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Student Organizations Directory
University of Maine Farmington actively supports student involvement in a variety of areas. Students are encouraged to get involved in an organization that matches their interestes or to create such an organization if one doesn't exist.
The information below has been provided by each organization. While these are officially recognized organizations of the University, the content contained within each organization's publications is solely the responsiblity of the respective author.
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| Description | The purpose of this Chapter shall be to encourage academic achievement among students in their first year at the University of Maine at Farmington, to promote positive interaction between the Campus and the surrounding community, and to create and maintain fellowship between members of the Chapter. |
| Contact | Allison Hepler |
| e-Mail | ahepler@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7415 |
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| Description | The purpose of Alpha Gammi Pi of Alpha Phi Omega at the University of Maine Farmington shall be to provide service to the University, Community, and Nation, as well as foster fellowship and leadership among the brothers and members. |
| Contact | Sylvia Cypher |
| e-Mail | cypher@maine.edu |
| Phone | x7313 |
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| Description | The Phi Chi cast of Alpha Psi Omega seeks to stimulate the interest and love of the theatrical arts at the University of Maine at Farmington; to secure all of the available advantages and support provided by a large national honorary fraternity, and by electing students to membership. Membership in this fraternity is being offered as a reward for the hard work and dediction involved in both the performance and technical aspects of theatrical productions. This cast will in no way seek to replace the other theater groups such as: Theater UMF or the Lawnchair Pirates, but shall instead act as a strong support system for all theatrical functions being held at the University. |
| Contact | Andrea Southard |
| e-Mail | southard@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7462 |
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| Description | According to Amesty International's website, AI is "a worldwide movement of people who campaign for internationally recognized human right." AI focuses on preventing and ending abuses dones to people who were displaying their freedom of speech or freedom of conscience and abuses of the right to freedom from discrimination. AI is a nonpolitical group that is not affiliated with any religion. |
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| Description | The purpose of Beaver Productions is to provide quality educational, social, cultural, diverse and entertaining programs, which encourage co-curricular student involvement outside of the classroom for the UMF community, as well as foster the development of open mindedness, leadership, social and professional skills creating a positive atmosphere for personal growth of Farmington students and members. |
| Contact | Maya Kasper |
| e-Mail | kasper@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7346 |
| Website | http://beaverproductions.umf.maine.edu |
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| Description | The mission of the Business Economics Club is to provide resources, information, activities and opportunities to the Business Economics students and faculty such as holding forums on various business oriented life skills. The club invites business professionals and alumni to speak about different topics of interest. They also organize trips to different businesses, job fairs and seminars. The Business Economics club reaches out to the community and alumni and gives awards to individuals who distinguish themselves in the business world. |
| Contact | Tomas Labrie |
| e-Mail | thomas.labrie@maine.edu |
| Phone | 240-3774 |
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| Description | We, the students of Campus Crusade for Christ, believe that the student body at the University of Maine Farmington has the right and the privilege to interact in an Christian environment and have a fellowship among other Christians. Therefore, we the students of Campus Crusade for Christ, hereby referred to as Campus Crusade for Christ and /or Oasis, will fulfill the duty to the student body by having weekly Bible Studies and continue with outreach events to engage and fill the campus with the love of Christ. |
| Contact | Carla Degraw |
| e-Mail | carlad@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7241 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~oasis/ |
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| Description | CRC shall be responsible for educational, recreational, social and cultural programming in the residence hall and on campus to include at least one semi-formal event and at least one major community service event. CRC shall also be responsible for the formation and guidance of Residence Hall Cooperatives under CRC leadership, dispersing information to students through Residence Hall Councils, hall meetings and information boards, evaluating the needs of hall residents and Student Life Staffs, giving input and aiding in changes financially and/or administratively with regard to residence halls or campus policies. |
| Contact | Hollie Ingraham |
| e-Mail | holly@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7351 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~crc/ |
