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UNH faculty member appointed as NSA

By Cassie Hollasch · Friday, Dec. 4, 2020

A University of New Hampshire (UNH) faculty member, Jake Sullivan, was appointed as national security advisor for President-elect Joe Biden.

Restaurants explore outdoor accommodation ideas during Covid-19

By Cassie Hollasch · Friday, Dec. 4, 2020

Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases are on the rise in New Hampshire and the cold weather is taking away the option of outdoor seating for local restaurants. A possible solution? Outdoor dining igloos.

David Dobrik joins SCOPE for virtual Zoom call

By Cassie Hollasch · Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020

The Student Committee on Popular Entertainment (SCOPE) at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) hosted a live Q&A Zoom session with famous YouTube personality David Dobrik. The hour-long event that took place last Wednesday, Nov. 18 was moderated by former SCOPE Business Manager Eric Kalton, SCOPE Security Member John Rooney, and Coordinator for Student Organization & Leadership Nate Hastings.

UNH alum get engaged on footsteps of Williamson Hall

By Cassie Hollasch · Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020

Earlier this month on Nov. 7, two University of New Hampshire (UNH) alumni from the class of 2019 got engaged at the same spot where they first met as students. Outside of Williamson Hall, Valorie Ehrich and Jason Vetpese were excited to announce their engagement and embark on a new journey together.

Resources made available for students remaining on campus over winter break

By Isabelle Curtis · Sunday, Nov. 29, 2020

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) ended its in-person classes on Nov. 20 and made the switch to remote learning for the remainder of the semester. Several UNH services plan to continue supporting students on and off campus over the winter break that lasts from Monday, Nov. 23 until Friday, Jan. 29.

Hop + Grind transitions to curbside-only after COVID-19 case

By Cassie Hollasch · Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020

Hop + Grind’s famed Durham location has transitioned to curbside pickup after confirmation of a positive coronavirus (COVID-19) case among staff.

How UNH clubs and organizations adapted to COVID-19

By Sarah Levine · Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020

Read about Sarah Levine's interviews with The New Hampshire Outing Club, Alpha Phi Omega, WUNH and UNH Ski and Board on how they've navigated a semester with COVID-19 restrictions while still organizing club activities.

How UNH students date during COVID-19

By Hayley Barnhard · Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020

University of New Hampshire (UNH) students are navigating dating on and off campus during the coronavirus (COVID-19).

27 students evicted from housing for COVID-19 protocol noncompliance

By Cassie Hollasch · Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020

There were 27 evictions from University of New Hampshire (UNH) housing between Nov. 6 and Nov. 11, according to an email sent by Senior Vice Provost for Student Life Kenneth Holmes.

What to expect in the first 100 days of the Biden administration

By Ben MacKillop · Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020

President-elect Joe Biden will take office in January with a lot of promises to keep and issues to tackle. He has pledged to undo many of Trump’s rollbacks on regulation, as well as provide swift stimulus to help tackle the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

On the issues: Biden's plans for office

By Isabelle Curtis · Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020

President-elect Joe Biden may have a little over two months before he officially takes office on Jan. 20, but his team has already begun outlining plans for his first days in office.

UNH Health & Wellness advises students on safety procedures for returning home

By Cassie Hollasch · Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020

Students at the University of New Hampshire (UNH) are taking health and safety precautions as they prepare to return home during the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Alpha Tau Omega’s Movember Philanthropy and Participation

By Cassie Hollasch · Sunday, Nov. 22, 2020

Throughout the month of November, Jacob Duffy, a junior and brother of University of New Hampshire (UNH) fraternity Alpha Tau Omega (ATO), has been participating and fundraising money for Movember.

Men’s hockey postponed due to inconclusive COVID-19 test

By Cassie Hollasch · Saturday, Nov. 21, 2020

Friday afternoon Hockey East issued a press release which contained schedule updates for games this weekend. UNH men’s ice hockey was a part of those schedule changes as their game tonight against BC has been postponed to a later date.

Gov. Sununu issues Statewide Mask Mandate

By Cassie Hollasch · Friday, Nov. 20, 2020

Gov. Chris Sununu has issued a statewide mask mandate for the state of New Hampshire. The mandate takes effect Friday at 12:01 a.m.

Update: UNH investigation involving faculty member still ongoing

By annakatemunsey26 · Monday, Nov. 16, 2020

On Sept. 30, the University of New Hampshire (UNH) put out the following statement on Twitter: “We were recently made aware of allegations on social media about a member of our faculty. We are deeply troubled by what we’ve learned so far and immediately launched an investigation.”

Art Department makes changes amid pandemic

By Hayley Barnhard · Sunday, Nov. 15, 2020

From art class capacity decreasing in size to some courses going completely online, the University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) art department has faced many changes during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.

The long road back for Forest Mackenzie

By Cassie Hollasch · Friday, Nov. 13, 2020

A gust of wind blew damp autumn leaves across Forest Mackenzie's feet as he began his stretching. Mackenzie planted his right foot firmly on the ground and gingerly stretched the ankle of his left. His left calf muscle was noticeably smaller than the right. It will take some time for them to be the same size again.

UNH reports 83 total active COVID-19 cases

By Cassie Hollasch · Friday, Nov. 13, 2020

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) reported 83 total active positive cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) as of Nov. 10.

UNH faculty prepares for remote instruction

By Cassie Hollasch · Friday, Nov. 13, 2020

For many professors and lecturers, the transition from in-person to remote teaching can be a daunting task in what is quickly becoming a new normal in the world of education.

UNH faculty member appointed as NSA

Restaurants explore outdoor accommodation ideas during Covid-19

David Dobrik joins SCOPE for virtual Zoom call

UNH alum get engaged on footsteps of Williamson Hall

Resources made available for students remaining on campus over winter break

Hop + Grind transitions to curbside-only after COVID-19 case

How UNH clubs and organizations adapted to COVID-19

How UNH students date during COVID-19

27 students evicted from housing for COVID-19 protocol noncompliance

What to expect in the first 100 days of the Biden administration

On the issues: Biden's plans for office

UNH Health & Wellness advises students on safety procedures for returning home

Alpha Tau Omega’s Movember Philanthropy and Participation

Men’s hockey postponed due to inconclusive COVID-19 test

Gov. Sununu issues Statewide Mask Mandate

Update: UNH investigation involving faculty member still ongoing

Art Department makes changes amid pandemic

The long road back for Forest Mackenzie

UNH reports 83 total active COVID-19 cases

UNH faculty prepares for remote instruction

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The AWS Outage that Swept UNH

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UNH Scholarship Programs for First-Gen Students Terminated After Federal Grant Denials