Campus Connections May 2011

University of New Hampshire at Manchester

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Student’s View . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Deals & Discounts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4

Summer Art Exhibit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5

Community Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6

Events on Campus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7, 8

MAY 2011

WHAT’S INSIDE

Student Spotlight Written by Randy Eklund, student in the communication arts programMany people are drawn to medical science careers for a variety of reasons; perhaps some through a personal connection and others by a desire to give back by helping others. Fortunately for University of New Hampshire at Manchester students, opportunities to reach for such noble professions are available.

Adam DiPippo, a junior in the biological sciences program, is taking part of one such opportunity. Through an articulation

agreement with the Massachusetts College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences in Manchester, DiPippo is participating in an accelerated academic program toward a Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) degree. DiPippo will complete three years at UNH Manchester, which will encompass his undergraduate work, then continue the program for three more years at MCPHS.

Throughout his time at Calvary Christian High School, DiPippo always identified with math and science. He knew his future would include science in some way but was not completely sure how until, in his senior year, a teacher suggested becoming a pharmacist.

“In academics, I’ve never been the smartest person, buy my drive to work harder than anyone else has helped me achieve my goals,” says DiPippo when asked about success in his accomplishments. DiPippo believes that campus atmosphere, small class sizes, and the helpful faculty at UNH

M A N C H E S T E R

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Microsoft Live@EDU is an email, communication, and collaboration service that offers students a 10GB quota on Microsoft Outlook Live, secure instant messaging, video chat, and 25GB of online

storage through Windows Live SkyDrive. It also allows students to share and edit documents through Office Web Apps.

The new Live@EDU service can be accessed via desktop, web, or mobile devices through Blackboard or by going directly to wildcats.unh.edu.

In May, students who log into their new Live@EDU mailboxes will be entered into a raffle to win an X-Box 360 or a HALO ODST game. For more information, visit http://studentemail.unh.edu.

Manchester have helped him stay on track with the demanding academic programs. He believes the commuter nature of the campus allows students along similar paths to form tight knit social groups that focus on academic achievement.

DiPippo has always felt it was important to help others, and despite the in-depth requirements of his academics, he has found ways to connect and assist others by becoming a Summer Orientation Leader at the college. In that role he was able to help first year and transfer students navigate the adjustment to campus life and ease any frustrations by providing advice and information by using own his experience as a reference.

When asked what advice he’d share with other students, DiPippo said, “Don’t be afraid to ask questions, no matter how small. In my experience, all of the faculty and administrators at the school are always willing to provide whatever help you may need”.

Campus News

A Message from Dean WardJust about a year ago Provost Aber asked if I would consider accepting the position of Interim Dean at UNH Manchester. I thought at the time “that could be fun.” It has been that and much more. In the year since then I have learned much about this community and its many contributions to the good work that makes the UNH experience so valuable to our students. It has been a rich and rewarding time for me, and I could not ask for better colleagues.

Despite the continued success of our academic programs, we now face challenges created by proposed cuts in state funding. While it is still uncertain where we will end up, it is clear that our budget next year will be smaller, potentially significantly so. I have begun conversations with both faculty and staff about how we will meet this challenge. Know that my top priority is to maintain the quality of the educational experience for the students, and that I will consult broadly with academic programs and departments in the months ahead as we develop our plans. Know also that, although we have hit the pause button on the expansion plans, it is both my hope and my expectation that this is only temporary. In the meantime, we are looking for ways to meet our space needs through short term solutions, and we will be doing some much-needed repair work in the building over the summer.

The Undergraduate Research Conference, Honors Convocation, and Commencement are just around the corner, culminating the academic year in appropriately serious yet celebratory ways. And then a full summer for reflection, rejuvenation, research, some well-deserved relaxation, and continued study through many summer session course offerings. Best wishes to everyone for a successful end of another academic year, and many, many thanks for all you do to make UNH Manchester a vital part of the university.

