How can you find a strong support system in college? How can you ask for help as a college student?
Welcome back to our College Survival Guide series, where we help you transition between high school and college. We know that the move away from home and into college can be challenging. We’re here today to tell you about all the people who will be there to support you when you arrive on campus!
Hall Director office in Haaland Hall
The People Who Make You Feel at Home
Your Resident Assistant and Hall Director
When you move into your residence hall on campus, you will meet your Resident Assistant (RA) and Hall Director. They are here to support you in your new home and address any concerns you may have. They are also here to help you enjoy your new home and plan fun social activities in your residence hall so you can feel a strong sense of community and get to know your neighbors.
Learn more about living on campus
UNH professor meeting with student
The Person to Answer All Your Burning Questions
Your Favorite Professor
UNH students say that incoming students should not be afraid to speak up in class when they have a question. They also advise that professors are more than happy to talk about all things class, academics and your future with you during their office hours. Your professors can be the gateways to your next research project or the support you need to ace your next test, so don’t hesitate to reach out when you need to!
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The New Hampshire Outing Club at UDay
The Community That Gets You
Your Student Org
At UDay, a celebration of UNH student organizations, hundreds of student groups share with the entire UNH campus what makes their community special. UNH students say that being a member of one or more student orgs helps them to feel a sense of community on our campus. Whether you join an organization where you take part in community service projects with others or a club sports team, you’ll find your people. Sharing what motivates you and brings you joy with others is a great foundation for friendship!
UNH Career and Professional Success Career and Internship Fair
The People Who Believe in Your Future
Career and Professional Success Office
UNH’s Career and Professional Success office (CaPS) is here to help prepare you for your future after UNH. Their Career and Internship Fairs bring employers from all industries to UNH so you can network with representatives from companies and discover more about where your path after graduation might lead you. The CaPS team includes career advisors within each college and weekly career drop-in hours so you can get the tailored support you need.
Learn more about Career and Professional Success
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College Survival Guide: Living on Campus
There are a lot of differences between your high school life and your college life. Today, let’s bridge the gap with some tips and advice for living on your own and conquering college life.
