Panaroam view of the sandy river and surrounding Farmington area during peak fall foliage

Marketing & Communications Department

Telling the UMF Story

The Marketing & Communications team helps tell the story of the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) by sharing the people, experiences, achievements, and opportunities that make UMF distinctive. We support campus partners with strategic marketing, communications, storytelling, branding, and digital content that connect UMF with prospective students, current students, alumni, families, and the broader community.

Our work spans the channels and strategies that shape how UMF is seen and experienced, including media relations, storytelling, social media, web and digital content, video and photography, creative services, brand management, email, paid advertising, integrated campaigns, and data-informed strategy.

Latest News

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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…
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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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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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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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Alumni & Student 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…
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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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Maygin Lee Leighton – Expanding Horizons: Maygin’s Journey to International Service
October 16, 2026
Maygin Lee Leighton of Baileyville, Maine has never left New England, but that’s not stopping her from planning to join the Peace Corps after college.  Currently, Maygin studies Biology and has minors in Climate Change Solutions and International…
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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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Challenges and Success: Jodi Philippon’s (‘89) UMF Story
September 25, 2026
“I was looking for a program in which I would end up helping others in a meaningful way.” When getting ready to apply to colleges, Jodi Philippon ‘89, a Lewiston local, was already familiar with the University of…
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Tyler Brown ’16: Bringing Curiosity Into the Classroom
September 21, 2026
“Bring your curiosity,” Tyler Brown ’16 tells his students at Mt. Blue High School. As a History teacher, he wants his students to do more than memorize dates and names. He puts them at the center of their own…
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Contact Us

Marketing & Communications
University of Maine at Farmington
238 Main Street, 2nd Floor
Farmington, Maine USA 04938-1994
tel:  207-778-7090
umf.marketing@maine.edu