– Sally K. Ward, Interim Dean

Faculty Excellence Each year UNH Manchester recognizes the outstanding teaching of a residential faculty member and an adjunct faculty member. The faculty excellence awards recognize faculty members who are inspiring, challenging and effective teachers whose concern and respect for students is evident both in and out of the classroom. 

The recipient of the 2011 Faculty Excellence Award is Tom Birch, professor of economics, and the recipient of the Adjunct Teaching Award is Matthew Dowd, adjunct profess or philosophy. They were recognized in April at a reception coordinated by the Dean’s Office.

Pictured in the photographs are Professor Tom Birch (left) and Adjunct Professor Matthew Dowd (right).

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happening on and off campus. Share your news and

information in the August/September issue of Campus

Connections! Email information to BRIAN TOBIN by Friday,

July 22, 2011 at [email protected].

CAMPUS Connections consists of contributions from members of the UNH Manchester Community.

Writing, Editing, Design & Photography by the Marketing & Community Relations Department. For more information

contact Kim Wall, [email protected] or (603) 641-4306.

Visit www.unhm.unh.edu for more information about programs and events.

UNH Graduate School News

Information SessionThe Master of Business Admin-istration (MBA) and Master of Science in the Management of Technology (MS MOT) programs, through the UNH Graduate School in Durham, are hosting an infor-mation session on Thursday, May 12 at 6:00 pm in Manchester. The session will provide an overview of the programs offered through the UNH Graduate School Manchester Campus located in the Millyard.

 The part-time MBA program offers three areas of specialized concentra-tion: Marketing and Supply Chain Management, Entrepreneurial Venture Creation, and Financial Management—as well as an excel-lent variety of elective courses. Whittemore School part-time MBA students can enrich their degrees by taking advantage of cross-disciplin-ary opportunities in computer sci-ence, public administration, public health, or education.

The MS MOT program is targeted for professionals who work in companies that are challenged by rapid technolog-ical change, including those who work in aerospace and defense, computer hardware and software development, biotechnology, consumer product design and development, and the automotive industry. The Whittemore School’s MS MOT program is one of only three in the world to be accredited by the International Association for the Management of Technology (IAMOT).

The UNH Graduate School Manchester Campus is at 286 Commercial Street on the 4th floor. The information ses-sions are free and open to the public. Please RSVP to: [email protected] or 603-641-4313.

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Faculty Q&A with KelseyPatricia Halpin, lecturer of biological sciences

Q: What is your area of expertise?A: I am a physiologist. The study of how things

function on a molecular, or cellular, level.

Q: How long have you been interested in science?

A: Since elementary school, I have always like my sciences courses. Throughout middle school and high school those were the classes I enjoyed. (Is your family scientific?) No, actually, I am the only one who enjoys science.

Q: Where did you study to become a professional?

A: I earned my BS in biology from Old Dominion U. in VA. Then I worked as a research assistant at Harvard Medical School and at MIT. That is a great job to have if you have a degree in biology. At MIT I was honored to work with the Nobel winner for Physiology for Dr. Tonegawa. I earned my doctorate at UConn and my postdoctoral training at Dartmouth Medical School

Q: Do you do anything besides having fun with science?

A: I coach for some of my sons sports teams. I also volunteer at the elementary school. I also enjoy skiing. (You live an active life.) Yes, but when I have free time I sleep.

Q: What classes do you teach?A: I instruct non-major biology classes such

as Biotechnology & Society and Diseases of the 21st Century. I also teach high and low level biology classes that run year round. I am offering a new class in the fall, Cell biology.

Student’s Views

We posed the question, and here were the top responses:

“What is your favorite kind of Ice Cream?”

On the Spot

Skyler enjoys Mint Chocolate Chip!

Yalena would dig into Chocolate…

Focus on Clubs: Students for a Free TibetIn February 2011 a group of students led by Sarah Moeckel and Carolyn Gamsto, associate professor and library specialist, met in this school to discuss the people of Tibet. Sarah and Carolyn planned over winter to start this club. Students for a Free Tibet is a chapter of the national club which provides students with current events and political issues of the Tibetan people. The objectives of this club are to educate students and the public on Tibet, Tibetan Freedom, current and past issues. Through this club they hope to raise awareness of China’s diverse human rights violations. The group is hoping for a possible visit this fall by Tibetan Monk Geshe Lobsang Yonten in support of the Save Zanskar project (http://savezanskar.org/) and other events to follow.

