Brianna Roach ’26 always knew she would be responsible for funding her own education. Growing up in Lisbon Falls, Maine, her father’s ongoing medical challenges meant her mother
How Scholarships Transformed Bri’s Thomas College Journey Read Post »
Donor Stories Student Impact Student Stories Thomas MagazineWhen Ada DiYenno graduated from a large university in New Hampshire in 2023 with a degree in Business Administration and a concentration in Marketing, she was eager
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Computer Science student Calotica Oppong ’26 spent her summer interning with Bangor Savings Bank in their IT department. She used her computer science degree to focus on a project to enhance IT
Career Experience to Put Her Ahead Read Post »
Professional & Career Development Student Stories Thomas MagazineLaura Holden ’25 is graduating this month from Thomas College and already has a job in her field. The Environmental Science graduate will begin her
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Dear Students, Colleagues, Trustees, and Friends of the College, If you know me, you know that I look forward to turning the clocks back each
Welcoming the Solstice Read Post »
Letter from the President
WATERVILLE, Maine, December 2025— Thomas College announced today the launch of a new NASA-supported K–12 robotics initiative funded through the Maine Space Grant Consortium, aimed at
Mackenzie Osborne, Assistant Director of Donor Engagement, is known for her attention to detail and hard work ethic. Mackenzie, an employee of the College for
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Employee RecognitionBy Wallace Savoy ‘24, MBA ‘25 October is a significant month here at Thomas College when preparing students for their careers is of high importance. Recently, Thomas’s Professional and Career Development
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Professional & Career DevelopmentWATERVILLE, Maine, November 2025 — Thomas College has announced an innovative new program, becoming the first Division III school in Maine, the only institution in
Dear Students, Colleagues, Trustees, and Friends of the College, On the first anniversary of my presidency, I am reflecting on a year of rapid change at the College and
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Letter from the PresidentJan Landry, Administrative Assistant for Student Affairs, is known for her compassion and giving nature. Jan, an employee of the College for three years, is
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Employee Recognition
Central Maine is home to a new kind of collaboration — the Central Maine Education Consortium (CMEC) — a purposeful network that brings together higher
Tori Parker ’25 has already landed a full-time teaching job before completing her elementary education degree at Thomas College. As part of the pilot residency
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WATERVILLE, MAINE, October 2025 — Thomas College is proud to announce that Jeff Gosselin, of Lewiston, Maine, has been named to its Board of Trustees.
Thomas College Appoints Alumnus Jeff Gosselin as New Trustee Read Post »
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WATERVILLE, MAINE, October 2025 — Thomas College student Chelsey Cote was recently recognized as a Promising Middle Level Educator presented by the Maine Association for
Thomas College Student Recognized with Maine Education Award Read Post »
Press Release Student StoriesWATERVILLE, MAINE, October 2025 — Thomas College hosted its 22nd Lunder Scholars Golf Invitational last month and raised more than $350,000 for student scholarships. Teams
Jenn Field, Lead Custodian, is known for her supportive and hardworking nature. Jenn, an employee of the College for a year and a half, is
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Employee Recognition
WATERVILLE, MAINE, September 2025 — Thomas College is offering two Fall Open Houses, one on Saturday, October 18, 2025, and the other on Friday, November
Thomas College to Host Fall Open Houses in October and November Read Post »
Press ReleaseWATERVILLE, MAINE, September 2025 — Thomas College welcomed three new faculty members and four new staff members to the community this fall. Faculty includes Dr.
People on the Move: Three Faculty and Four Staff Join Thomas College This Fall Read Post »
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Thomas College was featured in Mainebiz Magazine’s Special Edition Factbook on page 74. The feature spotlights student experiences, new leadership, and exciting initiatives as we
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WATERVILLE, ME, September 2025 — Thomas College cybersecurity professor and expert Dr. Frank Appunn is teaming up with area professionals to host the SecureMaine Conference,
WATERVILLE, MAINE, September 2025 — Thomas College is proud to announce the launch of the Thomas Teaching Cooperative, a bold new residency-based program from the
Dear Students, Colleagues, Trustees, and Friends of the College, For those of us who work in education, the beginning of a new school year is
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Letter from the PresidentWATERVILLE, MAINE, September 2025 — Across New England and the nation, many small colleges are closing or downsizing. But in Waterville, Maine, Thomas College is
Dr. Josh Havelin, Assistant Professor of Chemistry, is known for his attention to detail, his passion for science, and his engaging teaching style. Dr. Havelin,
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Employee RecognitionWhen Reilly Kons ’17 first arrived at Thomas College, he wasn’t entirely sure where his career path would take him. Originally enrolling as a Sports
Alumni Spotlight: Reilly Kons ’17, Executive Director, Brunswick Downtown Association Read Post »
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WATERVILLE, MAINE, August 2025 — School teachers and leaders across the country are facing unprecedented challenges as student mental health needs and classroom behaviors continue
Thomas College Launches New Graduate Course in Neuroaesthetics for Educators Read Post »
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WATERVILLE, MAINE, August 2025— Thomas College is pleased to announce a partnership with Erskine Academy to extend professional and graduate education offerings to their 82
Erskine Academy and Thomas College Announce Preferred Education Partnership Read Post »
Press ReleaseWATERVILLE, MAINE, August 2025 — Thomas College announces it has raised over $3 million dollars within the last 18 months for the Laurie Lachance Leadership
When Matthew Foster M.B.A. ’20 was ten years into his career as Director of Parks and Recreation for the Town of Farmington, a few mentors
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