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SUMMARY:Mediation and the Process of Conflict Transformation
DESCRIPTION:This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises\, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict\, reflecting on the nature of conflict\, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. \nParticipants will also explore the applications and extensions of the Transformative Mediation model as it applies to the workplace\, town planning\, schools and family conflict. \nIn light of the polarization in the world today\, this mediation program provides a much-needed approach to dialogue that emphasizes how living with our differences is just as important as reaching an agreement.
URL:/calendar/event/mediation-and-the-process-of-conflict-transformation-2/2026-09-22/
LOCATION:Buchanan Alumni House\, 2 Alumni Place\, Orono\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T163000
DTSTAMP:20260727T150253Z
CREATED:20260327T165203Z
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SUMMARY:Mediation and the Process of Conflict Transformation
DESCRIPTION:This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises\, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict\, reflecting on the nature of conflict\, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. \nParticipants will also explore the applications and extensions of the Transformative Mediation model as it applies to the workplace\, town planning\, schools and family conflict. \nIn light of the polarization in the world today\, this mediation program provides a much-needed approach to dialogue that emphasizes how living with our differences is just as important as reaching an agreement.
URL:/calendar/event/mediation-and-the-process-of-conflict-transformation-2/2026-09-23/
LOCATION:Buchanan Alumni House\, 2 Alumni Place\, Orono\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260923T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z
CREATED:20260327T163410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z
UID:10007302-1790188200-1790193600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement
DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here
URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-09-23/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260924T163000
DTSTAMP:20260727T150253Z
CREATED:20260327T165203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150253Z
UID:10007326-1790238600-1790267400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Mediation and the Process of Conflict Transformation
DESCRIPTION:This 40-hour mediation program explores the basic premises\, practices and policies of Mediation and Conflict Transformation. Understanding the underlying assumptions regarding conflict\, reflecting on the nature of conflict\, acquiring communication skills and strategies and fulfilling the requirements to serve on the Maine Court Alternative Dispute Resolution roster all make up essential topics of the course. \nParticipants will also explore the applications and extensions of the Transformative Mediation model as it applies to the workplace\, town planning\, schools and family conflict. \nIn light of the polarization in the world today\, this mediation program provides a much-needed approach to dialogue that emphasizes how living with our differences is just as important as reaching an agreement.
URL:/calendar/event/mediation-and-the-process-of-conflict-transformation-2/2026-09-24/
LOCATION:Buchanan Alumni House\, 2 Alumni Place\, Orono\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260930T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z
CREATED:20260327T163410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z
UID:10007305-1790793000-1790798400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement
DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here
URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-09-30/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z
CREATED:20260327T163410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z
UID:10007308-1791397800-1791403200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement
DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here
URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-10-07/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261014T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z
CREATED:20260327T163410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z
UID:10007311-1792002600-1792008000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement
DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here
URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-10-14/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T150000
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CREATED:20260806T183937Z
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UID:10012767-1792486800-1792508400@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:You Are the Main Character: Artfully Teaching the Science of Reading
DESCRIPTION:In this energizing workshop\, we celebrate teachers as the heroes of every literacy story. Blending humor\, research and practical strategies\, we explore how the science of reading provides the evidence\, and the art of teaching brings it to life. Drawing from research in literacy instruction\, we empower educators to balance data with creativity\, structure with spontaneity and always keep students at the heart of the narrative. \nPresenters:\n-William Dee Nichols\, Professor of Literacy\, University of Maine\n-Chase Young\, Professor of Literacy Education\, Sam Houston State University\n-Timothy Rasinski\, Professor of Literacy Education\, Kent State University \nRegistration information:\n-Early bird registration (before September 18): $175\n-After September 18: $200\n-Registration closes on October 9.\n-Continental breakfast and lunch included \nLink to register: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdHv2Tx_ZvFbIjPQwP4vNZ8qBCyJ1aBwEeouwqj_fZdClgKpw/viewform \nFor more information\, please contact Maine Partnerships in Comprehensive Literacy Coordinator and Senior Trainer Debra Hogate\, debra.hogate@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/you-are-the-main-character-artfully-teaching-the-science-of-reading/
LOCATION:Wells Conferemce Center\, ME\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261020T133000
DTSTAMP:20260914T135551Z
CREATED:20260914T135551Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T135551Z
UID:10013284-1792497600-1792503000@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Grants 101
DESCRIPTION:This workshop provides information and instruction on how to set-up and use Pivot- a funding opportunity database accessible across UMS- along with general strategies on reading funding calls and proposal writing. \nZoom link to event: https://maine.zoom.us/meeting/register/4VWuEFhBTZiGQmZmUZAHvg
URL:/calendar/event/grants-101/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z
CREATED:20260327T163410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z
UID:10007314-1792607400-1792612800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement
DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here
URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-10-21/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261024T130000
DTSTAMP:20260917T191351Z
CREATED:20260917T191351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T191351Z
UID:10013661-1792832400-1792846800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:College of Education and Human Development Alumni and Friends Tailgate
DESCRIPTION:College of Education and Human Development Alumni and Friends Tailgate \nDate/Time/Location: Oct. 24 | 9 a.m.-1 p.m. | Freshies Tailgating Lot B \nDescription: Join faculty\, staff\, alumni and supporters of the College of Education and Human Development for food and refreshments at the college’s annual Homecoming tailgate tent. For more information\, email coehd@maine.edu.
