Thomas College in Waterville has officially launched its Corporate Campus initiative, selecting Central Maine Motors Auto Group as its first formal partner for on-site professional training.
Thomas College’s Corporate Campus partners with businesses, nonprofits, municipalities and public agencies, health care institutions and educational and service organizations.
Programs are designed for employees at all levels, including new managers, experienced supervisors, senior leaders and specialized functional teams.
Courses are led by the college’s faculty and professional staff, with select programs that may lead to Thomas College certificates.
“Our goal is to be a resource for Maine companies and organizations,” said Nate Pelsma, executive director of business innovation and the new program. “Corporate Campus reflects Thomas College’s commitment to supporting our local business community, strengthening talent pipelines, and helping employers build the leadership and skills they need to succeed in a rapidly changing environment.”
Thomas College is a career-focused private college founded in 1864. It offers programs in the arts and sciences, business and education. It ranks No. 17 among Maine’s largest colleges and universities in the 2026 Mainebiz Book of Lists, based on full-time undergraduate enrollment of 672 in fall 2025.