UMaine Alert

Posted: April 19, 2024 - 1:32 PM

At approximately 9:24 a.m. on Friday, April 19, a University of Maine graduate student was struck by a university vehicle on Long Road at the University of Maine campus in Orono. The student reports that they are at a local hospital with minor injuries.

Emergency services, including the Orono Fire Department, University Volunteer Ambulance Corps, University of Maine Police Department, Orono Police Department and Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene.

The university vehicle involved in the incident was a Chevrolet Express van. It was being operated by a university employee.

Counseling services and support are available for students, faculty or staff who may have been affected. The Counseling Center can be reached at 207-581-1392 and the Dean of Students Office can be reached at 207-581-1406.

The scene has been cleared and Long Road is now accessible. An investigation is being conducted by the University of Maine Police Department with assistance from the Penobscot County Sheriff’s Office Crash Reconstruction Unit. Any witnesses to the incident are encouraged to contact Lt. Noel Santiago at noel.santiago@maine.edu.

Scott Mitchell

B.S. Physics, Minor in Astronomy

Responsible for presentations, development of planetarium shows and activities, and coordination and operation of the Maynard F. Jordan Observatory. Scott is a graduate student at the University of Maine pursuing a Masters of Engineering in Engineering Physics, with a concentration in Aerospace.

Research interests include aerospace design, exoplanets, and science education

Scott is also the host and head writer for the planetarium’s satirical talk show “The To-Night Show at the Emera Astronomy Center” because he think’s he’s funny.

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