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Aulbani J. Beauregard Center for Equity, Justice, and Freedom

  • The Beauregard Center is an inclusive student center and a welcoming space for all students.
  • We offer a wide range of student support, engagement, development, and success services and programs that enhances all students’ social and academic growth through partnering with students from historically excluded and underserved backgrounds and ally students.
  • We facilitate our student success efforts through our Student Support and Development, Student Retention and Success, Education and Development, Programming and Engagement, and Community Engagement function areas.
  • In doing so, we prepare students for a diverse, multicultural, and globalized world.

Highlights in the list of student services offered by the Beauregard Center include the CONNECT Program, non-academic advising and confidential resource advisors for disclosures of sexual misconduct, de-stressing and community-building programming (ex: ThirsTea Thursdays and Clocked Out), student employment programs (ex: Front Desk Student Employees and Interns), educational programming (ex: heritage and awareness month programming), leadership development programs (ex: Audre Lorde Summit), community engagement (ex: MLK Day of Service), and recognition programs (ex: Celebration of Excellence and Achievement).

CONNECT Program: An early-arrival residential summer program designed for students attending the Durham Campus. The program is open to all incoming first-year undergraduate students with a focus on students from historically underrepresented backgrounds, including those who are the first in their families to attend college. CONNECT participant move in early into on-campus housing, get matched with a trained and experienced peer mentor, explore student resources, and engage in interactive learning, skill building, and social activities. Program costs, including on-campus housing, meals, and activities, are covered by the University of New Hampshire.

The Beauregard Center is located in the Memorial Union Building (MUB), Suite 120, 83 Main Street, Durham, NH. Visit the Beauregard Center Website to learn more about all of our services or email us at Beauregard.Center@unh.edu or call 603-862-5204. 

Career and Professional Success

Career and Professional Success (CaPS) is UNH’s career services unit. We help students explore career paths, gain experiences that give them a competitive edge in the job market, find and apply for jobs and experiential learning opportunities, and build connections with employers and alumni.

Our services include:

  • Individual appointments and drop-in hours for support with resumes, cover letters, interviews, LinkedIn, internship and job searches, and other career needs.
  • Job and internship fairs and employer recruiting events.
  • Workshops and classroom presentations on career topics.

For more information, call (603) 862-2070, email caps@unh.edu, visit the CaPS website, or follow @unhcaps on social media.

Internships

Career and Professional Success (CaPS) supports students in locating experiential learning opportunities that build professional skills and align with their academic and career interests. These opportunities may include internships, field experiences, and other career-oriented work experiences across a wide range of settings, from traditional business organizations to nonprofit, government, and community-based environments. Students may find many of these opportunities through Handshake. Students who wish to pursue experiential learning for academic credit should consult with their academic department.

For more information about internships and experiential learning opportunities at UNH, call (603) 862-2070, email caps@unh.edu, visit the CaPS website. 

Center for Academic Resources

The Center for Academic Resources (CFAR) provides personalized academic-related services to undergraduate students. Professional educational counselors and student academic mentors work one-on-one coaching students on understanding UNH’s academic culture, accessing and utilizing course resources, studying more effectively, and managing personal stressors impacting their academics. Students develop effective note taking and reading strategies, test preparation and taking skills, problem-solving, and organizational and time management skills. Services are easy to access through our drop-in hours, Monday through Thursday from 11am to 3pm at Smith Hall 206. Students meet with an educational counselor to hear about the program, learn tools to try immediately, and get paired to work weekly with a peer academic mentor. Study tools and course specific resources can also be found on our CFAR website. For more information call (603) 862-3698, e-mail cfar.sss@unh.edu, or visit us in Smith Hall.

Honor Societies

The University of New Hampshire has a long and strong/valued tradition of recognizing outstanding student academic achievement through election to a variety of honor societies.  Some of these national societies recognize performance in any academic field while others are limited to specific disciplines.

Honor societies are most prevalent in colleges and universities. Based on varying criteria of high academic achievement and leadership, students are invited to join most commonly in their junior or senior year. Although initiated into the campus chapter, students become members of the national society for life.

