Meet Amanda

Name: Amanda Morris

Class of: 2021

Program: Bachelor of Arts in Human Services

"Scholarships give me the financial stability to go to SNHU without having to choose between supporting my family and attending school."


What do you like most about SNHU?

I love how the assignments require me to research rather than just read information from a text.

How do the scholarships and financial aid you receive make it possible for you to attend SNHU? Specifically, how have scholarships made a difference?

I have three children and I'm a stay at home parent due to two of my children having special needs. Scholarships give me the financial stability to go to SNHU without having to choose between supporting my family and attending school.

What would you say to those who donate to support student scholarships?

Thank you, you are allowing people to achieve their dreams when they may not otherwise have the financial ability to do so.

Why did you choose Southern New Hampshire University?

The learning experience matched what I was looking for in a college.

What was your hope in receiving a college education?

I had my son at age 17 and was unable to attend college at that time, my life experiences have led me back to obtain my degree in the human services field.

What inspired you to choose your area of study? What is your dream job?

My life experiences of having children with special needs inspired me to obtain my degree in the human services field. I want to help other families achieve their goals and overcome obstacles.

Who at SNHU (professor, coach, advisor, etc.) has been the biggest influence on your SNHU experience? What lessons did that person teach you?

My advisers have provided me the encouragement I needed to realize my potential as a student and have been my biggest supporters through their encouraging emails and words.

In what ways have you been involved at SNHU (campus organizations, job, sports, etc.)?

I have not been involved as much as I would like due to my family obligations; however, I fully support the wonderful organizations that SNHU provides to their students.

What do you find most challenging? How do you deal with this?

The most challenging thing for me so far has been dealing with unexpected circumstances - such as having all my children home due to Covid-19. I have used the skills that my instructors have given me to learn to manage my time. The encouragement that the staff and instructors have provided has helped me stay motivated.

What are you proudest of?

I have discovered confidence through my success at SNHU and feel that I can do anything that I set my mind to.

In what ways do you want/hope to stay involved as an alumnus/a?

To provide support to future students through encouraging emails or cards.

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