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Seth grew up in Maine, and his interest in science was influenced by both his environmental scientist father and one of his grade school science teachers. Seth's research is deeply multidisciplinary, and his research is not only adding to one of the longest running research projects around (the Juno Ice Field Research), it provides fantastic opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students. If you'd like to learn more about Seth's work, check out his UMaine webpage: https://umaine.edu/earthclimate/people/seth-campbell/This conversation was recorded in April 2025. ~~~~~The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle. The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker. To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online:Maine Discovery MuseumMaine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Bluesky Maine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedInMaine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Instagram © 2025 Maine Discovery Museum

S2 E43 Paul Culina | Icing Your Boo Boo Bob Cutler sits down with his longtime friend Paul Culina, UMaine's veteran athletic trainer, to talk about three decades of college hockey, the evolution of student-athletes, and what it means to stay rooted in a place like Orono. They discuss NIL, draft dynamics, facility upgrades, and the grit it takes for Maine hockey to compete nationally. They also toast Culina's brewed-in-Maine IPA, Next Goal Wins, and reflect on life, loyalty, and legendary locker room stories. Key Topics Longevity matters – Culina's THIRTY-YEAR career shows the value of consistency, loyalty, and growing with the athletes you serve. Adaptation is key – From NCAA sanctions to NIL policies, Maine's hockey culture has endured by evolving without losing its core identity. The power of local ties – Whether it's a home-brewed beer or mentoring a walk-on goalie, true community happens through shared experience and heart. Episode Index (4:57) Culina recalls arriving at UMaine in 1995 just as the hockey program was under investigation, surviving major NCAA sanctions, and carrying the “us vs. the world” spirit. (9:02) He explains how NIL and the hockey draft structure challenge Maine's recruiting, with players being drafted by birth year and often starting college at age TWENTY-ONE. (14:14) The UMaine hockey culture values older, blue-collar players who've taken longer roads—often giving them extra drive and a chip on their shoulder. (21:23) Culina describes how his men's league brewed its own beer, Next Goal Wins, with Black Bear Brewing—now available statewide. (25:37) Bob closes with a moving tribute, calling Culina the kind of person “you want your boys to grow up to be,” honoring his impact on generations of athletes.  

S2 E41 Forgive Me, Father Bill Father Bill Labbe, a longtime friend of host Bob Cutler, joins this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Cocktails with Friends. Their friendship began in 2012 with a disagreement over student-athlete schedules and Sunday Mass, and has since grown into a bond grounded in mutual respect, candid conversation, and plenty of good-natured ribbing. Father Bill reflects on his calling to the priesthood, his journey through seminary, and the unique spiritual and emotional support he provides to others. Key Topics True Confessions: The Real Purpose of Confession Confession isn't a ritual for quick forgiveness — it's a space for people to speak what's been weighing on them. Father Bill describes how saying something aloud removes its power, allowing people to heal. His approach is pastoral, not transactional, encouraging both grace and growth. Friendship Across Differences Bob and Father Bill show how two people — a priest and a Jewish bartender — can develop a genuine friendship built on humor, honesty, and deep respect. Their playful jabs and serious conversations demonstrate the power of connection beyond labels or beliefs. Faith, Mental Health & Emotional Honesty Father Bill emphasizes that faith isn't a replacement for therapy, and he often refers people to professional counselors. His goal is to support holistic well-being — emotionally, spiritually, and mentally — by recognizing his role as one part of a larger care system. Episode Index [5:50] Father Bill didn't always want to be a priest — he used to skip church, hit Krispy Kreme, and grab a bulletin to fool his mom. [11:35] Confession isn't a shortcut to forgiveness — it's about release, healing, and shedding the shame that keeps people stuck. [17:40] “The puck's in the net.” A former UMaine goalie gave Father Bill a metaphor he uses often in confession: don't dwell on the past — prepare for what's next. [21:05] A bizarre moment in the confessional involved a woman claiming affairs with royalty and the Kennedys — and Father Bill thought he might get shot. [43:40] The episode wraps with Father Bill and Bob reaffirming their friendship — and joking about missing invitations, Jewish guilt, and their shared love of sarcasm.  

