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Welcome from Justin Woodard '10, SNHU Alumni Board of DirectorsDespite a dreary April and beginning of May here in New England, happy (almost) summer. As we set our sights on the sun filled days of June and July, I wanted to take a moment to reflect with you on April’s Global Days of Service initiative and the importance, both individually and collectively, of giving back. And a special welcome to our expanded Volunteer Newsletter readers for this edition – our fabulous Global Days of Service 2019 volunteers!
This year, I was lucky to rally together a small group of college friends to work in Boston at the Pine Street Inn, New England’s largest homeless services provider. This has become somewhat of an annual tradition, ensuring that at least once a year, each of us has the opportunity to give back, engage with the University that brought us together, and spend some quality time catching up. Additionally, as a member of the SNHU Alumni Board of Directors, we spearheaded a community dinner at Welcome Home, a new housing and homeless services provider in downtown Manchester, NH. We served dinner to a warm group of Manchester families who welcomed us into their space and uplifted our souls with their gratitude and kindness.
Service experiences, both short and long term, help me stay grounded. The Chandler Center at SNHU launched my student involvement journey back in 2006. As time moves with a speed of surprising rapidity, it is rare that we find space in our lives for pause, reflection, and introspection. Higher education, where I work now, is an unforgiving terrain in April, making finding said time, quite difficult. But carving out this time has proven over and over to be exactly what I didn’t know I needed. Experiences like these remind me of what matters and perhaps more importantly, who matters. The SNHU community is filled with people I love. Like an extended family, separated by life’s comings and goings but always connected by a single, uniting experience. I hope, as you venture into the summer months, you get the chance to pause even when doing so feels unattainable or unproductive. And whether it is service to your community or to your alma mater, I hope you make time for it. Best of all, I hope you find fellow Penmen to share the experience with.Warm wishes for a great summer!Justin Woodard '10SNHU Alumni Board of DirectorsGlobal Days of Service 2019This year, thanks to volunteers like you, our fourth annual Global Days of Service was an absolute hit! We tallied around 180 sites impacted worldwide with more than 1,500 volunteers serving 7,800+ hours collectively. But perhaps more importantly, the stories of connection and impact were truly amazing. From classmates reconnecting to work together, to students volunteering for organizations that they benefited from at another time — there is power in SNHU coming together to make a difference!
Check out our Google Photos album and project pages to see what we accomplished.2019 CommencementSouthern New Hampshire University’s 87th Commencement was held May 11 & 12. The support from our volunteers helped make it possible for many of our learners to successfully cross this graduation finish line. While 8,000 students attended the ceremonies, that group represents a fraction of the 21,000+ graduates globally in 2019.
Learn more about the graduating class that will join a network of more than 115,000 SNHU alumni worldwide.Save the Date for Homecoming 2019: October 18–20We are already busy planning our 2019 Homecoming festivities and hope you will mark the dates in your calendar! This event is a success each year thanks to our phenomenal volunteers. Check your inbox later this summer for info about what you can do to contribute. If you have any questions or fun ideas in the meantime, please contact Sara Telfer.Alumni Board of Directors Applications: Due June 1The Alumni Board of Directors is seeking dynamic leaders to help shape the alumni experience and volunteer in meaningful ways to enhance the SNHU experience for all. As a representative of the SNHU alumni body you’ll support:
New members’ three-year term begins in September. Interested alumni should email a letter of intent and a resume to the Board’s Nomination Committee at alumni@snhu.edu, no later than June 1, 2019.Nominate a SNHUper Star for an Alumni AwardThe Alumni Awards Committee is accepting nominations of deserving SNHU community members for three prestigious awards:
Nominate an individual for one or all three awards by completing this short online form — prior to July 1, 2019. Awards will be presented at the President's Reception during Homecoming Weekend on Saturday, October 19.May Volunteer Honoree: Joie Gibson '15 '18GJoie truly goes the extra mile to support her local area and the SNHU community. This alumna has been involved in everything she can from virtual Homecoming activities to leading a Global Days of Service project.
Learn why she continues to give back to SNHU all the way from Fort Worth, TX. @WorkingPenmen Wants YOU! After a quick breather from our @WorkingPenmen Twitter Takeover series, we are back and eager to get glimpse into your work life. If you are interested in hosting a virtual job shadow experience, or would like to nominate an alumnus/a to do so, please contact Erin McGonagle.Update Your Volunteer InterestsDid you know you can add or change your volunteer interests at any time? Tell us what types of activities you're passionate about by visiting alumni.snhu.edu/get-involved.
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