About Connect

Connect is an undergraduate academic support, social integration and retention program for multicultural students at the University of New Hampshire.   In 1994, the Black Student Union requested a freshmen orientation program for multicultural students to better acclimate them to the University of New Hampshire climate and culture…And Connect was born! 

The mission of Connect is to promote the concept of diversity by developing a receptive environment for multicultural students on a predominately white campus.  This mission will be accomplished by providing social and educational support for those students who identify themselves as: Black, African-American, Caribbean-American, African; Latino/a, Hispanic; Asian-American, Asian, Pacific Islander; Native American, First Nations, Indigenous; Bi-racial, Multi-racial; Middle-Eastern. 

Connect is primarily concerned with helping students transition from high school to college.  Through academic support, social programs and collaborations with key UNH resources, our goal is to support students as they complete their undergraduate degree.  Our secondary goal is to provide professional growth, development and experiences so students are adequately prepared to enter a career or graduate school upon graduation. 

Connect creates a home away from home – a welcoming, supportive and friendly atmosphere for multicultural students.  A students’ initial experience at college –often the first hours- shapes academic performance and social adjustment.  Connect assures that these experiences are positive.