University of Maine at Fort Kent

09/30/2026

🇱🇻 Latvia came to UMFK!

UMFK Professor Scott Brickman recently took us on a journey to Latvia during a public lecture at the Acadian Archives. From colorful traditions and traditional dress to food, music, dance and language, Brickman gave attendees a glimpse into how Latvians celebrate the summer solstice in Riga and Liepaja.

Brickman's own ancestry has roots in Lativa and his lifelong work as a musician and composer threads its way back to the cultural connection to music throughout Latvian history.

With original photos, videos and a song or two, it was a fascinating look at Latvian culture! 🎶

09/29/2026

Thank you, Rene Cloukey for helping us share a little more about our new athletic director, Becky Carlson.

09/24/2026

09/24/2026

Last Friday, as part of the 2026 UMFK Homecoming Weekend, we unveiled the UMFK 150th Anniversary Legacy Wall. The wall depicts thirty milestones from our nearly 150-year story, now on permanent display at the Blake Library. Thank you to the family of Richard I. Morin for the lead gift that made it happen, and to everyone who turned out to celebrate and dedicate a milestone. This wall belongs to all of us.

Couldn't make it but still want to dedicate a milestone? Please visit us online or contact Michael Elliot in the UMFK Advancement Office.

09/22/2026

"Certainly athletics is a big anchor at this university for enrollment.�And I just see so much potential.”

09/17/2026

Join us for hotdogs, chicken, salads and more for our 2026 Homecoming Community BBQ on Friday, September 18 at 5:00pm. It's free and open to the public. Hope to see you there!

Please note: All UMFK events with free food and/or limited capacity are first-come, first-served!

09/16/2026

Join Us For Our 2026 Homecoming Celebrations!

SEPTEMBER 18-20
Weekend Highlights:
Friday September 18
3PM - Field Games
5PM - Community BBQ
7PM - Legacy Wall Reception
9PM - Dance at Lonesome Pine Trails

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 19
11AM - Parade
12:00 NOON - Bouncy Houses and Food Trucks
12:00 NOON - Valley Rivers Middle School Soccer Games
4PM - Men's Soccer Game
9PM - Bonfire

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 20
10:30AM - Homecoming Brunch & Awards Ceremony
12:00NOON - Women’s Volleyball Game
2:30PM - Men’s UMFK Alumni Soccer Game

AND MORE! 💥

Please view our up-to-date schedule here>>>>
https://www.umfk.edu/alumni/homecoming/schedule/

09/11/2026

Thank you to all who came out for UMFK’s 2nd annual 9/11 Memorial Hike. It provided a beautiful moment of reflection to remember all who were lost on September 11, 2001 and to honor the hardwork and dedication of our first responders.

09/11/2026

09/09/2026

Please join us on Friday, September 11, 2026 at Lonesome Pine Trails for the second annual UMFK 9/11 Memorial Hike to remember those lost on September 11, 2001. 2026 marks the 25th anniversary of that tragic day.

Registration and check-in begins at 8:15AM and the hike promptly begins at 8:46, marking the exact time the first plane struck the North Tower of the World Trade Center in 2001. There will be various branches of law enforcement, first responders, and service men and women present. Others are encouraged to participate as well.

The memorial hike is free and open to the public. Participants are advised to wear appropriate footwear for trail conditions. Restroom facilities will be available inside the Lonesome Pine Trails main lodge. If you are unable to hike, but want to be present to show your support, you may view the hike from the deck at the Lonesome Pine Trails Lodge.

Pre-register here: https://www.umfk.edu/9-11-memorial-hike/