Utilizing the Flexible Endowment Program at the University of Maine Foundation to Create a Family Legacy that Celebrates Education and Travel with Multiple Scholarships Honoring Admirable Women
Steve Norton and Abigail Daley When Doris “Dot” Berry Norton died in 1995, her four children—Steve Norton (a member of the UMaine faculty since 1968), Abigail Norton Daley, David Norton, and Robert Norton—wanted to do something special to honor her memory. Dot had...
Professor Nickerson Scholarships Increase With Endowment Growth
A TRUE LEGACY. Thanks to the generosity of Professor John M. Nickerson ’59, for the 2022-2023 academic year, Nickerson scholarships are expected to cover the full cost of in-state tuition at the University of Maine for 22 students, with an additional 6...
Scholarships Open Doors
By not having to focus on finances, she has been able to have a smooth first semester with good grades and is motivated to continue her education. “I am beyond grateful to have received this scholarship which has changed my life and future path,” says Plante.
Scholarships Allow Focus on School
The Hutchinson Center scholarship program is wonderful! Receiving a scholarship enabled me to let go of some of my extra jobs so I could focus more on school. The scholarships gave me and my family significant relief from trying to figure out how to juggle the cost of...
Investing in a Student’s Success
"As a first generation college student, the generosity and dedication of community members are instrumental in helping me realize my career aspirations and goals. You are helping students like me define tomorrow by supporting our journey today." -Dominique DiSpirito...
Cort family creates legacy for University of Maine students
Cort family creates legacy for University of Maine studentsR-L: Rob Cort, Valerie Peer-Cort, Carol Cort, Brad CortThe Cort family’s contribution to the University of Maine starts with a deep connection to the university itself. While a member of the Class of 1980, Rob...