Kourtney grew up in Southeast Michigan and received a Bachelor of Science in Anthropology & Environmental Studies from Western Michigan University. As an undergraduate she interned on the trail crew at Baxter State Park and fell in love with the state of Maine, so returned in 2010 to earn a Master of Science in Forest Resources from the University of Maine. Kourtney remained at UMaine and in 2016 became the first person to graduate with a PhD from the college's then newly inaugurated Anthropology and Environmental Policy doctoral program. As an applied environmental anthropologist, Kourtney has worked throughout Maine and Maritime Canada on a number of projects that she will describe today. Her work has been funded by the National Science Foundation, Wenner Gren Foundation, USDA Specialty Crop Research Initiative, Henry David Thoreau Foundation, and more. This conversation was recorded in April 2025. ~~~~~The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle. The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker. To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online:Maine Discovery MuseumMaine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedIn Bluesky Maine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Instagram LinkedInMaine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Instagram © 2025 Maine Discovery Museum

It's Tuesday, March 25th, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 125 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Kevin Swanson 3 Iranian Christians get 42 years of prison time Three Iranian Christians have been sentenced to a cumulative 42 years in prison for their involvement in Christian activities. The Tehran Revolutionary Court sentenced a pregnant woman named Narges Nasri to 16 years. And two men were also given harsh sentences.  Abbas Soori got 15 years and Mehran Shamlooei received 10 years for organizing a house church in Tehran.  According to Open Doors, Iran is the 9th most difficult country worldwide for Christians. 3 men arrested by KGB in Tajikistan Also, The Worldview received news that three men were arrested by the KGB in Tajikistan last week, for simply possessing Bibles and meeting to worship on Sunday.   From last report they are still in prison. Remember our brothers and sisters in chains in your prayers.  Maine Univ. listens to Trump, bans biological men from women's sports The University of Maine has agreed to comply with the Trump administration's requirement that no men should be allowed to participate in women's collegiate sports. The U.S. Department of Agriculture had temporarily frozen $30 million of funding to the University of Maine's system comprised of eight universities. The USDA issued a press release announcing the change of policy on the part of the University of Maine, noting that “UMaine's decision to side with sanity is a win for women and girls in Maine.” However, the president is demanding a full-throated apology from Maine's Democratic Governor Janet Mills, reports The Western Journal.   At a February meeting with governors at the White House, Mills threatened to sue the Trump administration over the women's only federal policy, according to a video posted on X. 80 U.S. hospitals continue to mutilate kids in transgender surgeries Despite the U.S. president's recent policy statements to the contrary, almost 80 hospitals are still offering mutilation surgeries for children, reports the TransHealth Project.   On January 28th, President Donald Trump signed an executive order stating that “it is the policy of the United States that it will not fund, sponsor, promote, assist, or support the so-called ‘transition' of a child from one sex to another, and it will rigorously enforce all laws that prohibit or limit these destructive and life-altering procedures.” Judge: Ban on drag performances is unconstitutional A federal judge ruled Monday that a Texas A&M University ban on drag performances is unconstitutional. Judge Lee Rosenthal, a female appointee by George H. W. Bush, argued that drag performances are an expression of freedom of speech, and should be allowed on public universities.  She further stated that “Shakespeare's literary works that, when his plays were written and performed, female characters were played by young men dressed in women's attire.” The judge also referenced to major motion pictures like Mrs. Doubtfire and Hairspray, in which cross-dressing was essential to the plot of the movie. Deuteronomy 22:5 brings out the moral principle that “A woman shall not wear anything that pertains to a man, nor shall a man put on a woman's garment, for all who do so are an abomination to the Lord your God.” More men attending church than women That surprising gender gap of American church attendees has widened even more, according to the latest Barna poll. Now, preliminary numbers indicate that 40% of men attend church weekly, compared to only 28% of women. From 2000 to 2015, women attended church at higher rates than men. Then, from 2016 to 2021, men and women attended at about the same rate. Eating meals alone is mentally unhealthy And finally, Americans are increasingly eating meals alone.  Interestingly, 26% of Americans ate all their meals alone yesterday.  That's up from 17% two decades ago. The percentage of young people -- 20-35 years of age -- eating alone has almost doubled in twenty years. However, the Asian countries of Korea, Japan, India, and the Philippines, are the nations least likely to share meals. The World Happiness Report claims that “Sharing meals proves to be an exceptionally strong indicator of subjective wellbeing – on par with income and unemployment. Those who share more meals with others report significantly higher levels of life satisfaction.”  Proverbs 18:1 warns of this: “Whoever isolates himself seeks his own desire; he breaks out against all sound judgment.” Close And that's The Worldview on this Tuesday, March 25th, in the year of our Lord 2025. Subscribe by Amazon Music or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com. Or get the Generations app through Google Play or The App Store. I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

