Graduate study is a time of growth, challenge, and discovery—and no one should navigate it alone. At UNH, we are committed to supporting you both personally and professionally through every stage of your journey. Your mental and physical wellbeing are essential to your success, and so is having access to meaningful mentorship and community.
The Graduate School and the broader UNH network offer a range of resources designed to foster a healthy and supportive environment for your studies. Whether you’re seeking guidance from mentors, striving to become one yourself, or looking for ways to sustain balance and wellness, we’re here to help you thrive. Explore our support and discover what it means to grow as both a scholar and a person.
-
The Community of Color Luncheon will offer space for communion and engagement across identities, perspectives, departments, and disciplines. The luncheon is designed to be an intentional space to build community, deepen understanding of one another, explore opportunities for collaboration, network, or simply to engage in some relaxation and self-care. Attendees may come and go as their schedules allow. Luncheon menu includes a taco bar catered by Vida Cantina.Attendance is open to the UNH community (faculty, staff, and students) of all identities and backgrounds, but spaces are limited. Please register here to attend.This event is sponsored by The Office of Community, Civil Rights and Compliance and Faculty & Staff of Color Affinity Group. If you have any questions or concerns, contact: OC3.info@unh.edu. -
Immigration Resources
The USNH General Counsel’s Office, in collaboration with the Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) and others, has prepared two resources:
-
The Well-Being WheelThe new Well-Being Wheel expands wellness to encompass the roles that the places we live, work, and love play in our well-being. It can be used as a tool to check in with your wellness to better understand what is going well and what may be challenging.
-
Mental Health in Graduate SchoolThis book explores the PhD experience as never before and provides a "survival guide" for current and prospective PhD students. The book investigates why mental health issues are so common among the postgraduate population, going beyond the statistics, looking at lived experience. Access the e-book through the UNH Library.
Teaching Support
Explore and register for the following Spring 2026 workshops designed for UNH instructors! Topics include neuroinclusive teaching strategies, Canvas course design, and effective methods for facilitating classroom discussion, among others:
Creating Efficiencies in Teaching using AI (click here to register) is a professional development workshop series focused on how AI can support more efficient and effective teaching practices. Participants will read and discuss current articles on using AI to develop efficiencies in instructional planning, content creation, assessment, feedback, and communication. The series emphasizes practical strategies to help save time while maintaining strong pedagogical foundations.
Meets virtually on Fridays 12:00pm – 1:00pm (March 6, March 27, April 10, May 1)
Innovation Lab: Engage, Explain, Inspire: Media-Driven Learning Experiences (click here to register)
Join us to explore the power of educational media in enhancing teaching and learning. Discover how to find and vet high-quality media resources and learn how to create your own engaging content. See how students can become creators, not just consumers, of educational media through quick assignments and semester-long projects.
Tuesday, April 7, 2026, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Community of practice - Facilitating dialogue across differences in the classroom (click here to register)
Join this community of practice to talk about facilitating constructive conflict and dialogue in your classroom. We will discuss practical strategies for creating a safe and respectful space that you can practice between the meetings. Learn how to build genuine curiosity, use effective dialogue practices, and structure your class for productive conversations. Such opportunities are invaluable to helping students (and ourselves) navigate differences and build stronger relationships.
Thursdays 12:00pm-1:00pm: March 12, April 9, May 7
Syllabus & Classroom Design for Neurodiversity and Well-Being (click here to register)
Join us for an important conversation about creating inclusive learning environments with a neurodiversity framework, positive mental health, and student well-being. From designing clear and flexible syllabi to communicating expectations in neuroinclusive ways, we'll delve into strategies for setting up classrooms that foster success and belonging for all students. Take away practical ideas and insights to enhance your teaching and support the diverse needs of your students.
Thursday, April 16 12:45pm – 2:00pm
At any time, instructors may request support with an Instructional Design, course design, or assessment efforts by connecting with one of the central offices listed on the Teaching and Learning Hub.
The Educational Excellence & Effectiveness (E3) team offers several resources for teaching support, including one-on-one consultations with a Teaching & Learning Specialist. They maintain a webpage with a rich collection of resources for ongoing teaching and learning support.
The Teaching Assistant Support Series offers guidance on several essential topics for TAs, with diverse panels of faculty, former TAs, and other experts. The workshops are tailored to first-time instructors, but open to all. Learn more and register here.
