Taking the Helm

Diane Foster, professor of mechanical and ocean engineering, is new leader of UNH's School of Marine Science and Ocean Engineering.

A Closing Inquiry

James W. Dean Jr., who became UNH's 20th president in June 2018, speaks with senior vice provost for research Jan Nisbet about partnerships, research and his vision for UNH.

New to the Faculty

Chanda Prescod-Weinstein is a theoretical cosmologist whose scholarship breaks down intellectual and disciplinary barriers.

Biotech Innovators

David Hallal ’88 and Mike Paglia ’02G are united in ElevateBio, a new venture for cell and gene therapy innovation.

Helping Others Achieve

Chase Retrosi '20 always knew he wanted to be an educator. At UNH, he found his passion in the experiential field.

Finding His Footing

Grey Miller ’20 was a little nervous coming to #UNH as an out-of-state student.

A Passion to Help

Back in high school, when Audrey Balaska ’19 was thinking about what she wanted to study in college, she came up with a list of three possibilities.

Remembering Martin Luther King Jr.

A letter from President James "Jim" Dean Jr.

"Just People"

Before Emily Woods ’19 started her internship at a homeless shelter in Boston, she was scared.

UNH Hockey: Behind the Scenes

UNH hockey is part of the fabric of the university. Get a glimpse of what goes on behind the scenes at a game.

The Future of UNH

President Dean outlines UNH's strategic priorities and overarching goal of becoming one of the top 25 public universities in the nation.

Online MBA Program Ranked #51 Nationally

U.S. News & World Report has ranked UNH’s online MBA program #51 in the nation.

WMUR: UNH Study Looks at Using Outdoor Therapy to Help People Battling Addiction

Study shows that adventure therapy for substance use disorder treatment has better outcomes than traditional therapy

Improving Hate Crime Data

UNH will lead national effort to gather better data on hate crimes.

Making the Grade

Paul College has been ranked number 58 among the nation's best undergraduate business schools by Poets&Quants.

Hurricane Double-Shot

UNH research finds Hurricanes Irma, Maria had lasting impact on Puerto Rico's streams.

Strength After Chemo

In her research, Vicky Bandera '19 was trying to answer the question: does cancer treatment affect muscle strength?   

AAAS Honor

UNH environmental science professor William McDowell has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.

Jump-Starting Her Career

Mia Holm's athletic training major is a great step toward becoming a physical therapist.

Snow Thanks

Snow might not be what everyone is thankful for this year but there’s no denying its beauty. Happy Thanksgiving. 

What Can You Do with an MBA?

At Paul College, there are many options for students who want to pursue an MBA.

What Can You Do with a Hospitality Management Degree?

Hospitality management is more than an area of study; it’s a way of life.

Honoring Those Who Served

UNH ROTC students held a vigil at the Thompson Hall flagpole Friday, Nov. 9,  in honor of Veterans Day. 

Recording History in Weare

The motto of Weare, New Hampshire, could very well be a subtitle for the research project Riley Boss ’19 has been doing.

A High Standard of Education

Jing Wang brings rigor and industry relevance to the classroom.

In This Issue

A quick look at the contents of the fall 2018 edition of UNH Magazine.

Homecoming Highlights 2018

Homecoming 2018 was a great weekend to be a Wildcat.

Research Communications Academy

Faculty, postdocs and graduate students can apply to participate in the first Research Communications Academy.

Coaching for the Byproduct

Ask Robert Hoppler about coaching running standout Elinor Purrier ’18 and it is clear he believes the 11-time All-American was one piece of a whole.

Cuts and Connections

The Barber Shop is an event that combines culture, conversation and communication to build relationships within the UNH community.

Medicaid, Work and Community Engagement

IHPP has released its fourth brief in its “Informing the Conversation” data and policy brief series.

Parent to Parent

With the new school year underway, UNH President James "Jim" Dean Jr. shares a few of his back-to-school insights, especially for parents.

High Marks

UNH has once again made the grade as one of the nation’s best public universities.

Science and Startups

Is a scientific startup in her future? Rachel Yee '20 tests the waters. 

Descending on Durham

The Class of 2022 moved into Wildcat Country on Friday, Aug. 24.

A Path to Speech-Language Pathology

Kathy-Ann Murray ‘19G left her home in Jamaica after high school with no idea what she wanted to do next. Then someone suggested speech pathology.  

Top for Your Dollar

Money Magazine has ranked UNH among its Best Colleges for Your Money 2018.

Exercise Scientist

Teigue Young ’19 has been in the exercise science laboratory a lot this summer, examining how one of the quadricep muscles responds to exercise.  

Hands-on Human Development

Alyssa Ware '18 helps children and adults with autism.

Falling in Love With Social Work

Natalie Stackhouse wasn’t sure what to study when she first arrived at UNH. But it didn't take long to find her passion.

Bostic To Step Down as COLA Dean

Heidi Bostic will step down as dean of the College of Liberal Arts on Aug. 10.

Lake Time

President James Dean spent the morning of July 26 on Lake Winnipesaukee with UNH Extension scientists and volunteers.

McNair Scholars

McNair Scholars presented the results of their scholarly investigations on Tuesday.

Trees as Treatment?

UNH researchers show lasting impact of outdoor behavioral healthcare.

Monica Chiu Named Interim Head of Diversity, Community

Monica Chiu has been named interim associate vice president for community, equity, and diversity. 

Time To Be Mindful

Before they arrive on campus in late August, UNH's newest students are reading an acclaimed book on mindfulness.

Sweet Meet and Greet

President James Dean hosted an ice cream social in the Murkland Courtyard on July 11.

Summer Is Made for Research

Wildcat researchers are in fields and fens this summer. 

Fit for the Farm

Dan Birnstihl '18 spent a lot of time in the UNH greenhouses as a student, and it seems he just couldn’t get enough. 

Recommencement

Three weeks after commencement, Jessica Nadeau '18 finally got to turn her tassel.