Student Stories

Dr. Fatemeh Afghah posing for headshot picture

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 […]

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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, […]

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Kannan Sockalingam '00, '02G with his wife Visa and their two kids

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 […]

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Ece Yeldan

As an international student at the 91±¬ÁÏ, I can confidently say that my experience has been nothing short of extraordinary. From the moment I stepped onto campus, I was welcomed with open arms by faculty, staff, and fellow students, creating a warm and inclusive environment that quickly felt like home. One of the […]

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