January 06, 2020
Throughout the past 20 years, SNHU has expanded its academic programs and global reach in ways that would have seemed unimaginable back in 2000. In this two-part article we celebrate SNHU graduates, some of whom are continuing on to another degree at their alma mater.
January 07, 2020
Graduates from the past two decades share the impact of their time at SNHU and their journey following graduation in the second of a two-part series.
January 29, 2020
If you like to travel, participate in service projects and learn about systematic issues and how they affect communities, an alternative spring break trip might be for you.
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We spend roughly half of our waking hours each week at work. The time, energy – and often heart – we put into earning a living is considerable. Having a stable job is crucial. So, how can you know when it’s time to leave?</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/10-good-reasons-leaving-job-blog.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=4D9585196A645C42040D134993B11578"},{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/career/job-interview-tips","title":"The Job Interview: Tips for Success and Common Interview Questions","publishDate":"Jun 03, 2021","summary":"<p>To get your ideal position with a company you admire, you have considerations to address before, during and after the job interview. 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We've compiled a list of potential bachelor's degree jobs in social sciences, liberal arts, science and technology.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/jobs-with-bachelors-degree-blog.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=82203D7976B4B495FE737F01F3FE8D9D"}]},{"id":"b876b4bc-dde5-42af-9d25-4656b86f9f0b","title":"Community","href":"/about-us/newsroom/community","items":[{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/community/global-days-of-service","title":"The SNHU Community Logged 5,500 Hours of Service From February to May","publishDate":"Jun 21, 2021","summary":"<p>SNHU's 2021 Global Days of Service brought attention to a different societal issue each month: hunger, shelter, environmental justice and the pandemic's essential workers. Throughout the four-month-long event, Penmen from across the world shared their stories of service, community and strength.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/global-days-2021-blog.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=D04CD4F305FFB930B7070E8A74BEA0E2"},{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/community/summer-reading-recommendations","title":"What Some SNHU Academic Leaders Recommend Reading this Summer","publishDate":"Jun 18, 2021","summary":"<p>If you are searching for book suggestions, look no further: The annual summer reading recommendations have arrived. This year's list features more than 35 selections that span several genres suggested by some of SNHU's academic leaders. </p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/summer-reading-2021-blog.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=CCA12C7DE6B7B16FEE566AE6E270FD77"},{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/community/what-does-alumni-mean","title":"What Does Alumni Mean: The Value of an Alumni Network","publishDate":"Jun 04, 2021","summary":"<p>The day you receive your diploma from your university is a proud one, marking the culmination of your degree. But, your relationship with the university doesn't have to end there. Alumni are an integral part of a university community and are true advocates for student success.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/what-does-alumni-mean-blog.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=70DE6E47E80A9463F5F4994E78E2C47E"}]},{"id":"58d804ed-2bc5-4782-8b8a-f2ee6435953e","title":"Education","href":"/about-us/newsroom/education","items":[{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/education/what-can-you-do-with-a-ba-degree","title":"What is a BA Degree and What Can You Do With It?","publishDate":"Sep 22, 2021","summary":"<p>A Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree can provide a wide-ranging education, equipping you with a well-rounded knowledge base. 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Anywhere healthcare decisions are being made, nurse practitioners have an important role.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/nurse-practitioner-blog.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=9D852E3E52D2D301D740B81E3B14C411"}]},{"id":"60631f19-f353-4971-a535-7182928da076","title":"Liberal Arts","href":"/about-us/newsroom/liberal-arts","items":[{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/liberal-arts/loretta-gray-diploma-delivery","title":"History Grad, Cancer Survivor Surprised by Special Diploma Delivery","publishDate":"Sep 15, 2021","summary":"<p>Loretta Gray started her college career in 1997, but finances took her away shortly after. Just a few weeks ago, the two-time cancer survivor completed her bachelor’s degree in history. Little did she know, her husband and SNHU were planning a special diploma delivery for her.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/loretta-gray-diploma-delivery-blog.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=ACDDFEA44F3201DB49E6E31CCBF4C30C"},{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/liberal-arts/what-is-an-mfa-degree","title":"What is an MFA Degree? What You Need to Know","publishDate":"Aug 05, 2021","summary":"<p>An MFA stands for Master of Fine Arts and is a graduate-level degree earned by students who study and practice visual arts, performing arts, design or creative writing.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/mfa-blog.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=A57C035E81996C0B6F91A0BBF6D55946"},{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/liberal-arts/celebrating-jesus-suarez","title":"Jesús Suárez: Honoring His Father's Legacy Through His Degree","publishDate":"Jul 19, 2021","summary":"<p>The moment Jesús Suárez ’21 received his diploma in the mail was one he and his family will never forget. This was more than a degree—it was a cap to an incredible journey. While there was a series of hardships along the way, there was a persevering sense of love and accomplishment.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/blog-jesus.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=DE6D16178F5F598AB6E5BF21E494AC43"}]},{"id":"5749cdd2-20e3-4850-bb2d-4b97f3cf955d","title":"Military","href":"/about-us/newsroom/military","items":[{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/military/hawaii-operation-homefront","title":"Full Scholarship Allows Military Spouse to Earn Environmental Degree ","publishDate":"Sep 24, 2021","summary":"<p>As a long-time military spouse with three children, Heather Poss has had little time to focus on herself and her aspirations. 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SNHU was named “A Great College to Work For” for the 14th year in a row as part of the Great Colleges program, one of the largest and most respected workplace-recognition programs in the country.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/covid-press-release.ashx?h=440&w=440&sc_lang=en&hash=EB444BF79BF28ADA1B08EBC5DDD9A33D"},{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/press-releases/presidents-and-deans-list-summer-2021","title":"President's and Dean's List Summer 2021","publishDate":"Sep 10, 2021","summary":"<p>It is with great pleasure that Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) recognizes the following students' academic achievement in being named to the President and Dean's List for the summer 2021 semester.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/covid-press-release.ashx?h=440&w=440&sc_lang=en&hash=EB444BF79BF28ADA1B08EBC5DDD9A33D"},{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/press-releases/snhu-celebrates-a-decade-without-raising-tuition","title":"SNHU Celebrates a Decade Without Raising Tuition","publishDate":"Jul 12, 2021","summary":"<p>As part of its commitment to make college more affordable and accessible for learners across the globe, Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU) is extending its 10-year tuition freeze for its online programs through 2022.</p>","image":"/-/media/images/blog-image/tuition-freeze-blog-image.ashx?h=440&w=440&hash=3BF2D825C9366349E39D2E36FDE72E64"}]},{"id":"29ffccd6-eb41-4cd9-89ef-2908323439f9","title":"Social Sciences","href":"/about-us/newsroom/social-sciences","items":[{"href":"/about-us/newsroom/social-sciences/should-you-become-a-psychology-major","title":"Should You Become a Psychology Major? 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