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Dr. Sylvia Washington Announced as Honored Commencement Speaker

America’s Environmental College is proud to graduate 137 students during this hybrid, in-person, and online event. Just as the college strives to provide students with maximum flexibility in the classroom, it is also ensuring anybody who is unable to attend in-person has the opportunity to watch live online.

Distinguished environmentalist, Dr. Sylvia Washington, will be featured as Unity College’s May ’22 commencement speaker. Dr. Washington is a highly accomplished and successful environmental epidemiologist, environmental engineer, historian, and clinician with over 30 years of research experience working on the impact of industrial pollution on human health.

Accepted Students Day Returns to 90 Quaker Hill Road
On April 2, Unity College Hybrid Learning welcomes accepted students on campus for tours, information sessions, residence hall visits, parent and family Q & A, and more.

Thriving in an Age of Disruption
Insights EDU
Unity College President Dr. Melik Peter Khoury was a panel member of “Thriving in an Age of Disruption” at the Insights EDU Conference presented by Education Dynamics. Along with other higher education experts, Dr. Khoury discussed what he learned from his experience in today’s education landscape and shared valuable insights on what to do moving forward.
Expansion Complete on Pineland Campus
Construction at Freeport Hall
The future home of the Technical Institute for Environmental Professions and other curricular offerings is complete. The newest 33,000 square foot Unity College facility includes HyFlex classrooms and labs.
Classrooms include state-of-the-art technology, dedicated meeting and study spaces, a library annex, and office and work spaces for employees.

Welcome to the Metaverse!
Unity College Distance Education Director of AR/VR Research and Development David Bass-Clark was recently featured on an episode of Maine Calling on Maine Public Radio. David talks about the future of AR/VR in education. He also explains how Unity College uses technology to make our environmental science-based curriculum more accessible than ever before.

Unity College Teams up with Ocean Conservancy to Create Ocean Justice Micro-Course 

Unity College President Dr. Melik Peter Khoury has announced a partnership with Ocean Conservancy that will provide non-credit skills advancement for Ocean Conservancy employees. 

“We historically have focused primarily on credit-bearing, degree-seeking students. This is an evolution in partnership with organizations that already have employees who might not be looking for degrees but are in need of training that provides micro-credentialing,” said Unity College President Dr. Melik Peter Khoury.

Visit Our New Unity College Store!
The Unity College Store is a one-stop-shop for all Unity College branded merchandise and offers eco-conscious and sustainably branded merchandise. New this month, the store is now supporting local businesses by offering Made in Maine merchandise. Take advantage of all we have to offer with 15% off your next order. Enter code “UnityAlumni” at checkout from April 1 to April 30, 2022.*
 
Follow The Unity College Store on Instagram and Facebook to be the first to know when new merchandise arrives in store.
 *This coupon is (i) not redeemable for cash or cash equivalent (including gift cards); (ii) not valid on past purchases; (iii) not valid on applicable sales tax or shipping or handling expenses; (iv) may not be combined with any other coupon or promotional discounts when noted. This offer is subject to change or being discontinued without notice. Unity College is not responsible for typographical or pictorial errors.
Travel responsibly. Travel simply. Surround yourself with nature.
Unity College Sky Lodge is a quaint getaway tucked in Maine’s northwest timber country. As a proud Alum of Unity College, we offer 15% off a stay in one of our Sky Lodge cabin homes. Visit the Sky Lodge webpage and enter the code “UnityAlumni” at check-out (cannot be combined with any other offer).
 
Follow Unity College Sky Lodge on Instagram and Facebook and discover your next adventure.
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