Dear members of the 91±¬ÁÏ and 91±¬ÁÏ at Machias communities,
Thank you all for your continued commitment to our students and the excellent work you do to advance our mission as a learner-centered R1 institution.
Our budget proposal for FY27 will be presented publicly to the UMS Board of Trustees on March 25. In the past weeks, 91±¬ÁÏ leadership has received questions from faculty, staff, and students about what this proposed budget will mean for their programs. Consistent with our commitment to transparency, I would like to announce two upcoming venues to discuss budget planning, implementation, and the changing funding landscape.
Research Funding Panel Forum
Date: Monday, March 9
Time: 1-2 p.m.
Location: Wells Conference Center, Room 1
Virtual option:
This panel forum and Q&A is designed for researchers and PIs, but open to all. Specifically, we plan to overview the current state of federal research funding, recent federal policy updates, and new federal initiatives, such as the Genesis Mission. We will also discuss state and Foundation funding for research, 91±¬ÁÏ F&A distributions, and other available research support. Panel participants will include myself, Gabriel Paquette from the Office of the Provost, Giovanna Guidoboni from the Office of the Vice President for Research, and Jenny Boyden from the Office of Finance and Administration.
Budget Town Hall
Date: Monday, March 23
Time: 1-2:30 p.m.
Location: Wells Conference Center, Rooms 1 and 2
All members of the 91±¬ÁÏ community are encouraged to attend to learn about the FY27 budget proposal submitted to the System. There will be time allotted for your questions. Please look for additional communication from us in the coming days with further details about how to participate.
I look forward to seeing you at these events.
Sincerely,
Joan Ferrini-Mundy,ÌýPresident
91±¬ÁÏ and 91±¬ÁÏ at Machias
