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May 2026: What’s Blooming This May 

Upcoming Events & Opportunities

From Service to Success: Career Pathways for the Military Community  
May 13-14 | Virtual 

This multi-day event series is designed for the SNHU military community and explores diverse career pathways, hiring strategies, and opportunities in federal service and beyond. Each session provides valuable insights, practical guidance, and actionable next steps for career transition and growth.

Learn more and register. 

Shapiro Library Speaker Series 

Register for upcoming talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders, brought to you by the Shapiro Library!  

  • Reshape Your Beliefs and Unlock Your True Potential with Nir Eyal | Tuesday, May 19 | 2 pm ET  
  • Your Ticket to the Best State Fair Crafts with Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig | Wednesday, June 3 | 2 pm ET  

Learn more and register. 

May Virtual Health Professions Events

  • Understanding Trust Formation: How Psychological and Sociological Factors Shape Patient-Provider Relationships | Wednesday, May 20 | 12 pm ET
  • From Experience to Advancement: Building Your Path to the Next Role (HP Cares HIM  Edition) | Thursday, May 21 | 7 pm ET
  • Three Years, Three Breakthroughs: Navigating AI’s Real Impact on Healthcare Careers (HP CARES Virtual Session) | Wednesday, May 27 | 5:30 pm ET 

Virtual Spring Commencement 2026
Saturday, May 23 | 3 pm ET | Virtual  

SNHU will continue Commencement celebrations with an immersive 360-degree virtual reality ceremony for graduates who were unable to attend in person. For more information, visit the Commencement website. 

Alumni Board Applications: Due June 1  

The Alumni Association Board of Directors is seeking alumni volunteers to help advance its mission and strengthen connections across the SNHU community. Members serve three-year terms beginning September 2026, with meetings held virtually. Alumni from all SNHU/NHC programs completed online, on campus, or competency-based are encouraged to apply. Learn more and submit your application by June 1. 

Word for Word Graduate Spotlight
Wednesday, June 3 | 8 pm ET | Virtual  

For this year's graduate spotlight, Word for Word will honor five recent graduates of the MA, BA and Online MFA creative writing programs. 

Learn more and register.  

Alumni Award Nominations: Due July 1 

The SNHU Alumni Association and Office of Institutional Advancement proudly recognize alumni and community members who are making a meaningful difference in their professions, communities, and within SNHU. After a brief pause, the Alumni Association Board of Directors thoughtfully refreshed the award categories to better reflect today’s SNHU alumni community and the Board’s work. Learn more and nominate a deserving individual by July 1. 

STEM Launch Lab Summer Program 
July 6-Aug. 7 | Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester Union Street Clubhouse (555 Union St., Manchester, NH 03104)    

SNHU is partnering with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Manchester to offer the STEM Launch Lab, a 5-week summer program for students entering grades 5-8 featuring hands-on activities in engineering, 3D printing, drones, and construction.

Learn more and register.

SNHU Penmen Athletics Summer Camps
SNHU (Manchester, NH)   

Did you know SNHU Penmen Athletics hosts a wide range of summer camps for kids each year? From basketball and baseball to soccer, softball, and more, these camps offer young athletes the chance to learn from our talented coaches and student-athletes while having fun on campus. Explore the full lineup and check back often—new camps and 2026 dates will continue to be added as they become available!

Penmen Athletics Golf Outing  
Monday, July 28 | 7:45 am-3 pm|  Concord Country Club (22 Country Club Ln., Concord, NH 03301) 

Join us for the fourth-annual Penmen Athletics Golf Outing. The proceeds will benefit SNHU student-athletes to alleviate the cost of travel, equipment and daily operations of our sports teams. Sign up to golf or sponsor. 

University News

Global Days of Service: That's a wrap!   

Thank you to all the volunteers who took part in the 11th annual Global Days of Service! While we calculate the total number of hours served and our collective impact, you can still contribute to the movement in the following ways:

  • Share your GDS story. 
  • Upload or view project photos.
  • Join the Serve With SNHU Facebook group. 

Commencement Stories

  • Spring 2026 Commencement: Thousands of Stories, One SNHU Community
  • Gallatin Grandmother Earns Her College Degree at 48
  • Two Generations, One Dream: A Mother's Inspiring Graduation Journey With Her Daughter
  • They Put College on Hold to Raise a Family: Thirty Years Later, They All Graduated Together

The Chandler Center Celebrates 16th Annual Community Engagement Awards

Where Learning Meets Purpose: Inside SNHU’s Alternative Break Experience

SNHU Digital Archives Update 

SNHU’s Academic Archive has a new home. The new SNHU Digital Archives house dissertations, student research, university publications, and more, now with DOI links (Digital Object Identifiers) that are easier to share and permanent. If you’ve published work, update saved links by June 30, 2026. Explore the archives to revisit research, history, and stories from across our community. 

TEDxSNHU Recordings

Earlier this year, the SNHU community came together for TEDxSNHU, featuring 10 speakers sharing bold ideas and inspiring stories. Missed it? Watch the recordings and keep the conversation going.  

 
  • What I Learned by Noticing Salamanders | Sean Flynn 
  • How Education Creates Freedom | Lida Entezami 
  • The Hidden Gifts in Your Family History | Lisa Braxton 
  • What Silence Can Teach Us | Holly Blais 
  • The Transformation That Comes With Leaving Home | Lester Wills 
  • Rethinking Leadership for the Next Generation | Lorraine Connell 
  • Why Movie Theaters Still Matter | Casey LaMarca 
  • What Happens When You Bring Your Whole Self | Ashley Love 
  • Discovering a Chapter of American History | Steve Wright 

Professional Skills Courses 
 
We’re excited to offer our alumni a special discount on all Professional Skills courses (non-credit, non-degree) with cohort start dates through June 30, 2026. To redeem, simply enter code ALUMNI at checkout when registering on skills.snhu.edu to receive $1,000 off the course price. Please note this code is non-transferable and applies only to alumni. This offer cannot be combined with any financial aid or scholarship award, or any promotion or discount. Check if your employer offers professional development funds.  

Alumni Updates

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 ...

Emily Barrientos '23 '26G, of Rolla, Missouri, graduated with her Master of Science in psychology, completing a capstone on early neuropsychological assessment in autism, and is now advancing into clinical roles at Compass Health. 

Charlotte Bennardo '23MFA, of Bridgewater, New Jersey, published her novel “The Excalibur Vow” in October 2024. Charlotte's novel “Christmas Bells, Hanukkah Lights” will be published by The Wild Rose Press in 2026.

Stacy Brookman '14MBA, of Fort Worth, Texas, joined Amplify AI as an AI Coach and continues her leadership and resilience coaching practice through Real Life Resilience.

John Dubel '24, of Emporium, Pennsylvania, was appointed to the Pennsylvania Statewide Water Resource Committee by Gov. Josh Shapiro on April 7, 2026.

Josiah Schmidt '18, of St. Louis, Missouri, earned his Ph.D. in history from Washington University in St. Louis in the spring of 2026.

Kimberly Taylor '20, of Champaign, Illinois, published her first book, "Boxed In, One Widow's Journey," available on Amazon on paperback and Kindle now.

Ways to Give Back

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:

  • Make an annual gift to support scholarships.
  • Include SNHU in your will.
  • Volunteer with SNHU.

Explore these giving options and more on our website.

Stay Connected

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 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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