation.
UNE faculty, professional staff recognized for advancing constructive discourse across differences
UNE researchers install wave radar to track spur jetty’s impact on Saco’s Camp Ellis
New research by UNE business professor breaks down what makes NFL fans tick
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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.

UNE students put business coursework to work for tourism companies in Iceland
Maine-matched physicians graduating from UNE reflect on making a difference through in-state residencies
Maine Technology Institute awards UNE grant to strengthen Maine’s biotech workforce

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.

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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