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The man known to many students as Dean Dana or Dr. Dana retired in January after four decades of service to the University of Maine community. Robert Dana, former vice president of student life and inclusive excellence, guided students along their journeys through kindness, care and compassion. For nearly a quarter of the university's existence, Dana helped students through the highs and lows of being a college student and earning a degree — celebrating the joys and working through the challenges and tragedies. In this episode of “The Maine Question” podcast, Dana reflects on his time at UMaine one week into his retirement.

Jesse Montano and Meghan Angley dive into the latest on the Colorado Avalanche prospect pipeline, breaking down standout performances from players like UMaine's Taylor Makar, Jean-Luc Foudy, and Cal Ritchie. They discuss key developments in the NCAA, OHL, and beyond while also previewing the upcoming 4Nations tournament, analyzing projected rosters for Canada and the USA. Get your fix on all things hockey with Off Ice!

From the military to athletics to campus fraternity and sorority life, students and others endure hazing to satisfy the basic human desire to be part of a group. It operates in the shadows, but when hazing does appear in the headlines, it is often associated with tragic consequences. Elizabeth Allan, professor of higher education leadership at UMaine's College of Education & Human Development, has studied hazing throughout her career and become an authority on the subject. Founder of StopHazing.org, Allan's recent hazing education efforts encouraged Congress to craft legislation, which was recently signed into law, that addresses this national phenomenon. In this episode of “The Maine Question” podcast, Allan explains how hazing operates and provides examples on how to reduce or eliminate the practice.

In this talk hosted by the University of Maine's Mitchell Center in Orono, Cat Biddle and Zeke Kimball explore the relationship between Maine's schools, rural communities, and future. Their talk,"Education as a Rural, Public Good: Preparing Maine's People, Families, Schools, & Communities for the Opportunities of Tomorrow" was recorded on November 25th, 2024.

Stacey is a civil engineer and a General Superintendent with Consigli's Portland office. In her role, Stacey manages the construction of large-scale commercial projects, with a focus on life science and pharmaceutical facilities. She earned a B.S. in civil and environmental engineering at UMaine and earned her MBA from Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. A video of Stacey talking about being in the construction industry can be found here.This conversation was recorded in October 2024 ~~~~~The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle.The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker.To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online:Maine Discovery MuseumMaine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook InstagramMaine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Twitter InstagramMaine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram © 2024 Maine Discovery Museum

