On the Record
May 18, 2013
Commencement Address by Lt. General Mary A. Legere '82
Read Lt. General Legere's Commencement address
Commencement Remarks by President Huddleston
Read Mark Huddleston's remarks
New video makes the case for public support of NH higher education
May 9, 2013
A new video features state business leaders and others explaining why public support for higher education is vital to New Hampshire's economy and longterm success. Watch the video.
Letter: Declining state support drives up UNH tuition
April 5, 2013
President Huddleston responds to an editorial in the Union Leader: "From fiscal year 2000 to fiscal year 2012, state support for New Hampshire's four-year public colleges and universities declined 28.1 percent -- even while our enrollments grew 22.6 percent." Read the full response.
The Telegraph: President Huddleston makes case for supporting NH students
March 29, 2013
In an interview with The Telegraph's editorial board, President Huddleston says efforts to restore public support for UNH are gaining ground at the State House as lawmakers learn more about the University's role in supporting the economy. Read more.
University System reacts to House Finance plan to cut budget proposed by Gov. Hassan
March 27, 2013
The University System of New Hampshire Board of Trustees and Presidents reacted to a recommendation by the House Finance Committee on March 27 to cut money for USNH from the budget proposed by Gov. Maggie Hassan. Read the statement.
Guest editorial by USNH presidents endorses plan to restore state support
Feb. 25, 2013
The presidents of UNH, Keene State College, Plymouth State University and Granite State College sign a guest editorial endorsing Gov. Maggie Hassan's plan to restore state support for USNH. Read the editorial.
President Huddleston testifies on Capital Hill in support of charitable tax deductions
Feb. 14, 2013
President Huddleston testified before the U.S. House Committee on Ways and Means at a hearing on tax reform and charitable contributions, stressing the importance of charitable giving to higher education. Read his full testimony and a news report.
Budget testimony urges partnership for public higher education
Jan. 17, 2013
President Huddleston calls for a new partnership with state lawmakers in his testimony before the House Finance Committee: "I want to change the tenor of the conversation that we have with one another. I want to end the sniping and the adversarial relationship. I want you to be proud of your institutions of higher education in New Hampshire.” Read his full remarks.
USNH officials call for new vision, partnership with state
November 28, 2012
President Huddleston and University System officials joined in appealing to state lawmakers to restore funding to New Hampshire's four-year colleges and universities. Read about the hearing at the State House and find the full text of the president's remarks here.
President reports on the State of the University
October 11, 2012
In his annual State of the University address, President Huddleston explained how four enduring campaigns are guiding UNH. Read his remarks.
President Huddleston details appeal for restoring state budget cut
September 20, 2012
President Huddleston makes the case for restoring state support to UNH. A recent poll shows that 71 percent of New Hampshire adults support restoring state funding if in-state tuition is frozen for two years and financial aid is increased for students in need. Read more.
H. Irving Grousbeck – President’s Distinguished Speaker Series
September 13, 2012
President Huddleston welcomed H. Irving Grousbeck to UNH for the President's Distinguished Speaker Series. Grousbeck is a consulting professor of management at Stanford University’s Graduate School of Business, and co-head of the school’s Center for Entrepreneurial Studies. He is also a managing director of the Boston Celtics. Read the remarks.
NH Residents Support Funding to Keep Public Colleges and Universities Affordable
August 28, 2012
Sixty-four percent of Granite State residents did not agree with the state legislature’s decision to cut funding by 50 percent for public colleges and universities in New Hampshire, according to the latest Granite State Poll conducted by the University of New Hampshire Survey enter. Read more.
UNH Announces Best Fundraising Year in a Decade
July 18, 2012
The University of New Hampshire Foundation has announced one of its best fundraising years ever, with the total amount of money raised second only to the final year of the last capital campaign in 2002. Gifts and pledges in fiscal year 2012 (July 1-June 30) were up more than 77 percent from last year, for a total of $22.5 million. The goal was $20 million. Read more.
