Sustainability efforts are being made in higher-education institutions in just about every corner of Maine.
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News about schools and education from the Portland Press Herald.
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Colby conference spotlights rights violations from women’s perspectives
Clare Byarugaba, an activist from Uganda, is scheduled to participate in the Oct. 8-10 human rights conference at Colby College in Waterville.
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Newsweek cites Winthrop High School’s college prep
The school is one of the best in the nation for preparing students for college, the magazine says.
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UMA interim president cites ‘Don Quixote’ at convocation
He says a mix of idealism and pragmatism is the best approach to this year’s theme of innovation.
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New campaign aims to end sexual attacks on campus
President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden launch the initiative, called “It’s On Us,” at an event in the White House.
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Cost of Maine’s public colleges tops legislative panel’s agenda
Higher education officials say maintaining state funding and increasing financial aid are the keys.
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Maine Sen. Angus King introduces student loan bill
The proposal would allow students to consolidate college debt into 10-year fixed repayment plans or income-based repayment plans.
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Ban considered for shock device used by Massachusetts school
The Food and Drug Administration is trying to decide whether the device is cruel or effective for the hardest-to-treat cases of autism and other intellectual disabilities.
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UNE to accept SMCC student credits
The transfer agreements cover 10 academic programs at Southern Maine Community College and 11 at the University of New England.
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Greene inaugurated as 20th president of Colby College
David A. Greene says Colby is well prepared for the increasing challenges facing higher education.