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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 06, 2026

UMFK to Host Annual ‘Sucrerie’ on March 26

UMFK will celebrate the region’s deep-rooted cultural traditions by hosting its annual “Sucrerie” on Thursday, March 26, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Nowland Hall.
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Ping Pong RA Austin

March 12 @ 7:00 PM
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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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Special Screening of Environmental Documentary ‘Women & The Wind’

March 13 @ 5:00 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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Bud Worm in Aroostook

March 24 @ 6:00 PM
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‼️WEATHER UPDATE‼️

UMFK will close at noon today, March 11, due to expected inclement weather. We will also have a delayed opening tomorrow, Thursday, March 12.

Please use caution and stay safe! For updates, visit umfk.edu.
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‼️WEATHER ALERT ‼️

UMFK will close at noon today, March 11, due to expected inclement weather. Please use caution and stay safe! For updates, visit umfk.edu.

UPDATE: UMFK will also have a delayed opening tomorrow, Thursday, March 12.
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‼️FUTURE BENGALS ‼️

Confirm your attendance by this Sunday, March 15, to take advantage of the $2000 Early Commitment Scholarship!

Visit umfk.edu/admissions/accepted to let us know your plans!
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Today is International Women's Day, dedicated to combatting discrimination and stereotypes, and honoring those who have been instrumental in working towards gender equity.
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