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SUMMER 2015
The Navigator
Your guide to all things SNHU
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ORIENTATION
beginning
Monday,
April 13, 2015
Welcome to SNHU!
We are excited to have you join the SNHU family and
we want to make your transition to the university
as easy as possible. We have created a great online
resource for you called the Navigator, which includes
all the information you will need between now and
your first day at SNHU. The online Navigator will
also let you know about some important deadlines
that you will need to pay attention to. We urge you
to take some time to review this information and
share it with your family. You can be confident
that our faculty, administration and staff will
support you fully to help make your educational
experience one that will have a lasting positive
impact well beyond your college years. If you have
questions, please do not hesitate to call any member
of our staff. We look forward to making you a
valuable part of the SNHU community.
Sincerely,
Paul J. LeBlanc
President
Southern New Hampshire University
Contents
Understanding SNHU Account Access....................... 2
Accessing Online Navigator......................................3
Understanding mySNHU..........................................3
Parents & Guardians................................................3
BEFORE ORIENTATION: 8 EASY STEPS............................5
Step 1: Complete Self-Placement Activities and CSI.... 6
Step 2: Complete Your Housing Profile...................... 7
Step 3: Sign up for Summer Orientation..................... 8
SNHU Summer Bridge Programs............................... 9
Step 4: Complete Your Medical Records.................... 10
Step 5: Complete Your Financial Aid Award................11
Step 6: Understand How to Pay Your Bill................... 12
Step 7: Register with NCAA Eligibility Center............ 13
Step 8: Connect to Technology................................ 14
Before Summer Orientation ................................... 16
After Arriving on Campus....................................... 17
YOUR NEW LIFE ON CAMPUS: THE ESSENTIALS ............ 19
Living, Learning, Leading ......................................20
SNHU Student Employment and Work-Study............22
Penmen Cash........................................................ 23
Manchester Area Information.................................24
How to Get There.................................................. 25
SNHU Athletics.....................................................26
Commuter Resources.............................................26
Family Connections ..............................................27
Parking Decals......................................................27
DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge..............................28
Office of Diversity Initiatives..................................29
President’s Commission for LGBTQ Advocacy...........29
Robert A. Freese Student Center..............................30
Relax and Eat in the Dining Center...........................30
EVENTS ................................................................... 31
First Days ............................................................ 32
The Involvement Fair............................................. 32
Homecoming Weekend.......................................... 33
Penmen Pride....................................................... 33
CALENDAR................................................................ 34
CAMPUS MAP............................................................ 36
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Understanding SNHU Account Access
Accessing Online Navigator
Your username and password allow single sign-on
access to register for Summer Orientation, as well as
many other online services at SNHU. These include
your University e-mail account, our academic portal
known as Blackboard, the online course registration
services, and our bill payment system. All of these
services, including the registration area for Summer
Orientation for you and your parents/guardians,
can be accessed through mySNHU by navigating to
my.snhu.edu/orientation.
Accessing the Navigator is simple, just visit
my.snhu.edu/orientation.
As a security precaution you should log into your
mySNHU account and change your password. This will
help protect your privacy and the use of your account.
Understanding mySNHU
Your e-mail address/SNHU username is:
Your password is your birthday in the following format: MMDDYYYY
For example, if your birthday is August 25, 1992, your
password would be 08251992.
If you have problems logging into your account, you
can contact the SNHU Help Desk at helpdesk@snhu.edu or by
calling 603.626.9000.
You and your family will have 24/7 access to more
details on the steps you need to take as well as a
timeline and list of deadlines. Make sure to use both
this booklet along with our website. Don’t hesitate to
e-mail us at orientation@snhu.edu if you get stuck or have a
quick question.
mySNHU is a web portal that allows students to
access information from Southern New Hampshire
University’s administrative database. mySNHU is used
regularly by both students and faculty and provides
a number of essential online services. mySNHU is
used to search, register for and manage your courses,
change your address or phone number, check your
grades, view your bill and much more.
Please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation to familiarize yourself
with the self-service section of the site. This is where
you will access your SNHU email and where you will
complete the important steps on the following pages.
Parents & Guardians
We have designed a condensed version of the online
Navigator for you to view from any computer so
you can help your son/daughter chart their course
before arriving in September. Just navigate to
http://family.snhu.edu/family. If you have problems logging into
your account, you can contact the SNHU Technology
Help Desk by calling 1.855.877.9919.
