University of Maine Top Questions

My school is best known for its research in forestry, environmental studies, and agricultural studies.

I would say UMaine is best known for the cold weather. Since it is located in Orono the temperatures in winter get really low and the snow builds up really high. Everyone bundles up in the winter and it's nothing unusual for people to be wearing many layers.

The University of Maine has a strong reputation for it's Division 1A Hockey team. People from all over the world come to Umaine for the hockey program. Academically the university is known for its engineering programs, with a lot of graduates pursuing a lifelong career

My school is best known for its engineering program. Another thing its known for is the Umaine hockey team. Other than those two, I don't believe these is anything else.

Umaine is known for being environmentally consciencious, and mostly for its engineering, environmental and science majors.

The University of Maine is know for its College of Engineering. There are many things to do on campus. CAB has some kind of event everynight, however they tend to be boring. There is always a party! Usually at the Frats but you can always find one. OT is the biggest and most expensive place for apartments, but its close to camus and only students live there. The dorms are great for your first year or so, but after that everyone gets an apartment! The rooms are big and they have nice ferniture.

Probably it's Engineering program. It seems to be rigorous and produces quality students. But really, when you tell people you go to UMO, thier first thought is, "Oh, that's a big party school, right?". It's annoying.

Hockey and partying

I think UMaine is best known for hockey.

I think it is best known for its outdoor extra curricular activities, Mainers love to get out and explore. We also have a very well known Engineering department I believe.