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| Description | The Civil War Society (CWS) was established for students to explore their interests in the American Civil War. The CWS hopes to promote education and interest of the Civil War at UMF and within the community by means of guest speakers, field trips, movies and re-enacting/living history. With living history, members can actually experience the lives of Civil War combatants and civilians. The club has formed the 2nd Maine Infantry re-enactment group in which we portray Union infantry at re-enacting events. No experience in history is needed, only genuine enthusiasm to learn and to share an interest with other students. |
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| Description | Clenotes is currently the one and only a a capella group at the University of Maine at Farmington. We are a student-run co-ed group of singers/beatboxer(s). We primarily sing contemporary pop songs, however, we also sing a few songs of other genres. Clefnotes is always open to new performance opportunites and has performed in the past at events such as various charity functions, UMF's Symposium Arts Night, UMF convocation, and guest appearanced for other singing groups. |
| e-Mail | clefnotes@umf.maine.edu |
| Website | http://clefnotes.umf.maine.edu |
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| Description | The purpose of the commuter council shall be to represent the student body on matters that impact commuting students. The commuter council shall take action on or recommend action relative to campus policies affecting the commuting student body. The commuter council will participate in new student orientation programs whenever possible and make every effort to represent commuting students on various campus wide activities. |
| Contact | Kirsten Swan |
| e-Mail | kswan@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7347 |
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| Description | The purpose of the Competitive Alpine club is to provide opportunities for students to participate in Alpine ski racing, Nordic ski racing, and Snowboard racing in a competitive format. The format will include races governed by USSA and races within USCSA. Competitive Ski Club will also be responsible for training opportunities on a regular basis for participants of the club and will help to financially aid club members with race entry fees, league memberships fees, transportation costs, and training equipment including but not limited to gates, drills, wrenches, and other costly race related items. |
| Contact | Ron Bonnevie |
| e-Mail | ron.bonnevie@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7386 |
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| Description | It is the mission of the computer club to bring greater computer literacy and awareness to the UMF Community. Additionally, the Computer Club is a resource for students who need help with computer problems. They sponsor events for the campus and community with computer related activities. |
| Contact | Allen Bailey |
| e-Mail | allen.bailey@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7245 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~computer_club/ |
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| Description | The purpose OF the student CEC, as defined in the national constitution is to promote professional standards of a higher order and improve the preparation of all the professionals dealing with exceptional children and youth. It is the purpose of this organization to promote programs specifically designed to enhance the professional development of its members in serving exceptional children and youth. Also, we shall inform the public of the needs of exceptional children at the local, state and provincial, regional, and international levels. |
| Contact | Sue Thorson |
| e-Mail | thorson@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7270 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~cec/ |
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| Description | The purpose of Dirigo Yearbook is to produce the yearbook for the University of Maine Farmington as well as to guarantee distribution of the yearbook. |
| Contact | Ralph Granger |
| e-Mail | rgranger@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7160 |
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| Description | The UMF Independent Filmmakers Club assist students who have an artistic desire to produce independent films. Film Club members provide peer support, adult advising, and production equipment. UMF Independent Filmmakers will help those students with individual subjects including, but not limited to: acting, script writing, technical work, and filming; as well as film production as a whole. They show free independent and mainstream movies every week to the student body. Movie Marathons and Viewing Parties are also done occasionally. They make movies, watch movies and love movies! |
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| Description | The purpose of UMF Full Circle is to educate about as well as practice paganism, in all its diverse forms. |
| Contact | Maya Kasper |
| e-Mail | kasper@maine.edu |
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| Description | The Health Club is devoted to providing students with health education that is fun as well as relevant in their lives. The Health Club provides fun activities for the students of the campus and also provides its club members with career enhancing opportunities. |
| Contact | Dennis Kamholtz |
| e-Mail | kamholtz@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7098 |
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| Description | As the History Society we create a social environment for those who like history or are just interest. We offer informative and fun lectures as well as movie nights. We hope to take a trip later on this week as well as fund raising. |
| Contact | Walter Sargent |
