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Celebrating the U.S. Constitution

Celebrating the U.S. Constitution

| September 17, 2012

September 17th may not be a well-known holiday… But it IS nationally recognized as an important day in U.S. History. News Source 8′s Jenna Callari has more on U.S. Constitution Day.

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UMPI Kicks Fitness Week Into High Gear

UMPI Kicks Fitness Week Into High Gear

| September 12, 2012

Its never too late to start a regular fitness routine. Shawn Cunningham reports on how the University of Maine at Presque Isle is including good health habits as part of its curriculum.

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Signs of Change

Signs of Change

| September 5, 2012

Two schools of higher learning are getting an education in collaboration. Shawn Cunningham explains why its good business to cross promote with your competition.

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New Book By UMPI Professor Examines Slaves For Hire

New Book By UMPI Professor Examines Slaves For Hire

| August 29, 2012

An UMPI Professor has penned a thought-provoking new book on slavery for hire in antebellum America. The book will be out in October, but the author sat down with our Shawn Cunningham to discuss its relevance to American History then and now.

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UMPI Professor to Study in Poland

UMPI Professor to Study in Poland

| August 29, 2012

Many of us don’t know what silicoflaggellates are and we probably couldn’t begin to guess. But one professor at UMPI has made a career studying them – and is headed overseas to continue his research. News Source 8′s Katie Zarrilli caught up with Kevin McCartney the day before his adventure began.

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