URL:/calendar/event/college-of-education-and-human-development-alumni-and-friends-tailgate/
LOCATION:Freshies Tailgating Lot B\, Orono\, United States
CATEGORIES:Faculty/Staff Development
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T235959
DTSTAMP:20260914T140042Z
CREATED:20260914T140028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T140042Z
UID:10013289-1792972800-1793059199@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Maine Rural School Leadership Network Fall Conference
DESCRIPTION:The 2026 Maine Rural School Leadership Network Fall Conference will give school leaders a chance to visit a rural school\, observe the exciting work being done there\, and meet with other rural school leaders from across the state to discuss the challenges and opportunities of leading a rural school in Maine. Developed in collaboration with the Maine Rural School Principal Community of Practice\, the conference is a professional development opportunity funded by Rural THRIVE\, and open to qualified current or aspiring rural school leaders in Maine. Participants will earn six professional development hours for attending. For more information\, contact Rural THRIVE Leader in Residence Paul Austin\, paul.austin@maine.edu. \nCost: No cost for qualified current or aspiring rural public school leaders in Maine \nRecommended age: Adults (K-12 school leaders and aspiring school leaders)
URL:/calendar/event/maine-rural-school-leadership-network-fall-conference/
LOCATION:North Haven Community School\, 93 Pulpit Harbor Road\, North Haven\, 04853\, United States
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261028T200000
DTSTAMP:20260727T150332Z
CREATED:20260327T163410Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T150332Z
UID:10007317-1793212200-1793217600@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:What’s Next? Planning Your Transition to Retirement
DESCRIPTION:Retiring from a career is a significant emotional and psychological adjustment for many. Many courses and resources address topics such as financial planning for retirement\, legal issues\, and the physical transitions of aging. This course will focus instead on emotional well-being during your retirement transition and next chapter. \nWe will provide skills and resources for social-emotional development to soon-to-retire professionals\, or those newly retired. Enhance resilience and transition-coping skills. Establish new social connections with other course participants. \nRegister online here
URL:/calendar/event/whats-next-planning-your-transition-to-retirement/2026-10-28/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Lectures & Seminars,Online Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Division of Lifelong Learning":MAILTO:um.continuinged@maine.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261204T153000
DTSTAMP:20260727T151308Z
CREATED:20260611T140935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T151308Z
UID:10011925-1796374800-1796398200@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Helping People Change: The Power of Group Work
DESCRIPTION:Groups help to create community to combat loneliness and isolation\, and increase connection and productivity at work\, within health care\, and with personal relationships. \nThis online program will provide an integrated approach and an indispensable tool box for bringing thoughtful\, nurturing\, empowering practice\, and strategy to relationships of all kinds through the facilitation of group work. \nThe assets of group work\, beyond cost effectiveness and reduced isolation for patients and group leaders alike\, can be utilized in many situations: teaching\, team meetings\, retreats\, psychoeducational issues in healthcare\, workshops\, community gatherings\, business settings\, sports teams\, counseling\, religious organizations\, and psychotherapy. \nThe combination of cognitive and experiential learning in this program will leave you with solid understanding\, skill\, and commitment to initiate group work practice in your professional\, personal\, and interpersonal settings. \nYou will become aware of your own responses to your clients\, patients\, students\, colleagues\, friends and family\, and improve your ability to regulate your affect with thought and sound judgment. \nYou will also see the role humor plays in facilitating group work and its connecting force of cohesiveness. \nVisit our website for more information:\nhttps://dll.umaine.edu/online-helping-people-change/
URL:/calendar/event/helping-people-change-the-power-of-group-work-5/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Online Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270316T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270316T133000
DTSTAMP:20260914T135715Z
CREATED:20260914T135715Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T135715Z
UID:10013286-1805198400-1805203800@umaine.edu
SUMMARY:Grants 101
DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide information and instruction on how to set-up and use Pivot- a funding opportunity database accessible across UMS- along with general strategies on reading funding calls and proposal writing. \nZoom link to event: https://maine.zoom.us/meeting/register/dgztZQP-RJyy4JL685bqJw
URL:/calendar/event/grants-101-2/
CATEGORIES:Conferences & Workshops,Faculty/Staff Development,Online Events
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