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BEFORE ORIENTATION:
8 EASY STEPS
STEP
STEP
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Complete Your Math & English Self-Placement
Activities and Your Course Schedule Inventory
(CSI)
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REMINDER!
Please don’t forget to
complete the activities/
inventory as part of your
Orientation process.
If you have any questions,
you can email
academicadvising@snhu.edu
or reach us at 603.645.9630.
The first step toward creating your course schedule
is to complete the required Math and English SelfPlacement Activities, which are located on mySNHU.
These activities take approximately 30 minutes and
should be completed in one sitting.
Once you have completed the placement activities,
you will access the Course Schedule Inventory (CSI)
in your SNHU email inbox on mySNHU. The CSI is
a course preference tool; please allow 15 minutes
to complete. Using information from the selfplacement activities, your responses on the CSI and
available courses, an advisor will register you for your
fall classes.
You will receive your fall schedule during one of the
June Orientation sessions – at which time you will
be given the opportunity to discuss related questions
and change requests with an advisor, if desired.
Students who are unable to attend will be notified
about their fall course schedule in July or on a rolling
basis throughout the summer.
Complete Your Housing Profile (if applicable)
Our campus houses 2,024 students in a variety
of housing options that include residence halls,
apartments, and townhouses. First year students
generally reside in Residence Halls that offer single,
double, triple, and quad accommodations.
Each area has a live-in professional staff member
(Residence Director) who supervises the student
Resident Assistant staff, coordinates hall
programming for the development of community, acts
as a liaison for offices that provide support services
for the resident students and provides referral to
students in need of personal assistance. Residents
are provided the opportunity to interact with other
residents through activities and programs presented
by the Residence Life Staff.
To complete your personal profile and request a
roommate, you will need to go to my.snhu.edu/orientation
then go to the MyHousing Link in the middle of the
Orientation page. Next, follow the step-by-step
instructions on the portal.
After you fill out your profile, please select different
location types you’re looking for under “Living
Preferences.”
To begin these activities, please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation.
If you have any questions, you can reach an advisor at
603.645.9630 or academicadvising@snhu.edu.
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STEP
SNHU Summer Bridge Programs
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Sign up for Summer Orientation
Sign up for Summer Orientation at my.snhu.edu/orientation.
If you have not done so already, complete the English
and Math self-placement activities, and the Course
Schedule Inventory, then continue on to sign up for
Summer Orientation.
The summer Orientation dates are June 17, 19 and 22
for first year students. Also, this year we will have an
overnight orientation on June 24 and 25. First year
students in the Honors and Culinary programs are
scheduled to attend June 26. Summer orientation for
Transfer Students, except Culinary, including first
year students transferring with more than 12 credits,
will attend June 15.
All new University College students are charged an
Orientation Fee, which covers the cost of both the
Summer Orientation and First Days programs. This
is a comprehensive fee that is non-refundable. This
covers the expenses associated with these programs
for both students and family members.
JumpStart ’15
Want to get a “Jumpstart” to your SNHU Experience?
Join us for JumpStart ’15! JumpStart is a prematriculation program run through The Learning
Center, designed for first year students to help them
make a satisfactory transition to SNHU and enhance
their chances for academic success. It includes
workshops on academic preparedness, tours, and
other informational activities, social activities, a
one-week early arrival to campus with early check in
for Fall housing, and interaction with a wide variety
of campus resources (peers, faculty, staff, advisors).
And it’s FUN!
JumpStart ’15 will run from Monday, August 24
through Friday, August 28, and enrollment is limited
to the first 50 accepted applicants. The cost is $450,
which covers all workshops, room and board, social
activities, and instructional costs. Note: Because
this is a pre-college program, the program fee is
not covered by financial aid. Questions? Contact
Lori DeConinck, Director—The Learning Center at
l.deconinck@snhu.edu or 603-629-4619.
Take 5
At the Center for Community Engaged Learning
we think you’ll be surprised at how much change
you can make in just 5 days. Join us for 5 days of
new friends while you spend 5 days learning about
your new community and serving with local nonprofit organizations. We’ll choose a small group of
incoming first year students to come to campus 5
days early from Monday, August 24 through Friday,
August 28, to learn, connect, and serve. The cost of
this program is $250.
Interested? Contact the Center for Community
Engaged Learning at 603-314-7965 or serve@snhu.edu for an
application!
