Alumni, Family and Friends
April 14 marks the start of National Volunteer Week. Stay tuned to the SNHU alumni social media channels throughout the week as we shine a light on volunteers working to improve the SNHU community and beyond. We hope their stories and good deeds inspire you to give back too!
April Career Webinars Join the SNHU Career Services Internship team for informative virtual sessions to highlight Internship Awareness Month.
Learn more about these events and register.
Global Days of Service 2024March 1-April 30
There’s still time to get involved in the ninth annual Global Days of Service! Check out the full list of upcoming projects happening in Maine, Florida, Ohio and more! Or join a DIY project from wherever you are. Don’t forget to share your story and number of hours you served — we’ll tally up and report our collective impact at the end of Global Days of Service. Can We Even Be Mindful as Parents? Tuesday, April 16 | 12-1 pm ET | Virtual
Tori Chartrand, a Career Advisor, Yoga & Mindfulness instructor, and mom of two, will share practical tips and tricks to integrate mindfulness into your busy parenting life. Learn more and register.
FinLitCon - The Series: Using Tech to Build Your Financial Future with Julien & Kiersten Saunders Wednesday, April 17 | 2-3 pm ET | Virtual
SNHU is excited to welcome authors and personal finance experts, Julien and Kiersten Saunders of rich & REGULAR as guest speakers. Julien and Kiersten will discuss how finance and technology have merged to create what is referred to as “FinTech” and provide ways to use innovative tools to manage your spending, invest in the stock market, and prevent fraud. Learn more and register. HP CARES: Law & Ethics in Healthcare Wednesday, April 24 | 6-7 pm ET | Virtual
Throughout this monthly series, attendees will have a chance to connect with experts, exchange ideas, and explore the multifaceted terrain of healthcare careers, research, and innovations. This month, we are joined by Dr. Gwendolyn Smith. Learn more and register. Questions? Please contact Laurie Lewis. Spring Commencement 2024
Four Spring Commencement ceremonies will take place on May 4 & 5. The virtual ceremony will take place on Saturday, May 25. Stay tuned to the Commencement website for updates.
We’re headed to Virgina Beach! Wednesday, May 15 | 6:30-8:30 pm | Apex Entertainment Virginia Beach (4621 Columbus Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23462)
Join the Student Involvement and Alumni Engagement teams and casually connect with other SNHU community members in the Virginia Beach area at Apex Entertainment! Meet other local students and alumni while you enjoy bowling, play some arcade games, have a snack, and grab SNHU swag! Registration will open soon.
SNHU Vision Board Workshop Tuesday, May 21 | 7:30-8:30 pm ET | Virtual
You'll have the choice of creating either a physical or digital vision board focused on personal and/or professional goals. If you would like to create a physical board, feel free to use paper, pens, markers, magazines, personal photographs, and anything else that inspires your creativity. Learn more and register.
Basketball Summer Camp for Girls SNHU (Manchester, NH)
Registration is open for the New Hampshire Hoop Skills Basketball camp, led by SNHU Women’s Basketball Coach, Karen Pinkos. New Hampshire Hoop Skills provides fun-filled instruction and emphasis on the fundamentals of basketball for girls in grades 2-10. 2024 camp dates:
Penmen Athletics Golf Outing Thursday, July 11 | Derryfield Country Club (625 Mammoth Rd, Manchester, NH 03104)
Join us for the third-annual Penmen Athletics Golf Outing. The proceeds will benefit SNHU student-athletes to alleviate the increasing cost of travel, equipment and daily operations of our sports teams. Learn more and register.
Recordings Available – SNHU LEADS & TEDxSNHU
Actor Stephanie Gould Surprised Onstage With Diploma Delivery
The Chandler Center Celebrates 20 Years of Alternative Spring Break
SNHU Global Days of Service Takes Tucson
SNHU kicked off Global Days of Service with the help of University Provost and incoming President Lisa Marsh Ryerson and local SNHU community members in Tucson, Arizona. Lisa joined volunteers to assist with yard work and cleanups at two Boys and Girls Clubs of Tucson locations. Check out this awesome video recap.
Congratulations on a great season, men’s basketball!
The SNHU men’s basketball team recently wrapped up an explosive season, finishing with 10 straight wins to capture both the NE10 Championship and the NCAA Division II East Region Championship. With a ticket punched to the NCAA Elite Eight for the first time since the 2014-15 season, the Penmen made their way to The Big Dance in Evansville, Indiana. After a valiant effort, SNHU fell to Nova Southeastern University 68-60 in the National Quarterfinals on March 26, concluding its 2023-24 season. The day before the game, the team made their impact off the court during their community engagement day, playing basketball alongside children at the YMCA of Southwestern Indiana.
We love to hear about alumni doing great things. If you or someone you know has a story worth sharing, please send us a Class Note to be featured in next month's edition! You might even get some SNHU swag …
Ashley Borjon '17, of Houston, Texas, will participate in the commencement of, and receive a certificate confirming her participation in, the Stimulating Urban Renewal Through Entrepreneurship (SURE℠ Program) at the University of Houston's C. T. Bauer College of Business on May 6, 2024.
Lisa Braxton '10MFA, of South Easton, Massachusetts, had her memoir in essays published by Sea Crow Press. Dancing Between the Raindrops: A Daughter’s Memoir of Love and Loss, speaks to anyone who has lost a loved one and is trying to navigate the world without them while coming to terms with complicated emotions.
Renee Dubuc '20, of Hudson, New Hampshire, has started a Small Business Management Certificate at Nashua Community College.
Rachel Fikes '14, of Austin, Texas, is thrilled to announce that her debut gothic fantasy novel, Keeper of Sorrows, will be published by Flame Tree Press (distribution through Simon & Schuster) on September 3, 2024 (her 38th birthday).
Chelle Garrett '23, of Charlotte, North Carolina, was promoted to Grant Reporting Manager at the American National Red Cross.
Hailey Olmstead '24, of Tiffin, Ohio, is proud to announce the birth of her son on January 3, 2024 - just a few weeks after completing her degree!
Michelle Shreeve '15G '16G, of Arizona, is writing her second book in the Empowering You young adult nonfiction series. She’s seeking stories from individuals aged 18-29 who grew up with an alcoholic parent. Individuals can remain anonymous. If you’re interested or have questions about sharing your story, email Michelle.
Tina Spears '22, of Newark, New Jersey, began Ph.D. studies in Organizational Leadership. Her dissertation topic is “A Phenomenological Study of Transformational Leadership Practice’s Impact On Administrators, Faculty and Staff Well-Being in a NJ Community College Setting.”
At Southern New Hampshire University, we believe that cost should never determine whether a deserving student can pursue a university education. Whether you donate resources or your time, SNHU students are grateful for your contributions. Below are a few ways you can make an impact:
Explore these giving options and more on our website.
Is your alumni profile up to date? If you've changed careers, received a promotion or moved to a new location, make sure your information is current on the SNHU Alumni Online Community to ensure you get the scoop from us on virtual reunion events, career leads and exciting networking opportunities in your area. And join the SNHU Community on LinkedIn to continue to build your SNHU network.
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