Student Success
& Advising
Advising is a partnership! Together we’ll help you reach your educational goals!
Engineering Programs
During your first and sophomore years, Student Success Advocates serve as your primary advisors. They help you navigate academic, personal, and social challenges while connecting you with key UMaine resources. You’ll also be paired with a Faculty Mentor in your major who introduces you to research opportunities, career paths, and industry insights.
As you enter your junior and senior years, a Faculty Advisor becomes your primary academic guide, offering focused support with course selection, degree requirements, and professional preparation. Student Success Advocates remain available throughout your college experience to connect you with tutoring, mental health services, and other support resources.
Majors Supported
Civil & Environmental Engineering
Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Physics
Chemical & Biomedical
Engineering
Electrical & Computer Engineering
Contact
5796 AMC Building, Room 231
Orono, ME 04469
mcec.ssac@maine.edu
Support Team
Arieana Mangra
Elizabeth Bushnell
Isaac Cortez
Undeclared & Pre Engineering
MCEC is dedicated to supporting all students on their path to a successful engineering career. We offer tailored advising for Pre-Engineering and Undeclared Engineering students during their foundational years.
Your Advising Path
If you’re a Pre-Engineering student, you’re building the academic foundation needed to declare an engineering major. Your primary advisor will be a professional staff member. They’ll help you navigate your courses and connect you with resources to meet major qualifications. You’ll gain a Faculty Mentor once you declare your major.
For Undeclared Engineering students, you’ve met the general admission qualifications but are still exploring your interests. A professional staff member will be your main advisor, guiding you through course selection and helping you clarify your goals. We encourage you to declare a major by the end of your first semester, or no later than your second. After declaring, you’ll be paired with a Faculty Mentor in your chosen field.
Your Professional advisor offers ongoing support through the MCEC Student Success and Advising Center and connects you with resources like tutoring and mental health services. As you advance to your junior and senior years, a Faculty Advisor in your declared major becomes your primary academic guide, offering specialized support with course selection, degree requirements, and career preparation.
Contact
Stevens Hall, Room 125
william.osmer@maine.edu
207.581.1860
Contact
5796 AMC Building, Room 210
Tel: 207.581.2217
laurief@maine.edu
Support Team
Bill Osmer
Academic Advisor and Student Success Instructor
Laurie Fullerton
Engineering Technology Programs
In your first year, the SET Office and First-Year Advisor are your primary points of contact, guiding you through academic planning and helping you navigate personal and social challenges. They connect you with key UMaine resources to support a smooth transition into college life.
From sophomore year onward, your Faculty Advisor becomes your main academic resource, offering expert guidance on course selection, research, career paths, and degree requirements. The SET Office continues to support you throughout your journey, helping you access tutoring, mental health services, and other campus resources.
Majors Supported
Construction Engineering Technology
Electrical Engineering Technology
Mechanical Engineering Technology
Surveying Engineering Technology
Contact
5711 Boardman Hall, Room 119
Orono, Maine 04469-5711
Tel: (207) 581-2340
um.set@maine.edu
Support Team
Erin Wight
Kayla Bouchard
Erin Ellis
School of Computing and Information Science Programs
Students in the School of Computing and Information Science (SCIS) are primarily advised by a Faculty Advisor, who offers academic guidance, assists with course planning, and provides insight into career paths, research opportunities, and industry trends.
Additional support is available through the MCEC Student Success and Advising Center (SSAC) and The College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) Advising & Academic Services Center, which help with academic planning, connect students to tutoring and campus services, and assist in navigating university policies. Together, these resources offer both specialized faculty mentorship and broad-based student support.
Majors Supported
Computer Science
Human Centered Technology Design
New Media
Contact
5711 Boardman Hall, Room 348
Orono, ME 04469
Tel: 207.581.2188
Support Team
Velma Figgins
Karen Kidder
As a student, you play a crucial role in your own success.
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MCEC KNACK Tutoring Center
UMaine students can now access FREE tutoring through Knack, a digital platform that facilitates requests, communication, and scheduling with peer tutors. The platform offers flexible scheduling and a broader range of courses.
To get started, create a Knack account and download the app for Android or iOS at Knack using your MaineStreet credentials. For more details, check out the FAQ section on our website. Interested in tutoring? Visit our “Become a Tutor” page for opportunities.
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