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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 University of º£½ÇÉçÇø was not his first choice, Ovo made his way to º£½ÇÉçÇø via New Mexico. He attended a University in New Mexico before applying for and receiving the scholarship he needed to attend Uº£½ÇÉçÇø. Once in Orono, Ovo became…Gratitude Corner: Study Abroad Edition
Uº£½ÇÉçÇø alumni, Jessica Canatsey ’92 and Tracey Graffam-Dickson ’93, reconnected with Terri Beyer from the Uº£½ÇÉçÇø 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 Uº£½ÇÉçÇø 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 Uº£½ÇÉçÇø 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 Uº£½ÇÉçÇø remain strong. Last year, he took his younger son for a Uº£½ÇÉçÇø visit, visited several of his Uº£½ÇÉçÇø friends, cheered at a Uº£½ÇÉçÇø men’s ice hockey game, and went ice fishing. Kannan and his brother Senthil Sockalingam ’08, ’10G, also a Uº£½ÇÉçÇø alum, created the Sockalingam Family Scholarship as a…
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Uplifting Homecomings: The Inspiring Journeys of Our International Alumni
See who stopped by Chadbourne Hall recently to share their latest milestones and memories with the OIP team! Many of our favorite moments of the year come when our amazing alumni drop in to visit us. Reconnecting with former students, hearing about their post-graduation achievements, and welcoming them and their families back to campus brings […]Making Waves: Meet Uº£½ÇÉçÇøâ€™s 2026 International Graduate Award Winners
Every April, the Office of International Programs (OIP) hosts a truly special tradition: the International Graduate Dinner. It is a heartfelt opportunity to pause, celebrate, and honor the incredible educational journeys of our international students as they prepare to take on the world. Open to all students regardless of citizenship or immigration status, this award […]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 Uº£½ÇÉçÇø 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 University of º£½ÇÉçÇø, 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 Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Award
Captain James Settele, USN (Ret.) Captain James Settele, USN (Ret.), has been selected to receive the Champion of Uº£½ÇÉçÇø Award, which recognizes individuals who are not alumni of the University of º£½ÇÉçÇø 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 University of º£½ÇÉçÇø 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 Uº£½ÇÉçÇø student-athletes represented their countries and their alma mater in Milan-Cortina 2026. Ice HockeyJeremy Swayman ’20 – Team […]









