Student Success Blog

Student Success Blog
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Our students have full lives with busy careers, community, family, and service responsibilities.

They’re also students.  

We understand the unique challenges that come with balancing life as a working adult and a college student. Whether you are starting college for the first time or returning after life took you in a different direction, you'll find the UNH CPS community is here to help you achieve your goals and give you confidence as a student. In our Student Success Blog, you’ll find a collection of impactful student success stories and helpful resources to support you along the journey.

  • Person on computer
    Thursday, February 19, 2026
    Do you work in the high-demand field of Information Technology (IT) or are you considering transitioning into the industry? If so, there are many reasons why cybersecurity skills can make you even more marketable. Taking an entry-level cybersecurity course, like the UNH College of Professional Studies Foundations of Cybersecurity, is a great first step.
  • A group of people holding certificates to celebrate graduation from the FELEIA Academy gather for a photo
    Tuesday, February 10, 2026
    FELEIA Academy brings those with lived experience in the child welfare system together to build leadership skills
    The first cohort of the Family Empowerment & Lived Experience Integration Academy (FELEIA) – a new program designed to elevate family voice and strengthen collaboration in the child welfare system – recently held its inaugural graduation ceremony, recognizing a group of 12 participants who completed the leadership development course.
  • Woman in suit staring at a digital map of the world
    Friday, February 06, 2026
    John Borek is a faculty lecturer in the National Security Intelligence Analysis (NSIA) master’s program, and Seth Marcotte is a recent NSIA graduate. Together, they were published in the International Journal of Intelligence and CounterIntelligence.
  • UNH College of Professional Studies Advisor Tyler Wentland
    Tuesday, February 03, 2026
    The Creative Approach of Advisor Tyler Wentland
    Advisor Tyler Wentland brings a creative perspective to his work at the UNH College of Professional Studies. As both an advisor and an artist, he approaches each student’s path with the same care and intentionality he brings to his illustrations by valuing steady progress, thoughtful planning, and the courage to begin.
  • UNH College of Professional Studies Advisor Jenny Masana
    Wednesday, January 28, 2026
    At UNH College of Professional Studies ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, we know that behind every successful student is an advisor who truly cares. As both an educator and an academic advisor, Jenny Masana is committed to helping adult learners and nontraditional students navigate their unique educational journeys by offering guidance, encouragement, and belief in their potential.
  • A woman looks at a computer on a table in a coffee shop
    Tuesday, January 27, 2026
    Several land among best in state and region
    UNH had multiple online programs rise notably in the 2026 U.S. News Rankings for Best ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Programs released this week, with several earning recognition among the best in the state and region.
  • A man in military fatigues wraps his arms around the shoulders of a woman in a teal shirt and black sweater
    Thursday, January 15, 2026
    Dan and Cherish Dempsey's story highlights how CPS empowers service members to earn online degrees
    When Dan and Cherish Dempsey enrolled in college in 2018, they were already living a life defined by service and sacrifice. Both were serving on active duty in the U.S. Air Force — Dan as a master sergeant and Cherish as a technical sergeant — while raising their daughter, Kayla, in Colorado Springs. By 2020, both transitioned into the U.S. Space Force. Pursuing higher education during those times and amid those demands might have seemed a challenge, but for the Dempseys, the online programs at Granite State College (now the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ College of Professional Studies) provided the right fit at the right time.
  • Keri Bresaw
    Wednesday, January 07, 2026
    At UNH College of Professional Studies ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ, we know that behind every successful student is an advisor who truly cares. Meet Keri Bresaw, our Academic Advisor & Program Specialist, and a true champion for adult learners and nontraditional students. Keri brings passion, empathy, and creativity to every conversation. She understands the unique challenges our students face and offers practical strategies to help them thrive.
  • Person at Desk
    Tuesday, January 06, 2026
    As one of the most popular majors in the country, check out the top 7 reasons why college students pursue business degrees.
  • UNh faculty Courtney Rice
    Tuesday, December 16, 2025
    Health and wellness encompass a broad range of careers focused on improving health and quality of life for individuals and communities. From exercise science to healthcare innovation, professionals in this field play a vital role in shaping healthier futures. At the ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ College of Professional Studies, one faculty member who exemplifies this mission is Courtney Rice, Senior ÌÇÐÄÊÓÆµ Professional Faculty.