Saint Joseph's College of Maine facts for kids
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| Motto | Fortitudo et Spes |
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Motto in English
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Courage and Hope |
| Type | Private college |
| Established | 1912 |
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Religious affiliation
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Roman Catholic |
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Academic affiliations
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Space-grant |
| Endowment | $17 Million |
| President | Joseph L. Cassidy |
| Students | 1,987 (Fall 2019) |
| Undergraduates | 1,317 (Fall 2019) |
| Postgraduates | 670 (Fall 2019) |
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United States
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| Campus | 447 acres (181 ha) |
| Colors | Royal Blue & White |
| Nickname | Monks |
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Sporting affiliations
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NCAA Division III GNAC, NAC |
| Website | sjcme.edu |
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Saint Joseph's College of Maine is a private Catholic college. It is located in Standish, Maine, in the United States. This college is special because it is the only Catholic college in the state of Maine.
The college was started in 1912 by a group called the Sisters of Mercy. At first, it was in Portland, Maine. In 1956, it moved to its beautiful spot by a lake in Standish. In 1970, both boys and girls could attend the college. A few years later, in 1976, they started offering online classes. Now, Saint Joseph's College Online helps about 2,400 students. These students live in all 50 states and even in nine other countries.
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What Can You Study?
At Saint Joseph's College, students can choose from over 40 different main subjects (majors) and smaller subjects (minors). Classes are usually small, with about 14 students. This means teachers can give more attention to each student. There are 11 students for every teacher.
The college offers programs in many areas. These include arts, sciences, and professional fields. Some of the most popular things to study are nursing, business, education, and biology.
Online Learning and Support
Through Saint Joseph's College Online, about 2,400 students take classes from home. They can earn bachelor's and master's degrees, as well as other certificates. Students get lots of help, like online tutors and a tech support team. They can even take classes on campus during the summer if they want to.
Quality Check: How the College is Approved
Saint Joseph's College is checked and approved by the New England Commission of Higher Education. This means the college meets high standards for teaching and learning. The nursing program also has special approval from the Maine State Board of Nursing. This shows it is a great place to study nursing. Other programs, like elementary education, are also approved by the state of Maine.
Life as a Student
Special Groups for Smart Students
- Delta Epsilon Sigma is a national honor society. It's for students at Catholic colleges who do very well in their studies. Saint Joseph's College has had a chapter of this group since 1950.
- Sigma Theta Tau International is an honor society for nursing students. It helps nurses learn more and share their knowledge. This group wants to make healthcare better for everyone. The Kappa Zeta Chapter-at-large started at Saint Joseph's College in 1988.
Sports and Teams
The sports teams at Saint Joseph's College are called the Monks. They play in NCAA Division III. This means they are very competitive, but student-athletes focus on both sports and their studies.
The college has many sports teams, including:
- Soccer
- Track and field
- Volleyball (for women)
- Swimming
- Basketball
- Golf
- Field hockey
- Baseball
- Softball
- Lacrosse
- Cross country
The Monks are part of the Great Northeast Athletic Conference (GNAC). Besides official teams, students can join fun club sports. These include dance, cheerleading, ice hockey, and ultimate Frisbee. The college has a great athletic center. It has a gym, an indoor track, a pool, and a room for dance.
The college's baseball team has been very successful. In 2012, they were ranked 14th in the country for Division III. In 2013, they moved up to 9th after winning a big game!
Where Students Live
The college has eleven different buildings where students can live. These are called residence halls.
Famous People Who Went Here
Many interesting people have studied at Saint Joseph's College.
Writing and Media
- Randy Freer (graduated 1982): He used to be in charge of FOX Sports Network and later was the CEO of Hulu, a popular streaming service.
- Pat DeCola (graduated 2009): A writer for FOXSports.com.
- Andrea Gibson: A famous slam poet and activist.
Sports Stars
- Charlie Furbush: A professional baseball pitcher who played for the Seattle Mariners.
Education and Helping Others
- Marilyn Lacey: A religious sister who started a group called Mercy Beyond Borders. She helps refugees around the world. In 2001, she was honored by the Dalai Lama for her amazing work.
Politics
- Bonnie Newman: Involved in politics and education.
More to Explore
- Timeline of women's colleges in the United States
- Great Northeast Athletic Conference
- North Atlantic Conference
- List of NCAA Division III institutions
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- Frank Fixaris