| e-Mail | walter.sargent@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7456 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~historysociety/ |
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| Description | UMF Intervarsity Christian Fellowship's purpose is to establish a chapter for members of the UMF community whose doctrinal basis is expressed in the following statements. The unique divine inspiration, entire trustworthiness and authority of the Bible. The Deity of our Lord Jesus Christ. Justification be God's grace to all who repent and put their faith in Jesus Christ alone for salvation. The indwelling presence and transforming power of the Holy Spirit, who gives to all believers a new life and a new calling to obedient service. The victorious reign and future personal return of Jesus Christ, who will judge all people with justice and mercy, giving over the unrepentant to eternal condemnation, but receiving the redeemed into eternal life. |
| Contact | Lori Koban |
| e-Mail | lori.koban@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-5186 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~ivcf/ |
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| Description | Lawn Chair Pirates is the first and only improvisational comedy troupe at UMF. Each year they perform a number of shows on campus in the Latte Landing and Lincoln Auditorium. Their shows can include anything from short films and skits to the more traditional improvised game. Membership in LCP is determined at the start of each semester with auditions. Membership is capped at ten performers and two troupe managers. If you're interested in auditioning or checking out one of the shows, check out www.lawnchairpirates.org for a schedule of our upcoming shows. |
| Contact | Sarah Hardy |
| e-Mail | sarah.hardy@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7124 |
| Website | http://www.lawnchairpirates.org/ |
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| Description | L.A.C.'s intended purpose is to foster an environment both safe and enjoyable, promote teamwork, critical thinking. physical health as well as mental health by offering an outlet for UMF's student body. L.A.C.'s primary function is to provide a framework which regulated all aspects of Live Action Combat; including, but not limited to, equipment creation, distribution, maintenance and appropriate usage, training, group assemblies, transportation, and communication. L.A.C. also intends to promote inter-club competition as well as intramural competitions while maintaining the spirit of positive sportsmanship. |
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| Description | Rugby club allows the student body to play an international sport, compete at the collegiate level, meet diverse people from around New England and be active outside the classroom. The Rugby teams consist of players of all experience levels and athletic abilities. They compete in Division II in NERFU rugby union. You get the chance to travel to many New England schools and meet a lot of new people. The club coordinates all activities, matches, and practices. Anyone is welcome to play! |
| Contact | Kirsten Swan |
| e-Mail | kswan@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7347 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~rugby/ |
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| Description | The Ministry of Experimental Arts is a coalition of UMF students, faculty, and staff that presents student-led arts events and excursions. Collaborative projects between music, theatre, dance, creative writing and the visual arts are encouraged, and events can include anything from the traditional arts to experimental - the common theme is to explore the arts without boundaries. Anyone on campus can join the group - artists and performers of all kinds, or just people interested in promoting the arts at UMF. |
| Contact | Tom O'Donnell |
| e-Mail | ministry-info@umf.maine.edu |
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| Description | The mission of this club is to bring interest and involvement in anthropology and sociology to the University of Maine at Farmington campus. |
| Contact | Julianna Acheson |
| e-Mail | julianna.acheson@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7573 |
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| Description | The purpose of the Otaku Club is to provide an environment where the community and students can learn more about the pop culture known as "anime" and "manga," along with educating one another about the culture of Japan and other Asian countries. |
| Contact | Sarah Maline |
| e-Mail | maline@maine.edu |
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| Description | The Outing Clubs purpose is to involve students in outdoor activities which include, but are not limited to, hiking, canoeing, skiing, white water rafting, camping, rock climbing, mountaineering, and service/trail work. Also, the outing club would act as a meeting place for students looking to meet other individuals with similar outdoor interests. |
| Contact | Clyde Mitchell |
| e-Mail | clyde.mitchell@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7613 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~outing/ |
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| Description | Phi Alpha Theta is a National Honor Society devoted to promoting the study of History. Phi Alpha Theta's goal is to recognize students for outstanding academic achievement and to promote the study of history through research, teaching, and publication. Since its inception in 1921, Phi Alpha Theta has since grown to included over 800 chapters nationwide, more than any other accredited four-year college honor society. Alpha Iota Omicron is the University of Maine at Farmington's chapter of Phi Alpha Theta. The chapter was formally organized on May 8, 2002. |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~aio |
