Husson University

university, Bangor, Maine, United States

Also known as: Husson College

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Husson University is a private university located in Bangor, Maine, United States. Founded in 1898, it offers a range of undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs. The university is situated in a commercial center known for various manufactures, including paper, electronic equipment, and forest products. Bangor also hosts other educational institutions, such as Bangor Theological Seminary and Eastern Maine Technical College. The main campus of the University of Maine is located nearby in Orono.1

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…Center for Family Business at Husson College, where she served as executive director. In 1996 she ran for the Senate seat held by Cohen, who was stepping down to become secretary of defense. Collins won and took office the following year.
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…Center for Family Business at Husson College, where she served as executive director. In 1996 she ran for the Senate seat held by Cohen, who was stepping down to become secretary of defense. Collins won and took office the following year.
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