College-age women who were bullied in middle or high school continue to feel a range of negative emotions, including anxiety and lack of self-confidence, years after their experiences. But according to a new study from researchers at the University of Maine, some are also able to find positive gains and growth, as they feel pride at overcoming being bullied and moving forward with their lives as young adults.

After nearly two decades of research and several high-profile incidents in recent years, hazing has become a major public health concern in higher education. Yet much work remains for those seeking to prevent hazing from happening in the first place. A new study from two University of Maine researchers examined readiness to implement a comprehensive hazing prevention plan among a small cohort of U.S. universities.

The first thing Gabriella Santa Cruz did after deciding to enroll at Southern Maine Community College was to find out whether she could live in student housing on campus.

"This time of year is particularly stressful," University of Maine Counseling Center Director, Angela Fileccia, said. Mental health in college students is getting worse, according to a Healthy Minds Study published last year in the Journal of Affective Disorders. A survey of more than 350,000 college students found more than 60 percent had at least one mental health problem during the 2020-2021 school year.

We know what works to help student parents afford childcare. Communities can learn from this Maine program. 

Inside Maine’s maximum-security lockup, Leo Hylton is giving a tour. Thirteen undergraduates, wearing bright-green lanyards strung with panic buttons, follow closely behind asking questions. Hylton, who is serving 50 years for burglary, robbery, and attempted murder, began his higher education journey here.

The positivity rate remains below the state average but some students and staff are not participating in weekly COVID-19 testing.