UNH Today

Welcome, Wildcats: Campus Energized With Arrival of Students

Campus sprung to life with the arrival of students and their families for move-in weekend beginning Aug. 21, signaling the start of a new academic year. A welcoming crew of Wildcats - including the Cat Pack Captains as well as UNH President Elizabeth Chilton and her dog, Wally - helped move belongings into dorm rooms and get everyone settled on campus. We were there to catch the action throughout the weekend, and have the photo and video highlights to prove it.

The Research Behind New Hampshire’s Outdoor Recreational Experience

UNH recreation researchers help New Hampshire balance the economic benefits of booming outdoor recreation with challenges like overcrowding, climate change, and public health risks. Their work informs statewide planning, policy, and campaigns like Wildly Responsible, ensuring sustainable access, safety, and long-term vitality for the state’s outdoor assets.

UNH Study Finds Walkable Neighborhoods Eased Pandemic Mental Health Declines

UNH economist Karen Conway’s new study finds that walkable neighborhoods helped buffer pandemic-related mental health declines. Using national data, she and collaborator Andrea Menclova showed that even modest increases in walkability reduced deterioration, suggesting investments in sidewalks and neighborhood design can serve as cost-effective public health interventions.

Four Recent Grads Secure Fulbright Grants to Study Internationally

Four recent UNH graduates were named Fulbright recipients this spring, earning grants that will allow them to further their education in Scotland, Jordan, Germany, and Taiwan, respectively.

Jake Gehrung ’20, Silas McIntire ’23, Sydney Seaver ’24 and Madison Smith ’23 received the recognition. Additionally, Lina Adjout ’21 was recognized as an alternate.