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Military-Affiliated Student Hub at the University of Southern Maine

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We support veterans, service members, and dependents attending the University of Southern Maine.

10/29/2026

The Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services is excited to announce that we'll be giving away a Pursuit® 18-Gun E-Lock Safe at our upcoming Veterans and Community Connections Expo!

Sunday, November 1, 2026
10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Cabela's – 100 Cabela's Blvd., Scarborough, ME

Join us for a day dedicated to connecting Maine's veterans, service members, and their families with valuable resources, benefits, and community organizations.

Meet representatives from federal, state, and community organizations offering assistance with VA benefits, healthcare, wellness, employment, and more!

Don't miss your opportunity to enter for a chance to win a Pursuit® 18-Gun E-Lock Safe!

10/29/2026

Happy to share a community event from a former student veteran! Join Joe Lewis ‘19 and the gang at Smitty's Entertainment for a FREE axe-throwing competition on November 10 🪓😁

10/21/2026

Unexpected financial hardships can create significant challenges for veterans and their families. The Maine Bureau of Veterans' Services (MBVS), in partnership with Easterseals Maine - Veterans Forward, offers the Veterans' Emergency Financial Assistance Program (VEFAP) to help eligible Maine veterans facing urgent financial needs.

VEFAP provides financial assistance to help veterans overcome unexpected hardships and maintain financial stability. Assistance may be available for essential expenses, including:

Housing: Rent or mortgage payments to help prevent housing instability.

Utilities: Assistance with essential household utility expenses.

Vehicle Repairs: Emergency repairs needed to maintain reliable transportation.

Other Emergency Needs: Unexpected expenses that threaten a veteran's financial stability or ability to meet basic needs.

The program is designed to provide short-term financial relief during difficult circumstances, helping veterans maintain their independence, housing, and overall well-being.

To qualify, applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements, including Maine residency and qualifying military service. Assistance is subject to program guidelines and available funding.

How to Apply: https://fedcapmaine.org/veterans/financial-assistance-form/

10/16/2026

DID YOU OR SOMEONE YOU KNOW TRAIN AT GAGETOWN?

The Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services is encouraging veterans, service members, and eligible next of kin to register with Maine's newly established Gagetown Training Registry.

The voluntary registry is designed to collect information from individuals who trained at Canadian Forces Base Gagetown in New Brunswick, Canada, and who may have been exposed to harmful chemicals during their military service.

Why register?
Your participation will help us better understand who may have been affected, strengthen outreach and education efforts, and support research into the potential health effects of chemical exposure.

Who is eligible?
Veterans and service members who trained at Base Gagetown and currently reside in Maine or were Maine residents at the time of their training. Next of kin may also register on behalf of deceased veterans or service members.

📋 Register today: https://www.maine.gov/veterans/gagetown

Need assistance?
Call us at 207-287-7020 or visit a Maine Bureau of Veterans’ Services office near you: https://www.maine.gov/veterans/veterans-services-offices/locations

Help us spread the word!
Share this post with fellow veterans, service members, and military families who may have a connection to Gagetown.

10/15/2026

Stop ghosting the benefits you earned!
Visit choose.va.gov

10/08/2026

We hope to see you next Thursday, October 15 at our M.A.S.H. space on the Gorham campus, 140 School St! Stop by between 11:30-1:00 for pizza and light refreshments! Check out our lounge while you're there - perfect for a cozy study sesh!

10/08/2026

Coffee’s on! Come on over ☕️

10/08/2026

Hard tellin’ not knowin’, but these folks sure did know their state trivia! A fun night with Mainahs and flatlandahs alike ☺️🌲

10/06/2026

How many winter layers do you REALLY need? Does anyone actually say "ayuh"? Come try some Maine treats and learn more about the state we call home! Tips for surviving your first Maine winter included ☺️⛄

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49 Exeter Street
Portland, ME
04103

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday	8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday	8am - 4:30pm
Thursday	8am - 4:30pm
Friday	8am - 4:30pm

Website

http://usm.maine.edu/military-affiliated-student-hub

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