URock Talks

Student Spotlight: Misty Ward, BA Mental Health & Human Services

Mon, 09 Mar 2026 19:18:54 GMT

Tune in to this episode of URock Talks, where we ask Misty Ward about her journey at UMA as a Mental Health and Human Services student. Misty talks about the services available to neurodivergent students, her experience as a non-traditional student, and how her prior experience in the field has benefited her studies. Check out this episode to learn more!

Jenn Dobranski - Small Business Advisor

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:34:22 GMT

Tune in to listen to Jenn Dobranski and UMA Rockland Center director Chip Curry discuss small business advising resources available at URock!

Dori Leadbetter, TRIO/Financial Aid Advisor

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 19:01:49 GMT

In this week's episode, UMA Rockland Center Director Chip Curry interviews our MEOC/Financial Aid advisor, Dori Leadbetter. Dori is a skilled advisor who speaks from a place of personal experience. Like many at UMA, Dori went to college later in life. Her own TRIO/MEOC advisor was invaluable when she was pursuing her degree. Upon graduation, Dori decided to become an MEOC advisor herself to give that gift back to the community. Tune in to hear more about financial aid resources and Dori’s journey.

Dr Christopher Lage and Dr Jennifer Long

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:36:11 GMT

Tune in to learn more about Dr. Christopher Lage and Dr. Jennifer Long, two of our on-site faculty members at UMA Rockland Center, as they discuss pathways for students in the biological sciences. Professor Lage is a professor of biology and marine sciences whose primary area of research involves the use of DNA technology to investigate wildlife populations around Maine. Professor Long teaches both biology and conservation biology, and her primary areas of interest are ecology and conservation. If you are interested in learning more about these fields or you are curious about careers in the biological sciences, be sure to give this episode of URock Talks a listen!