Spirit of Maine Achievement Award Goes to One of Our Own!

Date: 05/22/2025

Dr. Sean Sibley, NP ‘14, a first-generation University of Maine graduate, has been awarded the Spirit of Maine Achievement Award for his outstanding contributions to healthcare and education. As Clinical Assistant Faculty and Family Nurse Practitioner Program Coordinator at UMaine’s School of Nursing, Project Director for UMaine’s Advanced Nursing Education Workforce, and a Nurse Practitioner at Northern Light Primary Care – University of Maine, he has played a vital role in both academia and patient care.

On campus, Dr. Sibley provides inclusive healthcare, specializing in LGBTQ+ care and mental health, including substance abuse treatment. His leadership during the COVID-19 pandemic was instrumental in shaping policies and ensuring safe student care. As Principal Investigator of a $1.9 million HRSA ANEW Program grant, he has worked to strengthen Maine’s primary care workforce by supporting graduate nursing students. His scholarly contributions focus on enhancing nurse practitioner education, with published research and conference presentations advancing the field.

A dedicated mentor, he has advised honors societies and supported faculty development. His excellence has been recognized with multiple awards, including the Susan J. Hunter Presidential Research Impact Award. Dr. Sibley’s tireless commitment to healthcare, education, and student success truly embodies the Spirit of Maine, making a lasting impact on his community and profession.

Pictured here is Sean with Sara Stewart, DO and also Ava Collins, president, EMMC. Congratulations and thank you for your outstanding compassion and attention to everything you do, Sean! This is so well deserved.