Meet Savannah

Name: Savannah Knox

Class of: 2027

Program: Bachelor of Art in Psychology w/ a conc. in Child & Adolescent Development 

"Your kindness, generosity, and support mean the world to people like myself who never thought they would be able to earn a degree and ensure their family thrives."

What made you choose Southern New Hampshire University, and what do you value most about your experience here?

I chose Southern New Hampshire University for the flexibility of self-paced learning. I am able to complete my assignments day or night, giving me the ability to be a full-time mother to my sons. I value the staff the most at SNHU, I can honestly say I have not ever dealt with anyone who wasn't knowledgeable, helpful, understanding, and supportive.

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

The scholarships and financial aid I receive are the only reason I was able to continue my education. As a single income family, finding the money for education is not a priority, these programs make it possible to dream and achieve. Each scholarship I receive takes a financial burden off my shoulders and allows my family to allocate money towards other aspects of our lives.

What message would you like to share with the alumni and friends whose generosity made your scholarship possible?

I would like to say thank you. Your kindness, generosity, and support mean the world to people like myself who never thought they would be able to earn a degree and ensure their family thrives. I am beyond appreciative and will do my best to pay this gift forward in the future.

Tell us about your journey to and through SNHU. What inspired you to pursue your degree, and what are you most proud of so far?

I started SNHU with support from my husband. I wanted to earn a degree so that I might advance in the Crime Scene Investigation unit I was part of. Any job advancement would have required a degree, and my husband convinced me that I was capable of achieving my goal of graduating college. I am most proud of my GPA and that I was able to achieve my goal while working, caring for a special needs child, and running a home.

How has receiving scholarship support shaped your experience at SNHU or influenced your future plans?

Receiving my scholarship has influenced me to continue applying for financial aid in an attempt to alleviate some of the stress associated with cost in my future. I am also considering continuing my education and earning a master's degree.

Has a person, class, or experience at SNHU had a meaningful impact on you? Please share.

The staff at SNHU has had the largest impact on me. My advisor Laura is a saint. I have talked to people in numerous departments and positions, and each one has engaged with me with compassion, empathy, support, and respect. I would honestly tell anyone that they would have a difficult time finding a school with a better built-in support system.

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