University of Maine System

The University of Maine System (UMS) is a network of public universities in the U.S. state of Maine. Created in 1968 by the Maine State Legislature, the University of Maine System consists of seven universities, each with a distinct mission and regional character. Combined, there are approximately 34,700 students enrolled at these institutions.

Member universities

Administration

The Board consists of 16 members, 15 of which are appointed by the Governor and approved by the Maine Legislature. The Maine Commissioner of Education serves as a member ex officio. Members are appointed for a five-year term and may be reappointed once. A student member of the Board is appointed for a single two-year term.[1]

Chancellors

Order Name Position(s) Term Began Term Ended Alumnus/na? Reference
Robert Woodbury Chancellor 1986 1993 no
Terry MacTaggart Chancellor 1998 2001 no
Joseph W. Westphal Chancellor 2002 2006 no [2]
Terry MacTaggart Chancellor 2006 2007 no
Richard Pattenaude Chancellor 2007 2012 no
James H. Page Chancellor 2012 active University of Maine at Fort Kent

Notable Trustees

Name Term Began Term Ended Reference
Karl Turner 2011 2016
Gregory G. Johnson 2011 2016
Stephen Bowen 2011 ex officio

References

External links

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