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| Description | The UMF Political Science Club's mission is to promote political discussion and action on the UMF campus. Forums on political issues, discussions with candidates, and trips to places like Washington, D.C. are some of the things that the club has done in the past, and they are always looking for new ideas. In spring 2006 the club teamed up with the College Republicans and brought the Maine gubernatorial candidates to campus to speak. The club is nonpartisan and open to all people, regardless of major, with an interest in government or politics. |
| Contact | Jim Melcher |
| e-Mail | jim.melcher@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7416 |
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| Description | The purpose of the club is to facilitate interest in psychology as an academic discipline and profession among UMF undergraduates. The club does this by having psychology oriented dinners with guest speakers, conducting research projects, and going to psychology conferences. |
| Contact | Steven Quackenbush |
| e-Mail | steven.quackenbush@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7518 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~psychclub/ |
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| Description | The purpose of this club is to educate the UMF campus as well as surrounding communities and agencies, to all aspect of disability by providing programs to enhance awareness and advocacy. |
| Contact | Karen Barrett |
| e-Mail | kbarrett@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7111 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~rehab/ |
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| Description | The primary function of the Religion and Philosophy club is to provide a forum for all UMF students and community members to explore, both critically and open-mindedly, issues of religious and philosophical interest. The club is responsible for fostering intellectual discussion through the hosting of consultations and speakers. The club also shows movies with religious and/or philosophical themes, and gives students and community members an opportunity to connect with other groups/speakers/events that may be taking place on other campuses. |
| Contact | Jennifer Reid |
| e-Mail | jreid@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7409 |
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| Description | The purpose of Rotaract is to provide an opportunity for young men and women to enhance the knowledge and skills that will assist them in personal development, to address the physical and social needs of their communities and to promote better relations between all people worldwide through a framework of friendship and service. |
| Contact | Alison Terry |
| e-Mail | alison.terry@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7885 |
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| Description | SMART attracts students planning to teach math and science in Maine. They also interact with local teachers and learn methods and/or instruments for teaching these subjects that they normally don't have access to. SMART also provides support for disgruntled education majors. |
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| Description | The purpose of the Senior Class shall be to plan activities for the campus, update UMF students of upcoming events, and coordinate the senior banquet. |
| Contact | Pat Carpenter |
| e-Mail | patc@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7091 |
| Website | http://seniorclass.umf.maine.edu/ |
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| Description | The UMF Ski Industries Club exists to help students defer the costs of educational events, provide opportunities for students to acquire pre-graduate work experience within the ski industry, plan fun events in hope of bringing the club members and the industry closer together, and serve as an outlet throught which students interested in skiing and snowboarding can meet and interact. Educational events include but are not limited to referee clinics, USSCA coach's school, avalanch safety courses, tech certification clinics, PSIA events, and AASI events. Industry events include but are not limited to trade shows, mach buys, and trips to assist company reps. Fun events may include but are not limited to white water rafting, camping, social, trips to local and non-local ski areas, and spring fling. Through its existence as a club some events may qualify to have their respective costs deferred through the club budget, thus making them free of charge or less expensive to students partaking in events. Anyone with an interest in the ski industry, or skiiing and snowboarding in general, will be greeted with open arms. |
| Contact | Leigh Breindenbach |
| e-Mail | ebreiden@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7385 |
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| Description | The purpose of S.E.C is to inspire students with the knowledge, networks and skills needed to be social change agents locally and globally through its activities, interests, and education about social, cultural and general interests of the world. |
| Contact | Frank Engert |
| e-Mail | engert@maine.edu |
| Phone | unk-nown |
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| Description | Our objective is to put on Poetry Slams and provide another cultural outlets for UMF through Slam Poetry and Spoken Word. |
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| Description | An organization that gives tours and provides information to prospective students, their parents, guidance counselors and other campus visitors and dignitaries. SAC helps various departments with hospitality events that benefit the UMF campus, by providing a students perspective. This includes assisting with various admissions office projects including but not limited to: marketing, panel, presentations, etc. |
