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91ÖÆƬ³§ News chronicles the accomplishments of students, faculty, and the institution through compelling stories, visuals, and news media.

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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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91ÖÆƬ³§ researcher leads identification of novel biomarker for detection of toxic agricultural pesticide

91ÖÆƬ³§ professor helps bridge science and Indigenous wisdom through children’s literature

91ÖÆƬ³§ scientist helps create artificial joint lining to advance arthritis research

A 91ÖÆƬ³§ dental student performs a cleaning for a local schoolchild

Nearly 90 schoolchildren receive free dental care through annual 91ÖÆƬ³§ community initiative

dental practice in western Maine, comprised entirely of 91ÖÆƬ³§ graduates, leads the future of rural care

Dental practice in western Maine comprised of 91ÖÆƬ³§ graduates helps lead future of rural care

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Aimee Vlachos’ recognition as Maine’s outdoor industry leader of the year reported by local media
Free dental care provided by 91ÖÆƬ³§ dental students to public school children featured in local media outlets
Coverage continues of 91ÖÆƬ³§'s wave bouy deployment aimed at monitoring coastal storms
91ÖÆƬ³§ business majors' work at Super Bowl event in California featured in local Maine media

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A 91ÖÆƬ³§ dental student performs a cleaning for a local schoolchild

Nearly 90 schoolchildren receive free dental care through annual 91ÖÆƬ³§ community initiative

The annual "Give Kids A Smile" event aims to remove barriers to access while preparing future providers to work with underserved populations through hands-on, team-based learning.
University of New England students named to fall 2025 Dean's List
91ÖÆƬ³§ community gathers to honor MLK’s vision of the ‘Beloved Community’
91ÖÆƬ³§ dental, medical students honor MLK Jr.’s service legacy by reading to local youth
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Faculty and Professional Staff News

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91ÖÆƬ³§ researcher leads identification of novel biomarker for detection of toxic agricultural pesticide

91ÖÆƬ³§'s Matt Havrda, associate dean for Research and Scholarship in 91ÖÆƬ³§â€™s College of Osteopathic Medicine, has led a research team characterizing the negative bodily effects of the pesticide chlorpyrifos and identifying the blood protein haptoglobin as a novel biomarker for the toxic compound's detection.
Two 91ÖÆƬ³§ publications stress importance of interdisciplinary education in addressing planetary health challenges
91ÖÆƬ³§â€™s Parkhurst Dining staff supports Barbara Bush Children’s Hospital with donation of nearly $12,000
91ÖÆƬ³§ names Abigail Henry to lead corporate and foundation relations
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At 91ÖÆƬ³§, Students Work to Learn

Discover how 91ÖÆƬ³§ bridges academics and industry, connecting students with employers, alumni, internships, and job opportunities from their first days on campus, embedding career readiness into every facet of the student experience to grow the workforce and ensure our students’ long-term professional success.

91ÖÆƬ³§ senior cares for birds, mammals, and more in immersive internship with Maine Wildlife Park

91ÖÆƬ³§ senior cares for birds, mammals, and more in Maine Wildlife Park immersive internship

91ÖÆƬ³§ senior Sarah Goble, an animal behavior major, did an internship at the Maine Wildlife Park in Gray this fall and got a view into the future career path she wants to follow, as she cared for, fed, and monitored the health of moose, white-tailed deer, and numerous raptors. It was the chance of a lifetime for the future zookeeper.
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91ÖÆƬ³§ outdoor business students provide marketing ideas that aid local land trust
Business put marketing plans in action for local organizations
students engage with professional staff during sure symposium
Research offers students foundation for career success
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91ÖÆƬ³§â€™s comprehensive health mission engages learners from across the University’s disciplines, preparing them to address emerging, interconnected challenges to human and environmental health. Learn more how our students are making a global difference

91ÖÆƬ³§ awarded $1.6M federal grant to launch opioid response workforce training program
New School of Public and Planetary Health shows fast-growing impact to influential statewide audiences
91ÖÆƬ³§ researchers deploy research buoy to track real-time changes to Maine's oceans

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91ÖÆƬ³§ 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 91ÖÆƬ³§, enhance the University’s reputation, facilitate operations, and foster community in alignment with institutional goals. Contact the 91ÖÆƬ³§ Office of Communications