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New solar array at the Alfond Forum will offset 173 metric tons of carbon dioxide a year

The University has installed 804 solar panels atop the sports complex on its Biddeford Campus, the latest example of the University’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and improving planetary health.
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UNE PSI CHI Honor Society inducts 19 members for 2023-24

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University of New England hires Norm O’Reilly as inaugural College of Business dean

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Four UNE medical students awarded prestigious substance use disorder fellowship

Three students and a professor assemble part of a wheelchair together

UNE offering expanded, accelerated options toward careers in occupational therapy

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UNE in the News

UNE's inaugural DEI celebration featured locally
Marine Sciences alum featured on Maine Audubon
Dental Medicine alum featured in New Hampshire press
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Student News

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UNE PSI CHI Honor Society inducts 19 members for 2023-24

The honor society inducted 19 new members in a ceremony on April 19. The renowned organization recognizes outstanding student achievement in psychology, animal behavior, and neuroscience. In addition to honoring all new inductees, the UNE PSI CHI Chapter also celebrated its graduating seniors and the induction of the new officers for the next academic year.
Four UNE medical students awarded prestigious substance use disorder fellowship
UNE offering expanded, accelerated options toward careers in occupational therapy
UNE students to debate issues of Biddeford’s past at historic Meetinghouse April 25
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Faculty and Professional Staff News

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University of New England hires Norm O’Reilly as inaugural College of Business dean

The University of New England has announced that Norm O’Reilly, Ph.D., has been selected as inaugural dean for the University’s recently established College of Business, effective July 1.
UNE’s Cameron Wake calls for collective action at annual climate solutions event
UNE's John Mohan presents at regional marine research conference
UNE’s Ali Ahmida gives keynote in Egypt’s capital about origins of genocide
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Featured Video

 2024 Brain, Body, and Wellness Fair

The Brain, Body, and Wellness Fair promotes interest in STEM disciplines — neuroscience in particular — within the greater community. Students, professional staff, and faculty develop neuroscience-related hands-on activities and experiments for the general public, resulting in a science museum-like experience for the local community. 

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UNE Magazine

Faces of Our Future: Empowering Students to Build a Better Tomorrow — the 2023 UNE Magazine.

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Emboldened by a relentless quest for knowledge, UNE students are leading the charge to shape a better world. These “Faces of Our Future” are living proof that a university, guided by its strategic priorities, can do big things in the face of uncertainty. Learn how our students are working to build a better tomorrow for Maine, the nation, and our world.

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