Promoting your personal wellness and academic success
At UNE COM we recognize that you are as unique as fingerprints, or, in medical terms, those cutaneous ridges on the bulbs of the distal phalanx of our fingers. The osteopathic principles teach us that everything is interconnected, and, in the same vein, we acknowledge that you need continuous support to grow academically, professionally, and personally. By adhering to these principles, we promote your personal wellness and academic success as you pursue your osteopathic medical degree and your passion for practicing medicine.
If you are considering applying to UNE COM, or researching how the program aligns with your present or future goals, visit our Admissions page. There you will gain insight into everything from touring campus, to course requirements, and financial aide information. For an in-depth understanding of our academic programs, the Academic Curriculum details what you can expect from years 1-4 of your medical education.
Rodger Carter ’21
I grew up in Columbia, MD, my mother is a holistic vet, and my dad has been a personal trainer and yoga teacher for most of my life. I graduated from the University of Delaware in December 2016 and majored in Biology, with minors in Environmental Humanities and Biochemistry. I spent two months in India, one month hiking the Appalachian trail, and two months as a backpacking guide in New Mexico in the interim prior to starting here. I decided to go into medicine for the opportunity to serve.
I am interested in Family Medicine because of the opportunities for longitudinal relationships and the breadth of practice. I have been a co-president of the Family Medicine club and we host monthly lunches with doctors, blood pressure clinics in the community, and ultrasound practice sessions. We have hosted SKY: the Campus Happiness Program, which teaches evidence-based breathing techniques, yoga, and cognitive reframing over the course of a few hours on the weekend. I took it in my last semester at the University of Delaware and the practices have been immense in staying balanced and energized in medical school.
I decided to go into medicine for the opportunity to serve.
As a UNE COM student, you have opportunities both in and out of the classroom. You can choose to get involved in our community to enrich your experiences in the classroom with practical applications. Browse through the list of more than 40 clubs and organizations that promote healthy lifestyles, professional growth, and ever-lasting friendships.
To aid in successfully maintaining school/life balance, you have access to Student Support Services on the Biddeford campus. Ranging from tutoring to health appointments, and counseling, we recognize that there are many factors that lead to your success and have structured our services based on this belief.
We pride ourselves on being student-centered, student-friendly, and family-friendly. As you embark on this new chapter in your life, we welcome you into our family, so that when you are here you are home.