Meet Emily

Name: Emily Albright

Class of: 2023

Program: Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education w/ a certification in General Special Education

"Scholarships have eased the financial burden on my family and made the cost of tuition a more realistic mountain to climb."

What do you like most about SNHU?

While I have a lot of favorite things about SNHU, the library will always hold a special place in my heart as being one of my favorite places.

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

Scholarships have eased the financial burden on my family and made the cost of tuition a more realistic mountain to climb.

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

Thank you so much for your generosity! It means so much to students — how you help our goals and dreams become attainable.  

Why did you choose Southern New Hampshire University?

I chose SNHU because of its campus size and education program.

What was your hope in receiving a college education? How has your experience been different than what you've imagined?

I wanted to receive an education that would prepare me to educate the next generation of students. My college experience completely flipped with the COVID-19 pandemic.

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

I want to teach first grade. I've always wanted to be a teacher because I love children and want to help ensure that they're provided a quality school experience. 

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

Liz Feingold, my advisor. She is a terrific professor and has shown such resilience in her personal life that she continues to inspire me. She never fails to bring 100% to each and every class. 

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

I'm a sister of the Phi Psi sorority. Additionally, I'm involved with the SNHU STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Mathematics) Team, SNHU OMEP (World Organization for Early Childhood Education & Care), and SNHU Buddies. I'm also a peer educator at Wolak Learning Center (WLC).

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

One of my biggest challenges is becoming easily overwhelmed. I deal with this by keeping a realistic amount of things on my plate and making lists/organizers to accomplish tasks.

What are you proudest of?

I'm proudest of my position as a math peer educator. I struggled with math in high school and very proud of where I am now, after feeling unconfident in math for so long. 

In what ways do you want/hope to stay involved as an SNHU graduate?

I definitely want to stay involved by attending various SNHU events and remaining involved with my sorority.  

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