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Graduate work has been available at The University of Maine for many years.
The first master’s degree was conferred in 1881; the first doctoral degree in
1960. Since 1923, graduate work has been a separate division of the University.
Today the master’s degree is offered in over 60 areas of study and the doctorate
in 25 areas.
The Graduate School has primary responsibility for administering the policies
and procedures relating to graduate study. Graduate School policy is made by
the Graduate Faculty, acting through its representative body, the Graduate Board.
Graduate work in Maine is concentrated at two of the seven units of The University
of Maine system: The flagship campus of The University of Maine, in Orono, and
the University of Southern Maine. University of Maine graduate courses are offered
on other campuses on a selected basis. Graduate programs now available on a
part-time basis at other campuses are the Master of Public Administration (at
Augusta), and the Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (at the University
of Southern Maine). The College of Education and Human Development has outreach
centers throughout the State, offering a Master of Education degree. The Hutchinson
Center in Belfast also offers graduate courses leading to both the Master of
Business Administration and Master of Social Work degrees as well as various
other graduate classes.
Graduate School Office. The Graduate School’s staff (located in 2 Winslow Hall)
is available to assist graduate students in both academic and personal matters.
The staff can offer advice concerning admission, registration, degree requirements,
thesis format, procedures for changing programs, and the availability of fellowships
and scholarships. Students are encouraged to contact this office concerning
any matters for which additional information is needed.
University housing for graduate students is limited and application should
be made as early as possible. University facilities include:
1. Estabrooke Hall, a co-educational residence hall for graduate students and
for students 21 years of age and older. The fourth floor is designated “24/7
Quieter Living”. Most of the rooms in Estabrooke are singles; a limited
number of double rooms are shared with a roommate. A Graduate Center serving
all graduate students at UM is located on the first floor and features a computer
cluster, printers, a resource room complete with catalogs and brochures of other
universities, and a lounge. For accommodations in Estabrooke Hall, contact Housing
Services, Suite 103, 5734 Hilltop Commons, Orono, Maine 04469-5734, telephone,
207/581-4580 or e-mail housing@umerl.maine.edu. Residence hall occupants are
expected to reside within the system for the academic year. Those who cannot
meet this requirement should refer to the refund policy as set forth in the
residence hall agreement terms and conditions.
Meal plans for use in any of the four dining commons on campus are required
for Estabrooke Hall residents. Plans include traditional weekly plans (19, 14,
10, and 7), the Premium Black Bear Plan, and semester plans. All plans include
MaineCard Dining Funds which allow residents to use their MaineCard in the Dining
Services retail operations and convenience markets using a declining balance
system. In addition, residents may use their Dining Funds to order food delivery
from participating local vendors. At the beginning of the fall and spring semesters,
Dining Services adds three (3) dining commons guest meal passes to each of the
traditional plans (19+, 14+, 10+, & 7+). These guest meal passes will be
available electronically and can be used for any guest, including friends, family
or even your favorite faculty member! Guests must be accompanied by a resident
with a valid meal plan. Contact Dining Services at 207/581-4706 for more information
on meal plans or e-mail dining@umerl.maine.edu.
Off-campus residents also have a wide range of meal plans available to them.
For information and assistance, interested students should contact the MaineCard
Office, Memorial Union, telephone 207/581-CARD (2273).
2. University Park is a family housing facility for students, staff, and faculty
with families. Information regarding family housing may be obtained through
the Family Housing Office, Room 101, 5734 Hilltop Commons, Orono, Maine 04469-5734;
phone 207/581-4579 or e-mail rmoreau@maine.edu.
Services for Commuter and Non-Traditional Students. Commuter and Non-Traditional
students’ lives are often complicated and fast-paced. The Office of Commuter/Non-Traditional
Student Services exists to respond to the needs of the University’s off-campus
population and of those students who fall into the category of non-traditional.
