University of Maine at Fort Kent

UMFK to host scientific speaker Dr. Jim Coffman, Ph.D.
2025-04-02 13:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York) | 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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Intramural Pickleball
2025-03-31 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-03-24 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-03-17 20:00 - 21:30, 2025-03-10 20:00 - 21:30
At the Sports Center
Bring a partner or find one there
This activity is open to UMFK students. Faculty and staff are welcome to join, courts will go to student teams first.
Paw Points 300

Catch Some ZZZ's
2025-03-29 18:00 - 19:30 | Lodge Lobby
Make dream catchers andlearn about ways to helpyou sleep better with thestress of college with RA Madi in the Lodge Lobby!

Intramural Volleyball
2025-03-28 19:30 - 21:00, 2025-03-21 16:00 - 17:30, 2025-03-14 19:30 - 21:00
At the Sports Center
Bring a team of 6 or join a team when you arrive.
This activity is open to UMFK students. Faculty and staff are welcome to join student teams or form your own.
Paw Points 300

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

Sucrerie (Acadian Meal)
2025-03-27 11:00 - 13:00
The University of Maine at Fort Kent will host its annual “Sucrerie” on Thursday, March 27, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nowland Hall.
The event features a traditional maple taffy pull on the snow, an Acadian meal, and live entertainment by The Acadian Singers.
A nominal fee of $15 per plate will be charged for the Acadian meal and entertainment.
The maple taffy served over the snow, located outside of Nowland Hall, is free. Northwoods Nectar (Holly Hardwick and volunteers) will be onsite.
All ployes will be served by UMFK employees wearing Acadian attire. (Taylor Brown, Jill Caron, Emma Hevey, and Madeline Soucie)
For more information, contact the University Relations office at 834-7557 or by e-mail at: susan.tardie@maine.edu

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
2025-03-25

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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National Championship Basketball Watch Party
2025-03-11 14:30 - 15:30
Snacks and Raffles in the Lair while cheering on our Bengals!

ARTT you ready to meet your ARTT?
2025-03-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Outside the Lair
Please stop by the Lair from 11-1 today to meet Ryan McAtee, our Assistant Resident TRIO Tutor (ARTT for short!)

Game Night!
2025-03-09 19:00 - 20:00 | The Lodge
Game night hosted by RA Aiden in the Lodge! Stop by to play some card and board games!

Coffee, Tea and Cocoa!
2025-03-05 11:00 - 13:30 | Student Affairs Office
Stop by Student Affairs for some coffee, tea or cocoa with Chrissy and Sheyla!

Art exhibit at the Blake Library by Gert Thibodeau
2025-03-03 - 2025-05-31
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Inspirational Painting with RA Romeo
2025-02-27 11:00 - 13:00
Paint an inspirational message with RA Romeo in the Lair beginning at 11am
This event is for UMFK students
200 Paw Points

Women's Basketball Game
2025-02-22 12:00 - 14:00 | Calais, ME, USA

Men's Basketball Game
2025-02-19 20:00 - 22:00 | Boston, MA, USA

Women's Basketball Game
2025-02-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Boston, MA, USA

Men's Basketball Game
2025-02-15 19:30 - 21:30 | Castine, ME, USA

Women's Basketball Game
2025-02-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Castine, ME, USA

MisFish Eagle Lake Fishing Trip
2025-02-15 10:00 - 17:00
MisFish Fishing Trip to Eagle Lake
This event is for UMFK students, all experience levels welcome. Free Fishing Weekend in Maine, so you do not need to purchase a fishing license.
Cross Country Skiing, Snowshoeing may also be available.
500 Paw Points

Men's Basketball Game
2025-02-14 19:30 - 21:30 | Waterville, ME, USA

Women's Basketball Game
2025-02-14 17:30 - 19:30 | Waterville, ME, USA

SAB Valentine Event
2025-02-14 15:00 - 17:00
Join SAB for a Valentine Celebration in the Lair

MisFish Flower Sale
2025-02-14 12:00 - 17:00
purchase flowers for someone you care about – outside the lair
proceeds go to MisFish Club
