Meet Ricky

Name: Richard Pulisciano

Class of: 2021

Program: Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Business with a concentration in Restaurant Beverage Management and a minor in Entrepreneurship

"With this scholarship, I cannot say enough about how much it will help me with returning to school this year and help my family with financially supporting me to attend SNHU."

What do you like most about SNHU?

The people, the community, and all the connections that I have made.

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 been a ginormous help in attending SNHU. They have helped me come back to this school, and becoming a better student.

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

I can not thank you enough! You helped me come back to school and made me believe my progress, academics, and hard work is paying off.

Why did you choose Southern New Hampshire University?

The connections, the people, and the lasting memories.

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

In a college education I hope to be better prepared to enter the workforce. My experience is a long story, but in changing my major, and going on that path now, I am the happiest I can ever be and wouldn't go anywhere else.

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

My inspiration is my grandma and what she taught me. My dream job is to own my own farm to table sports bar and grill.

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

I work at the campus bookstore. I am also Treasurer and New Member Educator for Phi Delta Theta. Additionally, I am Vice President of the Inter-Greek Council.

What do you find most challenging?

Time management and classes. What I do to deal with this is remembering that life is about - time management and how to ensure to make the most of of the time you get to do something.

What are you proudest of?

Getting on the Presidents List and succeeding in academics.

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

I will stay actively involved in Homecoming and my fraternity.

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