Learning and Rockets Blast off in STEM Discovery Lab
Local middle schoolers are poised to invent, create and problem solve in the Makers! 4-H SPIN Club. Hosted in partnership with UNH Cooperative Extension at UNH Manchester's STEM Discovery Lab, the...
View ArticleStephen Pimpare: 13 Lessons About Poverty
In 2015, the AmeriCorps VISTA program celebrated its 50th anniversary through a national poverty summit and a series of regional spotlight events. Dr. Stephen Pimpare, author of A People's History of...
View ArticleGrit: Fostering the Power to Persist
UNH Manchester was well-represented at the 32nd annual conference of the Learning Assistance Association of New England (LAANE) held at Cape Cod Community College.This year’s conference theme was Grit:...
View ArticleManchester Among the Coolest College Towns in New England
Campus News, an independent student newspaper based in Greenwich, NY, has named Manchester as one of "The 5 Coolest Colleg Towns in New England" in an article published November 8, 2015."Manchester is...
View ArticleFrom Marine to Mechanical Engineering: Student Veteran Shares His Story
In recognition of Veterans Day, we're telling the stories of some students who have served or are currently serving within the U.S. Armed Forces. Looking around within our student leaders, one student...
View ArticleStaff Sergeant Ryan Pitts Talks Leadership at Student LEAP Conference
Leadership isn’t just about getting people to do what you want them to by barking orders or simply assuming the title of boss. It’s nuanced; a carefully studied skill that takes practice, an ability to...
View ArticleHistorian Jessica Parr to Present on Latest Book
Jessica Parr, adjunct professor and project coordinator for public history at UNH Manchester, has been invited to lead a book talk at the Portsmouth Athenaeum on Thurs, Nov. 12th at 7:00 p.m. The talk...
View ArticleFourth Annual Walk a Mile in a Veteran's Boot Fundraiser Kicks Off
In recognition of Veterans Day, UNH Manchester is holding its fourth annual Walk a Mile in a Veteran’s Boot fundraiser. From November 9 to 18, you can purchase a paper boot for $1 and help Liberty...
View ArticleEnactus Students Bring Loan Discussion to Campus
On Tuesday November 3, the UNH Manchester Enactus team hosted a small business borrowing seminar with speakers from throughout the industry. The speakers covered proper ways of finding, applying for,...
View ArticleProfessor Kumin brings international immigration policy close to home in her...
Immigration has been a hotly debated topic for both Republican and Democratic presidential hopefuls as they travel the campaign trail across New Hampshire. Once candidates move beyond the talking...
View ArticleGrad Goes Disney: Halloween at Magic Kingdom
Hello, everyone! I know it’s been a while. My plan was to have this entry ready by Halloween, but alas the space-time continuum was not having any of that. I myself am in complete Christmas mode, but...
View ArticleThe Search for a Better Life: One Marine’s Story
On the morning of September 11, 2001, America was changed forever.The sound of the twin towers falling could be heard all around the country, and even in the small town of West Burke, Vt., where young...
View ArticleFrom Freshman to Full-Time
Now that the college semester is fully underway and I have settled into my professional role, I felt that it was time to reflect back over the years of schooling I have had and perhaps give a little...
View ArticleDoors to Opportunity Discusses Jobs in Biotech
Professor Kyle MacLea was a guest on the Manchester Community College podcast program, "Doors to Opportunity".Episode 106: Jobs in BiotechThe U.S. Department of Labor predicts that jobs in the...
View ArticleKim DeRego Named Associate Dean for Enrollment Management
Kim DeRego will join the UNH Manchester community on Monday as associate dean for enrollment management. DeRego will be the primary strategist for enrollment management activities, providing leadership...
View ArticleTechWomen Offer "STEMpiration" to High School Girls
More than 60 girls gathered at Manchester School of Technology for a morning of “STEMspiration” on Wednesday. As part of N.H. High Tech Council’s TechWomen | TechGirls initiative, 12 women with a range...
View ArticleIn the News: Professor Stephen Pimpare on NH's Undeclared Voters
Professor Stephen Pimpare was interviewed for an article in the Keene Sentinel. "NH's undeclared voters aren't the mystery country thinks they are" published Sunday, November 29. Article excerpt: New...
View ArticleSeth Abramson Contributes to Boston Globe Article on Posthumous Books
Seth Abramson, assistant professor of English and writing specialist, was interviewed by The Boston Globe for a story on posthumous books which is now available online.The article, "Posthumous books...
View ArticleRobert Macieksi Releases Newest Book: Picturing Class
Robert Macieski, professor of history at the University of New Hampshire at Manchester, has released his newest book titled Picturing Class: Lewis W. Hine Photographs Child Labor in New England,...
View ArticleVideo: American Politics Professor Keynotes N.H. AmeriCorps VISTA Event
Stephen Pimpare, professor of American politics & public policy at UNH Manchester, delivered the keynote address at the AmeriCorps VISTA 50th anniversary event in Manchester, NH, on November 23....
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