University of Maine at Presque Isle

The Houlton Higher Education Center may soon be sold or transferred to another owner, after serving for over 20 years as a hub for college classes, adult education and the community itself.

The 120-foot-long, 103-foot-wide turf field — consisting of 17-square-foot panels that lock together and then can be disassembled — will go into UMPI's Gentile Hall gymnasium this week.

Renovations are underway at Northern Maine Community College to convert an academic building into a child care center.

On the University of Maine Presque Isle campus, one of the most-asked questions from visitors is, “Where is the sun?” Construction of a 3D model of the sun, to replace a 2D painting, is estimated at $55,000.

Donald Zillman had a long history of contributions to the University of Maine System, including serving as dean of Maine Law.

University of Maine at Presque Isle placed No. 15 on the list of 544 colleges with the lowest cost for international students. 

In her new role, Natasha McCarthy will continue to be responsible for developing and implementing human resource policies and procedures to recruit and retain staff members.

Recurring campaign themes include innovation, personalization and affordability. Visual elements include duo-tone images and photo subjects spotlighted by colorful circles.

Projects range from PFAS research and construction of a green "factory of the future" to workforce training programs across the state.

The college edition of the business-pitch competition is scheduled to start airing on Maine Public Television later this month.