On May 20, members of the Class of 1959 gathered for a heartfelt dedication in memory of their classmate Chuck Peddle, widely recognized as the Father of the Personal Computer. https://rb.gy/ecr0up Two benches were donated by the class and placed outside Ferland Hall to honor Peddle’s legacy. The informal ceremony at Buchanan Alumni House included reflections on his remarkable career, highlighted by Peddle's 2019 UMaine Alumni Career Award tribute video and a presentation by Don Cookson ’59. (fb)

2025 Alumni Achievement Award Spotlight | Dr. Sean Sibley ’14, ’15 C.G.S., ’18G, ’19 C.G.S., ’24 Ph.D. | Spirit of Maine Achievement Award Recipient Dr. Sean Sibley, a first-generation college graduate is the 2025 Spirit of Maine Award recipient, recognized for his remarkable impact on healthcare, education, and the UMaine community. As a Clinical Assistant Faculty member and Family Nurse Practitioner Program Coordinator at UMaine’s School of Nursing, Dr. Sibley leads with compassion and innovation. From providing inclusive care for LGBTQ+ students and those facing mental health challenges to directing a $1.9M federal grant to expand Maine’s nursing workforce, Sean’s work is shaping the future of healthcare in Maine and beyond. A mentor, advocate, and award-winning educator, Sean embodies the Spirit of Maine through his dedication to student success, scholarly excellence, and public service. Thank you to Northern Light Eastern Maine Medical Center, for sponsoring this award! Watch his award video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hmJxXr8V-IM (fb)