Join us to hear the UMFK English Faculty "Encouraging Literacy" Event
2024-10-18 14:00 - 15:00 (America/New_York) | Blake Library, 23 University Dr, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK English Faculty willbe at the Blake Library to share highlights fromthe recent trip to Boston and Professor Cannon Becker’s lecture on “LiteracyThrough Poetry.”

“Readings by English faculty from recentlypublished work of their own and various other “spooky” selections, such asEdgar Allan Poe’s ‘The Raven,’ may be expected,” said Dr. Joseph Becker, “Faculty,staff, students, and members of the community are encouraged to join us.”
Attendees are also invited tobring and read selections of their own choosing.
Join us to hear about what we have been doing, and to have some “spooky ” fun. The event is free.
Faculty, staff, students, and community members are encouraged to attend.
For more information on this event, please contact Professor Cannon Becker at: geraldine.becker@maine.edu

UMFK Admissions Open House
2024-11-01 08:15 - 13:30 | University of Maine at Fort Kent, 23 University Dr, Fort Kent, ME, United States
Registration and a Student Fair will be held from 8:15 a.m. to 9a.m. at the Bengal’s Lair in Cyr Hall. A light breakfast and refreshments willbe served. This is a great opportunity to learn more about the student servicesthat UMFK has to offer. Representatives from various offices will be availableto answer questions on topics ranging from residential life, career planningand placement, to financial aid.
At 9 a.m. in Fox Auditorium, the morning session will begin with anopening welcome and remarks from UMFK’s Admissions staff, followed by a panelpresentation by current students who will talk about UMFK’s campuslife.
Prospective students will learn more about the academic programs heldat various classrooms on campus from 10 to 11 a.m. The talented faculty,who foster academic excellence in the learning environment, will show studentsand families how learning comes alive at UMFK. There also will be anopportunity for participants to ask questions that can assist them in theireducational goals.
Sodexo will serve lunch from 11:15 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the NowlandHall dining room. UMFK student Admissions Ambassadors will lead campus toursduring this time to see the campus and meet with staff.
At 1 p.m. in Fox Auditorium, there will be a question and answersession. Raffle prizes will be awarded.
People can register on-line at https://www.umfk.edu/admissions/open-house/

First-Gen Fierce: First-Generation Informational Table
2024-11-05 12:30 - 14:30 | Cyr Hall – Outside the Bengal’s Lair
On Tuesday, Nov. 5th: Join the extravaganza – Come see the First Generation Table to learn more about generational challenges. Enjoy First-Gen Fierce Bengal chocolate and see what resources are available.
For more information on the TRiO Program at UMFK or First-Gen Week events planned, please contact Susan Dubay, director of Student Support Services at susan.dubay@maine.edu or by calling 207-834-7869.

First-Gen Fierce: Testimonials from UMFK Alumni and Current First-Gen Students
2024-11-06 10:00 - 11:00 | Cyr Hall – Outside the Bengal’s Lair
On Wednesday, May 6th: Come by and hear from First-Gen UMFK Alumni and UMFK students about overcoming challenges in college.
For more information on the TRiO Program at UMFK or First Gen Week events planned, please contact Susan Dubay, director of Student Support Services at susan.dubay@maine.edu or by calling 207-834-7869.

First-Gen Fierce: UCU's Jen Deschaine to speak on Scams
2024-11-07 12:00 - 16:00 | Cyr Hall, Outside the Bengal’s Lair
University Credit Union’s Branch Manager on the UMPI campus, Jen Deschaine will be on campus to discuss how to spot and avoid scams.

For more information on the TRiO Program at UMFK or First Gen Week events planned, please contact Susan Dubay, director of Student Support Services at susan.dubay@maine.edu or by calling 207-834-7869.

First-Gen Fierce: Free Coffee, Doughnuts, and Photobooth
2024-11-08 10:00 - 12:30 | Bengal’s Lair
Friday, Nov. 8th: Come by and enjoy free coffee and doughnuts at the Bengal’s Lair. There will also be a photo booth set up.
For more information on the TRiO Program at UMFK or First Gen Week events planned, please contact Susan Dubay, director of Student Support Services at susan.dubay@maine.edu or by calling 207-834-7869.

UMFK to host Veterans Day Ceremony
2024-11-08 11:00 - 13:00 | Veterans Square / Nowland Hall Dining Room
The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its Veterans Day Ceremony on the University’s newly built Veterans Square Friday, November 8, 2024 at 11 a.m. The ceremony is open to the general public.

The event will include a welcome from Stacy Martin, UMFK Student Life Coordinator; UMFK President Deb Hedeen to recognize and honor Veterans; and the singing of the National Anthem by UMFK nursing student Rebekah Sanchez. American Legion Legionnaires Post 133 Fort Kent Commander Richard Dominikoski will call to order the color guard; then, a prayer will be read by UMFK Director of Facilities and Veteran Jason Guerrette.