The office can provide students with information about programs and services,
as well as personal and academic support and referrals. Services provided include
off-campus housing information, local childcare listings, a student lounge with
a microwave and refrigerator, spouse/partner/dependent activity cards, commuter
lockers, and special programming throughout the year. For additional information,
contact the office on the second floor of the Memorial Union by phone at (207)
581-1405 or look at our web page at www.umaine.edu/cscl/commuter.
Safety Training is required of all regular and student employees before
performing any hazardous duties. Classes are offered throughout the semester
and training is available on the Internet at www.ume.maine.edu/~ehs/.
Refresher training must be completed on an annual basis. Additional Chemical
Hygiene Plan (CHP) training is conducted within each department or laboratory
using chemicals. Specific information may be obtained from the laboratory manager
or departmental safety coordinator. Other Safety Training may be required by
the department based on the functions of the work assigned. Mandatory training
requirements must be completed to ensure continued participation in certain
research programs.
Environmental Health & Safety Department. The Department of Environmental
Health & Safety supports the University’s mission by providing leadership,
resources, and services to assure a safe and healthful working environment for
all members of the University and its surrounding community.
The Department of Environmental Health & Safety provides guidance for the
University Community on environmental health and safety issues and fosters an
attitude of safety within the University Community. The Department also serves
as a liaison between the University Community and the University of Maine System,
and other external local, state, and federal regulatory agencies on matters
related to environmental health and safety.
Student Health Services. Student Health Services provides general medical
care as well as special services for students seeking to maintain good health
and fitness. Students may be seen at the health center for treatment of acute
medical problems or injuries, assistance in dealing with chronic illness, immunizations,
women’s health issues, contraception, sexual health, fitness, nutrition, smoking
cessation, skin cancer screening and many other health promotion programs. Cutler
Health Center also provides students with an ambulance service, and on-site
laboratory, x-ray, and pharmacy services.
The clinical staff includes physicians, a physician’s assistant, nurse practitioners,
nurses, physician consultants, pharmacist, athletic trainers, radiology technologist,
medical technologists, and medical assistants.
Physician consultants and other specialists expand services and convenience
by offering regularly scheduled clinics for gynecological consultations, HIV
testing, massage therapy, optometry, orthopedic, physical therapy, and podiatry.
These clinics are provided at times convenient to the student’s schedule and
often providing a cost saving for the student. Health center staff provide assistance
with access to care not available at the health center by scheduling appointments,
coordinating services, and assisting with insurance company authorization for
services.
All registered UMaine students are welcome to use the health center for medical
care. There are charges for services including office visits, laboratory, x-ray,
pharmacy, supply and specialized clinical services at the health center. The
Comprehensive Fee provides funding for the health center. Students with 12 or
more credits of non-Internet courses have paid the fee and receive a reduction
in charges for services. Students carrying 6 to 11 credit hours may choose a
health service option at the Bursar’s Office and also receive reductions in
charges for service. Students with less than 6 hours may pay extra for a health
service option.
The pharmacy accepts prescriptions from your private health care provider.
Prescriptions may be filled on a walk-in basis. Pharmacy hours are Monday-Friday
8 a.m. to 4 p.m. closing daily from 1:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. The pharmacy offers
prescription medicines as well as some over-the-counter medications at very
competitive prices.
Laboratory and Radiology services accept orders from private physicians. Orders
must provide the diagnosis and specify the phone number and office address of
the doctor ordering the tests.
The health center’s hours are Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Saturday
and Sunday hours are 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Hours during regularly scheduled
breaks vary. Please check our website for details.
Emergency Services. In an EMERGENCY please dial 911 from any phone.
Student Health Services operates a state licensed volunteer ambulance service
U.V.A.C. (University Volunteer Ambulance Corps). If there is a need to get to
a hospital but it is not an emergency, Student Health Services provides “free”
taxi transport to and from the hospital (see after hours below).
Immunizations. Any person born after December 31, 1956 must show proof
of immunizations against measles, mumps and rubella along with tetanus/diphtheria.