This group meets every few weeks depending on schedules, but often occurs on Thursdays. Email [email protected] for any further questions about times.

POW/MIA FlagIn 1971, Mrs. Michael Hoff, the wife of a U.S. military officer listed as missing in action during the Vietnam War, developed the idea for a national flag to remind every American of the U.S. service members whose fates were never accounted for during the war (www.va.gov). The flag became known as the POW/MIA flag.

UNH Manchester is proud to support The National League of Families POW/MIA flag, the designated symbol of our Nation’s concern and commitment to resolving as fully as possible the fates of Americans still prisoner, missing, and unaccounted for in Southeast Asia.

This spring the college proudly raised the POW/MIA flag beneath the American Flag. The flag is a symbol representing a nation trying to bring soldiers home. Some of the soldiers may never come home, but for all the others, YOU ARE NOT FORGOTTEN.

Student’s Views is written by Kelsey Carlson, a junior in the English program.

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10 Coffee

8 Strawberry

7 Chocolate

6 Black Raspberry

6 Mint Chocolate Chip

Campus News

Student Wins College, District, and Regional AwardsEach spring, the Northeast Association of Student Employment Administrators (NSEA) looks to supervisors and students at colleges across the Northeast to nominate student employees and supervisors who they feel are especially worthy of recognition based on their performance on the job. The UNH Manchester Office of Financial Aid coordinated the college’s competition this year and celebrated with nominees at a reception held in April 2011.

Truc Nguyen, a sophomore at UNH Manchester, was named the winner of this year’s UNH Manchester, District 1 (NH, ME), and Regional Student Employee of the Year competitions. She was selected from among students at 25 institutions who were nominated for the regional award, an extremely prestigious honor. Nguyen began her UNH career working at the college’s Center for Academic Enrichment (CAE) while taking classes. Through the CAE she earned her CRLA Master level tutoring certification and currently tutors mathematics, chemistry, physics, and economics.

Other student nominees included Melony Tomlinson, a sophomore in the business program, nominated for her work in the college’s Academic Counseling and Registration Offices; Adam DiPippo, a junior in the biological sciences program, for his work on campus as an Orientation Leader, Academic Monitor, and a Peer Assistant/Associate Leader (PAL) for the First Year Experience Program; and Kourtney Auger for her work as a PAL.

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Library NewsCommunity Spotlight: PostSecretIn May, the UNH Manchester Library’s display case will feature selections from the college’s own PostSecret project, spearheaded by freshman Miranda Dube. PostSecret (www.postsecret.com) is an art initiative in which participants anonymously disclose their private thoughts on specially-designed postcards. This semester, UNH Manchester students submitted their own secrets: the library exhibit is the community’s opportunity to view their artwork and read their revelations.

Art Exhibit at the LibraryThe UNH Manchester Library’s summer 2011 exhibit features paintings by artist Robert Thorn, a teacher in the Visual & Performing Arts Department at Worcester Academy in Massachusetts. His paintings and prints combine classic landscapes and cityscapes with grids and geometric shapes. Look for his work in the library late May through early August.

Extended Hours As the semester winds to a close, students writing papers and preparing for tests could use some extra time to study. The UNH Manchester librarians are helping out by extending the library’s hours during the finals period. On May 2-5 and May 9-12, the library will remain open until 11:00 p.m. to provide students with a quiet space to finish up class work and get ready for exams.

UNH Manchester Library Cookie BreakExams, papers, projects, presentations—the week of finals is an anxious time for students. Sugar can help! On May 9, take a much-needed rest from studying and drop by the library for our end-of-semester Cookie Break. Feast on freshly-baked cookies and pastries provided by your friendly librarians. The treats will be available throughout the day as long as supplies last. Don’t stress out—take time to relax and enjoy the sweet things in life.

