May 2023

Welcome from Matt Sharp ’04 ’06G

As I think back to moving onto campus and meeting classmates during student orientation, I don’t think I had any idea of how my life would be forever impacted by the SNHU community all these years later. During my undergraduate years on campus, I jumped right into everything I could to get the full college experience. From serving on the campus programming board (CAPE) to joining the Ski & Ride Club to working at The Last Chapter Pub — I was determined to get connected and involved!

This idea of connection didn’t just end when I received my diploma, but rather opened the door to volunteering and giving back to the community that helped shape my future. Back in mid-March I found myself at a meet and greet dinner in Charlotte, North Carolina with current SNHU students participating in an alternative spring break trip hosted by The Chandler Center. What an awesome opportunity it was to connect with them, learn their stories, and get a glimpse into their SNHU community.

I also had the pleasure over the last several years of working with the Alumni Engagement team to host Global Days of Service projects for SNHU students, employees, and alumni living in the greater Charlotte, North Carolina area. I can’t wait for these times of the year as I get to share a connection with others that light up some pretty amazing memories, all while supporting worthy local nonprofit organizations.

As SNHU’s global footprint continues to expand, the opportunity to both connect and give back increases. Whether it’s been five years or fifty years since you graduated, it’s never too late to get involved with the SNHU community!
 
Thank you!
Matt Sharp ’04 ’06G
SNHU Volunteer

Global Days of Service 2023 Wrap-up
We're beyond grateful for everyone who participated in our 8th annual Global Days of Service (GDS)! While we calculate the total number of hours and 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.
• Post about your project on social media using #ServeWithSNHU to help encourage others to give back.

Commencement: Congrats, Class of 2023!
During Spring Commencement weekend, April 29–30, SNHU welcomed nearly 16,700 graduates, ranging in ages 17–79, into the ranks of more than 215,000 SNHU alumni worldwide. Videos and photos of each ceremony can be viewed online. As a way to personally welcome our newest graduates into the alumni family, we invite you to share your well-wishes and/or advice for them in the SNHU Community Group on LinkedIn.

Alumni Board of Directors Applications: Due June 1
The Nominations Committee is seeking dynamic leaders to join the Alumni Association Board of Directors. Help shape the alumni experience and stay involved with SNHU in meaningful ways. Members of the Board are elected to serve a three-year term, with the new term starting this September. The role is open to alumni from any SNHU program at any educational level. Meetings are held virtually to allow members from any geographic location. Check out the SNHU Alumni Board of Directors Job Description for further details.  

*Interested alumni should email a letter of intent and a résumé to alumni@snhu.edu no later than June 1, 2023. Candidates will be interviewed this summer, and recommendations will be sent to the Executive Committee for final approval. Learn more and meet the 2022-2023 board.

Nominate a SNHUper Star for an Alumni Award by July 1
The Alumni Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for the 2023 SNHU Alumni Awards. If you know someone who deserves to be celebrated for their contributions to the SNHU community, please complete the nomination form by July 1, 2023.

2023 Fall Student Leadership Conference: Call for Presenters!
The Office of Student Involvement is seeking presenters for the Fall Student Leadership Conference, which will be held on Sunday, Sept. 24 from 10 am–3 pm on the Manchester campus. Possible topics could include goal setting, leadership development, event planning and more. Help our student leaders start their academic year on a positive note. Learn more and submit a presentation proposal by May 31, 2023. Should you have questions, please email the Director of Student Involvement Amanda Seibel.

Homecoming 2023 | Save the Date: Oct. 13–15 
All the HoCo stuff you know and love (celebrations, reunions, in-person and virtual events.) is in the works! Keep an eye on your inbox later this summer for more information and ways to get involved. In the meantime, if you have any questions or fun event ideas for HoCo 2023 to share, please contact us at 603.645.9799 or alumni@snhu.edu.

May Volunteer Honoree: Aarron Dupuis '19MBA
Aarron is a wonderful volunteer who strongly values the connections he makes with other SNHU community members when giving back. He’s proudly led several Global Days of Service projects and is currently serving on the Alumni Association Board of Directors. He raises his hand to help whenever he can and highly encourages others to do the same. Learn more about Aarron and why he loves to support the community!

Update Your Volunteer Interests
Did you know you can add or change your volunteer interests at any time? Be the first to know about upcoming volunteer opportunities by updating your passion areas.

“True happiness can only come from being of loving service to others ...” —Leslie Jordan

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