November 2024

Welcome from Becca Harris '13

My name is Becca Harris and I am a proud alumna of SNHU, Class of 2013. As an Executive Director of a nonprofit, I use the skills I learned in my events management and business classes every day. However, the lessons that run deep in my core, and shaped the person I am today, came from my work-study job at The Chandler Center and service-learning classes.

Over the last 10 years, I’ve raised my hand to be a project leader and attend service experiences during SNHU Global Days of Service (GDS). Pre-pandemic, I helped coordinate clean-ups in the Boston area, and for the last four years, I led the GDS book drive project supporting the Prison Book Program. I love being able to give back and GDS gives me the perfect opportunity to work with some of the best SNHU community members out there!

This year I started my new position as Executive Director of 2nd Act, which is currently a very small organization, so I instantly knew I wanted to help grow our partnerships. One of the first things I thought of was service-learning and SNHU. I am so grateful that I was able to connect with The Chandler Center and have been working with two marketing classes and an MBA capstone class. This opportunity gives students real-life experience while helping 2nd Act with data analysis and marketing strategies. My hope is that the students working on the projects recognize how much their work means to our organization and that they can use this experience as they enter the workforce. Making an impact by participating in service and using my skills to help others truly is the biggest lesson I learned at SNHU.

Thank you!
Becca Harris '13
Executive Director at 2nd Act
SNHU Volunteer

Giving SNHUdays 2024 | Tuesday, Dec. 3 — Friday, Jan. 3
Our annual Giving SNHUdays campaign kicks off on Giving Tuesday, a global day of generosity held each year on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving. You can raise awareness for this important cause and help us light the way for our students by volunteering your voice this season. Click the “Become An Advocate” button to learn how to become a shining champion for Giving SNHUdays 2024.

SNHU Marketing Team is Looking for Inspiring Alumni
Do you want to inspire future students to believe that college is possible? By sharing your story, you’re giving back in a meaningful way – encouraging the next generation of learners to achieve their goals at SNHU. Complete a short form and upload a video about how your degree changed your life. If selected, you could be featured in an upcoming marketing campaign (which could include a commercial!). Submit your story by 12/31/24.

Global Days of Service 2025 — Call for Site Leaders! 
Spring of 2025 will mark our 10^th annual Global Days of Service (GDS), a two-month-long initiative that brings Penmen together from across the globe to make a difference in their local communities. Help us make this the biggest and best GDS yet by starting to plan your project now!

Fill out and submit the ’Lead a Project’ form to coordinate all the details with a GDS team member. Want to raise your hand, but not sure where to begin just yet? Watch our Information Session to learn how to get started today!


November Volunteer Honoree: Brian T. Hammond '23
Brian is a recent graduate, one of our amazing members on the Alumni Board, and is just beginning his volunteer journey with SNHU. He truly enjoys giving back to his alma mater and encourages you to do the same!

Learn more about Brian and why he gives back with SNHU!

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“The greatness of a community is most accurately measured by the compassionate actions of its members.” —Coretta Scott King

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