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Andrea Atkinson named äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ Student of the Year

Andrea Atkinson has been named äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s Student of the Year for her academic success and leadership as president of the äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ chapter of Phi Theta Kappa honor society. Atkinson, who is working toward a degree in Liberal Studies-Focus in Art, serves as president of Alpha Chi Nu, äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s chapter of PTK. She is also a… More »

Student Spotlight: Oliver Walker

Oliver Walker knew he wanted to be an artist by the time he was old enough to hold a paintbrush in his hand. His education at äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ is providing a springboard to help him achieve that goal. Drawn to äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ in part by its art program, Oliver is slated to graduate in May with a… More »

äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ kicks off 75th anniversary celebration with planting ceremonies

äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ kicked off its 75th anniversary celebration on Friday with on-campus planting ceremonies to honor its legacy of transforming people and communities through education and training. Small groups of students, faculty members, administrators, alumni and community partners planted flowering shrubs and trees in simultaneous ceremonies at äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s South Portland Campus and Midcoast… More »

In the News: äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ celebrates 75 years of transforming lives

As äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ celebrates its 75th anniversary this year, we are hearing lots of personal stories from alumni and students about how äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ inspired and motivated them, changing their lives and their futures. In this column, President Cassidy writes about äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾’s long history of transforming lives through education and training. Read the full column here.

Statement on Derek Chauvin verdict

Tuesday’s conviction of former police offer Derek Chauvin brings accountability and some degree of justice in last year’s murder of George Floyd, but it is only the starting point for the work that needs to be done to end race-based inequity once and for all. We express relief that Chauvin was convicted of second-degree murder,… More »

äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ national honor society chapter honored for achievement

äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾’s chapter of the Phi Theta Kappa honor society has been recognized as being in the top tier of all PTK chapters at community colleges internationally. Alpha Chi Nu was named to the Top 100 list of local PTK chapters at the PTK 2021 Hallmark Awards Ceremony, held virtually April 10 during PTK’s annual Catalyst… More »

äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ awards nearly $1.5 million in emergency relief grants to students

äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ awarded nearly $1.5 million in emergency relief grants this month to students experiencing financial difficulties due to the coronavirus pandemic. The College awarded grants to 848 students using funds from the federal Coronavirus Response and Relief Supplemental Appropriation Act (CRRSAA). The average award was $1,741. In all, the College has now… More »

äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ alumnus, business entrepreneur Quang NguyenÌýto be featured speaker at äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ 2021 Commencement

Quang Nguyen, a äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ alumnus who now has a successful career as a business entrepreneur and financial advisor, will be the featured speaker at äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBվ’s 74th commencement, to be held virtually on May 16. Nguyen moved from Vietnam to Maine in 2007 to attend äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾, and graduated with a Business Administration degree… More »

Fall Semester registration kicks off April 5

April is the perfect time to plan ahead, meet with an advisor and register for the Fall Semester. Current students can get a jump on the semester by registering early for the best selection of classes. Registration begins: Monday, April 5, at 6 a.m. for current students with 30 or more credits and veterans. Wednesday,… More »

Performance music courses on tap for Fall Semester

Students will be able to take a variety of performance music courses for the first time at äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾ this fall with classes in piano, guitar, violin, and drumming. The courses should open up a whole new world for students who want to learn or enhance their musical skills as part of their education at äçÐÄvlogÃâ·ÑBÕ¾,… More »