UNH Today

Computer Science Tops Starting Salary Survey for Computing Majors

The future is bright for graduates with degrees in computer science. According to the Department of Labor, projected job growth for computer-related careers from 2012 to 2022 ranges from 18 to 37 percent. Not only are these grads in high demand, but a recent survey by the National Association of Colleges and Employers shows they’re also among the highest paid right out of college.

New Hampshire AmeriCorps

A number of New Hampshire companies and universities have established preferential hiring and acceptance practices towards AmeriCorps Senior Alumni. The Carsey School has joined the AmeriCorps Education Award Matching Program which encourages service year alumni to apply. It also sends a message that they are the type of students that we want to have on campus. 

Child and Family Psychotherapy Expert Joins Psychology Faculty

Dr. Nicholas Mian will join the UNH Manchester faculty this fall as an Assistant Professor of Psychology, bringing expertise in child and family psychotherapy to the program. Mian, a licensed clinical psychologist, has taught a variety of psychology classes at Boston University and University of Massachusetts Boston, and is excited to start working with students in the UNH Manchester community.

UNH Manchester Alum Snags Best New Business Award

Mollie Markins' mantra seems to be, "I can do that." After all, she had never worked in television but when the chance to intern at WMUR and Manchester Public Television came up, she thought, "I can do that." When it came time to find work after college she was asked to do a promo video and though she only had a limited amount of experience, she said, "I can do that." And when she was deciding whether she should start her own business at 23, she believed, "I can do that."

Professor Jack Hoza Recognized for Teaching Excellence

Jack Hoza, professor and director of the Sign Language Interpretation program at the University of New Hampshire at Manchester, was awarded the college’s 2015 Teaching Excellence Award. UNH's Teaching Excellence Award recognizes faculty who motivate, challenge and inspire students to succeed both in and out of the classroom. Hoza’s glowing reputation among his students and colleagues earned him this year’s award.