Alumni Library CardsThe staff of the UNH Manchester Library would like to congratulate the class of 2011! We also would like to remind new graduates that your borrowing privileges at the library do not end with Commencement. All UNH grads are eligible for an alumni library card. This card allows you to check out materials at both the UNH Manchester Library and at the UNH libraries in Durham.

UNH graduates can sign up for their alumni cards either here at the UNH Manchester Library or at Dimond Library in Durham. To get a card at UNH Manchester, drop by the Reference Desk during library hours.

To find out more about your alumni library benefits, visit the alumni page at https://www.alumni.unh.edu/library. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask a librarian or call us at 641-4173.

Library ReturnsAs the semester comes to a close and you finish up your final papers and projects, don’t forget to return your library books, films, and other materials on time. Library items may be returned at the Library’s Circulation/Reference Desk during regular library hours. You can also return library materials after hours in our exterior book drop, located in the back of the University Center building outside the emergency door by the Reference Desk.

If you have any questions about library services, please drop by the Reference Desk or give us a call at 641-4173.

Deals & Discounts – Graduating Seniors: These are for you!A Caribbean Affair, 915 Elm Street, ManchesterGraduates eat free on May 19 when accompanied by a party of four or more, each purchasing an entree. For parties with less than four entrees purchased, graduate gets 1/2 off.

J.W. Hill’s Sports Bar & Grille, 795 Elm Street, Manchester A free one-coarse meal to each graduate on May 19 (dine in only and excluding alcohol). The restaurant fills up quickly, so reservations are recommended by calling 645-7422.

The 2011 SEOTY nominees include Adam DiPippo, Kourtney Auger, Truc Nguyen, and Melony Tomlinson

Campus News

Summer Art Exhibit UNH Manchester has partnered with the Institute for Art-Based Literacy, a program of the Center for the Advancement of Art-Based Literacy at UNH Durham, to offer “Our Stories in Pictures and Words: Immigration Now and Then”, a youth art exhibit and presentation in May 2011. Funding for the project was provided by the New Hampshire Humanities Council, National Association of Elementary School Principals and Campus Compact of New Hampshire.

“Our Stories in Pictures and Words: Immigration Now and Then” presents an exhibit of student art and writing created by both immigrant and native children as they reconstructed their own or their ancestors’ experiences immigrating to America. The young artists and writers presenting their work are refugee and immigrant students from Webster Elementary School’s English Language Learner (ELL) Magnet Program, grades 3-5, in Manchester and third grade students from the Moharimet School in Madbury. The exchange between the two schools was designed to foster cultural awareness, tolerance, and mutual respect by highlighting common experiences shared by immigrants throughout history.

The art exhibit will run from May 2-August 5, 2011 and is located on the second floor of UNH Manchester at 400 Commercial Street. Additionally, an art reception will be held on Tuesday, May 3 at 11:00 on the second floor of UNH Manchester. The public is welcome to attend the reception.

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Campus News

Emerilto Rolon, Adjunct Instructor, SpanishWritten by Randy Eklund, senior in communication arts

To say that University of New Hampshire at Manchester Adjunct Professor Emerilto Rolon is enthusiastic about the Spanish language would be an extreme understatement. Since beginning his tenure in 2004, Rolon has brought creativity and imagination into the classroom as a way to engage and energize his students. His commitment to teaching Spanish to students stems from a belief that, for everyone, understanding Spanish is a useful skill no matter where your career path may take you. The Spanish speaking population of the world continues to have a growing impact in all aspects of the globe; politically, socially, and economically.

“When you get students to look up from the text book and engage you in conversation, you truly begin to teach,” says Rolon when asked about his drive and philosophical approach to teaching. Rolon believes he can only be as effective as he is by leaving the complexities of the outside world at the door of his classroom and creating a joyous, relaxed, and fun environment to facilitate the learning process.

