2019 College Preview by Bangor Daily News

COLLEGE PREVIEW • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • September 13, 2019

The University of Southern Maine:

COLLEGE PREVIEW • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • September 13, 2019

The University of Everyone. COURTESY OF UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN MAINE When you stroll across one of the University of Southern Maine’s (USM) three campuses in Portland, Gorham and Lewiston, there are two things you are sure to see: people just like you and people different from you. USM prides itself in its rich mix of students. We are a place where no matter your background, age or experience, you will fit in and feel welcome. And you’ll greatly benefit from learning in such a diverse community located in one of the most dynamic locations in the country. Welcome to the University of Everyone. - Photo courtesy of University of Southern Maine

USM IS THE UNIVERSITY OF HIGH ACHIEVERS. Top high school students are attracted to USM because of our outstanding faculty, our rich array of programs, our research facilities, our location, our low cost and generous merit scholarships. Many are also excited to join our Honors Program, where every student is guaranteed an overseas experience within their first two years.

USM IS UNIVERSITY OF THE TALENTED. USM attracts incredible talent to our athletic fields and performance stages. The home of over 500 student-athletes in over 22 NCAA Division III teams, USM has had AllAmericans and has won numerous titles in several sports—even a few national NCAA championships. Our music and theater programs, meanwhile, are considered among the very best in the state.

USM IS THE UNIVERSITY OF THE DETERMINED. Whether you were an “A” student in high school or wished you were, whether you are returning to college after many years or trying it for the first time: if you are determined and committed to working hard, you can thrive at USM. And USM will help you every step of the way with its team of advisors, tutoring services, and faculty committed to your success.

USM IS THE UNIVERSITY OF MULTI-TASKERS. USM is known for being a student body of people juggling many responsibilities. Many of our students attend classes while leading a campus group, holding down a job or raising a family—and sometimes all three. You won’t find harder working students anywhere.

USM IS THE UNIVERSITY OF NEW MAINERS. USM is the university of choice for those who have recently arrived to our state, and we continue to work very hard on making sure all our students feel welcome and safe.

USM IS THE UNIVERSITY OF THOSE WHO HAVE SERVED OUR NATION. USM has more veterans on our campuses than any other university in Maine. We offer a designated space for those who have served, and special support and services to ensure our veterans successfully transition from military to university life and that they enjoy continued success on their way to a degree.

USM IS THE UNIVERSITY OF STUDENTS WANTING REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCE. Because USM is located in the economic, health care and cultural heart of northern New England, our students gain unparalleled hands-on and practical experience in their chosen field of study and make invaluable contacts that help launch their careers after graduation. Whether it’s working with major corporations, small businesses, law firms and banks near our Portland campus, doing clinicals and research in Maine’s only teaching hospital, conducting hands-on field work with social service agencies, teaching in schools with diverse populations, or working with government officials on public policy initiatives, USM offers a wide range of opportunities that are difficult to match. Plus, you’ll be living in or near one of the most exciting and livable small cities in America, with its abundance of dining, music, theater and recreational opportunities. AND USM IS THE UNIVERSITY OF THOSE WHO SUCCEED. With our outstanding faculty, exceptional programs, student support, public university tuition rate, financial aid, and strong community connections in our special location, USM students are poised to succeed. And just as you won’t go to any business or organization in the region without bumping into USM graduates in leadership positions, you also won’t find a better educational value and path to your future. That is the University of Everyone.

COLLEGE PREVIEW • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • September 13, 2019

Strategies parents can use to motivate students Students may need some time to adjust at the beginning of a new school year. Summer vacations typically lack the structure of the school year, and it might be unfair to expect kids to seamlessly slip back into their more regimented lives as students. While some early school year sluggishness might be normal, that should wear off pretty quickly. If not, and students appear to be struggling to get motivated for their schoolwork, parents can try various strategies that should help reignite youngsters’ passions for learning.

Make your home more school-friendly: Summer is a relaxing time of year when parents have a tendency to relax rules around the house. But come the school year, parents must make sure their homes are as conducive to studying as possible. Resist the urge to turn the television on each night so students are not distracted from their studies. Keep the home quiet so students are motivated to focus on their studies.