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STEP
STEP
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Complete Your Medical Records
Complete Your Financial Aid Award
SNHU cares about you and wants to help keep you
healthy and happy. All students must complete and
submit medical information to Health Services.
One Stop is the place for all of your financial aid,
billing and administrative student needs. One Stop
partners with students and families to identify,
educate, and award the best resources available so
you can focus on experiencing a dynamic and exciting
SNHU education.
DO YOU HAVE MEDICAL
OR HEALTH-RELATED
QUESTIONS?
• Please visit my.snhu.edu/orientation to read about medical
record requirements for all students. Once you
click “medical records” you will be brought to a
secure system that will allow you to input your
medical history, print necessary forms and upload
recent physical and immunization history. This
must be completed by move-in day. Download the
form no later than August 1; complete and return
by August 15.
The Wellness Center is here
to help. Contact them at
603-645-9679 or email
wellness@snhu.edu.
• Complete the online alcohol and sexual assault
module by August 15. Go to my.snhu.edu/orientation to take
module.
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SNHU Health Services is licensed by the NH
Department of Health and Human Services. Our nurse
practitioner and nurses offer medical evaluation
and treatment for common acute problems (e.g.,
cold/flu, sprains and strains, minor injuries, cuts,
burns, urinary tract infections, rashes, and sexual
health concerns). In addition, we provide personal
health counseling, education regarding preventative
health behaviors and symptom management,
as well as assistance with university-sponsored
insurance claims processing. Students are referred to
community medical services as needed.
Your financial aid award is determined on the basis
of the information you or your parents provided on
the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).
A financial aid award consists of gift aid (such as
scholarships and grants, which do not need to be
repaid) and self-help aid (such as federal student
loans and federal work study which must be borrowed
or earned).
The Award Guide, available in the online Navigator,
is a tool to assist you in understanding your financial
aid award. Throughout this website, you will find
information and instructions on:
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QUESTIONS ABOUT
THE FINANCIAL AID
PROCESS OR YOUR
FINANCIAL AID AWARD?
You don’t have to go it alone!
Feel free to contact One Stop
at 877.455.7648 or email
campusonestop@snhu.edu.
• Accepting or declining your offered financial aid
• Understanding your rights and responsibilities as a borrower
You can visit the Department of Education’s Direct
Loan website at studentloans.gov to finalize your Direct
Stafford Loans. The following two steps must be
completed by August 1:
• Sign the Direct Loan Master Promissory Note
• Complete the online Entrance Loan Counseling
If you have been offered a Perkins Loan, you will
receive an email to your SNHU email address
after August 1 with the steps needed to complete
and electronically sign the Perkins Loan Master
Promissory Note.
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HAVING TROUBLE
UNDERSTANDING
YOUR BILL?
We can help you!
Contact One Stop at
877.455.7648 or email
campusonestop@snhu.edu.
STEP
STEP
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Understand How to Pay Your Bill
Register with NCAA Eligibility Center
The online Navigator provides you with helpful
information on paying your bill and/or enrolling in
a payment arrangement with Tuition Management
Systems (TMS), as well as information on Financial
Aid, tuition, fees, medical insurance, housing rates,
and dining plans.
Do you enjoy sports? You can make that part of your
SNHU experience as well. SNHU is an NCAA Division
II institution, so if you want to play for an SNHU team,
you must register with the NCAA Eligibility Center at
eligibilitycenter.org.
Please note that payment of the net balance due
must be received by the due dates shown below.
See your school counselor or visit my.snhu.edu/orientation
for more information. If you have questions, please
contact Shawn Green, SNHU Assistant Athletic
Director for Compliance, at 603.645.9783 or s.green@snhu.edu.
Payment is due in full by:
Fall Due Date: August 3, 2015
Spring Due Date: January 4, 2016
You must complete your Health Insurance Waiver
form before August 1 if you have private insurance.
Health insurance waiver forms are available through One Stop and are returned to
One Stop.
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STEP
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Connect to Technology
If you are unable to access your SNHU email with your
email address and password, then please contact the
SNHU Technology Help Desk. You may verify that you
know this information by logging in to mySNHU at
my.snhu.edu.
Up-To-Date Anti-Virus
Anti-virus is important as it scans your computer to
ensure that viruses are identified and quarantined/
removed before they cause further damage. Please
make sure you have the latest Virus Definitions file.
Feel free to contact the Help Desk with any questions.
SNHU requires both Macs and PCs to have an
anti-virus program installed and up to date.
