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The Fall Semester has kicked off with the arrival of thousands of students. Read more...
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 ACADEMIC CALENDAR
- Monday, Aug. 31, Fall Semester classes begin
- Monday, Aug 31-Tuesday, Sept 8, drop/add period.
- Tuesday, Sept. 8, SMCC Foundation scholarship applications due, See full calendar...
 STUDENT LIFE CALENDAR
- Thursday, Sept. 3, 11:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Welcome BBQ, South Portland and Midcoast campuses
- Monday, Sept. 7, Labor Day, no classes See full calendar...
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A colorful exhibit created by SMCC art and marine science students is on display in Brunswick, featuring stunning photos of organisms from from the Androscoggin River.
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The University of Southern Maine and Southern Maine Community College will receive more than $2 million between them after being declared winners in the recent federal grant competition for TRIO Student Support Services. - See more at: http://www.smccme.edu/info/basic-info/pressroom/717.html#sthash.SlxrShXh.dpuf
Four biotechnology students participated in the MDI Biological Laboratory student symposium. Read more...
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The University of Southern Maine and Southern Maine Community College will receive more than $2 million between them after being declared winners in the recent federal grant competition for TRIO Student Support Services. - See more at: http://www.smccme.edu/info/basic-info/pressroom/717.html#sthash.SlxrShXh.dpuf
Six SMCC science students conducted laboratory research on zebrafish during a weeklong genetics course at Bates College - See more at: http://www.smccme.edu/info/basic-info/pressroom/725.html#sthash.1o5AdLvJ.dpuf
About 130 new students are participating in SMCC’s Path to Graduation student success program. Read more...
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The University of Southern Maine and Southern Maine Community College will receive more than $2 million between them after being declared winners in the recent federal grant competition for TRIO Student Support Services. - See more at: http://www.smccme.edu/info/basic-info/pressroom/717.html#sthash.SlxrShXh.dpuf
Six SMCC science students conducted laboratory research on zebrafish during a weeklong genetics course at Bates College - See more at: http://www.smccme.edu/info/basic-info/pressroom/725.html#sthash.1o5AdLvJ.dpuf
Six SMCC students conducted laboratory research on zebrafish during a weeklong genetics course at Bates College. Read more...
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#helloSMCC
Introduce yourselves and your favorite places and things around campus by posting photos and videos to Instagram, Facebook and Twitter using the #helloSMCC hashtag. The best daily posts win a prize like an SMCC beach ball, T-shirt or towel.
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Ireland Bound
SMCC student Christopher Hunt is off to Ireland to study at the Cork Institute of Technology on a George J. Mitchell Peace Scholarship. He's shown here at an Aug. 24 farewell luncheon with President Cantor and Maine Community College System trustee David MacMahon.
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Foreign Exchange
Japan’s Tenri University and SMCC are exploring the possibility of establishing a relationship for international students. The president and others from the Japanese university met with SMCC executives and toured the campus Aug. 13.
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Fishing for Scholarships
This year's Sturdivant Island Tuna Tournament raised about $50K for scholarships at SMCC and Maine's other community colleges, with the top fish weighing 671 pounds! Students can check out SMCC's SITT scholarships on the SMCC Foundation website.
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Gospel CD Debut
SMCC student and gospel singer Fiston Seba Bujambi has released his first CD, titled UGUSENGA (Sweet Hour of Prayer). Fiston moved to Portland from war-torn Democratic Republic of the Congo in 2012.
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Pier Improvements
Work is under way to replace the concrete curbing on each side of the land portion of the SMCC pier.
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Parking Expansion
SMCC's new parking lot between Pickett Street and the large lot behind the HUB adds dozens of new parking spots to the South Portland Campus.
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Alumni Spotlight:
David Spenlinhauer, following his heart
David Spenlinhauer is completing his education at one of the nation’s top film schools and is on the brink of a new career in film production.
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Faculty Spotlight:
David Eng, hands-on teaching
David Eng gets satisfaction seeing his students learn skills that lead to good jobs after graduation.
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NEW HIRES
- Chris Henson, Resident Director, Midcoast Campus
- Michael Nozdrovicky, Department Chair, Nursing
- Chris Rittweger, Custodian, Midcoast Campus
VACANCIES
- Clinical Nursing Instructors
- Invertebrate Zoology Adjunct Instructor
- Introductory Seatime Adjunct Instructor
- Seasonal Contract Help - Grounds/Maintenance
- HVAC Technician
- Electrician II
- Electrical instructors for Business & Community Partnerships
- Dishwasher/Laundry Support Person
- HEOP (Heavy Equipment Operations) Maintenance & Service Adjunct
- Energy Auditing Adjunct
Visit www.jobsinme.com to check on vacant positions.
NOTEWORTHY
- Recently retired Nursing Program Chairwoman Nancy Smith has been granted faculty emeritus status by the Maine Community College System Board of Trustees
- Automotive Technology Instructor Joe Moore has earned a master's degree in education from Purdue University
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- Amtrak deal. The Amtrak Downeaster is offering a deal for college students.
- Bookstore Hours. SMCC's bookstore will have extended hours (8-6 M-Th and 8-5 F) through Sept. 4.
- Extended hours. The Advising, Admissions, Registration, Financial Aid and Billing offices will hold extended office hours the first week of school. They'll be open from 7:30 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday.
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- "SMCC students move to campus," WMTW-TV, Aug. 29
- "Yarmouth provides real-world experience for SMCC firefighters-to-be," The Forecaster, Aug. 18
- "SMCC public safety live-in students move in," Scarborough Leader, Aug. 21
- "From the classroom to the workplace," The Times Record, Aug. 14
- "SMCC holds spot admissions day," The Current, Aug. 13
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The go-to place to view your course schedule, add or drop a class, see class syllabi and otherwise stay on track is My Courses on My Maine Guide on the MySMCC portal.
On My Courses, you can also access online learning portals, check your bookstore allowance, complete a course evaluation and find various academic forms. You'll also find contact information for the key offices that can help ensure your academic success.
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