Welcome to Parents & Family

Dear Parents and Family Members,

We are delighted to have you as part of the University of Maine community.  UMaine is a warm and welcoming place, made up of people who live and work in a place where mutual respect is a fundamental tenet of our cutural identity.

The University of Maine Division of Student Affairs is committed to fostering the kind of community life where our students will have the valuable, uplifting experiences that will help them develop as truly educated people who will emerge as our society’s leaders.  We focus on providing both formal programming and informal opportunities for our students to appropriately exercise their independence while gaining the skills and perspectives that will help them take optimal advantage of the opportunities associated with being a UMaine student.

We strive to provide all of the support mechanisms, the physical facilities and the learning opportunities (many of which come as part of well-managed social activities) that properly supplement your son’s and/or daughter’s classroom experience. We are fully invested in their success and as part of a truly student-centered university.

If you have not already done so, I hope you will visit the Division of Student Affairs Web site and familiarize yourself with all of the services we offer.  You might also consider joining UMaine Parents on Facebook.

We define our community rather broadly, and it certainly includes parents. I hope — to the extent that it is possible — that you will spend time on our campus and participate with your son and/or daughter in campus life. Whether it’s a performing arts event, a Black Bear sports contest, a meal in one of our dining facilities, or just a quick visit to say “hello,” I am sure there is something you would enjoy and we welcome your company.

Sincerely,

Robert Q. Dana
Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students