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Student panel discusses abroad experiences

A conversation on what to do next

Why TNH is adapting to a ‘Digital First’ philosophy

The Whitt Gets lit

New additions to student service organizations

Students share international experiences at PechaKucha

International Food Luncheon brings food and diversity

Gastronomy, the art of preparing edible dishes, has connected individuals of different cultures for centuries. The consumption and appreciation of phenomenal food may arguably be the best way to connect with others, as it eliminates the limitation of a language barrier and encourages a mutual love for delectable cuisines. This connection was present at the International Food Luncheon on Friday, Nov. 18 from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. in the Huddleston Ballroom. UNH has now hosted this event for over 60 years.

Durham fire union looks to increase presence of AEDs in community

Firefighting is not all about extinguishing fires, climbing ladders, kicking in doors, running hose lines and saving babies. Off and away from smoke and fire, the Durham firefighters focus their collective energy on other deeds that might just be as good as saving the day.

Child trafficking brought to light in MUB lecture

International child rights advocate Conor Grennan spoke to a crowd of UNH students in the Strafford Room of the Memoriam Union Building (MUB) on the night of Wednesday, Nov. 16, as part of the MUB’s Current Issues Lecture Series. As the founder of Next Generation Nepal, which is an organization that helps victims of child trafficking reunite with their families, Grennan kept his audience captivated as he told the story of how the organization came to be.

Geographic technologies on display at annual GIS Day

UNH’s Geospatial Services Center celebrated its annual Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Day in Dimond Library on Wednesday, Nov. 16. Speakers from around the nation presented five-minute lightning talks on new techniques, research and technologies connected to geographic information systems.

OSIL’s ‘Tomorrow’s Challenges’ series continues

On the night of Wednesday, Nov. 16, UNH’s Office of Student Involvement and Leadership (OSIL) put on a talk by UNH Director of Memorial Union and Student Activities MaryAnne Lustgraaf, in the Memorial Union Building’s (MUB) Theater I, titled “Tomorrow’s Challenges: The Rise of Nationalism Vs. A Time of Greater Acceptance.”

UNH Mock Trial’s commitment and hard work not to be mocked

Though it’s common to assume that Mock Trial is only for those students interested in law school, the program is open to any student here at the university who wishes to learn and improve their skills in argument, witness examination, evidentiary procedure, trial strategy and persuasive speaking.

TNH alumni series: Alyssa Taliaferro

“Don’t pigeonhole yourself into one aspect of the [journalism] field. It has evolved over time and has taken over many different roles. There is no harm in taking the time to think about what aspects of journalism that is most important to you. Know your passion and follow it to wherever success may follow,” UNH graduate Alyssa Taliaferro, ’13, said.

Multiple residence halls lose power all day and into night

UNH Democrats host anti-Trump rally

UNH ‘nasty girl’ starts safe space for discussion

Annual harvest dinner brings the farm to campus

ECenter recruits student entrepreneurs through sticky notes

Since January of this year, students interested in starting their own companies have had the opportunity to develop their original ideas through the use of the Peter T. Paul Entrepreneur Center (ECenter). Thoughts and ideas of some student entrepreneurs can be first seen upon a sticky note filled bulletin board that is located at the entrance to the center.

National fellowships and scholarships open up opportunities

Studying abroad. Conducting research. Teaching English. Partaking in a professional internship. These are just four of the opportunities that students can delve into as a result of receiving a national fellowship or scholarship. 

Durham holds Zero Waste Conference, encourages the initiative

The third annual Students for Zero Waste Conference was held in Durham this past weekend, with Keynote Speaker Lisa Bjerke hosting a talk in the Memorial Union Building’s (MUB) Granite State Room (GSR) on Saturday morning, Nov. 12.  During the course of the day, presentations and activities were held to educate participants on the zero waste initiative.