Ready. Set. Celebrate!
A Tradition of Excellence. A Future of Opportunity.
September 2025 – May 2026
Celebrating 60 Years of Impact
For six decades, the University of Maine at Augusta has been transforming lives across Maine and beyond—opening doors for learners of all ages and backgrounds, delivering accessible, high-quality education, and building a community rooted in support, creativity, and opportunity.
Join us as we celebrate 60 years of excellence and look forward to an even brighter future.
Our 60th Anniversary Theme
A Tradition of Excellence. A Future of Opportunity.
After receiving input from students, alumni, faculty and staff, this theme was selected to reflect both UMA’s proud history and our exciting future. Over the past 60 years, UMA has provided accessible education to students across Maine and beyond—empowering learners to achieve their goals and strengthening communities along the way. As we look forward, we remain committed to creating a future of opportunity for all.
Looking Back, Looking Forward
As we prepare to celebrate this milestone, we’ll also be sharing stories from our history—moments that have defined UMA and the people who make our community special.
Have a memory or photo to share? We’d love to include it! Send your memory to UMA60@maine.edu and stay tuned for ways to contribute to our 60th Anniversary story collection.
Stay Connected
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60th Anniversary Committee
Terry M. Lawson
Academic Associate to the VPAA/Provost & Dean of the College of Professional Studies
Brenda O. McAleer
Associate Vice President of Academic Affairs and Dean, College of Professional Studies
Elizabeth Glover
Executive Assistant to the President and Coordinator of Advancement & Alumni Relations
Dr. Christine Letcher
Assistant Professor of Music, Music Advisor
Theory, Music History, Voice, Piano, Steel Drum Ensemble
Alissa Gervais
Chief Noel C. March, M.A.
Director of the Maine Community Policing Institute, Lecturer of Justice Studies and Community Policing
Pamela MacRae
Associate Provost, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences
