U�� in the News – U�� News

WABI features U��’s new comfort dog

marcus.wolf — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:58:16 +0000

(Channel 5 in Bangor) featured Bear, the University of �� Police Department’s new comfort dog.

Martha Stewart features U�� fruit tree specialist on bare-root trees

marcus.wolf — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:56:24 +0000

Renae Moran, professor of pomology at the University of ��, was featured in for a story about the best bare-root fruit trees to grow for an easy backyard harvest. “Peach trees will naturally begin to bear flowers and fruit at a young age—about three years after planting,” said Moran, who is also a University of �� Cooperative Extension tree fruit specialist.

The State highlights U�� research on PFAS in agriculture

marcus.wolf — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:54:23 +0000

cited University of �� research in a story about forever chemicals found in South Carolina crops years after farms used contaminated sludge as fertilizer. “It very much resonates with what’s happening up here in ��,’’ said University of �� scientist Rachel Schattman, associate professor of sustainable agriculture. “It’s an unfortunate situation.’’ shared The State’s article.

BDN publishes U�� political scientist’s op-ed on election simulations

marcus.wolf — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:53:51 +0000

Robert W. Glover, associate professor of political science and honors at the University of ��, wrote an opinion column for the about the limits of election simulations and how forecasts can shape public perceptions of political races. “The purpose of election forecasting should be to help citizens better understand elections — not to convince them that elections have already been decided,” Glover wrote.

Public radio features U�� researcher on lobster fishermen and coastal access

marcus.wolf — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:53:23 +0000

, a public radio station in Falmouth, Massachusetts, featured Joshua Stoll, associate professor of marine policy at the University of ��, in a story on a new University of Massachusetts Dartmouth lab studying marine conservation, ocean access and conflicts affecting fisheries. “In fisheries, we often think about the fish migrating,” said Stoll, who is working with the lab on a study of the migration of �� lobster fishers. “But in this case, we were hearing about people migrating. And it wasn’t necessarily that they were leaving the fishery, but they were leaving the coast.” and shared the report from Cape and Islands.

�� media covers U��’s new doctoral nursing programs

marcus.wolf — Fri, 12 Jun 2026 14:52:45 +0000

(Channel 5 in Bangor), , the and reported on the University of �� launching two new doctoral nursing programs, a Ph.D. in Nursing and a Doctor of Nursing Practice, to help address nurse educator and advanced practice nursing shortages in ��. “These efforts position the University of �� to lead the future of healthcare education and research in ��,” said U�� President Joan Ferrini-Mundy.

Martha Stewart features U�� Extension expert on planting peppers

marcus.wolf — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 19:00:17 +0000

Ankit Singh, assistant professor and ornamental horticulture educator at University of �� Cooperative Extension, was featured on discussing where gardeners should avoid planting peppers to support healthy growth and better harvests. “Crowding also reduces airflow, keeping leaves wetter for longer and increasing the risk of disease,” said Singh. “The result is often smaller plants, fewer peppers, and more pest or disease issues.”

WMTW interviews U�� Tick Lab director on early tick surge

marcus.wolf — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:59:36 +0000

Griffin Dill, director of the University of �� Cooperative Extension Tick Lab, spoke with about increasing tick activity and concerns surrounding Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses in ��. “Based on where we have been the past couple of years … even though we had a cold winter and a cold, early spring, I don’t anticipate that’s going to have a huge impact on tick-borne disease numbers here in the state,” said Dill.

News Center �� highlights U�� Machias research on soft-shell clam decline

marcus.wolf — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:59:06 +0000

Researchers from the University of �� at Machias were featured at for their work using clam-collecting boxes to study ways to reverse the decline of ��’s soft-shell clam populations. “The clamming industry is really in dire straits,” said Brian Beal, marine ecology professor at U�� Machias. “This recruitment monitoring network was designed to take a look at what the problem is, but also highlight it and share it with as many people as we can so that people are aware of the situation.”

Daily Hampshire Gazette features U�� researcher on changing tick activity

marcus.wolf — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:57:52 +0000

The featured Allison Gardner, associate professor of arthropod vector biology at the University of ��, discussing how changing seasonal patterns are affecting tick activity across New England. “I’ve been seeing ticks already this April in ��, which I can assure you, I was not seeing 10 years ago when I first moved here,” Gardner said. “So it’s a very real change that’s taken place on a reasonably short time scale.”

Media cover U�� Clean Sweep event

marcus.wolf — Thu, 04 Jun 2026 18:56:15 +0000

and (Channel 5 in Bangor) covered the return of the University of ��’s Clean Sweep event after a two-year hiatus, highlighting efforts to reduce waste by redistributing dorm items to students and community members while supporting the Bodwell Center for Service and Volunteerism. “For years, students who had items that they couldn’t fit in their cars or couldn’t take home with them would just kind of leave stuff aside or put it in the dumpster. So in an effort to reduce things going into the waste stream, we started collecting all of that stuff,” said Lisa Morin, coordinator with the Bodwell Center.

Ellsworth American interviews Entsminger on coastal �� tourism

marcus.wolf — Thu, 28 May 2026 22:23:27 +0000

interviewed Jason Entsminger, assistant professor of entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of ��, about the economic benefits of tourism in coastal ��. For example, visitors to the Downeast-Acadia region spent $1.27 billion on accommodations, transportation, groceries, restaurants, shopping, entertainment and other expenses. “I think one of the things that we see overall is that especially in more rural and remote communities, regional tourism can really play a part in certain sectors’ success,” said Entsminger, who is also a small business specialist with University of �� Cooperative Extension.

