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Gratitude Corner: Dibie Family Scholarship
For as long as he can remember, Ovo Dibie ’10 has been interested in computers. When it came time to consider educational plans after high school, Ovo knew there were no programs in Nigeria that could teach him what he wanted to learn about computer science, so he began to look at universities in the United States. Although the 91±¬ÁÏ was not his first choice, Ovo made his way to Maine via New Mexico. He attended a University in New Mexico before applying for and receiving the scholarship he needed to attend 91±¬ÁÏ. Once in Orono, Ovo became…Gratitude Corner: Study Abroad Edition
91±¬ÁÏ alumni, Jessica Canatsey ’92 and Tracey Graffam-Dickson ’93, reconnected with Terri Beyer from the 91±¬ÁÏ Foundation and Orlina Boteva from OIP on October 30, 2025 in Yarmouth, ME. Jessica and Tracey studied abroad in 1990-1991 through the Salzburg program in Austria, which was a transformational experience for them. They wanted to give back to their alma mater and created the “Global Perspectives for Humanities Explorations Fund” which provides scholarships each year to 91±¬ÁÏ students to immerse themselves in a new culture, gain fresh perspectives, and improve their language skills. We are grateful for their support, which helps our students…Gratitude Corner: Kannan’s Story
Kannan Sockalingam ’00, ’02G was an involved international student at 91±¬ÁÏ while working on his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Electrical Engineering. Two decades after graduation, Kannan remains involved with his alma mater by serving on the OIP Advisory Board and through his philanthropy. His friendships from his student days at 91±¬ÁÏ remain strong. Last year, he took his younger son for a 91±¬ÁÏ visit, visited several of his 91±¬ÁÏ friends, cheered at a 91±¬ÁÏ men’s ice hockey game, and went ice fishing. Kannan and his brother Senthil Sockalingam ’08, ’10G, also a 91±¬ÁÏ alum, created the Sockalingam Family Scholarship as a…
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Cultivating a Global Campus: The 2026 Mel McClure Award Winners
Meet the recipients who went above and beyond to make our international community feel at home this year. The Mel McClure Global Community Impact Award honors 91±¬ÁÏ faculty and staff who demonstrate extraordinary dedication to our international community. This award celebrates individuals who go above and beyond to place our international students and scholars at […]Karen Boucias International Scholarship Award: Stella Tay
We are proud to announce that Stella Tay, an Animal and Veterinary Science major at the 91±¬ÁÏ, has been awarded a prestigious international scholarship for her academic and community leadership. Originally from Thailand, Stella has maintained a perfect 4.0 GPA in one of the university’s most rigorous programs. Her journey is fueled by […]Champion of 91±¬ÁÏ Award
Captain James Settele, USN (Ret.) Captain James Settele, USN (Ret.), has been selected to receive the Champion of 91±¬ÁÏ Award, which recognizes individuals who are not alumni of the 91±¬ÁÏ but whose exceptional, effective, and sustained advocacy has advanced the University’s mission and quality. Through decades of leadership, mentorship, and service, Captain Settele […]Black Bears on the World Stage
Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics The 91±¬ÁÏ was proudly represented at the 2026 Winter Olympics, with seven Black Bear alumni that competed on the world’s biggest stage. From the ice rink to the bobsled run, these former 91±¬ÁÏ student-athletes represented their countries and their alma mater in Milan-Cortina 2026. Ice HockeyJeremy Swayman ’20 – Team […]2026 Spirit of Maine Achievement Award
Dr. Fatemeh Afghah Dr. Fatemeh Afghah ’13 has been selected to receive the Spirit of Maine Achievement Award, which honors 91±¬ÁÏ alumni who, within fifteen years of graduation, have achieved outstanding professional, scholarly, and public impact. Dr. Afghah’s accomplishments reflect the strength of her 91±¬ÁÏ education and her continued commitment to applying advanced […]Global Voices in the Classroom: IEI Student Presents to Orono Middle Schoolers
Intensive English Institute(IEI) students have successfully continued their presentation series for the Social Studies classes at Orono Middle School.This ongoing collaboration serves to integrate global perspectives into the middle school curriculum, allowing Orono students to engage directly with individuals from diverse international backgrounds. The IEI participants prepare and deliver talks focused on their home countries, […]









