University of Southern Maine

Jean Byers Sampson Center for
Diversity in Maine

The University of Southern Maine’s Jean Byers Sampson Center for Diversity in Maine collects material documenting the ongoing histories of diverse communities. Current collections represent the African American, Jewish, and Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender communities. The Center advocates for diversity and civil rights through research, education,
and outreach.

Steering Committee Directory
Governance Document
Guidelines for Sponsoring Programs
Catalyst for Change Award

History
Timeline

Tribute to Jean Byers Sampson

2005 Annual Event Catalog
2006 Annual Event Catalog
2007 Annual Event Catalog
2008 Annual Event Catalog


African American Collection of Maine

Judaica Collection
Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender Collection

Part of the “’Remember Me?’: The Life and Legacy of Jean Byers Sampson” exhibit
now on display on the 6th floor of the Glickman Library in Portland