Vaccines for measles, mumps and rubella must have been given after your first
birthday and after 1968. Tetanus/diphtheria vaccine must have been received
within the past 10 years.
A photocopy of a record that has been signed by a health provider is required.
Please do not send originals.
Nurse Clinic. The nurse clinic is very active with the student community
providing asthma testing and support, allergy shots, nutrition/weight management
counseling, cardiovascular risk assessment, travel counseling, health assessments,
and wart treatments.
Specialty and Fitness Clinics. The Specialty Clinic provides a wide
range of services. Programs enable students to enjoy all the recreational opportunities
offered at the University. Fitness services include assessment and treatment
by the Sports Medicine Rehabilitation Therapy Clinic (SMART), orthopedic, podiatry,
physical therapy, women’s fitness program, massage therapy, a training and safety
program, and nutrition consultations. Other services include optometry care
for eyeglass and contact lens needs, and speech as well as hearing assessments
in coordination with the Conley Speech and Hearing Center. To schedule appointments
for Specialty Clinic services, call 581-4179.
HIV Testing is offered each Wednesday. The testing is confidential and can
be scheduled by calling 581-4179.
Women’s Health Services. Women’s Health Services include annual exams,
emergency contraception (Morning After Pill), screening and treatment for sexually
transmitted diseases and infections, pregnancy testing, pregnancy options counseling
and referral, breast exams and self-breast exam education, birth control provisions,
and assessment and treatment of urinary tract infections. For consultation,
follow-up, and referral for a variety of women’s concerns including PMS, menopause,
colposcopy, biopsy for abnormal pap evaluation and services for women who have
experienced sexual trauma, call 581-4179.
Ambulatory Care. General medical and nursing care is provided on an
appointment basis. However, while patients are encouraged to make appointments,
it is possible to walk-in to the clinic for same day health care services. To
make an appointment, call 581-4179.
World Wide Web. Point your browser to: www.cutlerhealth.umaine.edu.
Student Health Services updates information on this site as needed, in order
to provide the most accurate information to the student public. A wide range
of information can be found at this site: immunization requirements, student
insurance, clinic hours, services available and health alerts. Downloadable
PDF files are included on this site. Details about the health center are provided.
After Hours Service. A health care provider is available 24 hours a
day 7 days a week while classes are in session. Coverage varies for each break
so please check the website for details. The medical answering service is available
to coordinate taxi transportation to and from the hospital. The service is activated
by calling 581-4000 on weeknights and anytime on weekends, holidays, and breaks
when the Health Center is closed. There is no charge for the taxi service if
the Health Center is provided with a copy of the hospital medical record. The
costs of all hospital, emergency room, medication, radiology, laboratory, non-health-center
physician, and/or other services are the responsibility of the student. If you
have questions, call the answering service and someone can help you.
Counseling Center. The Counseling Center will help any student who is
in a crisis situation. There is no charge for counseling and psychological services.
There is, however, a fee for psychiatric consultation. Students with 6 credits
or more are eligible for the full range of counseling and psychological services.
Students carrying less than 6 credits are eligible for group counseling, consultation
and educational programs. Call 581-1392 for more information.
Career Center. The Career Center assists graduate students in planning
for professional careers. Services available include individual career counseling,
career information for exploring options, assistance in identifying potential
employers, resume/vita critiques, job search workshops, mock interviews using
videotape equipment, job listings, employer information, and providing information
packets on establishing, maintaining and mailing credential files to potential
employers. Use of the Internet has become an integral part of the service offerings
by the Career Center. Students may access jobs via the Internet on networked
computers in the Career Library of the Career Center. The Career Center also
has developed a website that gives students immediate access to career services
and job listings nationwide. There is no charge to students for these services.
