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UCU Thanks Ency Whitehill as she Retires from UCU Board
Longtime board member and former board chair retires after 30 years of service Orono, ME – (June 2, 2026) University Credit Union announced the retirement of longtime volunteer board member, Ency Whitehill, with 30 years of dedicated service. Whitehill began serving as a Board Director in 1996 and during her tenure she held many roles…
Read MoreUCU Celebrates Longtime Board Member Carolyn Cheney
Cheney retired from the UCU board after 18 years of service May 28, 2026 – In celebration of Carolyn Cheney’s years of dedicated service to UCU, a bench was dedicated on her behalf at the Central Aroostook Humane Society during a ceremony honoring her commitment to both organizations on May 22. The event was attended by Carolyn,…
Read MoreHere for U: UCU Gathers Team to Celebrate National Volunteer Week by Packing Meals for Neighbors
(April 21, 2026) – On Monday, April 20, University Credit Union (UCU) gathered its team of over 100 employees together at the Augusta Civic Center for its fourth annual Here for U Day of Service, with a coordinated, high-volume meal packaging effort in partnership with End Hunger New England. UCU is dedicated to its involvement…
Read MoreUCU FUNdraised over $7,700 for the Campaign for Ending Hunger
Community members gathered for a fun bingo event in support of the campaign Portland, ME (March 25, 2026) – In support of the Campaign for Ending Hunger, nearly 80 people gathered at the Clarion Airport Hotel in Portland to participate in a FUNdraiser held by UCU. This first-of-its-kind event for the credit union focused on…
Read MoreUCU Promotes Senior Leaders Focusing on the Experience for U
ORONO, Maine (March 13, 2026) – UCU is pleased to share Shauna Baker has been promoted to the newly added role of Vice President of Member Experience, and Martha Ward, ISSMP, CISSP has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Technology and Digital Experience. In this new role, Baker will devote her expertise to enhance…
Read MoreCU4Kids selects Jess Francis as a 2026 Emerging Leader
CU4Kids and Acumen Financial Advantage Announce the participants of the 2026 emerging leaders group – the CU4Kids Crew! March 6, 2026 CU4Kids is excited to announce the participants of the emerging leaders program, the CU4Kids Crew! –These leaders will represent the credit union movement at Elevate, the Children’s Miracle Network annual conference—formerly Children’s Hospitals Week—where…
Read MoreUCU Plays it Forward BINGO – March 24th
Register to play bingo with UCU! Join us and our fantastic sponsors in supporting the Campaign for Ending Hunger with a fun and playful fundraising event. When: March 24th, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM. Registration 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM Event 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM Where: Portland, Clarion Hotel, 1230 Congress Street Register Online:…
Read MoreUCU to Send Two Crashers to GAC!
January 29, 2026 The Governmental Affairs Conference (GAC)—the credit union industry’s premiere annual advocacy event—is nearly here, and University Credit Union (UCU) is thrilled that two of their own employees were selected to “Crash” this special event. Ree Anna Bridges, Community Engagement Manager, and Grace Mix, Marketing Specialist, are among the more than 60 emerging…
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2025 Festive Tree Lighting in the UCU Plaza
ORONO, Maine (December 5, 2025) – As the temperatures drop, Orono’s downtown remains warm with festive winter cheer! The 2025 Orono Tree Lighting in the 15 Main plaza was a huge success thanks to everyone who made it possible, and thank you to everyone who braved the cold to watch the tree come to life…
Read MoreThird Annual Biggest Little Golf Tournament Turns Putts into Purpose for Special Olympics Maine
ORONO, Maine (December 5, 2025) – As the temperatures drop, Orono’s downtown remains warm with festive winter cheer! The 2025 Orono Tree Lighting in the 15 Main plaza was a huge success thanks to everyone who made it possible, and thank you to everyone who braved the cold to watch the tree come to life…
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