Students who reside on campus can be provided with
free anti-virus software from Symantec by going to
webapps.snhu.edu/Symantec.
Up-To-Date Operating System
In Microsoft Windows, the Windows/Microsoft Update
website (windowsupdate.microsoft.com) will scan your computer
and offer the latest updates for download. In Mac OS
X, the Software Update program from the Apple Menu
will provide the latest updates to all of Mac OS X and
Apple Software. The latest updates to your Operating
System are required to access the SNHU Network.
Visit my.snhu.edu/orientation for more information or if
you would like to speak with someone at the SNHU
Technology Help Desk. You can get in touch by
stopping by the Technology Help Desk & Repair
Center in Exeter Hall, the IT Solutions Service Desk
in the Library Learning Commons or by calling us at
1.855.877.9919.
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TECHNOLOGY HELP DESK
Technolgy have you stumped? Be sure to reach out to the SNHU Help Desk, you can get in
touch by stopping by the Help Desk in Exeter Hall or at the Library Learning Commons, or by
calling us at 603.626.9000.
You can also open Help Desk Cases through mySNHU. Login at my.snhu.edu and look for this
link under the Technology section on the left-side Navigation menu. There you can view your
active Help Desk cases or open a new one.
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NAVIGATOR TO-DO LIST
Before Summer Orientation
Step 1 – Complete CSI and Math &
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ADDITIONAL OFFICES AND
INFORMATION
The online Navigator also
offers links to more details
about our campus community,
office, and local community.
Information on Academic
Advising, the Campus Store,
Dining Services, the Laptop
Program and much more can
be found at my.SNHU.edu/
orientation under the offices
drop down menu.
English self-placement activities
Step 2 – Complete your Housing Profile
(if applicable)
Step 3 – Sign up for Summer Orientation
Step 4 – Complete and either mail back or upload your
Medical Record form.
Step 5 – Complete your Financial Aid award
Step 6 – Understand how to pay your bill, and pay any
remaining balance by August 30
Step 7 – Apply for NCAA eligibility by August 3
(if applicable)
Step 8 – Update your anti-virus software before
arriving on campus
Before Classes Begin
Fill out Insurance waiver form by August 15. The
form is downloaded from, and returned to One Stop
If interested in working on-campus in a Federal
Work-Study or University Paid position, you can
begin to view and apply for positions on August 1;
see page 22 for details
Register for your parking permit; see page 27
for details
If you have been offered a Perkins Loan, sign the
Perkins Loan Master Promissory Note (MPN) after
August 1. (You will receive an email to your SNHU
email account from One Stop with the instructions
on how to complete and electronically sign the
Perkins MPN)
Purchase your Laptop
(place your order by August 15)
Purchase books for classes
Read through the Student Handbook and agree to
abide by SNHU guidelines
Add money to your Penmen Cash Account
See page 23 for details
Activate your HigherOne Mastercard debit card
Sign up to receive important information through
SNHU Alerts (highly recommended)
Sign the SNHU Institutional Promissory Note
(before August 3) by visiting snhu.edu/9461.asp
Complete the online alcohol and sexual assault
module by August 15
After Arriving on Campus
Attend First Days Orientation program to get you
off to a great start
Attend Involvement Fair on September 9, 2015
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YOUR NEW LIFE ON CAMPUS:
THE ESSENTIALS
LIVING, LEARNING, LEADING
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HOUSING QUESTIONS?
Director of Residence Life,
Shannon Brown, can point you
in the right direction! Contact
her at s.brown8@snhu.edu, or
at 603.645.9758.
Living on campus and away from home can seem
scary, but it is also a great way to get involved, make
friends, and develop your independence. The Office of
Residence Life prides itself on being your home-awayfrom-home and has developed some great housing
options, as well as informational, online platforms, to
ensure an effortless transition.
By visiting the Residence Life page, also known as
MyHousing, on the my.snhu portal, you’ll gain access to
information about what makes each residence area
unique. All housing areas are supplied with basic
furniture needs, access to laundry facilities, and
lockable entries. Because of these universal features,
the selection process is based on your personal
preferences on location and special amenities. You
must factor in current availability, too, so early
registration is encouraged!
If you’re looking for special themed housing, or a
residential learning community, we have an option
for that, too! Details and applications for our Wellness
floor are accessible by visiting the MyHousing link
through the Orientation portal.