The Career Center is located on the third floor of the Memorial Union and is
open Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m. For further information, call 581-1359
or access our website: www.ume.maine.edu/~career
Peace Corps Recruiting Office. The University hosts a Peace Corps recruiter
on a monthly basis who conducts interviews, provides informational sessions,
and is available for class presentations. The recruiter may be contacted by
calling the Career Center in the Memorial Union at 581-1359. The Peace Corps
offers graduating students the opportunity to make a difference in another part
of the world while gaining valuable personal and professional experience. Volunteers
are needed for a wide variety of fields, including ESL, education, forestry,
environmental education, parks & wildlife, and small business development.
Office of International Programs. The Office of International Programs
(OIP) has primary responsibility for coordinating and promoting UMaine international
initiatives, exchanges, activities and programs. The OIP fosters and supports
international education on campus and strives to advance international understanding
and global awareness.
The Office of International Programs is responsible for recruitment and admission
of undergraduate international students; establishing and coordinating successful
university linkages, exchanges and study abroad programs for students and faculty;
immigration processing and advising; the University’s exchange visitor program;
student orientation and support services. With academic departments, the OIP
promotes internationalization of the curriculum. The OIP sponsors activities,
seminars and programs to promote international awareness on campus and in the
community.
Services to foreign nationals include immigration, cultural and academic advising,
various social activities and a weekly coffee hour. There is an active International
Student Association, and an annual campus-wide “Culturefest”. The
office also provides support to faculty.
The University of Maine’s Study Abroad Program is located in the Office of
International Programs and there are opportunities for graduate students to
participate in an international experience. For more information call 581-1509,
or visit OIP in 100 Winslow Hall. Call 581-2905 for additional information.
e-mail: umintprg@maine.edu
The Office of Services for Students with Disabilities coordinates a wide range
of services for students with all types of disabilities. Students with disabilities
have two options when making requests for academic accommodation. Requests are
made to either the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities at
the Onward Program or to the faculty member teaching the student’s class. A
specific procedure is in place for both options, and must be reviewed and followed
every semester. Complete procedures for obtaining accommodations as well as
guidelines for documentation of disability can be found in the Student Handbook
or by contacting the Coordinator of Services for Students with Disabilities,
Onward Building, University of Maine, Orono ME 04469. Phone (207) 581-2320 or
581-2311 (TTY.)
Association of Graduate Students. The Association of Graduate Students
(AGS) represents all graduate students in addressing issues that specifically
concern graduate education and graduate student life. The AGS is governed by
a board of representatives, which is comprised of one graduate student from
each department for every 50 graduate students in the department. This board
meets every other week to vote on matters of policy, procedure and budget and
these meetings are open to all graduate students. The primary functions of the
AGS are to influence University policy decisions, serve on University committees,
and sponsor special services to graduate students. These services include providing
grants for research and travel, supporting graduate clubs and organizations,
co-hosting the annual Graduate Recognition Ceremony, and sponsoring educational
and social events. The AGS is funded primarily by activity fees paid by graduate
students. For more information about the AGS, graduate students are encouraged
to visit the AGS office in the Memorial Union, or call 581-4548.
Recreational Programs. Recreation Programs, part of the Center for Students
and Community Life, offers a great variety of recreational programming to students
and the University community. Approximately 65 intramural sports are offered
annually for men, women, and coed competition. There are also an increasing
number of sport clubs including: Blade Society, Men’s & Women Lacrosse,
Men’s & Women’s Rugby, Mountain Bike, Hackey Sack, Baseball, Jiu Jitsu,
Cycling, Tennis, Shotokan, and Ultimate. Aerobic/fitness classes are offered
each semester in Aquacize, Kick Aerobics, Step Aerobics, Hip Hop (dance aerobics),
Yoga, and Pilates. Facilities in Lengyel and Memorial Gyms are open for free
play. These facilities include: pool, racquetball and squash courts, field house,
and basketball/volleyball courts. Ice skating in the arena is available during
specific hours. Sports equipment is available for free check-out in Lengyel
and Memorial Gyms. Lockers are also available for rent. Maine Bound offers a
full range of outdoor adventure courses (academic credit and noncredit) and
activities. Maine Bound also offers outdoor gear like tents, sleeping bags,
skis, stoves, coolers, and backpacks for rent. Students interested in on campus
employment should contact Recreation Programs in 140 Memorial Gym or the new
Maine Bound Adventure Center. The new Adventure Center opened in the spring
of 2002. It houses the Maine Bound staff, equipment rental operation, and offers
students the best indoor climbing in the area on its tower and bouldering area.
