Obviously everyone knows Southern New Hampshire isn’t the largest university. Walking around campus or places like the dining hall always becomes a friendly outing due to the amount of familiar faces you know on your trip. That cute guy you saw last week and didn't want to talk to because you were scared shows up in one of your classes and you end up seeing him everyday. All my Penmen understand the struggle, but here’s a list of 10 more things we all know too well.
1. Petey the Penmen
I feel as if it’s safe to say we all know Petey. Petey has been there for all of us. Whether it be on Accepted Students Day, Open House, Homecoming, you name it—if you ever need a good hug or a quick pic, find my boy Petey. I’m sure he’ll be down.
2. SNHU Prez
Everybody knows Paul LeBlanc, and better yet, Paul LeBlanc knows everybody. He and Petey both, they’re everywhere! Never have I met a man more dedicated to something than he is to our education. Not everyone can say their president has the highest expectations for their students, but you can see it in how much our community has improved since he has been here. Oh, and if you’re into racquetball, schedule a time to play him. He’ll probably win.
3. The Train Tracks
If you haven’t been down to the train tracks once (or a couple hundred times), you clearly don’t go to SNHU. Whether it's down for a photo shoot that soon gets put on Instagram, or for “artsy” pictures, we’ve all been there (let’s be honest).
4. Tuckerman Hall
First, I'll start off by saying those stairs though. Everyone knows. Everyone complains. Honestly, props to the people who conquer those stairs everyday. To all the freshman who fight over getting a room in Tuckerman, those stairs are a nice wakeup call. How bad do you actually want that double with your own bathroom?
5. The Last Chapter Pub
Ah, the Last Chapter Pub. One of the main attractions parents love on their tours here at SNHU. They have the cool lighting, the stage, the bar for people of age on the weekends. The pub is cool. I mean, they give you free drinks and snacks when you walk in, and they host events. I just wish I could say I ever went in there.
6. The Matt Petersons
You all probably know him as “The Facebook Guy.” Matt is always there in our class groups on Facebook to answer our questions and update us on current information. Known to do everything at one time, Matt is an extremely helpful man, and a crucial part of why we are here. Truth be told, our questions never would have been answered without him. So thank you, Matt, for being The Facebook Guy.
7. Webster Hall
Dear business majors, I am truly sorry.
I am sorry you have to experience Webster Hall everyday for classes.
I am sorry you have to walk up that hill (or the path, for that matter—either one is pretty awful).
I just really am sorry.
8. Fraternities and Sororities
Peace, love, Greek life; am I right? If you’ve always dreamed of joining a fraternity or a sorority like in the movies, this isn’t the right place for you. Don't get me wrong, our three fraternities and three sororities are full of awesome people who build on the ideals of kindness, devotion, and pride. We just don’t have the “Greek row” or awesome mansions like they do everywhere else. Roll Penmen.
9. The Commercials
As you all sigh and say "Oh look, another SNHU commercial" every 5 minutes, just know we're all with you. Walking around cameras and groups of directors every so often gets old fast. Everyone thinks that SNHU is primarily an online school, but you'd be surprised to find out our campus has existed way longer than our online program. Shocker.
10. Bingo
Southern New Hampshire University, where all your tuition money goes towards prizes for weekly bingo games. You would think we’re a bunch of old people in a retirement home. Yes, bingo is as big here as the soccer team.
11. SNHU Football
Tailgating, partying, or hanging out with friends to watch the game, it's the best part of going to school here!
Oh…wait.