| Contact | Lisa Ellrich |
| e-Mail | ellrich@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7054 |
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| Description | The primary purpose of S.E.A.M shall be to represent the students in preparing for a career or interested in education in the Maine Education Association, National Education Association, and community as well as to promote interest in or understanding of the education profession to prospective educators, provide opportunities for gaining an understanding of the history, ethics, and programs of the education profession, provide professional membership on the local, state and national levels, and to encourage prospective educators to exercise their rights and privileges as citizens and provide leadership in civic affairs. |
| Contact | Beth Evans |
| e-Mail | eevans@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7375 |
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| Description | The Student Senate is an elected governing body for the students at UMF. The purpose of the Student Senate is to provide the most effective use of student money and effort by informing students on issues of their concern and eliminating confusion about those issues. Student Senate represents the student body to the University of Maine System and brings their concerns, input and opinions to President Theo Kalikow, the administration at UMF, and any other appropriate body or organization. They make sure your voice is heard and bring about the changes on campus you want to see. |
| Contact | Susan Anzivino |
| e-Mail | umfstudentsenate@yahoo.com |
| Phone | 778-7340 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~senate/ |
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| Description | The main focus of this club is to inform students of the benefits of sensible drug policies, especially that of decriminalization of cannabis. Furthermore, we wish to operate as a tool for students to become politically motivated, engaged, and involved behind a cause they support. |
| Contact | Jon Oplinger |
| e-Mail | SSDP@umf.maine.edu |
| Website | http://ssdp.umf.maine.edu |
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| Description | In 2001, Dr. Kalikow encouraged faculty to form this group, which truly is a coalition of faculty, staff, and students. We hold regular meetings to which all are welcome, host events, educate the public on issues of environmental sustainability. |
| Contact | Andrew Barton |
| e-Mail | barton@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7463 |
| Website | http://sustainablecampus.umf.maine.edu/ |
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| Description | The purpose and function of the Swim Club is to give UMF students the opportunity to swim as part of a group. The UMF Swim Club will be a co-ed club, and equal consideration will be given to both sexes. |
| Contact | Nancy Prentiss |
| e-Mail | prentiss@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7396 |
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| Description | The Table Gaming Club is a proud group of students and community members who have came together for the common cause of FUN and to provide an alternative to drugs, alcohol and soap operas in creating a diversion from academic stress. Down in the basement of Franklin Hall they crack up all kinds of fun every day of the week with our RPG's, board games, card games and even some new gaming consoles (yes, they do have a Nintendo!) |
| Contact | Brain Ufford |
| e-Mail | brain.ufford@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7224 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~TGC/ |
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| Description | The Alliance is a group of University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) students, straight, gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, queer, questioning, and supporting. We work to raise awareness and appreciation of sexual diversity through social and educational means. We achieve this by planning events and offering support for UMF and the surrounding communities. |
| Contact | John Rainville |
| e-Mail | johnpr@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7335 |
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| Description | This social group is geared towards individuals wanting to integrate their Catholic faith with campus life. This is accomplished through weekly masses and meetings, plus on campus activities. Other activities include retreats and trips around New England. |
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| Description | The purpose of TUMF is to promote interest and participation in theater through involvement in production and performance of theatrical pieces for the UMF community and area residents. TUMF also seeks to provide theatrically minded students with resources such as trips to professional productions and other theater related endeavors in and outside of Farmington through trips in and out of state. |
| Contact | Andrea Southard |
| e-Mail | southard@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7462 |
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| Description | Tri Beta is a biology honor society that provides an opportunity for students interested in the life sciences to get together outside of their courses for fellowship, field trips, slide shows and presentations by guest speakers, as well as fund-raising events. |