In this conversation, Peter Bauman (Editor-in-Chief at Le Random) interviews Regina Harsanyi and Jon Ippolito, two digital curators and experts in digital art's preservation. Harsanyi is the Associate Curator of Media Arts at the Museum of the Moving Image and an independent advisor on preventive conservation for variable media arts. Ippolito is a new media artist, writer and former curator at the Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum. He is also a professor of new media at the University of Maine, where he founded the Graduate Digital Curation Program. The conversation covers the complexities of digital art preservation, especially concerning blockchain and AI-based works. Links: https://transfergallery.com/data-trust/ https://dweb.grayarea.org https://DigitalCuration.UMaine.edu Chapters [00:00:04] Introduction to Digital Preservation [00:01:50] The Financial Reality of Digital Preservation [00:05:25] Industry-wide Challenges in Preservation [00:10:52] Variable Media: Why Preservation Matters [00:14:22] Legacy, Ethics, and Artistic Intent in Preservation [00:27:12] The Role of Museums and Institutional Standards [00:38:30] Blockchain Robustness as Storage Mechanism [00:43:15] Copyright Challenges in Blockchain-based Art [00:54:30] Strategies for Digital Preservation [01:04:02] Digital Conservation's Component Parts [01:13:40] Educational Resources for Collectors and Artists

On this episode of The Sick Podcast, University of Maine head coach Ben Barr joins Pierre McGuire and Jimmy Murphy for On Campus Friday to discuss the incredible community around the hockey program, the historic Alfond stadium, recruitment in Canada, the transfer portal and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mehdi Tajvidi is a Professor of Renewable Nanomaterials in the School of Forest Resources at the University of Maine. His areas of research interest are production, characterization and performance evaluation of renewable nanomaterials and their composites. Mehdi's core research area at UMaine is focused on utilization of cellulose nanomaterials in high volume applications such as coatings, packaging and building products.Our conversation was recorded in May 2024. ~~~~~The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle.The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker.To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online:Maine Discovery MuseumMaine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook InstagramMaine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Twitter InstagramMaine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram © 2024 Maine Discovery Museum

Join John Williams and Jeff Mannix with special guest Ben Barr U. of Maine Head Hockey Coach for this weeks Bruins Diehards!

RJ Perry, Laboratory Technical Manager at the VEMI Lab at the University of Maine. VEMI Lab, and the people who make it up, are one of far too many hidden gems in Maine, and hopefully this conversation will put at least a small spotlight on the work they do. If you are a student at UMaine and you want to work for VEMI, send your resume to RJ! https://umaine.edu/vemi/people/rj-perry/Our conversation was recorded in May 2024. ~~~~~The Maine Science Podcast is a production of the Maine Discovery Museum. It is recorded at Discovery Studios, at the Maine Discovery Museum, in Bangor, ME. The Maine Science Podcast is hosted and executive produced by Kate Dickerson; edited and produced by Scott Loiselle.The Discover Maine theme was composed and performed by Nick Parker.To support our work: https://www.mainediscoverymuseum.org/donate. Find us online:Maine Discovery MuseumMaine Science FestivalMaine Discovery Museum on social media: Facebook InstagramMaine Science Festival on social media: Facebook Twitter InstagramMaine Science Podcast on social media: Facebook Twitter Instagram © 2024 Maine Discovery Museum

In this episode of New England Soccer Journal's The Goal Podcast, hosted by Matt Langone, University of Maine women's soccer head coach Scott Atherley joins the show. They discuss the upcoming 2024 season, reflecting on Maine's historic 2023 NCAA tournament appearance. Coach Atherley shares his insights on the evolution of the game, team dynamics, the influence of Canadian recruitment, and strategic preparations for the season. The conversation also covers Atherley's approach to developing players' mentality and handling transitions within the sport.  Topics 00:47 University of Maine Women's Soccer: Season Preparation 01:24 Reflecting on the Historic 2023 Season 02:42 Maine's Soccer Philosophy and Recruitment 06:24 Spotlight on Abby Kramer 07:42 Recruiting Strategies and Challenges 09:48 Selling the University of Maine Experience 13:19 Upcoming Season and Team Mindset 24:14 Extra Time: Fun Soccer Questions 31:56 Conclusion and Farewell

This Day in Maine for Wednesday, July 31st, 2024.

Standing with Ukraine: Host Rob Carmichael talks with UMaine football alum Ray Ferretti and the impact of the war in Ukraine on his Ukrainian family, and how they've responded.

