University of Maine at Presque Isle

JMG's College Success Program begins in high school through bridging services. It continues seamlessly through college by providing proactive support to ensure students persist toward the attainment of a degree and/or credentials of value. JMG's College Success Specialists provide students with individualized services, including academic, social, and financial support. Eligible students include those who were part of a JMG program in middle school or high school and youth in foster care or who have been in foster care.

Meet Our Specialist

Kim Dorsey

  • JMG will allow me to have a positive impact in the lives of my students.

  • JMG since 2018

    BS in Physical Education with a concentration in Athletic Training, University of Maine at Presque Isle

    MS in Kinesiology and Physical Education with a concentration in Exercise Science, University of Maine

  • kdorsey@jmg.org

    (207) 768-9651

HOPE & PaS

The Higher Opportunity for Pathways to Employment (HOPE) and Parents as Scholars (PaS) programs offered by the Maine Department of Health and Human Services support eligible parenting Mainers as they pursue training and education beyond high school to achieve their career plans with support from JMG Pathway Navigators.

Carissa Taggett
Pathway Navigator

  • ctaggett@jmg.org

    Carissa.Taggett@maine.gov

    207-200-1508

  • UMaine at Fort Kent, UMaine at Presque Isle, Northern Maine Community College

    Additional: Beal University, RSU 29 Adult Education

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science

  • Because I have a passion for building brighter futures for Maine students.

UMaine Presque Isle Resources

  • Academic Advising

    Al UMPI students get access to an advising team composed of a professional academic advisor and a faculty academic advisor. And together they help track your path to degree completion. It’s part of our Personalized Learning effort.

    Academic Advising

  • Accessibility Resources

    Students Support Services provides assistance for students with documented disabilities. These services are designed to create educational access for students with disabilities at UMPI by providing or coordinating disability accommodations, giving information about the University and available resources to students and families, and educating the campus community.

    Accessibility Resources

  • Career Readiness

    UMPI Career Readiness Office works with students, faculty, and employers to ensure that students are Career Ready. With a degree from the University of Maine at Presque Isle, the career opportunities are endless. From resume writing tips to internship opportunities to job interview skill building, they have a plan in place to help raduates land their dream job.

    Career Readiness

  • Scholarships

    The University of Maine at Presque Isle offers a number of merit-based awards, scholarships, and grants. Most do not require students to show financial need. Additionally, there are scholarship opportunities, such as the Worthington Scholarship Program available regionally, that incoming students may want to explore.

    Scholarships

  • Student Services

    As a UMPI student, you get a wide range of services meant to help support your academic, technological and wellness needs, from Advising to IT to Health Services. They want you to get the most out of your time with us, and utilize all the tools they offer to help prepare you for your future career.

    Student Services

  • Title IX

    Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 is a federal civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in education programs and activities. Under Title IX, discrimination on the basis of sex can include pregnancy discrimination, sexual harassment or sexual violence, such as rape, sexual assault, and sexual coercion.

    Title IX

Address
181 Main Street
Presque Isle, ME 04769