University of New Hampshire

The University of New Hampshire (UNH) is a public land-grant research university located in Durham, New Hampshire, United States. Established in 1866, UNH is a flagship institution known for its dedication to research, community service, and diverse academic programs.

History

The university was originally founded as the New Hampshire College of Agriculture and the Mechanic Arts in 1866 in Hanover, New Hampshire, as part of Dartmouth College. In 1893, the college moved to Durham after Benjamin Thompson bequeathed land and money to establish an agricultural college. It became the University of New Hampshire in 1923.

Campus

The main campus of UNH is located in Durham, a town that provides a quintessential New England setting. The campus is known for its beautiful architecture and includes the iconic Thompson Hall, which serves as a symbol of UNH. The university also has additional campuses in Manchester and Concord.

University of New Hampshire at Manchester

The University of New Hampshire at Manchester serves as the urban campus of UNH, offering programs tailored to meet the needs of students in the Manchester area. This campus is part of the University System of New Hampshire, which encompasses all public higher education institutions in the state.

University of New Hampshire School of Law

Located in Concord, the University of New Hampshire Franklin Pierce School of Law is renowned for its intellectual property law program. The law school was originally founded as the Franklin Pierce Law Center and became part of UNH in 2010.

Academics

UNH is classified as an R1 Doctoral University, indicating very high research activity. It offers a wide array of undergraduate and graduate programs across various fields, including but not limited to business, engineering, marine sciences, and liberal arts. The university is home to several research institutes, including the Institute for the Study of Earth, Oceans, and Space.

Notable Alumni

The university boasts a number of notable alumni who have made significant contributions in various fields:

Jason Brennan, a philosopher known for his work in political philosophy.
Brendan DuBois, an acclaimed author known for his suspense and mystery novels.

Athletics

The UNH Wildcats are a well-known athletic team representing the university in the NCAA Division I. They compete in the America East Conference and have a strong tradition in sports such as ice hockey, football, and soccer.