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Building a Shared Future in Central Asia Arizona State University (ASU) is extending its global footprint by cementing fresh ties with Kazakhstan’s higher‑education landscape. At the 2025 C5+1 Summit—an initiative that unites the United States with Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan—ASU leaders presented two new joint institutions: an International Honors College at Auezov University […]
For more than a decade the Science and Technology team at Arizona State University (ASU) has been digging deep into the Afar Rift in Ethiopia. The work culminated in the discovery of a single foot fossil, the Burtele Foot, that connects two early hominin species that once lived side‑by‑side. The research offers a clearer view […]
Building a Better Future for Maternal Health in York’s Haitian Population The city of York has witnessed a growing number of Haitian women entering pregnancy, but like many communities across the United States, they face disproportionate risks for low‑birth‑weight infants and other adverse outcomes. In response, York College of Pennsylvania has joined forces with Family […]
New findings from Rutgers University–Camden show that plastics can be engineered to self‑degrade under everyday conditions, providing a practical tool for environmental research and industry sustainability. How Nature’s Polymers Guide Degradable Plastic Design Biological polymers such as DNA, RNA and proteins naturally break down after they have served their purpose. The research team at Rutgers observed […]
On November 24, 2025, the University of New England (UNE) announced that Dr. Dawn G. Stoyanoff, Ph.D., will assume the role of Chief Information Officer (CIO). The decision reflects UNE’s commitment to strengthen its technology foundation, advance digital transformation, and reinforce its reputation as a leader in higher education technology across Maine, Morocco, and online […]
2025 Winter Fest Overview The campus will light up with excitement on Tuesday, December 2, 2025, from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., as York College of Pennsylvania invites students, faculty, and community members to celebrate its annual Winter Fest. The event will be held across the main campus, with a central check‑in point in the Student Union […]
In early November, Cal State San Marcos celebrated a milestone that goes beyond a simple birthday. Frank, a golden‑doodle therapy dog, turned three and reminded the campus community of the tangible benefits that animal‑assisted therapy can bring to student and faculty well‑being. While photos of him batting at cupcakes and posing for Instagram captured the moment, […]
On November 12, 2025, the University of New England (UNE) celebrated a milestone in occupational therapy (OT) education. Ten students from UNE’s Master of Science in Occupational Therapy (M.S.O.T.) Class of 2027 were inducted into Pi Theta Epsilon (PTE), the national honor society that recognizes academic excellence and professional promise among OT students and alumni. […]
A Groundbreaking Moment in Physician Assistant Education In a recent announcement that has resonated across the nation, Assistant Professor Stephanie Podolski of the University of New England (UNE) was honored with the William H. Marquardt Precepting/Mentorship Award. This award, presented by the Physician Association Foundation, recognizes PA professionals who go beyond the classroom to nurture the next generation […]
Community Engagement Through Lighting a City Each year, as the first snow falls over Maine, small towns across the state trade in the glow of streetlamps for a larger, more festive display. In downtown Biddeford, that shift happens every November—thanks largely to the hands of University of New England (UNE) students. The annual light brigade, […]