Leroy McKenzie, 1st Vice Commander of the American Legion Department of Maine, will be the ceremony’s keynote speaker followed by the presenting of colors, a moment of silence, and Veteran George Dumond will play taps. The ceremony will end with closing remarks from Deb Hedeen.

Following the ceremony, Veterans will be invited to a free lunch to include one guest, for the cost of $5 at UMFK’s Nowland Hall dining room. All who attend the ceremony will receive a voucher for lunch at the dining room for a cost of $5 per person.

UMFK will honor all who served, and located in the dining room will be a table set to represent fallen soldiers, also known as a Missing Man Table or Fallen Comrade Table, is a memorial and ceremony that honors U.S. military members who are missing, imprisoned, or have fallen.

For more information on the event, please contact the University Relations Office at 207-834-7557.

Nationals Volleyball Watch Party - UMFK vs. Bay Path
2024-11-08 12:00 - 13:30 | Bengal’s Lair
Watch the Lady Bengals against the Lady Wildcats. Go Bengals!!!!

Snacks Provided.

UMFK BOV Business Breakfast
2024-11-15 07:30 - 09:00 | Nadeau Hall, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The University of Maine at Fort Kent Board of Visitors is encouraging the public to attend a Business Breakfast that will take place on Friday, November 15 at 7:30 a.m. in the Nadeau Hall conference room on the UMFK campus.

The topic of discussion for the breakfast will be “Untapped Resource – Hiring International Students.”

The presenters will include Marcus Jaynes, Immigration Attorney for the University of Maine System; Leslie Kelly, UMFK Student and Exchange Visitor Program Principal Designated School Official; Justin Dubois, former UMFK Board of Visitor President; and Taurian Coopsamy, a recent UMFK international student graduate.

UMFK has the highest percentage of international students per student body population than any other UMS campus. Based on how many alumni stay in the area, UMFK is also a major contributor in providing a solution to an aging and declining population in Northern Maine.

A major barrier to sponsorship of international students is navigating the process and the high cost to secure employment. What can we do as a community to help alleviate that burden?

Tickets for the breakfast are $15.00and can be purchased by credit card at: https://www.umfk.edu/business-breakfast/
Deadline for registration is Friday, November 1, 2024.
Please contact Lisa Roy at 207-834-7504 or email at roylisa@maine.edu for more information.

Thanksgiving " TURKEY TROT" - 2k & 5k Run or Walk
2024-11-23 09:00 - 11:00 | UMFK Sports Center, 2 School St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The UMFK Student-Athlete Advisory Committee invites individuals to participate in its first fundraising event, “Turkey Trot,” which is dedicated to combating food insecurity during the holiday season.
Registration starts at 9 am at the Sports Center. The 5K begins at 9:30 am followed by the 2K that will begin at 10 am. You may choose to run or walk.
The cost of the event is $20 per person and free for UMFK students.

For more information, please contact Anna McLaughlin at anna.mclaughlin@maine.edu

Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce 44th Annaul Craft Fair
2024-11-30 09:00 - 18:00 | UMFK Sports Center, 2 School St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce this year's event, featuring even more festive fun with some exciting updates! Enjoy one central location for all the holiday magic, extended hours for more time to explore and shop for unique, handmade treasures, and a diverse and high-quality selection of exhibitors. Hours: Saturday: 9am-5pm / Sunday: 9am-3pmEntrance Fee: $3 per person For more information, please email the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce at: fortkentchamber@gmail.com

Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce 44th Annaul Craft Fair
2024-12-01 09:00 - 15:00 | UMFK Sports Center, 2 School St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce is thrilled to announce this year’s event, featuring even more festive fun with some exciting updates! Enjoy one central location for all the holiday magic, extended hours for more time to explore and shop for unique, handmade treasures, and a diverse and high-quality selection of exhibitors. Hours: Saturday: 9am-5pm / Sunday: 9am-3pmEntrance Fee: $3 per person For more information, please email the Greater Fort Kent Area Chamber of Commerce at: fortkentchamber@gmail.com

Youth Mental Health First Aid Training for UMFK & the Community
2024-12-06 09:00 - 15:00 | Nadeau Hall conference room, Fort Kent, ME, United States
REGISTER TODAY! Students, staff, faculty and local community members are invited. Call Lily Barter, Coordinator of Youth Education, at 800-464-5767, ext. 2308 or email at: ymhfa@namimaine.org Topics to be covered: Risk factors and warning signs; Impact of mental health on youth; and Tips for having supportive conversations
Mental Health First Aid is a national best-practice, evidence-based certification course that is eight hours in length, consisting of two hours of self-paced learning and six hours of instructor-led material. Youth Mental Health First Aid leads to a three-year certification issue by the National Council for Mental Well Being.

