Paula Doughty '74, who was named high school field hockey coach of the year by the National Federation of State High School Associations in 2008 and coach of the year by the National High School Coaches Association in 2004, led the Skowhegan High School field hockey team to yet another State Class A title -- and in the same season gave one man stricken with leukemia a better shot at surviving.
Ryan Low '97 presented awards to Alison Hagerstrom '73, Lou Hight, Charlotte Warren '94 and Chandler Woodcock '78 at the annual ceremony held this year in the Emery Community Arts Center during Family, Friends and Alumni Fall Fest weekend.
“College bonds are glue for four field hockey coaches" reports on the success and connections among high school field hockey coaches, UMF alumni and former teammates Terry Barnes, Dede Frost, Dagny Leland and Michelle Martin-Moore.
Kalikow, who has served UMF as president for 18 years and is the longest-serving UMF president since the Farmington school became a four-year college in 1945, will retire on June 30, 2012.
The UMF Stevens Scholarship, worth $3,000 per year, will be available to first-year applicants from Maine with the best grades in challenging academic programs through their junior year in high school, beginning in fall 2012.
The University of Maine at Farmington has a long tradition of opening the first door to higher education for students who may not have otherwise had the opportunity. We want every qualified student to have the opportunity for the UMF experience without barriers created by price.
A life-changing education is essential but expensive. Over 85 percent of UMF’s students seek financial aid. We must meet this need. The Leadership Starts Here! Scholarship Campaignwill increase scholarship funds that invest in the future of talented students.
Many alumni can remember the people in their lives who made their college education possible. We want to continue making a difference in students’ lives and together, with your help, we will. Recall what the Farmington experience meant for you when considering a gift to help. Online giving is easy or contact Ms. Pat Carpenter ’82, UMF director of gift planning & stewardship, at 207-778-7091.
When considering a gift to help, recall what the Farmington experience meant for you. For ways to give or to use your credit card, please call 207-778-7090.