Dr. Pamela MacRae, Distance Education Dean of Environmental Conservation and Research and Professor of Fisheries Ecology, was featured in a report about the potential dangers presented by invasive zebra mussels titled: Warning Issued in Maine Over Invasive Mussels Found in Pet Store Products. Dr. MacRae’s expertise is helping to shine a light on a serious issue. This story aired live Wednesday on NECN in Maine, Massachusetts, Connecticut, Vermont and Rhode Island. The report may also be featured on local NBC stations throughout the country.

Last week, Unity College announced a groundbreaking partnership with MetaVRse to launch non-degree micro-courses. MetaVRse is a technology company with a mission to unlock the power of spatial computing for everyone. In alignment with Unity College’s focus on creating access to affordable and flexible education, this partnership allows students to learn cutting edge XR and 3D design and development technology, anywhere, anytime, as part of our new non-degree micro-courses which will include skills in environmental and sustainability fields.