For more information about Recreation Programs, visit the website www.ume.maine.edu/~recinfo
or call (207) 581-1082 or (207) 581-1794.
Memorial Union. Along with the educational activities the Union sponsors,
the Union also offers a variety of programs and services intended to make the
University experience more convenient and enjoyable. The Union has several facilities
graduate students will find useful, including: the Bookstore, Information Center,
dining service, lounges, a computer cluster, post office/check cashing services,
ATM, quick copy printing, and, perhaps, more importantly, the office of the
Association of Graduate Students. Also, the Memorial Union sponsors a successful
activities program for the enjoyment of all students. These programs, include:
major concerts, contemporary and classic films, comedy events, coffee houses,
plus a variety of other novelty programs. These activities will be promoted
in the Maine Campus (campus newspaper), “The Link” (Student Affairs
weekly newsletter), the UMaine Master Calendar - www.umaine.edu/campusevents,
WMEB (campus radio station), and a variety of other campus media.
Bookstore. The University Bookstore, located in the Memorial Union,
is an auxiliary service department of The University of Maine. Accordingly,
its purpose is to serve the academic community by making available textbooks
and supplies for course work. In addition, the store maintains a wide selection
of general reading books, academic supplies, clothing, gifts, greeting cards,
music, and other merchandise and services which contribute to the overall educational
experience offered at The University of Maine. Services include gift certificates,
special order books, college rings, graduation apparel and announcements, textbook
reservations, phone cards, and film developing. For more information visit our
website at umbook.umeadm.maine.edu
or call 581-1700, FAX 581-1132 or e-mail, umbook@maine.edu.
Refund Policy. Textbook refunds are allowable regardless of reason,
with a receipt, during the first 15 days of classes (Fall & Spring), 3 days
(in the May, Summer & Winter terms). All other merchandise except items
sold as nonrefundable may be returned for a full refund within 10 days of purchase
with a receipt. All merchandise must be in resalable or new condition, unmarked
and clean. The Bookstore reserves the right to make judgement as to “new”
condition.
General: Gift certificates, special-order books, college rings and graduation
apparel.
Textbook Buy Back. Used books in demand at The University of Maine can
be sold back at the end of each semester for 50% of the new retail price. Books
no longer in use at The University of Maine or those for which the Bookstore
is at an overstock condition can be sold back at a current national wholesale
price.
Post Office. Stamps, Money Orders, Express and Priority Mail, Parcel
Post. Check cashing service: Personal checks up to $100 may be cashed with a
MaineCard ID for a $1.00 fee. Also with a MaineCard ID, University checks, payroll
checks, government checks up to $1,000 may be cashed for a $1.00 fee.
Quick Copy (QC2). Services include color and black and white copying,
spiral binding, and transparencies. Call 581-3727 for hours and information.
The Center for Students and Community Life. The Center for Students and Community
Life provides a network of student-oriented programs and services, which address
a variety of student needs. The Center is unique; it is a dynamic collaboration
of multiple efforts, from leadership programs and ethnic cultural celebrations
to volunteer activities, health promotion opportunities, and outdoor adventure
programs. We are here for personal advice, for small and large problems, and
for educational life concerns.
Maine Center for the Arts includes the Hutchins Concert Hall and Hudson Museum.
Nationally and internationally acclaimed musical and theatrical productions,
special programs and guest speakers appear throughout the year in this state-of-the-art
facility. Past performances have included Yo Yo Ma, Isaac Stern, Rudolph Nureyev
and company, the New York City Traveling Opera group, chamber music, symphonies,
ballets, jazz, folk and country music performers.