Discipline Society Name, and Sash/Stole/Cord Color, UNH Contact information

Athletics

Chi Alpha Sigma, Black and Gold Cord, Joanne.Maldari@unh.edu

Band

Kappa Kappa Psi, Blue and White Cord, Casey.Goodwin@unh.edu

Biological Sciences

Phi Sigma, Yellow, Green and White Cord, Dr. Estelle.Hrabak@unh.edu

Business

Beta Gamma Sigma, Gold and Blue Cord, Sherri.Cannon@unh.edu

Campus-Wide

Golden Key, Blue and Gold Sash, TBA

Classics

Eta Sigma Phi, Gold and Purple Cord, Dr. Richard.Clairmont@unh.edu and Dr. Scott.Smith@unh.edu

Communications

Lambda Pi Eta, Red, White and Gold Cord, Professor Michelle.Gibbons@unh.edu

Computer Science

Upsilon Pi Epsilon, Maroon and White Cord Dr. Radim Bartos, rbartos@cs.unh.edu

Economics

Omicron Delta Epsilon, Gold and Blue Cord, Dr. Marc.Herold@unh.edu

Engineering

Tau Beta Pi, Orange and White Cord, Dr. Erin.Bell@unh.edu

Engineering

UNH Society of Women Engineers, Green and Yellow Stole, Dr. May-Win.Thein@unh.edu

English

Sigma Tau Delta, Cardinal and Black Cord, Carla Cannizzaro, Carla.C@unh.edu

Fraternity/Sorority

Order of Omega, Gold and Ivory, Jamie.Silverstein@unh.edu

Health Pre-Profession

Alpha Epsilon Delta, Purple and Red Cord, Dr. Mary K. Lockwood, mkkl@unh.edu

History

Phi Alpha Theta, Red and Blue Cord, Elizabeth.Mellyn@unh.edu

Hospitality and Management

Eta Sigma Delta, Yellow, Dan.Innis@unh.edu

Justice Studies

Alpha Phi Sigma, Blue and Gold, Marion.Girard.Dorsey@unh.edu and Deborah.Briand@unh.edu

Liberal Arts

Phi Beta Kappa, Pink and Blue Cord, Dr. Susan.Siggelakis@unh.edu

Mathematics

Pi Mu Epsilon, Gold, Purple and Lilac Cord, Ellen O'Keefe, emo@cisunix.unh.edu

Natural Resources

Xi Sigma Pi, Green and White Cord, Dr. Mark.Ducey@unh.edu

Nursing

Sigma Theta Tau, Orchid and White, Kelly.Grady@unh.edu and Angela.Braswell@unh.edu

Political Science

Pi Sigma Alpha, Red, White and Black Cord, Dr. Susan.Siggelakis@unh.edu

Psychology

Psi Chi, Platinum and Dark Blue, Kelly.Peracchi@unh.edu

Social Work

Phi Alpha, Gold Cord, Gretchen.Bean@unh.edu

Sociology

Alpha Kappa Delta, Teal Cord, Catherine.Moran@unh.edu

International Students and Scholars

The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) provides a wide range of services to international students, faculty, staff and exchange visitors. These services begin before the international visitors arrive on campus and often continue past the completion of their programs. OISS services include: Preparation of eligibility documents for visa issuance along with pre-arrival instructions and information; Preparation of applications to U.S. immigration offices to secure appropriate work authorization for international faculty and staff; In-depth and engaging orientation programs for new students and scholars covering a variety of issues such as immigration rights and responsibilities, adjusting to life in another culture, working in the U.S., adapting to the U.S. educational system, area attractions and services, and much more; A variety of workshops and seminars are offered covering topics such as immigration and employment and career orientation seminars; Programming and events such as, international student and scholar lunches, presentation series, graduation receptions, trips, and much more.

All international students and scholars are encouraged to maintain contact with the OISS and are required by law to report changes of address, academic program, or source of educational funds.

OISS also serves as a key liaison between international students, faculty and staff and various other UNH offices and departments. For more information visit the website or call (603) 862-1288.

