Voices of Wildcats - Student Stories

Have you ever thought you might have the next big idea? That’s what happened to Joel Nkounkou ’18 one night at UNH when he asked himself if college textbooks could be more cost efficient and less of a barrier for students. After all, if you can download millions of songs a month for one price, why shouldn’t you be able to do the same with textbooks required on the syllabus? Read More

“Think independently” was just one of the many important lessons David Cote ’76 learned from his parents while growing up. And it’s served him well. Today, he’s the CEO of Honeywell and has earned about as many awards as the company’s list of products. But despite being featured on Barron’s list of World’s Best CEOs, Cote is anything but your stereotypical corporate boss. He wears jeans, blares rap music in his office, and continues to think independently—all while inspiring others to do the same. Read More

There is only one planet and therefore we must use our resources wisely. Caterina Roman ’22 has spent the past 4 years at UNH growing her knowledge and expertise in the world of sustainable agriculture in the hopes of getting her Ph.D. — and eventually becoming a lead scientist at an indoor growing facility that produces local food in urban settings. Read More

The global pandemic called on UNH’s scientists – both established and emerging. So when you’re a driven biomedical laboratory student on a campus that opens its own COVID-19 testing lab, you raise your hand to help. At least you do if you’re Julia Dusseault. Read More