The University of Maine System (UMaine System or UMS) is a

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in the

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Maine Maine () is a state in the New England and Northeastern regions of the United States. It borders New Hampshire to the west, the Gulf of Maine to the southeast, and the Canadian provinces of New Brunswick and Quebec to the northeast and ...

. It was created in 1968 by the

Maine Legislature The Maine Legislature is the state legislature of the U.S. state of Maine. It is a bicameral body composed of the lower house Maine House of Representatives and the upper house Maine Senate. The Legislature convenes at the State House in Augus ...

and consists of eight institutions, each with a distinct mission and regional character. Combined, there are approximately 33,000 students enrolled at these institutions.

Members

Administration

The system's board of trustees consists of 16 members; 15 are appointed by the

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and approved by the

with the Maine Commissioner of Education serving as a member '' ex officio''. Members are appointed for a five-year term and may be reappointed once. A student member of the board is appointed for a single two-year term.

Members

Administration

Chancellors

Notable trustees

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