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Congratulations, Class of 2026!
Meet the Class of 2026
Building global connections through education. Safeguarding communities impacted by climate change. Making a difference at the heart of health care in Maine. Members of the Class of 2026 reflect on how their 51Æ·²èexperiences — and the lessons they’ve gained — are guiding their work to create a healthier world.
Recent Media Coverage
Reporters: Our faculty and leadership are regularly tapped for their expertise in the news. If you are a reporter in need of a topical expert or have another media inquiry, please contact UNE’s Media Relations team
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Faculty and Professional Staff News
Her work is student-centered: "I want my students to be able to have an experience where they aren't searching for something they're never going to find," she said.
Introducing the Future of Public Health
Announcing the Shaw Institute of Public and Planetary Health
Explore the Future of Planetary Health
Students Get Future Ready
Bridging academics and industry. Connecting students with professional networks. Embedding career readiness into every facet of the student experience: That’s how 51Æ·²èis growing a workforce for Maine and beyond — and students are living their dreams from their first days on campus.
Eight 51Æ·²èbusiness students gained ‘one-in-a-lifetime’ learning experience staffing Super Bowl LX. Learn more
51Æ·²èMagazine
Built for Connection. Made for Discovery.
Our latest magazine issue showcases how our University community is Breaking Boundaries to create transformative change through collective innovation and shape a brighter future for all.
51Æ·²è: The award-winning 51Æ·²èMagazine is distributed nationally each fall and features compelling stories about UNE’s students and faculty, academics, research, and institutional initiatives, plus complementary digital and interactive content.
Recent Accolades
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