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| Description | The UMF Cheerleading club is for any student who wants to support the UMF basketball team and promote beaver spirit. The Cheerleaders work as hard as a varsity sport, practicing five days a week for a minimum of two hours. Besides performing at the halftime of games, they will be competing during the 2007-2008 school year. Cheering requires dedication and a love for the sport, and if you are willing to spend the time, they would love to have you on our team. |
| Contact | Tiffany Maiuri |
| e-Mail | maiuri@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7548 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~umfcheerleaders/ |
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| Description | The UMF Chess Club is dedicated to playing chess and having fun. They meet twice a week to play on campus, but hope to attend and host tournaments next year. The Chess Club is a new club as of Spring '05 and plan on also participating in USCF sanctioned events. There are no requirements to join, nor expectations in terms of ability or attendance. If you are a newbie pawn or a grandmaster, this is the club for you! |
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| Description | The purpose of the UMF College Democrats is to promote the cause of Democrats on campus. To educate the public about the Democratic Party and to advocate for the election of Democratic candidates for office at the local, state, and federal level. We will work with other like-minded organizations and help to create the kind of society we wish to live in. |
| Contact | Jim Melcher |
| e-Mail | jim.melcher@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7146 |
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| Description | The Objective of the CR shall be: to promote the principles and policies of the Reprublican Party within the University of Maine Farmington hereinafter refered to as "UMF", community; to actively support and promote the election of Republican candidates at all levels of government of the United States of America; to promote conservative principles and values and bring conservative awareness to UMF, including but not limited to freedom, free enterprise and free markets, freedom of contract, fiscal responsibility, family, and limits on government interference and individual liberty; to develop political skills and leadership abilities among Republican students as preparation for future service to the Party and the United States. |
| Contact | Bill Crandall |
| e-Mail | crandall@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7017 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~umfcrs/ |
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| Description | The purpose and function of the UMF Dance Team is to provide students of UMF the opportunity to be engaged in a structured, multi-faceted dance program. It is also our intent to perform and support our fellow athletes and fans at athletic and their organized campus and community events. |
| Contact | Jamie Beaudoin |
| e-Mail | jbeaudoin@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-8168 |
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| Description | The purpose of the club is to provide the knowledge of French/Francophone culture through cultural trips, French film series, foreign exchange students and assistance from France, the French table, and other activities. The club also sponsors cultural events and discussions. |
| Contact | Gari Muller |
| e-Mail | muller@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7458 |
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| Description | The purpose of the Geology Club shall be to promote interest in the various aspects of geology. |
| Contact | Dr. Doug Reusch |
| e-Mail | UMFGEOCLUB@Yahoo.com |
| Phone | 778-7463 |
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| Description | The purpose of the UMF Hockey Club is to promote interest in the sort of ice hockey, both recreational and competitive, for the campus. To conduct skating activities for the benfit of the entire university community. And to organize a competitive University hockey team that will represent UMF in competitino with the Central Maine Collegiate Conference. |
| Contact | Jennifer Pageot |
| e-Mail | jennifer.pageot@maine.edu |
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| Description | The purpose of the UMF Honors Club is to promote the interdisciplinary nature of the honors program at UMF. The club will offer off campus educational opportunities as well as an environment for those who wish to seek out new educational opportunities, and have fun, interdisciplinary field trips. The club will bring speakers or programs to campus to promote interdisciplinary educational opportunities. |
| Contact | Melissa Clawson |
| e-Mail | melissa.clawson@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7168 |
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| Description | The club brings students and faculty from around the world together in a relaxed social setting. We go on trips, play games, celebrate international holidays, and learn about each other and eath other's contries by talking and being together. |
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| Description | The newly formed UMF Natural Science Club is for anyone interested in the sciences. Club events include a variety of field trips, speakers, films, and other activities of interest to all the scientific disciplines. Additionally, the club aims to engage in community outreach that draws on the members' scientific knowledge. The club also sponsors social events which bring together UMF students and faculty interested in the sciences. The new science club offers excellent opportunities for first year students to become genuine contributors. |
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| Description | The purpose of the Otaku Club is to provide an environment where the community and students can learn more about the pop culture phenomena known as "anime" and "manga" along with educating one another about the culture of Japan and other Asian countries. |
