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It's Time to Think SpringRegister for Classes Today Semester Begins January 25
It may seem that the start of the spring semester is a ways off, but we are strongly encouraging students to sign up for their classes now. Secure your seat in the classes you want! If you need assistance picking your classes, our advisors can meet with you via phone, Zoom, or in person. Call us (596-6906) or book your appointment directly online with Chip or Deb.
Register Early to Win a FREE Course! Three certificates for a free UMA 3-credit course will be randomly drawn on the following dates: Nov 20 • Dec 20 • Jan 15. The earlier you register for spring classes, the more chances you'll have to win!
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Thanksgiving Break
UMA's Thanksgiving Break is Wednesday, November 25 - Friday, November 27. No classes will be held and UMA Rockland will be closed. We hope everyone enjoys this much-needed break!
Attention Students! Please note that all instruction moves to a remote format after Thanksgiving break and our Center hours will be reduced. If you have any questions, please refer to your class syllabus or be in contact with your instructor.
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URock Online Movie Night!Wednesday, Dec 2nd (7pm)
Grab some popcorn and your computer and join us for a watch party of this class Thanksgiving movie over KAST! During the movie 'intermission' we'll play trivia and attendees will have the chance to win some URock swag. Email Renee if you'd like to join us and we'll send the link to you prior to movie night!
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File Your FAFSA2021/2022 Application Available
Don't put off filing your 21/22 FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid). The sooner you file, the more grants, loans, and scholarships you could be offered. If you are interested in receiving a work-study award, be sure to indicate that on your FAFSA.
If you need assistance filing your FAFSA, Patrick Blanchette of the Maine Educational Opportunity Center is available to help. He can meet with you via phone or Zoom. To schedule an appointment with Patrick, call 207-356-9493 or email him.
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Sign Up for Winter SessionUMA Offers 3-Week Courses
Looking to take an extra course between semesters? UMA offers winter session courses that begin January 4 and end January 22. Let us know if we can help you get registered for a class!
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Qualify for FREE High-Speed Internet?Don't Wait - Apply Today
Federal funding is now available to extend high-speed fiber optic internet to eligible student households in Hope, Appleton & Lincolnville!
• FREE 6 months of 100 MEG internet
• FREE installation
• FREE router
• Phone service included
This offer expires December 30, 2020 so apply today. Applications will be processed on a first come, first serve basis.
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You Could Win!This week's Student Association-sponsored raffle is for a Thanksgiving basket filled with goodies! Each week there is a different prize and students enter weekly via this newsletter. Open to all currently-enrolled UMA Rockland students; the deadline to enter this week's raffle is Friday, November 20.
Congratulations to Brenda Thomas who won last week's $30 gift card to The Grasshopper Shop!
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| OFFICE & CENTER
11/23 - 11/27 Mon-Tues 8:30am-5:30pm Wed-Fri CLOSED
11/30 - 12/18 Mon-Thur 8:30am-5pm Fri Office Staff Remote
Closed Weekends & Holidays
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11/18 SA Meeting (12-1p)
11/25-11/27 Thanksgiving Break (No Classes/URock Closed)
12/02 Online Movie Night
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| Tech Support
Mon-Thur 7:30am-10pm Fri 7:30am-8pm Sat & Sun 10am-8pm
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UMA Student Tech HubQuick access to info on Brightspace, Wifi (home internet access) & Devices (computers, software & equipment).
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Financial Aid SupportThe MEOC has an online application for its services. Patrick Blanchette, advisor with the MEOC, is available to meet with students via phone or Zoom.
Please reach out if you need help filing your FAFSA.
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Knox County Mapping & Information ResourcesKnox County EMA/GIS Program has created a resource page of useful information during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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New Ventures MaineFree assistance with Career and Education Planning, Personal Money Management, and support through life challenges and navigating change is available from New Ventures Maine.
Appointments by phone or by Zoom are available. FMI, contact Melinda Wildes.
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Maine Department of LaborMaine Career Center provides a variety of employment and training services at no charge for Maine workers and businesses
All services are available online.
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The University of Maine at Augusta is an EEO/AA employer and does not discriminate on the grounds of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, transgender status, gender expression, national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information or veteran’s status in employment, education, and all other programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies: Amie Parker, Director of Human Resources, UMA/UMF, 46 University Dr, Augusta, ME 04330, 207.592.3618, amie.parker@maine.edu.
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