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Welcome to UNE!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A new academic year at UNE is almost here, and I\u2019m excited to welcome you and your student to the year ahead. Whether your student is just beginning their UNE experience or returning for another year, we\u2019re glad to have you as part of our community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The start of the year brings new experiences, new connections, and plenty of opportunities for students to get involved and make the most of their time at UNE. This newsletter includes important information to help you and your student prepare, along with a look at what\u2019s ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We also want this newsletter to be useful to you throughout the year. If there\u2019s a topic you\u2019d like us to cover or a question you\u2019d like us to answer, let us know. Email parents@une.edu<\/a> with \u201cnewsletter\u201d in the subject line. We\u2019d love to hear what would be most helpful to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re excited to have your student at UNE and to have you as part of the UNE community. Here\u2019s to a great year!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Go Nor\u2019easters!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Shane Long, Ph.D.<\/strong>
Assistant Dean of Students<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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