One of the Office of Residence Life’s missions is to
make a difference, and SNHU students are often
making a difference outside of the classroom while
increasing their learning experiences. In 2014,
students on campus attended 2,061 programs on the
topics of academics, healthy living skills, life skills,
and diversity. There were a total of 17,931 participants
at these events. In 2014, our Resident Assistant staff,
comprised of 77 upper-class student leaders held an
average GPA of 3.45. Students who are living in our
residence halls are making a difference in and out of
the classroom!
We strive to customize your living experience as much
as possible. To ensure that each student’s voice is
heard, we developed the MyHousing interface. By
creating an account, you’ll be guided through a profile
set-up, getting connected with other students of
similar interests, as well as being one step closer to
finalizing your living space for the year. Once you’ve
established all of these points, you’ll also be able to
finalize your meal plan option.
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CAMPUS TRADITIONS
SNHUSTOCK
SNHUstock is an annual music
festival that closes out Spring
Week each year. In addition
to great live music, check
out local artists, food trucks,
games and other outdoor
activities!
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CAMPUS TRADITIONS
THE MAJOR CONCERT
Every spring semester, SNHU
opens its doors to give
students the opportunity to
see a well-known artist without
leaving campus. Past artists
include comedian Dane Cook,
Matt Kearney, Kip Moore,
Sammy Adams, and 3OH3!, to
name a few.
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SNHU Student Employment and Work-Study
Penmen Cash
The SNHU student employment program is developed
to prepare students for life after graduation by
providing part-time employment opportunities
that give students the chance to gain valuable work
experience, whether related to their course of study or
not, and that also encourage community service.
Penmen Cash is a place for
students to manage their
campus card account, which
is used for various dining
locations, the campus book
store, vending machines, and
laundry on-campus. Students are able to put money
on their card via the web or by using the Penmen Cash
app on their smartphone. In addition to managing
their cash with this service, they also have access to
valuable information, such as their account balance,
spending history, and they can also report a lost or
stolen card at any time; day or night.
Many Federal Work-Study positions are available
on-campus as well as in the greater Manchester
community. If you were offered Federal Work-Study
as part of your financial aid package, you can apply for
a work-study position. Federal Work-Study positions
are not guaranteed; you must apply and be hired for
an open position.
The university also has a limited number of
university-paid positions. Any student regardless
of financial need can apply for a university-paid
position.
More information about student employment and
work-study, including what work documents you need
before you begin your job, is available online.
Visit bit.ly/SNHUwork for details. (Web address is case
sensitive.)
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Families
Penmen Cash allows parents, guardians or other
relatives the opportunity to deposit funds into their
student’s Penmen Cash account. Students can give
their family members—parents, guardians, or other
relative—permission to do so by following the link
on the right side of the page, or they can send a
request to add funds through e-mail. Do you have
questions about this program? Contact One Stop at
onestop@snhu.edu or call 877.455.7648.
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bit.ly/penmencash.google
bit.ly/penmencashapp
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Manchester Area Information
How to Get There
Manchester is one of the largest and most dynamic
cities in northern New England. With a population of
just over 100,000, Manchester combines small-town
charm with a lively cultural scene.
Bus Service
We have a city bus that comes directly to our campus.
Go listen to music. We’re home to two orchestras,
an opera company, and dozens of nightclubs. Go
shopping. Stores here range from upscale boutiques to
funky thrift stores—and there’s no sales tax. Go out
to eat. Downtown Manchester boasts more than 70
restaurants.
Go cheer for a local sports team. We’re home to the
Manchester Monarchs hockey team and the Fisher
Cats baseball team. Go fishing, go for a hike, or go
skiing. The Manchester area has it all.
Check out some of the links below to find area dining,
lodging, shopping and things to do:
A place to stay
intownmanchester.com
nh.com
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newhampshire.com
visitnh.gov
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manchester-chamber.org
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A place to eat
Shopping
Outdoor Activities
Indoor Activities
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Taxi Services
Whether you need a ride to the airport, or just want
to head into Manchester to do some shopping or go
out to eat, here are a few options for taxi and airport
services that will pick you up on campus.
Taxi Inc: 603.669.8765
Town and Country Taxi: 603.668.3440
Manchester Taxi: 603.623.2222
West Side Taxi: 603.668.2444
Executive Airport Service: 603.625.2999
Royal Airport Service: 800.494.0508
Queen City Taxi: 603.622.0008
www.intownmanchester.com
www.nh.com
www.newhampshire.com
www.visitnh.gov
www.manchester-chamber.org
What are you looking for?