(Intro) Watermelon or Tennis Ball (5TYNTK) Lewiston Anniversary, TikTok Ban, Beef Recall, UMaine's 3D Printer, Whole Foods Delivery (Dirty) Megan Thee Stallion facing ex-employee lawsuit.  Kanye looking to expand to the adult entertainment industry.  Pitbull is coming to Maine.  Kelsey Plum splits w/ husband.  Caitlin Clark's Nike deal reportedly worth $28 million.  (Topic) What sound is like nails on the chalkboard to you? (Outro) Scream

(Intro) Bring Back Trend (5TYNTK) Postal Fraud, 207 Area Code, Red Lobster, Cooper Flagg vs. UMaine, Mariners Playoffs (Dirty) GloRilla arrested for DUI, Ashanti Baby Announcement, KiD CuDi Coachella (Topic) What did you do growing up that rich kids wouldn't understand? (Outro) Caitlin Clark Salary

Romanticized by outdoor enthusiasts and feared by warm-weather lovers, Maine is faced with an era of adaptability as climate change begins to alter the state's identity. Deemed a “lost winter,” the 2023-24 snow season capitalized on what the future could look like for Maine's residents, economy and tourism. Coastal communities are racked with complications caused by extreme weather. Businesses that rely on winter-time recreation and marine life are faced with unreliable conditions. And the aspects of Maine that draw vacationers may start to disappear and be replaced. Even with negativity blooming, the future isn't all withered. Changing climate allows the state to welcome new opportunities. The University of Maine is positioned at the center of climate discussion with new research and expert voices who explain and study centuries of changes, as well as those to come. A UMaine economist and a climate data expert address the “lost winter” and “not-so-gloom-and-doom” future of the state in a new episode of “The Maine Question” podcast.

After a two week hiatus DROP THE MITTS IS BACK! The Hobey Baker nominees were released and Chris dives into the nominees and who were the snubs for the award? Does Macklin Celebrini become the youngest player to ever win the Hobey Baker at 17? Drop the Mitts will have BOOTS ON GROUND covering the Hockey East Semifinals on Friday with Boston College taking on UMass Amherst as well as Boston University taking on the Black Bears of UMaine. Chris gives his preview on these two games and talks about notable players on all the teams. Drop the Mitts releases their first 2024 NHL Mock Draft with picks 1-10 starting off with an absolutely LOADED 2024 class where will some of the top prospects end up? Picks 11-20 will be released on Episode 36 next week!As always if you enjoyed Drop the Mitts Hockey content please don't hesitate to leave a 5 star review and follow Chris Davis @chrisjdavis11 on all social media platforms as well as the podcast account @DropMittsHockey on all social media platforms and subscribe to our Youtube @DropMittsHockey.

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This Day in Maine for Wednesday, March 20th, 2024.

This Day in Maine for Tuesday, March 19th, 2024.

Brady talks with Windsor, VT native and University of Maine women's basketball player Olivia Rockwood in advance of the America East women's basketball title game against UVM.

Conducting research with global impact and local relevance is a quintessential service of the University of Maine. Out of all research conducted in Maine, 89% occurs here, and the insight and innovation it yields annually benefit hundreds of businesses. Research funding in 2023 reached an all time high of close to $190 million. In recent years, more of UMaine's research has been executed by undergraduate and graduate students, work that provides the knowledge and skill sets needed for the modern workforce. Opportunities for undergraduate students to conduct R&D, in particular, continue to grow. Funding support for these activities from sponsored research projects has risen 118% since 2017. In this episode of "The Maine Question" podcast, we delve into UMaine''s research enterprise and explore how students can grow their skill sets and resume, and bolster the state's economy and workforce, through conducting R&D.

