Meet Terra

Name: Terra Coonce

Class of: 2024

Program: Bachelor of Arts in Human Services w/ a concentration in Child and Family Services

"Scholarships make a difference because they give me the ability to take out less loans."

What do you like most about SNHU?

The community.

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 make a difference because they give me the ability to take out less loans.

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

Thank you for believing in me!

Why did you choose Southern New Hampshire University?

I like the flexibility of being 100% online and as a single mom, that flexibility is very important.

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

I want a better future for my son and I. I want to ensure we both have a good future. My experience at SNHU has been better than expected. The teachers really want to see you succeed. 

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

My son is the reason for my major. I want to work with special needs children, but more specifically, special needs children who have been abused.

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

My academic advisor, Jess. She has taught me that it's okay to not get perfect grades and that it's important I do my best.

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

I've been invited to the National Society of Leadership and Success (NSLS) honor society. I'm just finishing up my induction.

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

It's hard to find that right balance between school and my everyday life. I make sure I get my school work done when my son is sleeping or when he wants to be alone.

What are you proudest of?

My grades. I wasn't the best student in high school and now I'm on track to graduate with honors.

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