| Contact | Sarah Maline |
| e-Mail | maline@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7002 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~otakuclub/ |
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| Description | To promote interest in the various aspects of science. |
| Contact | David Heroux |
| e-Mail | david.heroux@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7368 |
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| Description | The purpose of UMF Stitch and Bitch is to promote knitting and other needle arts in the UMF community |
| Contact | Sarah Otley |
| e-Mail | sotley@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-8130 |
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| Description | The UMF Tennis Team is a co-ed club for anyone interested in playing tennis. The experience of our players ranges from people who have never played to people ranked top in states. The Tennis Team is all about having fun! They practice during fall season and will have matches in the spring. |
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| Description | The UMFUDC will function as a Co-ed Ultimate Team in the Fall and will split into Open (Men's) and Women's teams in the Spring. In both the Spring and the Fall, the UMFUDC will compete against other Ultimate Teams both at the college and club level in both tournaments and single matches. The purpose is to help the spread of the sport of Ultimate Disc, as well as to provide a safe, fun environment in which students can get exercise and compete as a team. |
| Contact | Julia Daly |
| e-Mail | dalyj@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7403 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~ultimate/ |
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| Description | The purpose fo the UFM Lacrosse Club will be to provide a time, place, and necessary equipment ot engage in the activity, titled lacrosse. When engaged in the activity, it will follow the rules established for men's lacrosse teams. The hope will be to foster physical wellness, and feelings of self-confidence/responsibility un the university community. |
| Contact | Cyndi Pratt |
| e-Mail | cynthia.pratt@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7147 |
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| Description | The purpose of VOX is to give a voice to women of all ages, races, and economic status through socially aware, progressive, cultural, educational and recreational programming pertaining to women, feminism, women's rights, and women's studies, to include discussion groups, speakers, activism, and other events open to the UMF campus and community. To disperse educational information to students and the community at large, in the form of literature, pamphlets, art and spoken word. To aid students in using their political voice, and becoming active on feminist issues. To fund the printing of Ripple, the fiminist publication on campus, and assist with its distribution throughout the UMF campus and community. |
| Contact | Julianna Acheson |
| e-Mail | julianna.acheson@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7162 |
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| Description | WUMF's purpose is to introduce a variety of music to the listening community which is not currently available through commercial radio sources. To maintain a working relationship with record companies and distributors. This station is obligated to comply with promotional record leasing rules and provides uo-to-date local and national information to UMF students. WUMF will introduce new bands and unique forms of musical expression through broadcasting, concerts, dances and other public displays. |
| Contact | Maya Kasper |
| e-Mail | kasper@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7346 |
| Website | http://wumf.umf.maine.edu |
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| Description | The purpose of this club is to allow the student body to play the international game of rugby. It helps the students become active outside the basic studies of college and is open to any women who has paid the UMF Student Activity Fee. |
| Contact | Kirsten Swan |
| e-Mail | kswan@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7347 |
| Website | http://studentorgs.umf.maine.edu/~grrlsrulerugby/ |
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| Description | The purpose of this club is to provide experienced wrestlers a place to continue the sport and to give interested students a safe place to learn the sport. The club will also provide a place to interact with other students and will encourage physical fitness and health. |
| Contact | Frank Roberts |
| e-Mail | froberts@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7215 |
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| Description | The purpose of the Writer's Guild is to provide activities of interest to student writers at UMF. It will sponsor the appearances of visiting writers on campus. The Visiting Writers Series will consist of distinguished, published authors, at least one in each of the three genres (poetry, fiction, non-fiction) per semester. These writers will be paid a stipend from the Student Activity Fee fund as necessary. It will serve as link between visiting writers and UMF students, particularly Bachelor of Fine Arts in creative writing majors. It will publish the Sandy River Review twice per year: once in the fall semester, and once in the spring semester, as outlined in Articles IX and X. It will provide a forum for student writers to read their works at meetings and through other methods. |
| Contact | Pat O'Donnell |
| e-Mail | podonnel@maine.edu |
| Phone | 778-7419 |