Thank you for tuning into this week's episode of the Maine Campus Sports Podcast hosted by Jonah Smith and Michael Ames. In this episode, our hosts bring you the Black Bear sports flash featuring a tied play at Binghamton for women's soccer. There is also an interview between Jonah and the Maine Campus Sports Editor Dalton Bartlett, as they discuss what it's like working in the sports journalism field, as well as a review of UMaine sports next week. Check out this week's featured sports article: https://mainecampus.com/category/sports/2023/10/haylie-calver-sets-a-school-record-in-black-bears-swim-home-opener/ For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Jonah Smith and Mike Ames. Edited by Jonah Smith. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Music provided by Free Music.

Sean Stackhouse joined Marc Calnan to chat about his journey with rocket league over the years, his MCI esports team, Cooper Flagg, University of Maine, high school sports, and more.

Thank you for tuning into this episode of the Maine Campus Sports Podcast hosted by Jonah Smith and Michael Ames. In this episode, our hosts bring you the Black Bear sports flash and dive into plays from the Black Bear's homecoming games, and highlight student voices at UMaine's home games. Check out the sports article feature of the week: https://mainecampus.com/category/sports/2023/10/nadeau-brothers-shine-in-their-debuts-as-the-black-bears-sweep-the-engineers/ For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Jonah Smith and Mike Ames. Edited by Jonah Smith. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Music provided by Free Music.

This Day in Maine for Friday, October 13th, 2023.

Welcome back to the second episode of the Maine Campus Sports Podcast hosted by Jonah Smith and Michael Ames. In this episode, our hosts bring you the Black Bear sports flash, discuss plays from UMaine's soccer, field hockey, and football teams; get news from south of us about Portland and Boston's basketball teams, swaps within the NBA, and way more. Check out the sports article feature of the week: https://mainecampus.com/2023/10/black-bears-win-their-first-game-in-a-dominating-fashion/ For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Jonah Smith and Mike Ames. Edited by Jonah Smith. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Music provided by Free Music.

In every plant and tree exist tiny fibers called nanocellulose, a building block like no other with the potential to be the next material that changes the world. This plant matter, which is a billionth of a meter in length, can be used to make packaging, building products, insulation, water filters, medical tools and countless other products. An abundant, biodegradable and renewable material, nanocellulose has the potential to replace plastic as a key component in consumer goods. Nanocellulose research and production is already underway at the University of Maine. More than 100 clients worldwide purchase UMaine nanocellulose for their own research and development, and on-site client trials are conducted at the Process Development Center. The university has positioned itself as a leader in researching this material, and could help bolster Maine's forestry industry and make the state a trailblazer in this market. In the first episode of season nine of “The Maine Question,” we explore the manufacturing, functionality and possibilities for nanocellulose. We also discussed whether Maine can be home to a Silicon Valley-style nanocellulose sector, or Nanocellulose Valley. and lead a revolution in consumer goods with it.

Introducing the Maine Campus Sports Podcast hosted by Jonah Smith and Michael Ames! This show will focus on the University of Maine sports news, reviewing highlights, and discussion plays from games. In this first episode, Mike and Jonah discuss sports highlights coming from Black Bear Nation. In review, they talk about the strong start coming from UMaine's field hockey team, our fumble in play during the UMaine vs. Rhode Island football game, interviews with UMaine's volleyball club team, and more. For show notes and to keep up to date on what's happening on the Maine Campus: https://mainecampus.com/ To keep up to date on the podcast follow us on Instagram! @mainecampuspodcasts Hosted by Jonah Smith and Mike Ames. Edited by Jonah Smith. Produced by Rose Duane. Graphics by Rose Duane. Music provided by Free Music.