Visit bit.ly/MTAbusschedule for an up-to-date bus schedule.
See Route 5 – SNHU/River Road
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SNHU Athletics
Family Connections
The official website for the SNHU Penmen Athletic
program is snhupenmen.com. Follow them throughout the
year. Better yet, plan to come to the games and cheer
on our teams to victory!
You can find information about upcoming programs
and activities, as well as contact information for key
departments and services. To stay connected, link to
http://family.snhu.edu/family, which is the accessible portal for
families of SNHU students.
Commuter Resources
CAMPUS TRADITIONS
COMMUTER WEEK
Each year during the spring
semester, the Office of
Student Involvement hosts
a Commuter Appreciation
Week to acknowledge the
extra effort commuter
students make and to show
appreciateion for commuter
students. Events, which
are all held during the day
at times convenient for
commuters, often include
BINGO, coffee breaks,
giveaways and novelty
programs, and a commuter
luncheon.
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If you’ve decided not to live on campus and will
be commuting to SNHU, there are still many ways
for you to get connected, get involved, and have a
fulfilling and vibrant experience as an SNHU student.
Commuter Services, which is housed within the Office
of Student Involvement, is available as a resource to
help you connect, answer questions you have, and be
sure you have a great experience at SNHU.
Visit the Commuter Services page on mySNHU.edu to find
a listing of available resources. There are lockers
available in the Student Center for students to hold
their belongings between classes, and the Wellness
Center, housed within the Student Center, is available
to commuter students as well. Specific meal plans are
offered for commuters who want to take advantage of
the many dining options on campus.
Planned by Commuter Assistants, the Office of
Student Involvement runs events each month
that happen during the day as a way to connect
commuters. And as an online resource, the SNHU
Commuters page on Facebook is a great way to reach
out, interact with other commuters, and learn about
commuter programs.
Parking Decals
All SNHU students are required to purchase a parking
decal if they plan to park on campus. These decals are
ordered online at snhu.thepermitstore.com. To order a decal,
you will need your SNHU student ID number. This will
need to be entered at the time the decal is ordered so
your student account can be charged accordingly. You
will be billed by SNHU for this charge in the month
following the online order. At the time of purchase,
you will also be asked to add vehicle information
and to enter the mailing address for delivery of the
parking decal. You will need this information handy to
register for the decal.
All students can begin ordering decals for 2015-16
online on Monday, August 3, 2015. We are not yet
sure if there will be a cap placed on the number of
freshman decals made available for 2015-16.
The costs for 2015-16 decals will be as follows:
• Freshman Resident Day $204.95
• Returning Resident Day $104.95
• Commuter Day/COCE $54.95
CAMPUS TRADITIONS
WEEKLY BINGO!
Each week, the Coordinators
of Activities and Programming
Events (CAPE) host a BINGO
event where students can win
many different prizes based
on the theme of the week.
Occasionally, they will host
“Big Money BINGO” with even
bigger prizes.
For questions about commuter resources, contact
Meagan Sage at m.sage@snhu.edu.
Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start!
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CAMPUS TRADITIONS
VETERAN’S WEEK
Just some of the week’s
events include a heavy
equipment display, there
is also a food, blanket,
and clothing drive for
homeless vets, a film night,
and networking events.
Verterans Week is capped by
a simulcast of the “Concert
for Valor” and is shown at the
Last Chapter Pub.
DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge
Office of Diversity Initiatives
Located in Room 113 of the Robert A. Freese Student
Center, the DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge is your
place on campus to connect with other student
veterans, or to be connected to information and
experts on the services, support, and benefits that
you are entitled to receive. The lounge has room to
study and socialize with other student veterans, and
features a television, movie library, game system,
and complimentary coffee and soda. To learn more
about the DeColfmacker Veteran’s Lounge, access
a comprehensive listing of veteran resources, or to
subscribe to the student veteran listserv, visit
http://bit.ly/1Fy6vQZ. (Web address is case sensitive.)
Many Faces, New Perspectives, One University
Southern New Hampshire University is a multicultural, multi-ethnic, multi-generational and
multi-gender campus. We believe diversity is integral
to our university culture and is essential to fulfilling
our mission. The Office of Diversity Initiatives
invites students who self-identify as a person of
color, a person of Caribbean descent (Cape Verdean,
Dominican, Haitian, Jamaican, Puerto Rican, etc.),
a member of the LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual,
transgender, queer/questioning) community or of
multi-racial/cultural heritage as well as those who are
allies, to connect with us, please email diversity@snhu.edu.
