Campus Happenings
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On campus, there’s never a dull moment
It’s almost back to school season. Soon enough, SNHU students will be coming back to Manchester with their energy, excitement and passion for learning. As we get ready to say goodbye to summer, let’s recap what the last several months have looked like on campus.
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Soul Food Dinner
Back in February, SNHU’s on-campus Office of Diversity Programs (ODP) hosted the Soul Food Dinner. It’s an annual event that brings people together over a shared appreciation for food, culture and community. The evening included a meal, a fashion show and musical performances — all centered around a chosen theme.
This year’s theme was Black Dandyism: Express Yourself, Every Stitch a Statement, Every Look a Legacy. Black Dandyism is a style and cultural movement in which Black individuals use exaggerated, elegant and distinctive fashion to challenge racial stereotypes, assert individuality and reclaim dignity. The evening was broken into five themes: Classical Dandyism, Afro-Futurism, Afro-Global Influence, Street Dandyism and Resistance.
All in all, Soul Dinner 2026 was a successful night — and we’re already looking forward to next year’s event.
International Women's Day
In March, SNHU hosted its annual International Women’s Day Breakfast. It’s a tradition that was started by the Deborah L. Coffin Women’s Center, an organization on campus whose goal is advancing gender equity across identities. The breakfast event brings together people of all identities and backgrounds to recognize, honor and uplift the achievements and impact of women everywhere.
“We have come so far, and there is still so much work to be done,” said Beth Anderson, associate director of the Deborah L. Coffin Women’s Center.
The theme of this year’s breakfast was “Give to Gain,” and conversation centered around leadership, boundary setting, women’s health and other topics of importance. Cheyenne K., a SNHU student who attended the breakfast, said that hearing speakers from marginalized communities felt particularly impactful.
“It not only educates our community, but serves as a really strong reminder that these people have always been there. They’ve been doing this work,” she said. “It is so important for us to not only get together and celebrate what they’re doing, but continue to push for equality.”
SETA Challenge Cup
March was a busy month on campus. In addition to International Women’s Day celebrations, the School of Engineering, Technology and Aeronautics (SETA) held its annual Challenge Cup. The event is a hands-on programming competition for cash prizes. There’s a theme of three here: students compete in teams of three, and have three hours to solve as many programming problems as possible. Here’s the kicker: they have a single computer to get it done.
“The experience is extremely valuable for our students,” said Dr. Kyle Viator, dean of SETA. “It helps them prepare for the work that lies ahead after they graduate.”
Viator said that the challenge is built entirely from scratch by dedicated SNHU faculty. He also noted that because it’s an annual event, it’s particularly enjoyable to see students who return year over year to participate.
“We’re all about building community here,” he said. “A good way to do that is through consistent events that our students get to experience from freshman year to senior year. Seeing the growth of our students and their abilities expand is extremely rewarding.”
Undergraduate Research Day
April brought with it SNHU's Undergraduate Research Day. It’s another annual event, and one that’s dedicated to celebrating the outstanding work of undergraduate campus students: their research, their creative projects and the positive impact they’re making on the world around them.
“It’s really cool, because it gives you an insight into what everyone is really passionate about,” said SNHU student and Undergraduate Research Day participant Avery B.
Students had the opportunity to share their work on carefully designed posters, give oral presentations and even demonstrate physical prototypes they’d built themselves. Projects focused on biological advancements, legislative advocacy, and lots more. The event gave students the well-earned chance to showcase their knowledge while building valuable connections and practicing effective communication.
Late Night Breakfast
As the spring semester came to a close and summer edged nearer, students buckled down and got serious about studying for finals. Staff and faculty had an idea for making those grueling study sessions just a little bit more fun.
They volunteered as kitchen staff for the evening, getting behind the counter, aprons donned, to serve SNHU students a late night “breakfast for dinner” meal. Like many other events on campus, Late Night Breakfast has become a beloved annual tradition during finals season.
There’s always something happening on campus
Looking for a college experience that goes beyond the classroom? With these community events and so many more like them, SNHU has something for everyone — and there’s always something fun going on. Ready to join us?
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