Using an unmatched vigor, vitality, and a bit of emotional storytelling, Rolon includes all of the aspects of his life as valuable teaching points to his students. Students are often swept up into anecdotal stories of his early childhood in Puerto Rico, catholic school education, world travels and his journey into the teaching profession; all the while, learning more aspects of the Spanish language than they ever imagined.

As a member of the faculty, Rolon is often encouraged by the University’s diverse student body and wide-range of its traditional and non-traditional aspects. Rolon says, “I have had students in my classes from 18 to 70 and everyone comes in ready to learn. What better satisfaction can there be for a teacher?”

With no plans to slow down, Rolon plans to bring his energetic personality into the classroom for years to come. A large part of his commitment to the institution is the viable nature of the University with its commuter campus and moderate tuition rates. The University of New Hampshire at Manchester provides access to higher education for individuals who may not have had the same opportunity elsewhere.

STAFF NEWSKarlea Brunelle-Joiner, first year experience coordinator, was recognized as a nominee for the Outstanding First-Year Student Advocate Award at the annual conference on the First year Experience in Atlanta, GA in February 2011.

Michelle Crummey joined UNH Manchester’s Business Office in May 2011 as a business services assistant.

Jillian Landry joined the UNH Graduate School Manchester Campus in April 2011 as an administrative assistant.

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Campus News

Student Produced FilmJean-Marc Le Doux is an exemplary student. Having graduated from North Atlantic Regional High School at 15, he is now a junior at UNH Manchester with a 3.95 GPA. While he’s currently studying business, Le Doux’s real dream is to become a film writer/director. In fact, he’s presently working on a 5-minute short film project. “I’m really excited about this film because it’s a story that I hold dear to my heart. It’s a story about fatherhood, about facing your fears, and about overcoming them with, quite frankly, God’s help,” says Le Doux. In fact, the very reason he’s doing this film, he says, “is to step-up to the plate, to do something I’ve been afraid of for a long time, and to let God catch me.”

Entitled THE SAVE, the story opens in a baseball park at night where Robert, a young slender pitcher finds himself facing his greatest fear: closing a game. Untried and untested, he steps up to the mound. The stadium is empty. There are no players on the field. Just Robert. He winds up and pitches. The crack of a bat echoes throughout the stadium as an invisible base runner takes first. Again Robert throws. Crack. Robert throws a third and final time. Crack. He collapses on the mound, broken. In right field, Abraham, an elderly fieldgroomer, watches Robert break down on the mound. He walks to the stands. Robert looks up. What happens next is touching…

“I sincerely hope that everyone gets to see the ending,” Le Doux says. He is hoping to secure funding by May 11 to help finish the film project. Watch the film trailer online at www.thesavemovie.com or facebook.com/thesavemovie.

Community ConnectionsStudent Led Bake SaleThe Students in Action and PALs teamed up in late April for a bake sale to benefit the Families in Transition’s Home Essentials Fundraiser. The sale was to provide support to 39 homeless families moving into FIT housing in May who need simple house supplies such as brooms, mops, etc.

Thanks to everyone who stopped by for a treat to support the student initiative!

Aid to JapanIn April, the faculty and staff of UNH Manchester donated $825.00 to the Greater Manchester Chapter of the American Red Cross for the Japan Earthquake Pacific Tsunami aid fund. The money will go to the Japan earthquake and Pacific tsunami response, specifically the Japanese Red Cross, which is providing direct emergency relief, medical services and emotional counseling to affected communities. 

SIFE Team Named Regional WinnersThe Students in Free Enterprise (SIFE) team returned from New York City as SIFE USA Regional Champions in April. The event was one of the 12 SIFE USA Regional Competitions being held across the US. SIFE is an international organization that mobilizes students around the world to make a difference in their communities while developing the skills to become socially responsible business leaders. The UNH Manchester team will now advance to the SIFE USA National Exposition to be held May 10-12 in Minneapolis.

