Four Leaders Join the Mitchell Institute’s Board of Directors
Maine’s premier scholarship organization announced the election of four new members to its Board of Directors, bringing deep expertise across CSR, construction, executive leadership, and business.
Near’s 2024–2025 Tour of Maine High Schools
Since Fall 2024, Casey Near has driven nearly 3,000 miles and visited 29 high schools and youth-serving organizations statewide to help students access college and the Mitchell Scholarship.
Back in Boston
Mitchell Scholars and Alumni connected again this year at Earls Kitchen + Bar in Boston, thanks to generous hosts Becky and Bruce Epstein.
Leighton Named Operations Manager at The Mitchell Institute
Erica Leighton joined the Institute as Operations Manager, supporting scholar selection operations, onboarding, enrollment verification, and the integrity of the Institute’s databases.
Burton Joins the Truc Huynh Alumni Giving Society
Jarrod Burton, the 2005 Mitchell Scholar from Freeport High School, became the 20th member of the Truc Huynh Alumni Giving Society.
Stearns Joins the Truc Huynh Alumni Giving Society
Christopher Stearns, the 1997 Mitchell Scholar from Edward Little High School, became the 21st member of the Truc Huynh Alumni Giving Society.
Four Scholars Elected to The Mitchell Institute Alumni Council in 2025
Four Mitchell Scholars were elected to serve on the Alumni Council, and new leadership began one-year terms in June.
Browse the 2024–2025 Mitchell Institute Annual Report
See highlights from the year and recognize the loyal donors whose generosity funds the supports we provide Mitchell Scholars.
Mitchell Institute 30th Anniversary Gala
More than 700 guests and 120 Scholars gathered in Portland to celebrate 30 years of supporting Maine students and a statewide community united by a shared belief in a fair chance.
Largest MILE I Weekend in Institute History
The Institute welcomed 64 Scholars for a weekend of leadership development, connection, and service at the New England Outdoor Center.
Debbie Cunningham Named 2025 Maine Higher Education Professional of the Year
The Mitchell Institute recognized Debbie Cunningham for exceptional impact on student access, persistence, and achievement.
A New Chapter for the Mitchell Scholarship
In 2025, the Mitchell Institute launched the Mitchell Scholarship on the Common App, expanding access and simplifying the application process statewide.