Encourage participation in extracurricular activities: Various studies have examined the relationship between extracurricular activities and academic performance. A 2002 study published in the journal Sociology of Education found that participation in extracurricular activities is associated with improved grade point average, increased college attendance and reduced absenteeism. The link between participation in extracurricular activities and improved academic performance is still in need of study, but such participation may help children acclimate to the structure ofthe school year more quickly than they might if they do not participate in such activities

Encourage curious youngsters: Kids are curious, and fostering that curiosity can be a great way for parents to get their kids excited about learning. Whether it’s during the school year and part of their curriculum or on summer break, encourage kids to engage in subjects that interest them. As kids learn more about the topics and subjects that interest them, they may develop a passion for learning that they can then take with them to the classroom. Express an interest in the subjects children are studying: Another way to motivate students at the dawn of a new school year is to express an interest in the subjects they’re studying. Ask questions about their studies and encourage them to share their thoughts and opinions. Engaging students about the subjects they’re studying can motivate them to explore those subjects more deeply than they otherwise might. Motivating kids to be excited about their schoolwork at the dawn of a new school year can sometimes be difficult. But parents can employ various strategies that can help their children readjust to life in the classroom and motivate them to perform to the best of their abilities.

COLLEGE PREVIEW • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • September 13, 2019

Open new pathways for life at EMCC

Amanda Austin, EMCC computer science student and 2019 George J. Mitchell Peace Scholar. - Photo courtesy of EMCC

COURTESY OF EASTERN MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE Harbor. After jumping into her education with both feet, she quickly realized she At Eastern Maine Community College (EMCC), our students come first. We know had made the right choice. that you have an abundance of choices, but at EMCC you can be confident that your “There are students from 17 years old all the way up into their 40s and beyond,” she needs will be met and even exceeded—at only $94 per credit hour! said, “and for everyone I’ve been in classes with and made it this far with, there is a Not only does EMCC have the most affordable tuition in New England, we are sense of accomplishment and community. I know someone who also situated in the heart of Bangor. Our student life staff “EMCC is a really safe space. It is was homeless, came to EMCC, worked hard, and they are now supports two residence halls on campus that house over 200 a great community that helps you at UMaine getting straight A’s going on to become an engineer. students who have easy access to our dining hall, gymnasium, EMCC opens up pathways you just didn’t think about.” and the community connector which brings you right into get where you need to be and As a George J. Mitchell Peace Scholar, Amanda will be downtown. EMCC is a perfect place to start—just ask one of achieve everything you want.” spending a semester abroad in Cork, Ireland. our students: - Amanda Austin “I was so nervous about coming back to school and being “EMCC is a really safe space,” said Amanda Austin, the oldest one in my classes or sounding stupid, and I realized after being here that EMCC’s 2019 Mitchell Peace Scholar. “It is a great community that helps you get I built that up so much in my head,” she said. “For anyone that is considering going where you need to be and achieve everything you want. I started in nursing and back to school who thinks that same way, just push those thoughts aside. If I hadn’t, ended up in computer technology. The staff was totally supportive of that change I wouldn’t be here, I wouldn’t be going to live in Ireland. I have the chance now to and helped me succeed” have these international connections, put the feather in my cap as being a Mitchell Amanda returned to school as an adult after working in the restaurant industry Scholar. Both are going to open so many doors for me.” for most of her life, managing one of the oldest and largest restaurants in Bar

Visit emcc.edu or call 207-974-4860 to learn more about how EMCC can work for you.

COLLEGE PREVIEW • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • September 13, 2019

College majors that can lead to higher earnings Choosing a college major is an important decision that many students delay making until their sophomore or even junior years. Only after taking a few courses and uncovering one’s interests do some college students figure out what they want to do with their lives. Each student is different, and while some may pursue a degree based on a particular passion, others may choose majors that can lead to high-paying jobs. While men often lean toward majors like engineering and computer science that have traditionally been linked to high earnings, women have historically gravitated to lower-paying specialties like education and social sciences. But in recent years a shift has occurred, and more women have begun to choose majors associated with higher post-graduate salaries. Reports from the career guidance site Glassdoor analyzed how much male and female professionals with the same college degree earned and identified many instances in which women went on to earn more than men in the first five years of their career. They’ve identified several majors where female college graduates can earn as much or more than their male counterparts and find successful careers.

