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Being adventurous doesn’t always mean hiking the North Maine Woods (of course, you can do that here). It’s also about empowering yourself with the right knowledge and skills to achieve your goals. At UMFK, you’ll do just that with the help of career-focused academics, real-world learning, and a caring and welcoming community — and all at one of the nation’s most affordable universities.

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Once you arrive… you won’t want to leave.

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March 05, 2026

UMFK to Host Special Screening of Environmental Documentary ‘Women & The Wind’

UMFK will host a special showing of the documentary Women and The Wind on Friday, March 13, from 6 to 8 pm in Nadeau Hall.
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“Threads of the World” Cultural Showcase

March 6 @ 7:00 PM
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March 03, 2026

Madawaska Sixth Grader Wins Aroostook County Spelling Bee at UMFK

Harmony Hoyt, a sixth-grade student at Madawaska Middle/High School, took home the top prize at the Aroostook County Spelling Bee held February 12 at UMFK.
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Ping Pong RA Austin

March 11 @ 7:00 PM
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March 03, 2026

University of Maine at Fort Kent Launches Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management

UMFK has launched a Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management degree, designed to prepare students for careers protecting and sustaining wildlife and habitats.
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UMFK Annual Sucerie

March 26 @ 11:00 AM
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University of Maine at Fort Kent
University of Maine at Fort Kent1 day ago
ICYMI: Our newest Bachelor's Degree program, Wildlife Management, is now accepting applications! If you're interested in working as a conservationist, park ranger, or game warden, this program could be exactly what you're looking for!

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University of Maine at Fort Kent2 days ago
This World Wildlife Day, UMFK is thrilled to announce a brand new academic program, the Bachelor of Science in Wildlife Management! Aligned with The Wildlife Society’s professional certification standards, this new program will prepare students for careers in wildlife biology, conservation, research, habitat management, and more.

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University of Maine at Fort Kent3 days ago
Students had a blast playing dodgeball at the Sports Center this weekend - we had a great turnout!

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University of Maine at Fort Kent
University of Maine at Fort Kent5 days ago
Explore the North Maine Woods, learn confidence and leadership skills, meet new friends — all part of an average day at Bengal Summer Camp!

Learn more and register: umfk.edu/bengal-summer-camp
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