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What Her Diary Reveals

“What Her Diary Reveals: Daily Narratives and Untold History” is the new exhibit in the MWWC’s display case in Marcil Hall on the Biddeford Campus, created by Elia O’Hara (English and Political Science double major ’25) in collaboration with Education and Outreach Archivist Cathleen Miller. The exhibit includes diaries from the MWWC’s holdings from the […]

Celebrating Excellence in Open Education at UNE

The University of New England hosted its first OER Awards Breakfast, recognizing the outstanding contributions of faculty and professional staff advancing open educational practices across the university. Library Dean Elizabeth Dyer opened the event with a warm welcome, inviting attendees to enjoy breakfast and celebrate UNE’s growing OER community. President James Herbert delivered remarks, emphasizing that […]

OER Breakfast

OER Celebration & Awards Reception Breakfast

May 2, 2025

8:30 am - 9:30 am

Harold Alfond Forum, Room HAFORM 236

Join us in recognizing UNE’s faculty champions of Open Educational Resources at our OER Celebration & Awards Reception Breakfast. Enjoy a complimentary breakfast while celebrating the university’s commitment to accessible and affordable education! Nominate a colleague for an OER award!Deadline: April 25 For questions or more details, please contact Sonya Durney, sdurney@une.edu.

Sexual Assault Awareness

During Sexual Assault Awareness Month, we engage in meaningful learning and reflection on the impact of sexual violence and how we can contribute to a culture of support and prevention. Together with UNE’s Office of Title IX and Civil Rights Compliance, we have created a reading list with a diverse selection of resources to deepen […]

April is National Poetry Month

And we’re celebrating with haiku! Take a moment out of your day to write a simple verse or two. As a reminder, a haiku consists of three lines of verse with five syllables, seven syllables, and five syllables. Stations are set up in the libraries for you to use if you wish. Here are some […]

Open Education Research Grants

UNE faculty interested in researching the impact of Open Educational Resources (OER) on teaching, learning, and institutional policy are encouraged to submit a proposal to the UNE OER Steering Committee. Research Grants made available by the Davis Educational Foundation, provide faculty with funding to explore the effectiveness, challenges, and broader implications of OER adoption at […]

March is Women’s History Month

To recognize and highlight the invaluable but often undersung contributions of women, we have created a reading list of resources to explore and examine women’s diverse stories. Choose from books, articles, films and more which amplify the stories that have shaped our history, and foster deeper conversations about gender equality, empowerment, and the ongoing journey […]

Open Education Week

March 3 kicks off Open Education Week. OE Week is an annual platform to show the world what’s happening in Open Education, encompassing resources that are free of barriers and can be fully shared. OE Week activities and events are free and open to all. Join throughout the week and meet the wonderful community behind […]