News
March 09, 2021
Unity College’s Role in Addressing Environmental Issues
Greetings! As a Unity College alum, you are keenly aware of the institution’s mission rooted in environmental and sustainability science. Preparing students to graduate and go on to tackle pressing environmental challenges is at the core of our ethos. Environmental issues impact all people in some capacity, and some more than others. More so, they… Read more »
March 04, 2021
May 2021 Commencement
As we continue to navigate an unprecedented time, I understand that early communication is crucial with regard to our intention for the May 2021 commencement ceremony. Commencement is an important time of celebration for you, your loved ones, and all of us who work to support you throughout your time at Unity College and beyond. After much… Read more »
March 02, 2021
The State of Higher Education and Unity College
Greetings! We know industries across the country are suffering as a result of the ongoing pandemic. Daily, we are inundated with news stories about closing businesses and organizations struggling to navigate these unprecedented times. Higher education is no different in that regard, and students are questioning their next steps. What is different however, is that… Read more »
February 25, 2021
Reenvisioning Higher Education: A Conversation with Dr. Melik Khoury
Reenvisioning Higher Education: A Conversation with Dr. Melik Khoury
February 23, 2021
Environmental DNA: Using Ecosystems as Crime Labs
The World Today In a world that is changing quickly under the strain of climate change, expansion, and loss of habitat—all of which threaten biodiversity—it is vital to have tools that help us understand how those changes occur, what is changing, and what remains the same. That information allows scientists to explain the danger to organisms… Read more »
February 23, 2021
Celebrating the Work of Black Environmentalists
Greetings! During Black History Month, I would like to bring to the forefront the contributions of several Black environmentalists who have made an impact not only with their work, but also through their representation in the environmental field. There continues to be a significant lack of representation of minority populations in environmental and sustainability fields,… Read more »
February 16, 2021
Join us for a Virtual Green Jobs Fair
Greetings! For over 30 years, Unity College has been home to the largest environmental career fair in New England. Employers from across the state of Maine and beyond join us every year in an effort to recruit Unity College interns and employees. Perhaps you remember landing a job or internship as a result of… Read more »
February 11, 2021
What is it like to be a hybrid learning student?
Hello – my name is Amy! I am one of Unity College’s Hybrid Learning Ambassadors!I am a junior at Unity College! By 2022, I hope to complete my bachelor’s degree as a double major in Adventure Therapy and Adventure-Based Environmental Education, as well as my Environmental Interpretation and Education minor. Unity College has introduced several… Read more »
February 09, 2021
9 Shocking Tips to Help You Avoid Student Debt
After years of high school education, many young students are anxious to jump into their college degree programs. Yet before they can open the door to their learning, they must figure out how they can pay for it. Many are quick to sign up for student loans without thinking of the far-reaching consequences. Getting through college… Read more »
February 09, 2021
Unity College Alumni in the News
Greetings! This week’s letter highlights the accomplishments and work of several Unity College alumni who have been in the news recently. Our alumni are the manifestation of the Unity College mission, and you continue to put your skills and knowledge into practice doing important work in the areas of environmental sustainability, conservation, and… Read more »
February 03, 2021
Tyler Sirois ’19
“Introduce yourself to the professionals who come to speak in your class or participate in scenarios. Agencies like to put a face to a name – they want to know you.”
February 02, 2021
How to Be More Sustainable: 5 Life Tips
Protecting the environment is quickly becoming something that people think about every day. The impact of our actions on the environment is being more clearly seen, and the internet makes it easier than ever to see how far-reaching that impact is. “Sustainability is a term that focuses on limiting your environmental impact so you can take measures to protect… Read more »
February 02, 2021
Winter Fun at the Campus Store!
Greetings! The campus store serves as a vital hub of any college community, and it is no different at Unity College. While a student at Unity College, you may have spent some time at the campus store looking for fun Unity College branded items or picking up a snack between classes. Maybe you even… Read more »
January 27, 2021
Unity College welcomes new Chief Sustainability Officer
Melissa Couture brings with her an abundance of experience in strategic operations leadership, data-driven decision-making With sustainability at the heart of its mission, one of the most pivotal roles at Unity College is its Chief Sustainability Officer, someone who not only oversees the College’s nationally recognized green initiatives, but also serves as a leader… Read more »
January 26, 2021
5 High Paying Jobs You Can Get Without a Degree
Attaining a college degree can feel out of reach. The amount of time and the potential cost of a degree can make it feel impossible. Many young adults wonder if a degree is even necessary, or if they can meet their career goals without one. Is it possible to earn a good income without a… Read more »
January 26, 2021
Please Complete the Alumni Survey
Greetings! As always, I hope this message finds you and your loved ones safe and healthy as we wrap up the first month of 2021. During the holiday season, it was a pleasure to reconnect with many of you as you engaged with Unity College in a variety of ways. It is always exciting to… Read more »
January 26, 2021
How to Work… In Abundance
Abundant leaders are decisive, creative, collaborative, reflective, consistent, and empathetic. While the style of leadership they bring is often counterintuitive within higher education, it is crucial to the success of the Enterprise Model and Unity Environmental University. How does “leadership in abundance” look in practice at Unity Environmental University? The list below outlines our approach…… Read more »
January 19, 2021
Are You SMART? How SMART Goals are the Key to Success
Every person has a different definition of what success looks like. Whatever that definition may be, to set yourself up for that success, you need a plan. To achieve that plan, it helps to have goals. “Writing down vague, unattainable goals can derail motivation very quickly. To make sure your goals are motivating and effective,… Read more »
January 14, 2021
Celebrating the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Greetings! On this day, we celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. While many are familiar with Dr. King’s leadership in the 20th century American civil rights movement, his influence reaches far beyond this important work. Dr. King was a change agent for good and dedicated his life to be… Read more »
January 12, 2021
A Moment of Reflection, A Feeling of Hope
Greetings! As I begin my ninth year with Unity College, and in the spirit of a new calendar year, I would like to use this week’s letter as an opportunity to reflect on where Unity College came from and where it is going. Most importantly, I would like to make note of how we’ve arrived at… Read more »