Fort Kent Lions Club annual "Festival of Trees"
2024-12-13 15:00 - 2024-12-14 00:00, 2024-12-14 08:30 - 2024-12-15 00:00, 2024-12-15 08:30 - 15:00 | Riverside Park, 40 Dufour St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The Fort Kent Lions Club is celebrating the spirit of the season and bringing together beautifully decorated trees that have been donated by local establishments, organizations and community members at the Festival of Trees.
Saturday Hours: 8:30 am to 12 midnightSunday Hours: 8:30 am to 3:00 pm
Around 80 trees will be onsite. UMFK will have a tree. Go Bengals!!! A 26 Foot Tall Santa on site!! Tickets will continue to be .50 each, making this affordable to everyone. Remember. it only takes 1 ticket to win a tree. Check it out.. A family fun event.

The Mallet Brothers Band
2025-01-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Fox Auditorium, 2 University Dr, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The Mallett Brothers Band is an independent rock and roll Americanacountry band from Maine. Their busy tour schedule since forming in 2009 hashelped them to build a dedicated fan base across the U.S. and beyond whilestill calling the state of Maine their home. With a style that ranges fromalt-country to Americana, country, jam and roots rock, theirs is a musicalmelting pot that’s influenced equally by the singer/songwriter tradition as byharder rock, classic country and psychedelic sounds.
All students are free with a ticket. Community members and staff can purchase a ticket for $25 from Stacy Martin, Student Life Coordinator, at the Student Affairs office at stacy.martin@maine.edu or 207-834-7540. Visit band’s website: http://www.mallettbrothersband.com/

Wear Red Day at UMFK Group Photo
2025-02-07 10:00 - 10:30 | Bengal Lair
A photo will be taken of all who wear “red” on National Wear Red Day.

Art exhibit at the Blake Library by Gert Thibodeau
2025-03-03 - 2025-05-31
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UMFK BOV to host Business Breakfast Series on March 21st
2025-03-21 07:30 - 09:00 | Nadeau Hall, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The University of Maine atFort Kent Board of Visitors invites the public to attend its annual BusinessBreakfast Series that will take place on Friday, March 21st at 7:30 a.m. in theNadeau Hall conference room on the UMFK campus.
The presenters will include Deborah Hedeen, UMFK President and Provost; PamelaAshby, UMFK Chief Business Officer; and Heidi Carter, UMFK Executive Director ofMarketing and Brand Management.
The topic of discussion is “University Updates and Future Initiatives.”
The presenters will share keyhighlights from the past year, including advancements in academic programs,campus initiatives, and enrollment management.

Join us for an in-depthdiscussion on the future direction of our institution and how we are preparingfor the opportunities and challenges in supporting student success and meetingworkforce needs.
Tickets for the breakfast are $15 and can be purchased online at: https://www.umfk.edu/business-breakfast/

Deadline for registration isWednesday, March 12, 2025.
Please contact Lisa Roy at(207) 834-7504 or email at roylisa@maine.edufor more information.

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UMFK Sucrerie
2025-03-27 11:00 - 13:00 | Nowland Hall
The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its annual “Sucrerie” on Thursday, March 27, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nowland Hall.
The “maple sugar recreation” has drawn more than 200community members to campus in years past. The event features a traditional maple taffy pull on the snow, an Acadian meal, and live entertainment by The Acadian Singers.
The maple taffy pull and taste testing onsite and served over the snow for community members to enjoy are free to the public. Northwoods Nectar will be onsite. All ployes will be served by UMFK employees wearing Acadian attire.
A nominal fee of $15 per plate will be charged for the Acadian meal and entertainment. The committee has worked with Sodexo dining services to create the perfect menu for the event. . The public is encouraged to attend the “Sucrerie.”
UMFK Students meal plan will cover the cost. Student Senate will cover 50 non-meal plan students. First-come, first-served.
For more information, contact the University Relations office at 834-7557 or by e-mail at: susan.tardie@maine.edu

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Bengal Bound Day
2025-03-28 | Various locations on campus

UMFK to host scientific speaker Dr. Jim Coffman, Ph.D.
2025-04-02 13:00 - 14:00 | Fox Auditorium, 2 University Dr, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The University of Maine atFort Kent biology program will host its first Scientific Speakers Series presentationentitled “Modeling the developmental origins of health and disease” onWednesday, April 2, 2025, at 1 p.m. in Fox Auditorium located on the UMFKcampus. The speaker series is free and open to the public.

