Nominees sought for 2026 ceremonies

Monday, July 14, 2025
A man waves from the stage as he receives an honorary stole

Nominate an exceptional individual for recognition at UNH's 2026 commencement ceremonies. The University of New Hampshire invites students, faculty, staff, alumni, and university friends to submit candidates for honorary degrees, Granite State Awards, and potential commencement speakers. A campus-wide committee will carefully review all nominations and make final recommendations to President Elizabeth Chilton.

Nominations are open through August 30. Submit via the online form and be sure to include details that clearly align with award criteria—strong nominations stand out. For guidance, please visit the UNH website.

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Jeremy Gasowski | UNH Marketing | jeremy.gasowski@unh.edu | 603-862-4465