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Architecture Pharmaceutical sciences Information sciences Chemical engineering Computer science Electrical engineering

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Mechanical engineering Computer engineering Business economics Civil engineering Sports management

Despite these findings, the college resource CollegeFactual and the U.S. Department of Education says that women remain likely to pursue education, design and applied arts, health services, and social work as career options. Female students unsure of which major they want to pursue can take career assessments to help narrow down their options. Working with mentors or engaging in internships also can present a first-hand idea of high-paying career paths.

COLLEGE PREVIEW • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • September 13, 2019

University of Maine at Augusta brings the classroom to you COURTESY OF UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT AUGUSTA How can you take college courses or earn a degree while juggling work and class schedules, family responsibilities, transportation, and your personal life? With its affordable education, statewide access, and strong student support, the University of Maine at Augusta (UMA) will make it work for more than 5,500 students this year. UMA has been a leader in providing access to undergraduate education for Mainers since 1965. With campuses in Augusta and Bangor, nine UMA Centers from Saco to Houlton, more than 30 additional sites you can take courses, and many programs available completely online, UMA is uniquely equipped to help you earn a degree—regardless of your age or location. In addition to numerous locations throughout Maine, UMA also offers hundreds of online courses. Fourteen of its bachelor’s degrees can be completed entirely online. Shania Melvin, a Mental Health & Human Services student, finds that her classroom location is very flexible. “I can participate in my classes in a school setting, at home, or at the beach if I desire,” she said. “Anywhere I UMA student Shania Melvin enjoys the flexibility am, I can be in a UMA classroom.” According to Justin Hafford, the university’s director of of online courses. - Photo Courtesy of UMA

Advanced Media & Instructional Technologies, UMA actively uses technician-assisted web conferencing which enables real-time collaboration between professors and students at various locations on web-enabled devices (e.g., PCs, laptops, tablets) through the use of audio, video, and content sharing (e.g., Zoom). Last year, UMA delivered 47,119 credit hours (representing 73% of its total credit hours) via distance learning, more than any other University of Maine System campus. Michaela Hutchinson, an Information & Library Science student, enjoys the flexibility of her online courses and the access to the Bangor campus for support. “I do most of my school work in the Bangor campus library, my living room, or in cafés,” she said. “Less than half of my credits have been live classes. My program is entirely online, so my college experience has been quite ‘non-traditional.’” UMA Provost Joseph Szakas is a strong advocate for online education: “Distance education allows students to find balance with competing demands on time, while being able to achieve their educational goals. It was true in 1989 when UMA created the first statewide comprehensive distance-learning network in the United States with its interactive television (ITV) system, and it is still true today: we bring our classrooms to the students where they are.”

Learn more at uma.edu/classroom

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Follow your passion for boats to The Landing School COURTESY OF RICHARD DOWNS-HONEY, PRESIDENT, THE LANDING SCHOOL

Diploma & Degree Programs, plus Short Courses Wooden Boat Building, Composite Boat Building, Yacht Design and Marine Sysytems Rolling Admissions - Apply Now

Picking a school after high school is a challenge. It’s a balance of expectations, excitement, opportunity and dreams. It’s the next big step in a learning experience that’s already well underway. Post-secondary school is indeed a milestone on the learning path of life and for most young people there is a lot of growing up that happens at the same time. In school there is the learning about stuff like history or engineering or chemistry or politics that might be useful to you in the future. Some of the learning is about getting a job or pursuing your interests. You also learn a lot about life and life skills essential for continuing your path after college. School should also be about gaining knowledge and skills. The Landing School delivers both of these.

Some Basic Info The Landing School is an accredited private non-profit college in Arundel, Maine. We prepare students to enter the marine industry by offering one-year programs in wooden boat building, composite boat building, marine systems and yacht design. Students often choose to complete a second program and then earn an associate’s degree in Marine Industry Technology.