Dr. Jim Coffman, Ph.D., willshare research from his lab, exploring how chronic stress and exposure toenvironmental chemicals during early development can increase disease risklater in life. His team uses zebrafish as a model organism, as they share thesame anatomical and physiological stress response system as humans. As inhumans, early-life stress in zebrafish affects the development of the immuneand central nervous systems through the same genetic pathways. Dr. Coffman’sresearch aims to uncover how environmental stressors interact with these genesduring development, leading to long-term effects that can persist intoadulthood and even across generations.

Beginning with Dr. Coffman’spresentation, and throughout the series, organizers aim to connect students andthe community with researchers who can inspire and guide them in shaping theirfutures.

Dr. James Coffman is anAssociate Professor at Mount Desert Island Biological Laboratory and theDirector of the Maine IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (INBRE).He earned his Ph.D. in zoology from Duke University and a B.A. in biology fromCarleton College.

For more information, pleasecontact Samantha Beaulieu, at samantha.beautlieu@maine.edu or 207-834-7868.

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The Canada-U.S. Border Over Time event at the Acadian Archives
2025-04-29 16:00 - 18:00 | Acadian Archives, 23 University Dr, Fort Kent, ME, United States
Join the Acadian Archives for a special learning activity on the history of the Canada-U.S. border in northern Maine. Special artifacts will be on display. This event is free and open to the public. Stay tuned for more detail.
For more information: acadian@maine.edu or (207) 834-7535.

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Annual Scholars' Symposium
2025-04-30 08:00 - 15:30 | Fox Auditorium, Nowland Hall and Sports Center
Theme of the Scholars’ Symposium: Boundaries and Bridges: The U.S.-Canada Border Over Time 8 a.m: Check- In at the Bengals’ Lair 8:30 a.m.: Welcome from President Hedeen in Fox Auditorium 8:50 a.m.: Undergraduate Award Presentations – President Hedeen will present the awards in Fox Auditorium 9 a.m.: Keynote Speakers are Dr. Lisa Lavoie, Dr. Paul Buck, and Patrol Agent in Charge Jodi L. Williams and will speak in Fox Auditorium
10:15 a.m.: Lightning Talks by UMFK’s Faculty Members in Fox Auditorium: Dr. Leo Trudel; Dr. Shawn Graham; Dr. Kennedy “New” Rubert-Nason; Dr. Erin Soucy; and Dr. Kelly White 10:50 a.m.: Student Presentations in Fox Auditorium 12:00 Noon to 1:30 p.m. .: Lunch at Nowland Dining Hall 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.: Students’ Poster Session located at the Sports Center 3 p.m.: Symposium Award Announcements by Dr. Leo Trudel at the Sports Center
3:15 p.m.: Closing Remarks from President Hedeen at the Sport Center
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International Muskie Derby
2025-08-08 - 2025-08-10 | S.W. Collins Co. – Fort Kent, 35 W Main St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
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Out of the Darkness
2025-09-06 08:00 - 12:00 | Fort Kent Lion’s Club Pavilion
Walk in memory or support of those who have lost someone to suicide. Suicide can be prevented. Join the movement! Registration begins at 9:00 a.m and walk begins at 10:00 a.m. The walk route consists of the Fort Kent “mills,” a 2.8 mile loop through downtown Fort Kent. The walk will begin and end at the Lion’s Pavilion. Proceeds go to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) to raise awareness, provide education and support to survivors of suicide loss, etc. As always, we promote this as a tobacco free event. Contact Andrea Dumond at 834-1614 or andrea.dumond@nmmc.org with questions.
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Recovery Rocks Music Festival
2025-09-07 | Riverside Park, 40 Dufour St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
But what’s MORE exciting is that for our 2nd annual Recovery Rocks Event, we are doing FREE admissions for your family to enjoy the inflatables and listen to the music. Starts at 12 noon We will have basic snacks & treats for sale, raffles, prizes, and other family fun. Our food truck line-up will be announced at a later date. We will continue to update our line-up and will share official details, however, we are SO EXCITED to have The Real Young Swagg opening our event for us.
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Crazy Olympics "Field Games"
2025-09-19 15:30 - 17:00 | UMFK Sports Center, 2 School St, Fort Kent, ME, United States
The crazy Olympics “field games” will be held at the Sports Centers front lawn. Student Athletic Advisory Committee members will be setting up classic lawn games like corn hole, KanJam, Ladderball, 8-legged races, and potato sack races, etc. Additional stations will be set up to represent each of our athletic teams. UMFK students who participate in each station will get a ticket for raffles. Community and alumni who participate in each station will get a UMFK giveaway. The top three performers from all participants will get a signed piece of UMFK gear. This event is sponsored by Student Athletic Advisory Committee (SAAC). View all the UMFK Homecoming events at: https://www.umfk.edu/alumni/homecoming/ Tags: Public