MAINE, 1973: In April of 1973, the vibrant college town of Orono, Maine was shattered by a shocking murder that sent tremors through the University of Maine community. The victim was Frederic Alan Spencer, a promising UMaine graduate student with a bright future ahead. When Frederic's roommate came forward and confessed to the killing, it seemed like an open and shut case.However, as the trial of Richard Westall Rogers Jr. unfolded, it was clear the case was far from simple. Despite his admission of guilt, the proceedings took a surprising turn. Nobody in that courtroom could have known at the time, but the unexpected decisions made in the case of Frederic Spencer would set in motion a chilling and deadly ripple effect that only grew with intensity and consequence over the next few decades.Last Call: A True Story of Love, Lust, and Murder in Queer New York by Elon GreenLast Call: When a Serial Killer Stalked Queer New York on HBOView source material and photos for this episode at darkdowneast.comFollow @darkdowneast on Instagram, Facebook, and TikTokTo suggest a case, email hello@darkdowneast.comSupport Dark Downeast on Buy Me a CoffeeShop Dark Downeast merch at darkdowneast.com/shop

In 1919 a mob "hazed" and assaulted Samuel and Roger Courtney, their crime? Being black. We uncover the recently uncovered true story of a dark point in Maine's history. We also go into a deeper look at hate crimes that had spread throughout the U.S. during this time as well. Buckle up, it is awful. Sources: 2020 Maine Census Hate Crimes Fact Sheet from the US Department of Justice A historical figure hiding in plain sight by Dan Desrochers for The Westfield News The hidden story of when two Black UMaine students were tarred and feathered by Karen Sieber Hazers in Maine Tar Two Students, New York Herald Radical Mainers: When a White Mob Attacked Two Black Students at the University of Maine by Andy O'Brien and Will Chapman An Untold Horror by the UMaine Alumni Association Karen Sieber speaks about hidden history of violence at UMaine by Megan Ashe for Maine Campus Media Red Summer: The Race Riots for the National WWI Museum and Memorial --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hghpod/support

The University of Maine is home to 18 formal vocal and instrumental ensembles and many informal musical groups, each one with a distinct sound that enriches the academic and cultural life on campus. Many of these groups welcome students of all majors and community members. These performers tour Maine, New England and beyond, promoting the artistic offerings of the university with their voices and instruments. In this episode of “The Maine Question,” Francis Vogt, director of choral programs and two student performers, will discuss what the music scene is like at UMaine.

Artificial intelligence, or "AI," is a hot topic in 2023. AI and machine learning make headlines every day, with stories ranging from the technology's helpful capabilities, like self-driving cars, to its scariest potential -- think "deep fake" videos fooling the public, or human workers being made obsolete by tools like ChatGPT. At the University of Maine, AI is central to research and classroom activities across disciplines, from forestry and farming to sensors and satellites. In this episode, we speak with two UMaine researchers who are at the forefront of AI research. Salimeh Sekeh is an assistant professor of computer science who is studying how AI can learn to improve itself over time. Vikas Dhiman, assistant professor of computer and electrical engineering, is looking at how robots can use AI to perform more efficiently and safely.

Esther, Cate and Ben talk about some wins and losses for Maine workers who want to unionize; discuss bills to protect renters in the legislature this week (help out here!); and clear up some confusion around the budget process. UMaine grad students join growing union movement Delayed union drive at Bates College fails to get…

Established in 1935, the University of Maine Honors College is one of the oldest continuously-running honors programs in the U.S. Its intellectually-curious students, who are among the top undergraduates at UMaine, explore texts, ideas, the arts and current events through an interdisciplinary lens in an academically-rigorous environment. Their class sizes are small and emphasize student engagement and lively discussion. In their senior year, honors students work on a thesis or project that pertains to their major and caters to their passions. In this episode of "The Maine Question" podcast, Dean Ellen Weinauer and four students discuss what it's like to learn and thrive in the Honors College.

A Maine educator for more than 33 years, Keith Kelley is currently teaching Integrated Technology. Having taught Language Arts, Social Studies and serving as the School Librarian, he is now teaching IT at Nokomis Regional Middle School. His students make Robots, Skateboards, 3D print, and build Guitars. He earned his Bachelor's and Master's Degree in Education at UMaine. He has coached soccer, track and various tech camps. In his free time he enjoys riding around in his classic mustang with his wife and dogs.   For show notes and transcript visit: https://kk.org/cooltools/keith-kelley-integrated-technology-teacher/   If you're enjoying the Cool Tools podcast, check out our paperback book Four Favorite Tools: Fantastic tools by 150 notable creators, available in both Color or B&W on Amazon: https://geni.us/fourfavoritetools  

Join John Williams, Jeff Mannix and U. of Maine Hockey Coach Ben Barr for this weeks Hockey Update!

