So much happened this year in Wildcat country, from moving in the class of 2026, to community celebrations such as Lunar New Year and UDay, to sending off the class of 2023. As we wrap up the school year, we're sharing a Wildcat year in review! Enjoy this timeline of some of the highlights of our year.
August
Class of 2026 moved into campus
We welcomed our newest class of Wildcats as they moved into campus. They were our largest class since 2018 with strong representation among high-achieving, multicultural and first-gen students!
September
We celebrated UDay
UNH students spent UDay getting to know campus and local organizations and celebrating with the campus community.
October
We welcomed home our alumni
UNH's annual homecoming celebration included tailgating, celebrating with family and friends, football and marching band music.
November
We cheered on our Wildcats
Both UNH men's and women's soccer won the America East Championship!
December
Campus trails and bridges were named to honor Abenaki heritage
A set of frequently-traveled trails and bridges surrounded by trees and a brook were named to honor the culture of the Abenaki people and to teach our community about their history.
January
We celebrated five years of increasing access
UNH celebrated five years of both the Granite Guarantee and a tuition freeze — programs that greatly increase access to a UNH education.
February
The United Asian Coalition celebrated Lunar New Year
The UNH United Asian Coalition hosted its annual Lunar New Year event to celebrate the year of the Rabbit.
March
UNH announced the founding of the Hamel Honors & Scholars College
Dana Hamel's $20 million gift made possible a living and learning community for high-achieving students, beginning in fall 2024.
April
UNH held its annual Undergraduate Research Conference
More than 1500 undergraduates presented their research on topics ranging from the use of blood flow restriction in resistance training to the effects of aging on the nesting success of salt marsh sparrows.
May
We celebrated our class of 2023 graduation!
The UNH community celebrated the achievements of the class of 2023 at graduation ceremonies for each college and a series of fun celebrations, including the lobster bake and cap decorating contest.
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