��biz reports on U��-led delegation to Japan aiming to strengthen ��’s sea urchin industry

marcus.wolf — Thu, 28 May 2026 22:23:00 +0000

reported on a recent visit to Hokkaido, Japan, by delegation organized by �� Sea Grant and University of �� Cooperative Extension to study advanced sea urchin farming techniques and explore how they could be adapted to strengthen ��’s industry.

Boston Globe explores value of �� brand with Carter

marcus.wolf — Thu, 28 May 2026 22:22:28 +0000

interviewed Erin Percival Carter, associate professor of marketing at the University of ��, on the value of ��’s brand. Carter co-authored a study conducted at the �� Business School which found that consumers are willing to pay more for �� services and products because they associate the �� brand with a strong work ethic and a sense of craftsmanship, on top of its rugged coastline, picturesque landscapes and close-knit communities. “People come to �� expecting and finding that kind of connection with real human beings rather than nameless, faceless corporations,” she said. “That’s part of the reason why the brand is so valuable.”

�� media Cover launch of ��’s new literacy, numeracy books at U��

marcus.wolf — Thu, 21 May 2026 21:09:15 +0000

News Center �� and WABI (Channel 5 in Bangor) reported on the �� Department of Education, partnership with the University of �� at Orono (U��), hosting launch event for ��’s […]

Media interview Brewer on political advertising and artificial intelligence

marcus.wolf — Thu, 21 May 2026 13:40:46 +0000

Mark Brewer, professor and chair of political science at the University of ��, spoke with (Channel 7 in Bangor) and (Channel 8 in Portland) about the growing influence of artificial intelligence in political advertising and how campaign messaging shapes voter behavior during elections. “It’s being used in a way that’s difficult for voters to detect,” Brewer said.

Martha Stewart features U�� Extension expert on cucumbers

marcus.wolf — Thu, 21 May 2026 13:38:52 +0000

Ankit Singh, assistant professor and ornamental horticulture educator at the University of �� Cooperative Extension, was featured in two recent stories Martha Stewart on growing cucumbers. detailed the “worst places to grow cumbers,” while explored how often gardeners should water cucumbers to promote healthy growth and abundant harvests. “Cucumbers are especially sensitive to uneven watering, so keeping moisture consistent is one of the best ways to get better fruit quality,” said Singh.

�� media highlight local teacher earning U�� degree after 47 years

marcus.wolf — Thu, 21 May 2026 13:38:28 +0000

featured Hampden Academy teacher David Rinkle for completing his bachelor’s degree through the University of ��’s Finish Strong program 47 years after first starting college. “If you are not interested right now, you can still go back. There’s no time limit on it,” said Rinkle.

The Spruce features U�� expert on fruit trees for cold climates

marcus.wolf — Thu, 21 May 2026 13:37:30 +0000

Renae Moran, professor of pomology at the University of ��, was featured in discussing fruit tree varieties that can survive harsh winter conditions and thrive in colder climates. “Cherries are notorious for ‘waking up’ too soon in late winter,” said Moran, who is also a University of �� Cooperative Extension tree fruit specialist. “Warm weather followed by very cold weather can damage trees and shorten their life span.”

The Conversation features U�� professor on Ted Turner’s media legacy

marcus.wolf — Fri, 15 May 2026 13:27:12 +0000

Michael Socolow, professor of communication and journalism at the University of ��, wrote an article for explaining how media CNN founder Ted Turner transformed television news and reshaped public understanding of global events through the rise of 24-hour cable coverage. “His legacy is not simply a series of cable channels but an entirely new way of thinking about information retrieval and access,” Socolow wrote.

�� media report on U�� undergraduate commencement ceremonies

marcus.wolf — Fri, 15 May 2026 13:26:16 +0000

The Bangor Daily News, WABI (Channel 5 in Bangor) WFVX (Channel 7 in Bangor), News Center �� and Spectrum News �� covered the 2026 undergraduate commencement ceremonies at the University […]

President Ferrini-Mundy discusses value of U�� education with WFVX

marcus.wolf — Fri, 01 May 2026 16:43:26 +0000

(Channel 7 in Bangor) interviewed University of �� President Joan Ferrini-Mundy about the value of a U�� education, from employment prospects for graduates to its region-leading affordability.

Media highlight 2026 �� Day Meal Packout

marcus.wolf — Fri, 01 May 2026 16:42:45 +0000

, (Channel 5 in Bangor) (Channel 7 in Bangor) and covered the �� Day Meal Packout (MDMP). Led by the members of the MDMP student leadership team, the Honors College raised enough money to purchase the ingredients for 80,000 meals for food pantries across the state.

Martha Stewart interviews Singh on shrubs that thrive in clay soil

marcus.wolf — Fri, 01 May 2026 16:30:49 +0000

A recent article in Martha Stewart about low-maintenance shrubs that grow well in clay soil featured Ankit Singh, assistant professor and ornamental horticulture educator with University of �� Cooperative Extension.

U�������� in the News – U�������� News

WABI features U��������’s new comfort dog

Martha Stewart features U�������� fruit tree specialist on bare-root trees

The State highlights U�������� research on PFAS in agriculture

BDN publishes U�������� political scientist’s op-ed on election simulations

Public radio features U�������� researcher on lobster fishermen and coastal access

�������� media covers U��������’s new doctoral nursing programs

Martha Stewart features U�������� Extension expert on planting peppers

WMTW interviews U�������� Tick Lab director on early tick surge

News Center �������� highlights U�������� Machias research on soft-shell clam decline

Daily Hampshire Gazette features U�������� researcher on changing tick activity

Media cover U�������� Clean Sweep event

Ellsworth American interviews Entsminger on coastal �������� tourism

��������biz reports on U��������-led delegation to Japan aiming to strengthen ��������’s sea urchin industry

Boston Globe explores value of �������� brand with Carter

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