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SMCC Receives Generous Donation to Support Working CNAs Pursuing Higher Education

SMCC proudly announces a significant donation from philanthropist Caron Chess to bolster the educational opportunities for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs) pursuing higher education in the Health Science pathway. The generous contribution of $50,000 aims to provide scholarships to current CNAs who are SMCC students and are seeking to advance their careers through education. Caron Chess’… More »

SMCC honors Transgender Day of Remembrance

Monday, November 20 is Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR). TDOR was started in 1999 by Gwendolyn Ann Smith as a vigil to honor the memory of Rita Hester, a transgender woman who was killed in 1998. This vigil has transformed into TDOR, an annual observance to honor all the transgender people lost to violence. On… More »

SMCC and the University of Maine at Farmington strengthen partnership by adding 15 articulation agreements

Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) and the University of Maine at Farmington (UMF) are proud to announce the signing of 15 new articulation agreements that allow SMCC students to seamlessly transfer to programs at UMF and continue their educational journey. Transfer agreements, also known as articulation agreements, allow students to strategically plan their college education… More »

SMCC CNMS program to Host the Animation Show of Shows

SOUTH PORTLAND, MAINE – Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) is delighted to announce that it will host the 19th Annual Animation Show of Shows on Wednesday, November 15, at 6 p.m. This animation festival will take place at the Jewett Auditorium on the South Portland Campus and showcase a selection of 16 animated shorts from… More »

SMCC celebrates community with the 2023 A Light on the Point

SOUTH PORTLAND, Maine – Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) held the 2023 A Light on the Point celebration on Thursday, November 2, recognizing those who have positively impacted the greater SMCC community. This year, the SMCC Foundation celebrated Alum of the Year, Jon Smith of Great Falls Construction, Co-Staff Members of the Year Wendy Laverdiere and… More »

November is Advising Month

Did you know? As of Wednesday, November 1 at 6 a.m., all current students can sign up for Spring 2024 classes! Monday, October 30 (starting at 6 a.m.): Spring 2024 Degree-seeking students with 30+ credits & veterans Wednesday, November 1 (starting at 6 a.m.): Spring 2024 Degree-seeking students with less than 30 credits Monday, November… More »

SMCC Grounds Supervisor Jeff Kelley returns after surviving a life-threatening ordeal

Jeff Kelley, a grounds supervisor at SMCC, returned to work months after fighting a life-threatening infection, losing a limb and enduring a grueling recovery. Jeff’s career at SMCC began in June 2017. He transitioned from a successful career in owning his lawn care company to seeking seasonal stability and the chance to serve his community… More »

Fall enrollment up 16% at Maine’s community colleges, SMCC up 20%

AUGUSTA, ME (MCCS) — Enrollment at Maine’s community colleges hit a historic high of 19,477 students this fall, surpassing the record set in 2011 and up 16 percent from last year. Enrollment was boosted by a new tuition-free scholarship for recent high school graduates, expanded nursing programs statewide, more than 700 short-term workforce students moving… More »

SMCC to dedicate new Marine Science boat, Research Vessel Charlie Hall

South Portland, Maine — Southern Maine Community College (SMCC) is proud to announce the dedication of its new Marine Science training boat, Research Vessel (R/V) Charlie Hall. The vessel, a 28-foot Terry Jason boat, represents a significant addition to SMCC’s Marine Science program, providing students with valuable real-world, hands-on experience and enhancing the College’s capacity for… More »

SMCC to host Transfer Fair Tuesday, October 17

Colleges and universities in Maine and from across New England will be on hand at the fall Southern Maine Community College Transfer Fair where students can learn about transfer opportunities after graduation. The fair is scheduled from 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, October 17 in the Campus Center. The fair allows students to do some… More »