University of New England - Innovation for a Healthier Planet

New Photography at UNE Art Gallery

Recent Aquisitions in the Stephen K. Halpert Collection of Photography

February 16, 2024

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Portland Campus Art Gallery

Join us to celebrate the new acquisitions in our collection. The display showcases new photographic works procured by Stephen K. Halpert, curator of photography at UNE, in his signature narrative curatorial style, focusing on his longstanding interest in work that documents diverse perceptions of daily life in Maine and across the world.  The show, open […]

Breaking the Age Code

Breaking the Age Code

February 8, 2024

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Zoom

Yale professor and leading expert on the psychology of successful aging, Dr. Becca Levy, draws on her ground-breaking research to show how age beliefs can be improved so they benefit all aspects of the aging process, including the way genes operate and the extension of life expectancy by 7.5 years. The often-surprising results of Levy’s […]

Breaking the Age Code

Breaking the Age Code

February 1, 2024

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Zoom

Yale professor and leading expert on the psychology of successful aging, Dr. Becca Levy, draws on her ground-breaking research to show how age beliefs can be improved so they benefit all aspects of the aging process, including the way genes operate and the extension of life expectancy by 7.5 years. The often-surprising results of Levy’s […]

We Have What You Need (Probably)

In addition to textbooks, we also have chargers, bones, games and so much more for you to borrow while studying! Here is a full list of things which can be borrowed on each campus. These items are available for 2 hours at a time, and can be renewed so long as there is no wait […]

Need Help?

Confused by a citation? Need help finding the right source? Need to know if something is peer reviewed? Have general questions about your research assignments? Research and teaching librarians are here to help you with these questions and more. How to Contact Us The Research and Teaching Team Find your subject librarian and meet our […]

Artist Brunch

Artist Brunch

November 27, 2023

12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

Ketchum Art Gallery

Join us and meet with artists Rebecca Goodale, Gretchen Halpert, Raquel P. Miller, and student-cartographer Matthew Pittsley. The exhibit “Seeking Light: Plants from Shoreline to Canopy in the Arts and Sciences” takes a look at the specificity of plants through various creative lenses. Snacks will be provided, and the artists will speak about their processes. […]

Procrastinate Much?

Long Night of Proctastination

November 27, 2023 - November 28, 2023

7:00 pm - 12:00 am

Ketchum Library

Struggling with getting that final paper done? Need dedicated study time? Join us on November 27th from 7pm-Midnight for a night of academic support, free food, giveaways, de-stress activities, and most importantly: productivity! Long Night Against Procrastination (LNAP), is a motivating co-working event to help you power through your assignments. We’ll help you set and complete […]

Your Vote 2023

National Voter Registration Day

November 7, 2023 - November 8, 2023

Election Day is November 7, 2023. In Maine this year there will be two state legislative seats filled (District 45 and District 50) and numerous state and local ballot measures. Read more about these issues on Ballotpedia. Voting is a great privilege and come with some responsibilities. Make sure you are registered, know how to […]

Open Textbook Workshop

Open Textbook Workshop

November 8, 2023

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Zoom

Are you interested in learning more about open education options? Join us to explore possible open textbook solutions. Did you know: Learn more about how open supports academic freedom and how you can choose more diverse, inclusive, and socially conscious course materials.

Banned Books

The American Library Association documented 1269 demands to censor library books and resources in 2022. That is almost double the 729 books challenges reported in 2021. From January 1 – August 31, there have already been 695 attempts to censor library materials and challenges to 1915 unique titles. Alarmingly, the majority of challenges in school […]