The students in the SIFE program are Laura Gonzalez, Matt Withington, Erin Albert, Jessica Murphy, and Ali Geldieva. During the 2010-2011 academic year, they organized 11 projects on campus and in the community. They addressed issues including a pink tie ball for breast cancer awareness, teaching elementary schools how to start their own business, providing tax advice to individuals in the urban communities, and providing a business model for citizens in southern Africa (Malawi) for making quilts and raising money to combat child malnourishment. UNH Manchester SIFE students spent more than 1,300 volunteer hours developing and completing their projects.

The SIFE team at the pink tie ball for breast cancer awareness.

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EVENTSon campusEVENTSon campusThe events listed are free and open to the

public unless otherwise noted. Please

contact Kim Wall for more information, kim.

[email protected]. Visit our website for more

information about these or future events.

Wednesday, May 48:00-9:00 a.m., Library | Breakfast Club Persepolis: The Story of a Childhood by Marjane Satrapi (led by Cindy Tremblay)A new initiative between the Library and the Office of Student Activities, the Breakfast Club meets to have a social gathering about books popular with today’s college student. Free breakfast food, coffee, tea and fruit while having a book discussion. 

11:30-6:30, Outside | CookoutThe college community comes together to celebrate with graduating seniors. Network with alumni between 5:00-6:30. In honor of “May the 4th Be with You”, wear your favorite Star Wars costume and you’ll be entered to win a prize.

11:30-1:00, Outside | Spring Wellness Fair An opportunity for all of us to become better acquainted with “wellness” services and products that are within our community.

Thursday, May 511:30-3:30, First floor lobby | Get SketchedA charicature artist will be on campus with a special sketch design planned for graduating seniors.

1:00-5:00, Sound lab, Rm #144 | Student Shout OutsVideotape a message to friends and family to be shown at the Commencement Ceremony.

Friday, May 66:00 & 8:00 p.m., Auditorium | Annual Spring ConcertCome and join the groups, Milling Around, Classy Cats, and PanDRUMonium as they celebrate the spring with style and music. Tickets are $3 for Students, Seniors (60+) and Military and $5 for Other Adults. Children under 5 admitted free (need to have a ticket).

Saturday, May 710:00-2:00, Outside | Calling All Cultures DayA new initiative of the University of New Hampshire at Manchester, we will be celebrating our cultural differences and raise awareness of all cultures. Come and celebrate with us!

Monday, May 211:00-3:00, Sound Lab, Rm #144 | Student Shout OutsVideotape a message to friends and family to be shown at the Commencement Ceremony.

11:30 & 12:30, Auditorium | Commencement RehearsalAttend one of two sessions at 11:30 and 12:30 in the auditorium. Refreshments from 12:00 to 12:30, funded by your student activity fee. Rehearsal is optional and no RSVP is required.

5:00 p.m., Auditorium Lobby | Engagement PartyRecognition for Students in Action volunteers. Please RSVP to [email protected]

Tuesday, May 311:00 a.m., Second Floor Art Exhibit | Our Stories in Pictures and Words: Immigration Now and ThenAn exhibit of student art and writing created by both immigrant and native children as they reconstructed their own or their ancestors’ experiences immigrating to America.

1:00-5:00, First floor lobby | Mortar Board ManiaSeniors: Bring your mortar board (graduation cap) and have it air brushed by an artist.

6:00-7:30 p.m., Auditorium | Counterterrorism and American Foreign Policy TodayHaviland Smith, a retired CIA Station Chief who worked primarily on issues relating to the Soviet Union during his 24-year career, will discuss the “War on Terror,” the backbone of United States Foreign Policy since 9/11. He will examine the most important destabilizers in the Middle East and United States. He will then consider purported U.S. national interests to see if conclusions can be drawn about our counterterrorism policy and its role in our overall foreign policy. Smith’s first-hand experience in intelligence included the creation of espionage techniques used by the CIA during the Cold War.

6:00 p.m., 286 Commercial Street on the 4th floor | UNH Graduate School Manchester Campus Information SessionPlease RSVP to:[email protected] or 603-641-4313.

