University of Maine at Machias

09/04/2026

Tee time is almost here! ⛳️ Join us for the University of Maine at Machias Golf Classic on October 4th. Whether you're a scratch golfer or have never picked up a club, come out for a day of competition and community.

🏆 Prizes for top teams
🍔 Lunch and refreshments provided
🤝 Networking with alumni and faculty

Secure your team of three before we sell out! 🏌️‍♂️✨

09/04/2026

Get ready to get messy! 🌈 The University of Maine at Machias Color Run has officially been rescheduled! Whether you’re chasing a personal best or just here for the photos, we’ve got a spot for you.

Choose your challenge:
🏃‍♂️ 5K Run: For the competitive spirits.
🎉 Fun Run: For the vibes and the colors.

📍 University of Maine at Machias on the Mall
🗓️ October 3, 2026
⏰ Registration opens at 2pm

Grab your white tees and your best friends. 💥

08/28/2026

🎉 Get ready to rep the University of Maine at Machias 🐾 💙

We are so excited to announce our Merch Pop-Up Shop! We’ve got a variety of new apparel available for students, faculty, and alumni.

Come hang out, check out the new designs, and grab some gear to show your spirit.

Where: Reynolds Center

We can't wait to see everyone there! 🎓✨ 💙

07/27/2026

📣 Attention UMM alumni 📣

Only FIVE days until the annual Mac Sennett lobster feed and alumni reunion!

Register here 👉 https://forms.gle/71bYh3VhKexxXLWR7
(When signing up, please choose to be invoiced in advance, or you may pay by cash or check at the event.)

For more information, please reach out to alumni president Kyle Pepperman: [email protected]

We hope you can join us for an afternoon of fun, friendship, and lobstah!

🦞 Save the Date! 🦞

Join us for the annual Mac Sennett Lobster Feed & Reunion at the University of Maine at Machias!

📅 Friday, August 1
⏰ 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
📍 University of Maine at Machias

Reconnect with fellow alumni, friends, and members of the UMaine Machias community while enjoying a traditional Downeast lobster feed. There is also a steak option.This annual gathering is a wonderful opportunity to catch up, share memories, and celebrate!

Registration is required. When signing up, please choose to be invoiced in advance or you may pay by cash or check at the event.

Register here: https://forms.gle/71bYh3VhKexxXLWR7

For more information, please reach out to [email protected]

We look forward to welcoming you back to campus for an afternoon of great food, friendship, and tradition!

07/14/2026

📣 Wonderful News! Family Futures Downeast Has Extended Their Application Deadline! 📣

⏰ New Application Deadline: Friday, July 31, 2026

If you're a parent looking to further your education while receiving support for your entire family, FFD may be the opportunity you've been waiting for.

FFD provides:
🎓 Support while attending college
💻 A loaned laptop for your education
👨‍👩‍👧 Family coaching and personalized support
🤝 Connections to community resources
📚 A supportive cohort of parents working toward similar goals

If you live in Washington County or Eastern Hancock County, have at least one child under 18, and are interested in attending Washington County Community College or the University of Maine at Machias, we encourage you to apply!

Don't miss this opportunity to invest in your future and your family's future.

📅 Applications are now due by July 31, 2026.

📞 Questions? Contact us at 207-812-2005.

06/16/2026

The spring 2026 Dean's List is here! 🐻🎉

The University of Maine and University of Maine at Machias recognized 3,081 students for achieving Dean’s List honors in the spring 2026 semester. These dedicated Black Bears earned a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher. Congrats!

See the full list here: umaine.edu/news/2026/06/spring-2026-deans-list-honors-academic-excellence-at-umaine-and-umaine-machias

06/05/2026

Planning a college visit this summer?

Come experience the University of Maine at Machias! Explore campus, meet our community, and discover all that the Bold Coast has to offer. 🌊🌲

📅 Tours available Monday–Friday at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m.

https://machias.edu/admissions/visit-us

05/19/2026

Ready to make a splash this summer? 🌊☀️

Join our Summer Lifeguard Training at the University of Maine at Machias from May 29 – June 1! This is a great opportunity for summer employment.

For details and registration information, contact Lindsay McMahon at [email protected].

05/13/2026

05/09/2026

The Class of 2026 is ready to make an impact in Maine and beyond.

Congratulations to the graduates at University of Maine and the University of Maine at Machias! 🎓💙