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Located in Portland but serving students and employers statewide, the University of Maine Graduate and Professional Center brings together programs in law, business, and public policy to train the workforce of the future and grow Maine’s economy. The Maine Center and its affiliated programs develop cross-disciplinary, experiential, and market-driven programming for graduate students in its three focus disciplines. We also deliver programming tailored to the evolving needs of Maine’s civic, business, and legal communities.

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Introducing the Maine Center podcast!

“The Greater Good” explores complex and emerging issues in law, business, and public policy. The podcast features Maine Center-affiliated students, alumni, faculty, and outside guests. Visit our podcast page to learn more about this project and listen to the first episodes on information privacy and rural health. Upcoming episode topics include the evolution of the MBA degree, Maine Law’s Refugee and Human Rights Clinic work, and a recent faculty trip to Greenland.

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Featured Course: Certificate in Compliance

Designed for non-lawyers, the Certificate in Compliance addresses the various needs of Maine’s business, not-for-profit, and government sectors, enabling them to navigate the modern regulatory landscape and enhance their prospects for success. Details

Case Studies

How the people and programs of the Maine Center are innovating education and advancing Maine.

Case short title - Rural Lawyer Project

Case short description - Reducing the obstacles rural Mainers face in accessing justice.