Mathematics Center

The Mathematics Center (MaC) provides drop-in tutoring and support for services for students in 400-level and some 500-level Math courses. The service is free to UNH students. Come in to work on your coursework and to ask our tutors questions about your course material. Drop-in tutoring is a great place to make new friends among your classmates and to form study groups. For more information about the center visit the MaC website.

McNair Scholars Program

Congress established the Ronald E. McNair Post-Baccalaureate Achievement Program (commonly referred to as the McNair Scholars Program) in 1986 to honor the memory of Challenger astronaut and noted laser physicist Dr. Ronald E. McNair. The McNair Scholars Program is a federally funded TRIO program administered by the U.S. Department of Education. The program has been in existence at the University of New Hampshire since 1991.

The mission of the McNair Scholars Program is to prepare talented and highly motivated UNH undergraduates for entrance into graduate school and doctoral study. The program supports the next generation of faculty, researchers, and scholars by providing academic support, research opportunities, and mentoring through academic-year internships and summer research fellowships.

The UNH McNair Scholars Program serves first-generation college students with demonstrated financial need, consistent with federal TRIO program eligibility guidelines. Scholars participate in specialized programming and educational activities designed to strengthen their preparation for graduate education and doctoral study. Program participants engage in courses, seminars, and workshops focused on graduate school preparation; complete an original research project under the guidance of a faculty mentor; and have opportunities to present their research at local, regional, and national conferences.

The McNair Scholars Program office is in Hood House, Room 203, 89 Main Street, Durham, NH. For more information, please visit the McNair Scholars Program website: McNair Scholars Program website.

Military & Veteran Services

The mission of the Military & Veteran Services Office is to provide the highest quality service and support to Student Veterans, Service Members, and other military-affiliated students such as dependents, as outlined in the Veteran Administration's Principles of Excellence and 8 Keys of Success. 

We subscribe to and follow PL 113-146 Section 702, The Veterans Access, Choice and Accountability ACT of 2014.
For more information, please contact the following offices or visit the Military & Veteran Services website.

Psychological and Counseling Services

Psychological and Counseling Services (PACS) is the primary mental health facility on campus. We are fully funded by student fees. Our confidential services are designed to help students who are enrolled in full-time study to achieve their personal and academic goals. PACS utilizes a brief, solution-focused counseling model. We provide individual and group therapy, workshops, consultation, and referrals to clinicians prescribing for mental health concerns. We offer crisis counseling, during business hours, and after hours, through ProtoCall. Students needing more intensive or longer-term service are offered referrals to other university and community agencies.

We also aim to serve the community while being part of the community. As community members with specialized training in working with the university population, we are knowledgeable about the special needs of students, faculty, and staff. A large part of our community work focuses on prevention; we believe that increased awareness of healthy ways to cope with stress can help the UNH community and its individual members achieve their professional and personal goals.

All information about a student's visits to PACS is confidential and cannot be released without the written permission of the student. The University of New Hampshire Psychological and Counseling Services has been accredited by the International Association of Counseling Services since 1978.

For more information, call (603) 862-2090 or visit the PACS website.

Student Accessibility Services

Student Accessibility Services (SAS) is committed to assuring that students with disabilities receive equitable, effective, and meaningful access to all campus programs, resources, and services. SAS helps by supporting students through the accommodation process and by supporting the UNH community. Accommodations commonly include academic, housing, dining, and transportation/parking accommodations. We also assist students with Assistive Technology and accessibility related concerns.

All accommodation requests are considered through an interactive accommodations process. This consists of three important steps: (1) register with SAS, (2) submit documentation, and (3) meet with SAS. There is no deadline to register for accommodations but accommodations cannot be applied retroactively, so we encourage students to get in touch early.

If you would like to request accommodations or would like to learn more about the services offered within SAS, please contact: (603) 862-2607 (voice), 711 (TTY) or 800-735-2964 (Relay NH); (603) 862-4043 (fax); (603); e-mail SAS.office@unh.edu; or visit the SAS website.

General Information for Students with Disabilities

Accommodation Requests - Students seeking academic, housing, dining, parking/transportation or other accommodations should contact Student Accessibility Services (SAS) as soon as possible: voice (603) 862-2607; TTY Users: 711 or 800-735-2964 (Relay NH); e-mail SAS.office@unh.edu.