The Hudson Museum, Maine Center for the Arts. The Hudson Museum, located in
the Maine Center for the Arts, is the gateway for The University of Maine’s
students, faculty and staff to explore the diversity of human experience. The
Museum’s permanent collections include Prehispanic Mexican and Central American
holdings, Native American collections from the Northwest Coast, Plains, Southwest,
Maine, South America and the Arctic, as well as artifacts from Oceania, Asia,
and Africa. Long-term exhibits feature the Museum’s collection strengths. Each
academic year, the Museum showcases at least two to four temporary exhibits,
based on loan collections or Museum holdings. The Museum offers guided tours
for University classes and programs, lectures by distinguished anthropologists
and archaeologists, staff assistance with directed research projects, internships,
and teaching exhibits. The Hudson Museum is open Tuesday-Friday, 9:00 a.m. to
4:00 p.m., Saturdays and Sundays 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., and is closed Mondays
and holidays. Admission is free. For further information, call 581-1901.
Maynard F. Jordan Planetarium and Observatory. The Maynard F. Jordan
Planetarium and Observatory are operated by the Department of Physics and Astronomy
to provide the University and the public with educational multi-media programs
and observational activities in astronomy and related subjects.
The Planetarium, located on the second floor of Wingate Hall, is a domed theater
where visitors can look up to see an exact simulation of the night sky. Since
1954 the planetarium has offered sky programs for visitors of all ages. Today,
it operates throughout the school year with a series of general admission showings
on weekends (free to UMaine students) and special, private group events. The
current program schedule is available at the planetarium office; (207) 581-1341,
or by visiting our website at umainesky.com, or e-mail aland@maine.edu.
The Jordan Observatory next to the Memorial Union houses an eight-inch Alvan
Clark refractor telescope and several smaller instruments that can view many
of the wonders in the Maine sky. Astronomy students use the facility for studies
on weeknights, but the facility is opened to the public and operated by student
volunteers on weekends in the fall and spring semesters. Current observing hours
and conditions are available by calling (207) 581-1348.
Women in the Curriculum and Women’s Studies Program. The Women in the Curriculum
Program (WIC) began as a project designed to improve the quality of education
for all students through the inclusion of the experience and ideas of women
in courses throughout the University. In addition to continuing this effort,
WIC is now responsible for the Women’s Studies Program and works to foster an
academic climate which is equally hospitable to female and male students.
Women’s Studies courses, both departmental and interdisciplinary, can enhance
any graduate program by increasing students’ understanding of the roles, contributions,
and experiences of women. A formal interdisciplinary graduate concentration
in Women’s Studies is available for both masters and Ph.D. candidates. Courses
at the 400, 500, and 600 level with the WST designator and appropriate courses
from other departments can be taken by graduate students. The WIC/WST director
can advise graduate students about appropriate courses for their degree programs
and suggest Women’s Studies faculty members for their committees.
Together with the Women’s Resource Center, the WIC/WST Program maintains a
lending library in the space they share in Fernald Hall. Books, journals, audio
and videotapes, and individual papers and articles in vertical files are available
for use by the University community and the wider community as well.
Graduate students are also encouraged to attend and participate in a number
of other WIC/WST Program activities. They can present their work at the weekly
brown bag lunch series or the annual Women’s History Celebration. They can serve
on committees for the History Celebration, the Maryann Hartman Awards to Maine
women of achievement, or other programs of speakers and performers. They can
work on the Feminist Oral History Project or join a Women’s Studies discussion
group. All courses and programs are open to both men and women. For more information
about WIC/WST activities and to receive mailings, please stop by the office
in 101 Fernald Hall or call 581-1228. The director, Ann Schonberger, can be
contacted by e-mail on FirstClass or at annschon@maine.edu.
Visit our Web page at www.umaine.edu/wic.
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