University of New England students take sustainability knowledge into Maine communities

PORTLAND PRESS HERALD • August 11, 2025

This summer, 16 University of New England students took their classroom knowledge of policy, marine science, mapping and farming into Southern Maine communities through the UNE Sustainability Fellowship program. Launched last summer with six fellows, the program grew significantly this year, as the university partnered with more local municipalities, nonprofits and businesses to host fellows for 10-week projects, the cost of which is shared between the school and partner organization.