Atlantic Salmon and Maine's renewable wood pulp industry may sound like an unlikely duo at first, but Deborah Bouchard and Sarah Turner from the Aquaculture Research Institute (ARI) have recognized the potential this pairing could have for the future of environmental, economic, and social sustainability for the US aquaculture industry. Debbie and Sarah Bouchard are to researching a new generation of safer, more sustainable, and cheaper vaccines for finfish. Here is where Atlantic Salmon meets its unlikely match, wood pulp. This abundant polymer is biocompatible, biodegradable, quite versatile, and easily modified – making it a phenomenal candidate for drug delivery. Tune in to learn more and hear about their results so far! and Vibrio ordalii. This adjuvant, a component of vaccines to improve and prolong immuneresponse, showed no evidence of cellular damage and no effects on growth for the fish whileinducing a strong immune and antibody boosting response. With less side effects and cheaper tomanufacture than existing vaccines these preliminary results are exciting, highlighting the efficacyof nanocellulose adjuvants. ISAv and V. ordalii alone can cause farmers to lose 90% of their stocks, amounting to over $1billion annually. Development of this new, safe, and affordable vaccine using nanocellulose is notonly huge for Atlantic salmon farmers but other food production systems as well. This newgeneration of low cost, tunable vaccine formulation is paving a way toward more sustainableaquaculture, with potential applicability for other fish species and even terrestrial animals as well. Leveraging direct industry support from Cooke Aquaculture, Kennebec River Biosciences,Benchmark Animal Health LTD, this interdisciplinary team from UMaine's Aquaculture ResearchInstitute and the Chemical and Biomedical Engineering Department has immense experience andresources relating to fish health, immunobiology, and vaccine formulation. Results will be shareddirectly through ARI's web site, Cooperative Extension and Maine Sea Grant extensionprofessionals, national conferences, and peer-reviewed publications.

Athletic trainers help both athletes and non-athletes recover from injuries and get back in the game, and their services are in high demand. Job opportunities in athletic training have been growing rapidly in recent years, and so too have the places in which athletic trainers work. The University of Maine has long offered a bachelor's degree in athletic training, and alumni from it have found careers at high schools, major league sports like the National Hockey League, rehabilitation facilities and in other settings. This year, however, UMaine has reincorporated its program as a master's degree, which prepares students to join the growing allied health profession providing acute care, evaluation, treatment and rehabilitation, as well as prevention from injuries and illness. In this week's episode of “The Maine Question,” Christopher Nightingale, director of UMaine's Athletic Training program, and other faculty discuss the work athletic trainers do, how the field has evolved and the learning opportunities available through the university's program.

This Day in Maine Monday, March 6, 2023

This Day in Maine Monday, March 6, 2023

Libraries are vital resources for many communities, and their services have evolved over time with the advent of new technology and demands. The University of Maine Raymond H. Fogler Library, a more than 150-year-old institution and the largest research library in the state, has adopted several new offerings in recent years to meet the needs of students, faculty and the general public in the digital age. In this week's episode of “The Maine Question,” Daisy Domínguez Singh, dean of libraries at UMaine, discusses the latest developments in library services, including those at Fogler, and the role these repositories for knowledge and entertainment play in 2023.

Today I'm joined by Eduards Tralmaks for a long awaited reunion podcast. If you've been here since my college hockey vlogging days, you'll enjoy this one. We go right back into some elite banter for arguably our funniest episode yet. For those who are new Ed was my roommate at UMaine and now plays for the Providence Bruins. Enjoy --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/sodasareowed/support

This week we talk Halloween movies, address the haters on TikTok, tips and ticks on how to do College, fights at the hockey house, visiting UMaine, the creative process, "marrying the game" , and more.