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Encomium: A Celebration of the UMF Community

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Recognizing What and Who Make UMF Special

Encomium is UMF’s centralized space for recognizing and celebrating the achievements, contributions, and dedication of our students, staff, faculty, and campus partners. Through stories, highlights, and historical records, Encomium documents what we value and honors the people and programs that strengthen our academic and campus community

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New UMF Staff

Meet some of the newest members of our campus community and learn more about the people helping UMF move forward.

Vice President for Academic Affairs/Provost

Director of Student Life

Andrew Willihan ’06

Andrew Willihan ’06

Director of Major Gifts

Jasmine Olivares

Jasmine Olivares

Coordinator of Housing and Student Activities

Thomas Brann ’25

Thomas Brann ’25

Area Director for Scott Complex

Deputy Title IX Coordinator

Brianna Hinkley ’21

Brianna Hinkley ’21

Administrative Specialist CL2

Victoria Davenport

Victoria Davenport

Admissions Specialist

Administrative Specialist

Celebrating UMF

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UMF presents “Exploring the Aquifer of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula in the Digital Age” by National Geographic Explorer Sam Meacham, Nov 18

November 10, 2026

FARMINGTON, ME (November 10, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington is excited to bring National Geographic Explorer Sam Meacham to campus to present “Exploring the Aquifer of Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula in the Digital Age.” The event takes place Wednesday, Nov.

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UMF and Maine DOE bring Maine educators together to support the learning of every student with Inclusive Education Initiative

November 05, 2026

FARMINGTON, ME (November 5, 2026)—The Maine Dept. of Education (DOE) Office of Special Services and Inclusive Education and the University of Maine at Farmington recently hosted more than 150 dedicated school leaders and educators, from Millinocket to Sanford, at their…

UMF in the News: Mt. Blue Middle School partnering with UMF on literacy

October 30, 2026

According to a recent Franklin Journal article, Mt. Blue Middle School is expanding academic and behavioral support for students, including a new partnership with the University of Maine at Farmington that provides targeted literacy…

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UMF celebrates national First-Gen Day, Nov 6

October 30, 2026

FARMINGTON, ME (October 30, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington is honoring the achievements of its students, staff, faculty and members of the community who are first in their families to attend college with its annual First-Generation College Celebration Day,…

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UMF Visiting Writer Series welcomes poet Erinrose Mager, Nov. 12

October 28, 2026

FARMINGTON, ME (October 28, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington is excited to present poet Erinrose Mager as the final reader of the 2026 fall semester in its popular Visiting Writers series. Mager is the author of “Hot Fruit”…

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UMF in the News: UMF students can earn credits toward biotechnology master’s

October 23, 2026

The Portland Press Herald recently reported that University of Maine at Farmington biology students can now begin working toward a master’s degree in biotechnology before finishing their undergraduate studies through a new partnership with Northeastern University.

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UMF Theatre presents Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” Nov. 5-8

October 21, 2026

FARMINGTON, ME (October 21, 2026)—The University of Maine at Farmington presents William Shakespeare’s “Macbeth” as its fall 2026 theatre production. Though originally set in Medieval Scotland, the play tells the timeless story of the fall of a hero general and…

Alumni Spotlights

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From Club President to Senior Analyst: How Drew Kelso ‘19 Made the Most of Every Opportunity

November 10, 2026

Drew Kelso ’19 visited the University of Maine at Farmington campus knowing that he wanted a profession that worked with math and computers with strong earnings potential and job security. After meeting Lori Koban and the actuarial science…

Two men in suits pose with wooden plaques that read 'Congratulations Nick Scott' and 'Chase Elbridge Brown' at a Midcoast Sports Hall of Fame event, Class of 2026.

UMF in the News: Coach Nick Scott-2006 UMF alum, honored at Hall of Fame ceremony

October 27, 2026

As reported by the Boothbay Register, the Boothbay Region High School boys’ cross-country team of 2009 was inducted into the Hall of Fame at the 19th annual Induction Ceremony for the Midcoast Sports Hall of Fame held on…

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Rooted in Compassion: How UMF Shaped Tabitha Ryan’s Work as an Educator and Advocate

October 13, 2026

Tabitha Ryan (2005) majored in Early Childhood Education and Psychology at the University of Maine at Farmington following her passion for helping children and their families. During her studies, Tabitha gravitated towards Melissa Clawson’s philosophy of education…

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Dani Faltraco ‘24: Teaching Through Connection

September 30, 2026

For UMF graduate Dani Faltraco ’24, who earned her degree in Secondary Education with a concentration in English, one of the most meaningful parts of teaching begins long before a student ever gives an…

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