Housing Options - Students with disabilities who need accessible UNH housing should contact SAS as early as possible to allow for identification of appropriate accommodation(s) and notification from SAS to Housing. Please visit Accessibility & Disability Accommodations, Housing & Residential Life to learn more including information about priority housing deadlines.

Dining Options - For information about dietary restrictions, visit Nutrition, Dining. The UNH Hospitality Service Dietician can help students navigate the dining options and support access to inclusive services.

No otherwise qualified individual may be excluded from or denied access to any program, course of study, or any other offering of the University solely on the basis of a disability. Concerns regarding the institution's compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Amendments Act (ADAA) of 2008, or Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 should be addressed to the ADA/504 Compliance Officer in the Civil Rights & Equity Office at (603) 862-2930 (Voice/TTY).

TRIO Scholars - Student Support Services

The TRIO Scholars (SSS) program is federally funded by the United States Department of Education to increase the retention and graduation rates of program participants. Students are eligible for TRIO Scholars (SSS) if neither parent or guardians have earned a bachelor’s degree, if their family income is within program guidelines, or if they have a documented disability.

TRIO Scholars program participants work with a TRIO SSS Education Coordinator to create individualized success plans focusing on academic development, financial literacy, personal development, and professional development to help translate personal goals into action. The TRIO Scholars (SSS) program also includes educational workshops, cultural events, leadership development opportunities, and access to free ongoing, comprehensive tutoring.

The TRIO Scholars (SSS) program is located on the Garden Level in Conant Hall. For more information, visit the TRIO Scholars website.

*UNH TRIO Student Support Services is funded by the US Department of Education and the University of New Hampshire. The project will be funded to serve 200 students in 2026-27.

University Advising Center

The University Advising Center provides academic advising to undeclared students in the College of Liberal Arts. The center's professional staff provides assistance to students in clarifying their interests and skills as they relate to developing a program of study at the University and declaring a major, offering opportunities to explore career possibilities.

The center is the primary academic advising resource for non-degree students and assists all students in identifying and connecting with other resources across campus.

For more information call (603) 862-2064 or visit the University Advising Center website.

University Writing Programs

The University Writing Programs (UWPs) were created to promote, support and assess writing at the University of New Hampshire. The UWPs are housed in Academic Affairs and report to the Senior Vice Provost for Academic Affairs. The UWPs are contained in a single unit that includes responsibility for the Writing Committee, Writing Across the Curriculum (WAC), and the Connors Writing Center (CWC). The curricular component of WAC, consisting of the writing-intensive (WI) courses, is situated within academic departments.

We work with academic units, departments, allied programs, individual faculty, and students to advance the culture of writing at UNH. This approach values and encourages writing as an "activity and subject of study,"1  not only in writing intensive (WI) classes but wherever writing occurs. Through frequent guided practice, UNH students become accustomed to negotiating the writing process, are more self aware and able to transfer positive writing habits, and can adjust to differing genre conventions. We offer a wide array of services and resources to support students and faculty with their writing-based endeavors in the curriculum.

For more information call (603) 862-3272 or visit the writing program website.

1Adler-Kassner, Linda, and Elizabeth Wardle, Naming What We Know: Threshold Concepts of Writing Studies. Boulder: UP Colorado. 2015. 15. Print.

Connors Writing Center

The Connors Writing Center offers free, one-on-one writing consultation to currently-enrolled UNH students. We work with writers from all disciplines on many kinds of writing, from analysis essays to lab reports, conference proposals to dissertations. Our support is not limited to one specific type of writing or a single academic field—we collaborate with writers from across the university on a large range of writing. Typically, writers are working on projects for courses, but we also provide support to writers who are working on personal projects, statements of purpose and personal statements for graduate school, and so on.

Our 25- or 50-minute conferences are conducted in person or virtually by trained writing assistants, who are UNH undergraduate and graduate students. Students also have the option to submit their work for written feedback if they are unable to schedule one-on-one appointments. 

For more information about resources and services available call (603) 862-3272 or visit the Connors Writing Center website. The Writing Center is located in Dimond Library, room 329.