Feel free to reach out to Veteran’s Services prior to
orientation. The staff would like to meet you at your
orientation, so setting up a time to meet that day will
help you learn more about their services before you
arrive for classes. At orientation SNHU Veterans can
meet with representatives from the following groups:
• SNHU Veteran Support Services
• SNHU Military Financial Services
• SNHU Career Development Office
• SNHU Student Veterans Club
• Manchester VA Medical Center
• VA Vocational Rehabilitation Office
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President’s Commission for LGBTQ Advocacy
The President’s Commission for Lesbian, Gay,
Bisexual, Transgender and Queer Advocacy is
dedicated to the promotion of a campus climate
defined by equality, civility and respect. The
commission strives to ensure a safe, positive
experience for its students, faculty, staff and alumni
who identify as part of the LGBTQ community through
advocacy, policy review, programming and education.
CAMPUS TRADITIONS
SOUL FOOD DINNER
Held annually in the second
semester, The Soul Food
dinner allows guests to
experience our diverse student
community and enjoy favorite
comfort foods. Attendees can
sample Southern, Caribbean,
Asian & Latin cuisines.
Sponsored by the Beloved
Community, the Office of
Diversity Initiatives, and the
SNHU Culinary Arts Program.
For additional resources, visit the Office of Diversity
Initiatives in the Student Center, room 112. You’ll find
a mulitcultural lounge space and an LGBTQ resource
room. For details, visit my.snhu.edu/CommunityLife/LGBTQAdvocacy.
Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start!
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Robert A. Freese Student Center
The Robert A. Freese Student Center houses the
Campus Bookstore, Penmen Place, Copies Plus,
Concierge Desk, Interfaith Prayer Room, and Club
Suite. Also located in this building are offices for the
Dean of Students, Student Center Operations, Office
of Student Involvement, Campus Ministry, Veteran’s
Services, and Diversity Initiatives, Wellness Center,
and LGBTQ support services. There is also meeting/
programming space which includes The Last Chapter
Pub, the Corcoran Conference Room, and small
conference rooms. There are student organization
offices in the building, which include the Student
Government Association, Coordinators of Activities
& Programming Events (CAPE), Inter-Greek Council,
Beloved Community, LGBTQ Office, and Radio SNHU.
Many students pick up their mail and attend student
events, and hangout in this central location on
campus.
Relax and Eat in the Dining Center
The Dining Center has offerings ranging from great
international dishes at the Euro to burger options
at the Mill City Grill. In addition, La Trattoria offers
flat bread pizzas, quesadillas, and paninis. Getting a
wrap or sub is never a problem at the Ultimate Deli or
shake things up a bit at the Global Cuisine, featuring a
Mongolian Grill. The Salad Toss is there for those salad
bar lovers and for those in a hurry you can swing by
the Express Zone for an on-the-go meal or snack. The
Dining Center has so many great features. Whether
it’s the food, banquet facilities, atmosphere, or a quick
cup of coffee, we look forward to serving you and
sharing in the excitement.
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EVENTS
CAMPUS TRADITIONS
During First Days, new
students (and returning
students) get all their
shopping done at Target!
The store is open for SNHU
students ONLY. The night
features food, music and lots
of shopping. So don’t worry if
you forget something during
move-in day, you can get it
at Target.
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First Days
Homecoming Weekend
At the beginning of the fall semester,
SNHU welcomes all new students to
campus. This is called First Days,
which begins with the Sunday
check-in for Resident and Commuter
Students. First Days promises to be a
fun and exciting way to connect with new friends, gain
more knowledge about the institution, and just have a
great time experiencing your new community.
October 16–18, 2015
This is a weekend for the families of our current
students, alumni, faculty, staff and students to come
together for a range of activities including a golf
tournament, a street fair, music, sporting events,
workshops, and more.
Highlights during the program will be the Target
Shopping Event on Sunday night, meeting your
orientation groups, listening to guest speakers,
learning about the expectations of being an
SNHUdent, participating in the New Student
Convocation, and finishing off the week with a
“Drive-in Movie” on Larkin Field. More details can be
found at http://my.snhu.edu/orientation.
The Involvement Fair
September 9, 2015
The Involvement Fair is held in the fall and spring
at SNHU. This is a great opportunity to find a club or
organization that interests you, or a place to volunteer.
