Decades after documenting sign language created ‘out of nothing’ in Nicaragua, Judy Shepard-Kegl firmly believes she was right not to influence it.
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From high school role player to college all-star
Gorham’s Kristen Curley became a standout in her freshman season at USM.
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University of Southern Maine wrestler Peter Del Gallo aims for national title
Gardiner graduate seeded fourth in Division III tournament.
Posted inLife & Culture, Local & State
Poet and USM grad Patricia Smith wins $100,000 prize
The graduate and former faculty member of USM’s Stonecoast MFA writing program wins the prize for her collection ‘Incendiary Art.’
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Woman sues USM over handling of alleged sexual assaults
A former student claims she was assaulted twice on the Gorham campus six years ago and the school failed to investigate.
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Young Maine lawyer’s Champagne imports add to holiday drink options
The bubbly is being sold under the name Victorieux, a new label created by Thomas Brems, and (for the moment) is only available here.
Posted inLocal & State, News, Schools and Education
Surge in out-of-state enrollment boosts UMaine System’s finances
The main campus in Orono and the University of Southern Maine both see jumps in revenue from non-state students, who pay much higher tuition.
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Land transfer to benefit USM in roundabout way
The single-lane roundabout will be constructed at the intersection of Brighton Avenue, Deering Avenue and Falmouth Street starting in 2019.
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Out-of-state enrollment in UMaine System soars
The increase is good news for the system’s financial bottom line.
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Descendants of woman misused by doctors speak at USM on medical ethics
Henrietta Lacks’ cancer cells were taken without her consent and led to many medical advances. A grandson says, ‘There was an injustice done in 1951.’