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View events on campus by visiting the University’s online calendar.

Monday, May 9All Day, Library | Cookie BreakExams, papers, projects, presentations—the week of finals is an anxious time for students. Take a much-needed rest from studying and drop by the library for our end-of-semester Cookie Break. Feast on freshly-baked cookies and pastries provided by your friendly librarians. The treats will be available throughout the day as long as supplies last. Don’t stress out—take time to relax and enjoy the sweet things in life.

11:00-3:00, Lobby | Brain Freeze: Ice Cream for FinalsCome and “freeze” the information in your head just in time for finals, during the week of ice cream sundaes! We supply everything you need, just bring your appetite.

Tuesday, May 103:00-6:00, Lobby | Brain Freeze: Ice Cream for Finals

Wednesday, May 1112:00-1:00, Auditorium | Student Organization RecognitionJoin the Student Activities Office for a celebration of this year’s student clubs and organization.

3:00-6:00, Lobby | Brain Freeze: Ice Cream for Finals

Thursday, May 1211:00-3:00, Lobby | Brain Freeze: Ice Cream for Finals

6:00 p.m., 286 Commercial Street on the 4thfloor | Information SessionInformation Session for the Master of Business Administration (MBA) and Master of Science in the Management of Technology (MS MOT) programs, offered through the UNH Graduate School in Durham. RSVP to: [email protected] or 603-641-4313.

Friday, May 1311:00-1:00, Lobby | Brain Freeze: Ice Cream for Finals

Saturday, May 14All day, Third floor | Communities of Inquiry, Inquiries in Communities (CoINQ)UNH Manchester’s annual Teachers as Researchers conference. 

Monday, May 16Classes End

Tuesday, May 176:00 p.m., Executive Court Banquet Center | Annual Honors Convocation Ceremony

Thursday, May 196:00 p.m., Center of NH, Radisson Hotel | 26th Annual Commencement Ceremony

Monday, May 23Summer Sessions I and II Begin Today

Monday, May 30Memorial Day, No Classes

View events on campus by visiting the University’s online calendar. Is there an event you would like to add to the University’s online calendar? Email Brian Tobin in the Marketing & Community Relations Department with information about your event, [email protected]. Include the event title, a description of the event, location, date, time, and contact person. Access the UNH Manchester online calendar from our homepage, www.unhm.unh.edu. The calendar is listed under resources.

FACULTY NEWSDana Biscotti Myskowski, adjunct professor in communication arts, announced that the PSA she produced last winter for Big Sisters of Rhode Island as part of the 7DayPSA Competition has been nominated for an EMMY Award.

Deborah Brown, professor of English, recently published two books, Walking the Dog’s Shadow (A. Poulin, Jr. New Poets of America) and Last Voyage: Selected Poems of Giovanni Pascoli.

John Cerullo, professor of history, released his newest book in January 2011. The book is entitled Minotaur: French Military Justice and the Aernoult-Rousset Affair, published by Northern Illinois

University Press. It is described by the publisher as “a dramatic story about military justice with implications for today.”

Gary Goldstein, associate professor of psychology, has co-authored with Victor Benassi, “Course Design,” a chapter that will appear in the edited book, Preparing Graduate Students to Teach. He has also co-authored with Cathy Overson (a graduate of UNH Manchester and currently working on her dissertation in psychology at UNH-Durham), “Skill Development for Oral Presentations and Examinations,” a chapter that will appear in the edited book, Your Graduate Training in Psychology: Suggestions for Success.

Patricia Halpin, lecturer of biological sciences attended the Experimental Biology meeting in Washington DC in April 2011 and presented a poster titled “4th Graders Write their First Lab Report.” It was part of the PhUn Week (Physiology Understanding) poster session for the American Physiological Society.

Melinda Negrón-Gonzales, lecturer in the politics and society program, presented an all-day workshop in April 2011 on Turkish history and politics for middle and high school teachers. The event was sponsored by the World Affairs Council of New Hampshire and the Turkish Cultural Foundation.