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UMA Rockland Center
January 11 • 2022

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Spring Semester Starts Next Week


We're excited here at UMA Rockland for the spring semester to start January 18th and hope all our students have a successful semester! Important Message: Any classes that can be taught remotely will be taught remotely the first two weeks of the semester! Please check your University email for complete message from Interim President Szakas. Reach out to your instructor if you have additional questions.
The last day to add/drop for regular session is January 31st (that's also the last day to register without payment). Is your financial aid in place, textbooks ordered, and University account activated?
If you still need assistance selecting your classes - or adjusting your schedule - please reach out to Chip or Eleni! You can also call the office (207-596-6906) to schedule an appointment with either of them. Chip is now offering remote advising on Sundays from 4-6pm! 
UMA Academic Calendar
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Now Accepting Nominations

Sunshine Lady Foundation Scholarship


We are now accepting Sunshine Lady  Foundation Local Leader nominations. Are you a UMA Rockland student who is taking a leadership role in our community? Do you know a UMA Rockland student who is? Please take a moment to complete the following survey to nominate yourself or a UMA Rockland student you know for a chance to receive a $1,000 Sunshine Lady Foundation Scholarship!
The deadline to submit a nomination is Monday, January 17th by midnight. In order to qualify for this scholarship, a GPA of 3.0 or higher is required.
Sunshine Lady Scholarship Nomination Form
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'Make the Grade' Program

Opportunity to Retake Course


In recognition of what may have been a challenging fall semester for many, UMA wants to give students another chance to be successful in Spring 2022 by offering the "Make the Grade" program. If you had a low or failing grade in the Fall 2021 semester at UMA, this program will allow you to retake the course at no cost during the Spring 2022 semester.  
For all the program details, to determine your eligibility, and to complete the application form, follow the button below.
Make the Grade
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Closed MLK Day


In honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, we will be closed Monday, January 17th.  The Center will reopen Tuesday, January 18th at 8am for the start of spring classes!
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'22 Sophomore Institute

Still Time to Set Up


The UMA Sophomore Institute: Beyond the Checksheet is an opportunity for students with 30+ credits to engage with other students, advisors, and faculty to create a personalized plan for getting the most out of their college experience in relation to their career and life goals. Learn more about the program below. Space is limited to 30 participants and registration is required.
Sophomore Institute

 Hours 

OFFICE & CENTER

January 12th - 14th
Wed-Fri 8a-4pm
Spring Semester Hours TBD

Contact us

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Upcoming

1/17 Closed-Martin Luther King Jr Day
1/18 Spring Semester Starts
1/31 Last Day of Add/Drop
For event details, visit our Center Calendar. 

Resources

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UMA Student Tech Hub

Quick access to info on Brightspace, Wifi, & Devices.
Tech Hub

Tech Support

Dori Leadbetter

Financial Aid Support

The MEOC has an online application for its services. Dori Leadbetter, advisor with the MEOC, is here at URock Thursdays 10a-2p (starting in February) if you'd like to schedule an in-person appointment. She is also available to meet with students via phone or Zoom.
Please reach out if you need help filing your FAFSA.
To schedule an appointment, call URock (207.596.6906) or Dori's cell (207.356.2096)
Online MEOC Application
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Knox County Mapping & Information Resources

Knox County EMA/GIS Program has created a resource page of useful information during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Partners

New Ventures Maine

New Ventures Maine

Free 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.

Maine Department of Labor

Maine 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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