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2023 A Light on the Point Award Winners Announced

The 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ Foundation is happy to announce the 2023 Light on the Point Award winners, which are listed below. The Foundation will host its annual Light on the Point fundraiser on Thursday, November 2 (view details here) to pay tribute to alums, faculty, staff and the business community for contributions to 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îÐÂ°æ… More »

91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month 2023

National Hispanic Heritage Month runs annually from September 15 through October 15 and celebrates the Latino community and their histories, cultures, and contributions. What does Hispanic Mean? Hispanic refers to a person with ancestry from a country whose primary language is Spanish, or who is descended from Spanish-speaking populations. These include Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Colombia,… More »

Contractors to begin repair work on Fort Preble after storms and erosion impact safety

91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ (91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ) is announcing plans to address damage and instability at the Fort Preble site after recent damaging storms and years of erosion. “Our South Portland campus is a gift,” 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ Interim President Tiffanie Bentley said. “As a community, 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ takes our stewardship of this treasured landmark very seriously. We will do… More »

Early data shows 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ Fall enrollment up 15% at 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine – “91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ’s participation in the transformative Free College program is immensely rewarding,” 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ Interim President Tiffanie Bentley said. “Our increased enrollment reflects the access that is being provided to many individuals who may not have otherwise been able to attend college.” The total headcount at 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ this fall is up by 765… More »

#hello91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ! Welcome to 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îÐÂ°æ ’23 Fall Semester

We are excited to welcome everyone to the 2023 Fall Semester at 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ. The new year has started and we’re excited to see many returning faces along with new students, including those who are taking advantage of theÌýFree CollegeÌýprogram. The bustling campus is bringing life and energy to our campus and is a great sign… More »

91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ partners with Quality Housing Coalition to add housing resources for students

91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ (91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ) is proud to announce a partnership with the Quality Housing Coalition (QHC) to support Project HOME, an initiative to connect those students facing housing challenges with landlords and homeowners, providing a supportive bond between all parties. 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ Interim Dean of Students Jason Saucier said the need for assistance is now…. More »

Maine’s Free Community College scholarship extended two more years

AUGUSTA, ME (MCCS/91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ) –Tuition-free community college in Maine was extended to two more graduating high school classes under the budget passed by the legislature and signed today by Governor Janet Mills. The $15 million investment will allow students graduating from high school or its equivalent in 2024 and 2025 to attend any Maine community college… More »

91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ Campus Connections: June 20, 2023

Check out the latest edition of the 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ Campus Connections Newsletter. Read More…

Dean of Administration Tiffanie Bentley named interim president of 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ

AUGUSTA, ME (MCCS)— 91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ (91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ) Dean of Administration Tiffanie Bentley will serve as interim president of the college as of August 1. Bentley follows President Joe Cassidy, who is leaving to become the president at Saint Joseph’s College of Maine. The Maine Community College System (MCCS) Board of Trustees will commence a… More »

91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ and USM build new Southern Maine Pathways articulation agreements with educational and housing opportunities

91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ (91¿ì»îÁÖ×îаæ) and the University of Southern Maine (USM) are pleased to announce their partnership and the launch of Southern Maine Pathways, a program including 13 new articulation agreements and expanded housing and student life opportunities. The backbone of Southern Maine Pathways lies in the 13 new articulation, otherwise known as transfer,… More »