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MLK Jr. Forum on Public and Private Schools Takes Place Today

01.30.13

The panel discussion “Educational Panel: Public and Private Schools: What's Working, What's Not,” will take place Wednesday, Jan. 30, 4-5:30 p.m., in the MUB Strafford Room. The event is part of UNH’s annual Martin Luther King Jr. celebration.

 

The Proof is In: Tandem Health Advantage Saves Money

02.27.13

When the University System of New Hampshire (USNH) made the move to a self-insured health insurance program in 2012, its aim was to reduce costs. The addition of the personal shopping service Tandem Health Advantage has helped in reaching that goal. 

Graham Named Executive Director of UNH ADVANCE

02.27.13

Karen Graham, professor of mathematics and director of the Joan and James Leitzel Center, has been named executive director of UNH ADVANCE, and special assistant to the vice provost for faculty development and inclusive excellence. 

Business Affairs Students Receive Textbook Scholarships

02.26.13

Students who work for the Office of Business Affairs have benefited from Fred Kfoury Jr.’s affinity for his alma mater since 2007 when he first began funding textbook scholarships. Just weeks ago, before his Feb. 19 death, the New Hampshire businessman was on campus to meet the recipients of this year’s awards.

Missing Phi Beta Kappa Society Charter Found in Murkland Basement

02.20.13

A copy of the Phi Beta Kappa charter after it has been partially flattened. Photo: Bill Ross. 

When the heating system in Murkland Hall failed in late January causing water damage to various parts of the building, it’s likely there wasn’t much thought given to the upside. Turns out there was one, though.

UNH Announces Winner of First Woodward International Playwriting Prize

02.20.13

New York-based playwright Chantal Bilodeau is the winner of the first Woodward International Playwriting Prize.

The Department of Theatre and Dance announces that the winning play of the first Woodward International Playwriting Prize is “Sila” by Canadian playwright Chantal Bilodeau.

Karen Graham Named Executive Director of UNH ADVANCE

02.20.13

Karen Graham, professor of mathematics and the director of the Joan and James Leitzel Center, has been named executive director of UNH ADVANCE, and special assistant to the vice provost for faculty development and inclusive excellence. 

Professor’s Book Named Finalist for 2013 George Washington Book Prize

02.20.13

“Among the Powers of the Earth: The American Revolution and the Making of a New World Empire” (Harvard University Press, 2012) by Eliga Gould, UNH professor of history, has been named a finalist for the 2013 George Washington Book Prize, a $50,000 award that recognizes the best recent book on the nation’s founding era. 

Getting Around: UNH Transportation Has Options

02.13.13

On Monday, Feb. 18, weekday bus service between Rochester and UNH will begin with the Wildcat Transit’s new Route 125/Rochester Express. Seven runs will be offered daily, Monday through Friday.  

The ride between Rochester and UNH takes about 35 minutes. The one-way fare is $1.50; passengers with valid UNH student or employee IDs ride free.  

President Huddleston to Testify in Congress on Tax Reform

02.13.13

UNH President Mark Huddleston will testify before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ways and Means Thursday, Feb. 14, 2013, at a hearing on tax reform and charitable contributions. His complete testimony, which will focus on the importance of charitable giving to higher education, will run in next week’s issue of Campus Journal. 

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