New Report: UNH Contributes More than $1.4 Billion to the NH Economy Every Year
June 22, 2012
UNH contributes more than $1.4 billion every year to New Hampshire’s economy and its contribution to the state’s skilled workforce is valued at $642 million, according to a new economic impact study. Read more.
UNH Commencement 2012
May 19, 2012
President Huddleston greets families, friends, and graduates at the 2012 Commencement ceremony. Read the remarks.
Rafieymehr Named Dean of UNH's Manchester Campus
April 4, 2012
Ali Rafieymehr has been appointed as the new dean of the university’s campus in Manchester. As the chief academic and administrative officer, Rafieymehr will be responsible for promoting academic excellence and community engagement with business and community organizations in the greater Manchester area. Read more.
$20 Million Federal Grant Announced
March 28, 2012
Governor Lynch and President Huddleston announce a $20 million federal grant to support statewide economic development and New Hampshire's quality of life. Read more.
UNH Welcomes MSNBC's "Morning Joe"
Jan. 8, 2012
UNH sponsored MSNBC's "Morning Joe" appearance in Manchester ahead of New Hampshire's first-in-the-nation presidential primary. President Huddleston introduced the show's commentators and set the stage for a town meeting. Watch the forum.
The Campaign for New Hampshire
Jan. 1, 2012
Did you know that one third of UNH students are first generation college students? Watch this video and discover who else is.
Budget Forum Oct. 13
Oct. 13, 2011
President Huddleston invited the University community to an open forum on UNH budget issues. Watch the forum.
Budget Forum Set for Oct. 13
Sept. 28, 2011
President Huddleston invites the University community to an open forum on UNH budget issues. Read his letter.
State of the University
Sept. 15, 2011
President Huddleston delivers the State of the University speech to the UNH community. Read more.
An Update on Our Challenges and Opportunities
Aug. 5, 2011
A letter to the University community outlines the response to a state budget cut and details opportunities. Read more.
UNH Commencement 2011
May 21, 2011
President Huddleston greets families, friends, and graduates at the 2011 Commencement ceremony. Read his remarks.
Letter Outlines First Steps in Response to State Budget Cuts
May 5, 2011
President Huddleston outlines the first steps that UNH is taking to absorb deep cuts in the proposed state budget appropriation for the University System. Read his letter to the UNH Community.
Groundbreaking Held for Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics
May 3, 2011
Philanthropist and alumnus Peter T. Paul encouraged the Class of 2011 to give back to their university, a challenge he issued at the groundbreaking for the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics. Read the Campus Journal story here.
Companies Chosen for Green Launching Pad
April 28, 2011
U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu joined Gov. John Lynch and President Mark W. Huddleston in announcing the six businesses selected to participate in the second round of Green Launching Pad funding. Read the Campus Journal story here.
President Huddleston Responds to AAUP Vote
April 27, 2011
President Huddleston responds to an AAUP vote of no confidence. Read his statement here.
President Testifies Before Senate Finance Committee
April 18, 2011
President Huddleston joined students, faculty, staff, and alumni from the University System of New Hampshire in offering testimony to state Senate budget writers. Read his full testimony here.
Responding to Proposed State Budget Cuts
April 11, 2011
President Huddleston outlines how UNH is preparing for a proposed 45 percent reduction in state support for the University--a drastic, $31 million loss. Read the letter.
Letter to the UNH Community
March 28, 2011
President Huddleston writes to the UNH community with an update on the state budget process, and an outline for how the University is responding. Read the letter.
Budget Task Force Update
March 7, 2011
President Huddleston wrote to the UNH community about how the Budget Task Force will work. Read the update.
The Facts About the Funding of UNH's New Business College
February 18, 2011
President Huddleston responded to questions surrounding the Peter T. Paul College of Business and Economics in The New Hampshire, the University's student newspaper. Read the letter.
UNH Task Force on State Budget Cuts
February 16, 2011
To better meet the challenges posed by Governor Lynch's budget cuts, President Huddleston appointed a faculty-staff-student task force. Read his letter to the UNH community.