There will be more than 100 clubs and organizations
from SNHU and the local community to visit and
learn about. Representatives will be available to
answer questions. Examples of the clubs and types of
organizations that will be on hand include academic,
community service, intramurals and athletic clubs,
fraternities and sororities and media groups.
Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start!
We hope you will put it on the calendar and plan to be
part of this annual tradition. Details of the weekend
will be posted on bit.ly/snhuhomecoming.
Penmen Pride
The Penmen Pride Program is a Student Government
Association initiative that encourages and rewards
students for attending campus events. Throughout
the semester, certain events are deemed Penmen
Pride events, allowing attendees to earn points just
for going. Each event is worth, one, two or three
points, and twice a semester, SGA runs double points
weeks, allowing students to earn points twice as fast.
At the end of each semester, points are totaled for
the Prize Giveaway. Prizes are awarded based on the
amount of points accumulated, and given out on a
three-tier system; the more points a student has,
the better the prize. And, one student with the most
points, will receive the grand prize and have their
name displayed on a plaque in the student center.
Participants can check their points, view standings—
including the Top Ten—and see the schedule of daily
Penmen Pride events by visiting snhusga.org. The SNHU
campus has a lot to offer with dozens of club, athletic,
and university events each week. The Penmen Pride
program rewards students just for having fun!
Got questions? my.snhu.edu/orientation is a great place to start!
CAMPUS TRADITIONS
LATE NIGHT
BREAKFAST
Late Night Breakfast is a
SNHU Tradition held the
Wednesday before finals each
semester. The Dining Center
is open from 10:00 p.m. to
12:00 a.m. for FREE breakfast
for all students. In addition to
breakfast, there will also be
activities such as free chair
massages, photo novelties,
giveaways, and music to help
fuel students during a busy
and stressful finals week.
Great food and fun activities!
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?
SNHU has over 50 clubs and
organizations, and 200+
events annually that you can
get involved with once you
arrive on campus. Check them
out on mySNHU at the Office
of Student Involvement under
the “Offices” drop down.
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FOLLOW SNHU ON
SOCIAL MEDIA!
@SNHUOnCampus
SNHUOnCampus
/groups/SNHUStudents2015
/groups/SNHUParents2015
DECEMBER 2015
Last day of classes
April 29
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December 21 – January 18
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CAMPUS MAP
Places You will
Need to Know
a. Office of Freshman
Admission
b. Office of Transfer
Admission
c. Office of International
Admission
d. One Stop/Financial Aid
e. Career Development
Center
f. Residence Life
g. Wellness Center
h. Campus Store
i. Post Office
j. Public Safety
k. World Affairs Council
l. New Hampshire Writer’s
Project
m.Conference and Event
Services
!
IMPORTANT!
Parking regulations are strictly
enforced, so PLEASE obey all
posted parking signs.
All SNHU Campus Buildings
1. Athletic Complex
2. New Castle Hall
3. Greeley Hall
4. Whittier Hall
5. Winnipesaukee Hall
6. Merrimack Hall
7. Ossipee Hall
8. Kearsarge Hall
9. Spaulding Hall
10.Winnisquam Hall
11.Chocorua Hall
12.Exeter Hall
13.Stark Hall
14.Robert A. Freese Student Center
16.Belknap Hall
17.Robert Frost Hall
18.Library Learning Commons
19.Morrissey House
20.Ford House
21.Dining Center
22.Academic Center
23.Hospitality Center
24.Washington Hall
25.Sunapee Hall
26.Cranmore Hall
27.Attitash Hall
28.Hillsboro Hall
29.Rockingham Hall
30.Central Receiving
31.Operations Center
32.Webster Hall
33.Webster House
34.Madison House
35.Lincoln Hall
36.Conway Hall
37.Hampton Hall
38.Windsor Hall
39.Tuckerman Hall
Parking
WResident Student Only (West of N. River Road)
CCommuter Students, Staff/Faculty, Visitor Only
EResident Students Only (East of N. River Road)
L Handicap and Loading
SDX Sodexo Employee Only
S/F Staff and faculty Only
VVisitor Parking
* No Parking midnight to 6:00 a.m.
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2500 North River Road
Manchester NH 03106-1045
Phone: 603.629.4631 | Fax: 603.629.4634
orientation@snhu.edu
Center for Student Involvement
Robert A. Freese Student Center