Campus News

Northern Maine Community College is introducing three new academic programs beginning this fall, developed in direct response to feedback from regional industry partners and designed to prepare students for in-demand careers.  The new offerings include a Certified Dietary Manager certificate, a Tech Prep certificate, and an Administrative Professional associate in applied science.… Read More

Northern Maine Community College recognized student and faculty achievement during its annual Night of Excellence ceremony held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026, in the Edmunds Conference Center.  The event brought together students, faculty, staff and families to celebrate academic excellence, leadership, and contributions to the NMCC community.  Joshua Scheff, a student in network administration and cybersecurity, was named Student… Read More

Joshua Scheff, a student in Northern Maine Community College’s Network Administration and Cybersecurity program, has been named Student of the Year in recognition of his academic excellence, leadership and service to the campus community.  Each year, one student from each of Maine’s seven community colleges is selected for the honor and recognized… Read More

Brittany never imagined herself following a traditional college path. After completing high school online, her parents encouraged her to continue her education, and she enrolled at Maine Maritime Academy for engineering. After one semester, she realized it was not the right fit. Following a medical separation from the Navy due… Read More

More than 600 job seekers attended the 2026 Job Fair at Northern Maine Community College, marking the largest turnout in recent years.  Participants included current NMCC students, alumni, local high school students, and members of the broader community. Attendees connected with nearly 70 employers representing a wide range of industries, including health care, skilled trades,… Read More

Northern Maine Community College’s registered nursing program has been ranked No. 2 in Maine for 2025 by NursingExplorer.com, a national education resource that evaluates nursing programs based on graduate success on licensure examinations.  The NMCC program earned the recognition with a 96.60% weighted average pass rate on the National Council… Read More

Northern Maine Community College hosted the Spring 2026 Phi Theta Kappa Induction Ceremony for the Alpha Phi Epsilon Chapter at 6 p.m. Wednesday, March 18, recognizing the academic achievement and leadership potential of newly inducted student members. Established in 1918 by Missouri two-year college presidents, Phi Theta Kappa International Honor… Read More

As a fully online student at Northern Maine Community College, Sarah DeMerchant brings a unique perspective to the Business Administration program. She chose NMCC knowing the skills and knowledge gained through the program would create a strong foundation for a wide range of career opportunities. Now a senior, Sarah is… Read More

Students from Northern Maine Community College earned top honors at the 2026 SkillsUSA Maine State Leadership and Skills Conference, posting strong results in competitive events that showcased technical skill and workforce readiness in high-demand trades. In Electrical Construction Wiring (college division), Electrical Construction and Maintenance student Robbie Poiesz earned a… Read More