Judd Gregg Marine Research Facility Dedication
December 13, 2010
President Huddleston joined UNH faculty representatives in thanking U.S. Senator Judd Gregg for his leadership and commitment to innovation in environmental science and technology. Read President Huddleston's remarks.
J. Bonnie Newman Pettee Medal Award Ceremony
November 19, 2010
The University of New Hampshire honored J. Bonnie Newman, the 77th Pettee Medal recipient. Read the remarks.
Concord Coalition
November 18, 2010
President Huddleston joined a non-partisan, solutions-oriented conversation focusing on Sustainable Future: How Can our Nation Turn the Corner on the Economy and Environment and Can NH Lead the Way? Read the remarks.
Confucius Institute Opening Ceremony
October 26, 2010
Chinese officials, performers, and guests celebrated the beginning of an innovative new partnership. Read the remarks.
Hubbard Family Award for Service to Philanthropy
October 1, 2010
President Huddleston was on hand to welcome guests and pay tribute to the Honorable Walter Peterson, and his wife, Dorothy. Read the remarks.
Strategic Plan Update
September 21, 2010
The University community convened to learn about progress to date on the Strategic Plan. Read President Huddleston’s update.
Berwick Academy Commencement
June 4, 2010
Berwick Academy invited President Huddleston to speak at their Commencement. Read the remarks.
UNH Commencement 2010
May 22, 2010
President Huddleston greeted students, faculty, alumni, families, and friends at the University’s 140 Commencement. Read the remarks.
Steven Taylor Pettee Medal Award Ceremony
April 6, 2010
The University of New Hampshire honored Steve Taylor as the 76th Pettee Medal recipient. Read President Huddleston’s remarks.
Green Launching Pad
February 3, 2010
President Huddleston’s announced an innovative partnership between the state and the University of New Hampshire to grow businesses and jobs in the Granite State. Read the remarks.
UNH in 2020
February 2, 2010
President Huddleston unveiled the University’s strategic plan for the next ten years. Watch the presentation.
President calls for more engagement in wake of campus assaults
November 6, 2009
Read the letter.
Letter Regarding University Budget
June 3, 2009
Read the letter.
UNH Commencement 2009
May 23, 2009
President Huddleston's remarks.
Stonyfield Farm Chairman, President and CEO Gary Hirshberg's Commencement Address.
Army ROTC Commissioning Ceremony
May 22, 2009
President Huddleston's remarks.
UNH at Manchester Commencement
May 21, 2009
President Huddleston's remarks.
Commencement Address, Great Bay Community College
May 16, 2009
President Huddleston's remarks.
Letter Regarding University Enrollment
May, 2009
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Letter Regarding University Budget, April 2009
April 3, 2009
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Letter Regarding University Budget, March 2009
March 4, 2009
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Letter Regarding University Budget, January 2009
January 26, 2009
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Testimony to Governor's 2010–11 Operating Budget Hearing
November 21, 2008
Read the testimony.
Letter Regarding University Budget
November 21, 2008
Read President Huddleston's Letter (PDF).
Installation as Nineteenth President of the University of New Hampshire
September 16, 2008
Read President Huddleston's Inaugural Address.
UNH Commencement 2008
May 24, 2008
Read President Huddleston's remarks.
Read City Year Founder Michael Brown's remarks.
Budget Improvement Plan
May 14, 2008
President Huddleston wrote to the UNH community about the budget.
Read the letter (PDF 1.4 M).
Business NH Magazine
March 25, 2008
President Huddleston accepted Business NH magazine’s "Lean and Green" award on behalf of the University of New Hampshire.
Read the story (PDF 508k).
State of the University 2007
November 15, 2007
Read the remarks.
Remarks at CEO Forum, Durham, NH
October 30, 2007
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Clean Air—Cool Planet conference remarks, Manchester, NH
October 12, 2007
Read the remarks.
