About the chapter
Maine SSN was launched in 2012 with engaged scholars from public and private colleges and universities. As Maine is a geographically expansive state with strong participatory traditions, we meet in different locales, often in conjunction with civic organizations. Among our interests are tax policy, policies promoting opportunity for the poor and middle class, health care, immigration, and challenges for American democracy. Members contribute to a biweekly column and blog, Research Shows, in the Bangor Daily News.
Leaders
- Democracy & Governance
- Education
- Public Health
- Religion & Values
University of Maine
- Civic Engagement
- Democracy & Governance
- Immigration
University of Maine
Members
- Civic Engagement
- Environment & Energy
- Gender & Sexuality
University of Maine at Farmington
- Democracy & Governance
- Civic Engagement
- Public Health
- Gender & Sexuality
- Economy
- Labor
University of Maine
- Children & Families
- Education
- Health Care
Aroostook County Action Program
Latest Contributions
The Case for a Different Kind of Climate Action
Commentary,
Latest in the News
"The Jan. 6 Capitol Attacks Offer a Reminder – Distrust in Government Has Long Been Part of Republicans’ Playbook," Amy Fried (with ), The Conversation, February 9, 2022.
"Federal COVID Funding Will Reach All of Us," Luisa S. Deprez (with ), Columnists, Centralmaine.com, November 30, 2021.
"Penobscot County Should Build Housing, Not Expand Its Jail," Brian Pitman, Bangor Daily News, November 29, 2021.
Alan Berry quoted on not prescribing to the notion that there is only one way to teach media literacy, but thinking media literacy education is strongest when it’s linked to participation and activism, "Media Literacy Education in 2021: Holistic Curriculum or Fake News Spotting?" EdSurge Independent, 2021.
Alan Berry quoted on identifying the principles of journalism and how to ethically and effectively share stories and information with your community. , "Community Journalism: Basic Principles for Effective Storytelling" Young African Leaders Initiative