What You Get at The Landing School

Email brian@landingschool.edu or text 207 467 5012 or call The Landing School at 207 985 7976 to start talking about your future with boats today

286 River Road Arundel, Maine www.landingschool.edu

The first thing you get is knowledge that is truly valuable to you after you leave school. We are 100 percent focused on the marine industry, from how boats are designed and built to how to maintain them. It’s all about boats in the school, but that can translate into any number of paths after graduation day. The knowledge can be put to work immediately. Students are prepared for jobs, and the marine industry is now urgently looking for qualified people in a number of different capacities. Landing School graduates have the skills to enter the workforce quickly. They have a chance to prove themselves and demonstrate the value to an employer. It might be at the local boat yard, a production boat builder or a design firm. Many go on for more education if they choose. Many have achieved very senior roles at notable firms including some of the biggest names in boat building located here in Maine. The second thing you get is that The Landing School contributes to the life-learning one needs to transition from high school to the real world. We don’t have a dorm where you’ll be with a thousand similar people to you. We help our students manage to find a place to live. They get up in the morning and make their own breakfast (unless they happen to score one of the winter rental B&B rooms) and they have to learn to work on the shop floor and in the classroom with a very diverse bunch of people. We have classes made up of students of different ages, different backgrounds and most likely going in different directions. That’s what life is like. So if you come to The Landing School, in a very short time and at a fraction of the cost of a typical four-year college, you can learn about life and boats and gain skills and a qualification that enables employment. You’ll do something you are passionate about— working with boats. That’s the last line, and it should also be the first one—come to The Landing School if you are passionate about boats.

Your future starts at CMCC

New degree options, athletics, & more CENTRAL MAINE COMMUNITY COLLEGE The new esports arena at CMCC. - Photo Courtesy of CMCC

Have you heard about all the exciting new developments at Central Maine Community College (CMCC) in Auburn? First, the college is starting four new degree options this fall: plumbing and heating, H VAC/R, faci lities management, and esports management. Second, the campus now boasts a new athletic complex for baseball, softball, and soccer, complete with lights and a synthetic surface. Third, CMCC just opened a 1,600-square-foot high-tech esports arena for its new esports competitive team. All of this makes the vibrant CMCC campus—located on the shores of Lake Auburn— an even more attractive option for students looking for a full college experience with one of the lowest costs in New England. The faculty and staff at CMCC are committed to preparing students for “high need, high pay” fields or transfer to four-year colleges. We offer more than 45 associate’s degree, certificate, and advanced certificate programs leading to technical, business, government, and health careers. With hands-on programs utilizing cutting-edge technology, strong academic resources, online options, tutoring, and a Learning and Advising Center, CMCC provides the resources needed for students to succeed. Interested in sports? The CMCC Mustangs participate nationally in the United States Collegiate Athletic Association (USCAA) and locally in the Yankee Small College Conference. The college offers basketball, soccer, and cross-country for men and women; baseball and ice hockey for men; and softball and volleyball for women. The incredible women’s basketball team has won the 2017 and 2019 USCAA Women’s Division II national championships! While the hockey team plays just down the road at the Norway Savings Bank Arena, Maine’s only dual-surface ice facility, the baseball, softball, and soccer teams now compete on a state-of-the-art athletic field right here on campus. Want to live on campus? The college offers three living options for full-time students: Rancourt Hall, a four-floor residence hall overlooking Lake Auburn; Fortin Hall, which includes a large game room and lounge; and a two-building apartment complex. At CMCC, you’ll receive a quality education at affordable prices, one that prepares you for interesting and rewarding work right here in Maine.

WANT TO LEARN MORE? Visit our website at cmcc.edu or contact us anytime at 207-755-5273 or enroll@cmcc.edu. JOIN US FOR OUR FALL OPEN HOUSE Saturday, October 19, from 9:00 am to noon. Come to CMCC—your future starts here!

COLLEGE PREVIEW • Bangor Daily News Special Advertising Section • September 13, 2019