Since 1979, the state has nurtured my intellect in ways unimaginable prior to moving here.
higher education
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Biden’s student debt cancellation is a welcome starting point
We can and should do more to relieve those struggling under this burden – and to assist the scholars of the future.
advertisement
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: Need for greater public and private investment in higher education’s hidden costs
In Maine and across the nation, ‘invisible’ financial barriers hold back many low-income first-generation college students.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Maine now offering free community college for recent grads
The Maine Legislature approved a plan backed by Gov. Janet Mills to provide free community college to students who were affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Posted inOp-Eds, Opinion
Commentary: New UMaine System board chair invites faculty engagement
While we might disagree about particular decisions, we all share the same goals of providing our students with an affordable, world-class education.
Posted inLocal & State, Morning Sentinel, Schools and Education
Colby College names new VP and chief financial officer
Nicole Trufant comes to Colby College from the University of New England in Biddeford where she serves as senior vice president of finance and administration.
Posted inLewiston-Auburn, Local & State, News, Schools and Education
Some Maine high students excited to attend community college for free under new state program
High school graduates or those earning a GED diploma in 2020, 2021, 2022 or 2023 are eligible for the program.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Bill could help college students graduate, ease Maine’s worker shortage
By reining in the withholding of transcripts over unpaid bills, L.D. 1838 will let Mainers get their degrees and jobs.
Posted inMaine Voices, Op-Eds, Opinion
Maine Voices: Pay Maine community college instructors fairly before granting free tuition
The economic feasibility of a social good cannot rely on the continued perpetuation of a socioeconomic injustice.
Posted inLocal & State, Politics, Schools and Education
Gov. Mills unveils $20 million plan for free tuition at Maine community colleges
About 8,000 students would be eligible under the program, funded by a one-time transfer to the Maine Community College System.