The Learning Development & Innovation (LDI) offers several resources for teaching development, especially in the areas of instructional strategies and new technology. They maintain a teaching resource hub on their webpage.
There are teaching related resources for graduate students through the Teaching & Learning Resource Hub, the UNH Library, and under Modules Section 6 of the "UNH Graduate School Durham" page found on your myCourses Dashboard.
Current or aspiring K-12 educators can find customized graduate courses for teachers that support unique learning opportunities with individualized mentorship and classroom coaching. Please contact Candice.Morey@unh.edu for more information.
Massive Open Online Courses or "MOOCS" focused on teaching and learning in diverse classrooms are offered by Cornell University through the web-based platform edX. MOOCS are usually self-paced and can be enrolled in a any time.
Mentoring Support
The UNH Library maintains an online guide for mentors and mentees at all stages of their graduate school journey. This guide provides a variety of resources for mentorship and education across all disciplines and experience levels.
The Graduate School has offered a three-part series where faculty, current and former graduate students, and academic advisors from the Graduate School talk about good mentoring and how to establish and maintain this relationship. You can go to the Mentorship Series to find three video recordings and all related documents.
Wellness Support
Open to UNH students, faculty, and staff, UNH Health & Wellness is your source for medical services, wellness education & promotion, and public health expertise on campus. The Graduate School and Health & Wellness collaborate each semester to host events specifically for graduate students. Click to view all upcoming events, workshops, and classes.
Prescription and Non-Prescription Medication Access
For detailed information about all medication access options, including pharmacy addresses, hours, bus routes, and costs, visit the Health & Wellness website.
Students at UNH Manchester should visit the Student Wellness webpage to find information on counseling and other services available to them.
The Granite YMCA offers a Wildcat Wellness option for Manchester students in graduate degree programs at a significant discount! Membership at The Granite YMCA is more than just extracurricular activities. Discover the unique community in your combined campus and all that the Y and UNH has to offer. We deliver comprehensive healthy living, learning, and fun experiences for members of all ages.
PACS is a team of psychologists, social workers, and psychology trainees who are highly skilled at addressing the unique needs of college students and committed to enhancing students' ability to benefit from the university experience. If grad school is impacting your mental health, you are not alone. Grad students can go to PACS for urgent same-day counseling, individual counseling, and group counseling. Click to learn more about the services offered by PACS.
Group Counseling
PACS facilitates Balance and Belonging for Graduate Students, a group counseling program designed exclusively for graduate students to explore concerns, including work/life balance and strategies for thriving in graduate school. Graduate students can also participate in the ADHD Focus Group.
Classes
Graduate students are invited to participate in Coping & Thriving, a three-class series focused on coping with anxious feelings, stress, sadness, lack of motivation, and cultivating well-being.
If you are interested in joining a group session or class, please view the Spring 2026 Schedule for meeting times.
SHARPP provides services to victims/survivors of sexual violence, relationship abuse and stalking regardless of gender, age, health status (including HIV-positive), physical, mental, emotional ability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, socio-economic status, race, national origin, immigration status, or religious or political affiliation.
The Office of International Students and Scholars (OISS) remains the main resource for international students and scholars with questions about their status and regulatory updates and maintains a website with travel and regulatory updates that are relevant to our international community.
This spring, the Graduate School will supplement the funding for the Student Basic Needs program run by the Dean of Students, and make up to 200 more meals available to Graduate Students through the Swipe It Forward We don’t want any graduate student who has emergency funding concerns arise to be unable to access food. Students should also contact their advisors, programs, and colleges directly, as they may have access to other sources of support in an emergency.
For additional assistance, review UNH's Housing, Food, and Financial Support.
Campus Recreation provides outstanding educational experiences through a variety of recreation opportunities that enhance healthy lifestyles in our UNH community. Facilities include the Hamel Rec Center, Whittemore Center Arena, Swasey Indoor Pool, Outdoor Pool, Outdoor Fields, and Mendums Pond. Programs include Group Exercise, Intramurals, Outdoor Adventures, and more. Access to these facilities are covered by mandatory fees. Students need only show UNH ID to enter.
One of the 8 dimensions of the well-being wheel is social wellness. Your social wellness is supported by building positive relationships and engaging with your community. Keep an eye on the Master Calendar for upcoming social events hosted by the Grad School, and check out the Thrive Guide for other ways to get involved in our UNH community and in the greater Seacoast area.
