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HB 1557 Raises Controversy over Barring LGBTQ+ Conversation in Schools

HB 1557 Raises Controversy over Barring LGBTQ+ Conversation in Schools

Rhianwen Watkins, News Editor February 18, 2022
House Bill 1557, nicknamed the “Don’t Say Gay” bill by LGBTQ+ individuals and activists, just passed the Florida State Senate last Tuesday. The bill seeks to grant parents more power over what their children learn in school, but many have disagreed with aspects of the bill that they consider to be discriminatory towards LGTBQ+ youth.
UNH Celebrates National Coming Out Week

UNH Celebrates National Coming Out Week

Rhianwen Watkins October 17, 2021
This past week, the University of New Hampshire (UNH) celebrated National Coming Out Week on campus to honor those who have come out as queer, queer individuals who cannot safely come out to their families, and those who want to be supportive of the community and expand their allyship.  
Sisters in Step dance troupe changes name to Wildcat Dance Crew

Sisters in Step dance troupe changes name to Wildcat Dance Crew

Isabelle Curtis May 17, 2021
After 24 years, the University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) dance troupe “Sisters in Step” has changed its name to “Wildcat Dance Crew.” This decision comes after the recent discovery of the group’s history of cultural appropriation. 
UNH leadership reacts to the Derek Chauvin verdict

UNH leadership reacts to the Derek Chauvin verdict

Anna Kate Munsey April 22, 2021
On Tuesday, former Minneapolis Police Officer Derek Chauvin was found guilty on all three counts in regards to the killing of George Floyd - unintentional second-degree murder, third-degree murder and second-degree manslaughter.
UNH celebrates Black History Month with AMPLIFY podcast series

UNH celebrates Black History Month with AMPLIFY podcast series

Isabelle Curtis February 15, 2021
In honor of Black History Month, the Beauregard Center and the Sexual Harassment & Rape Prevention Program (SHARPP) are co-sponsoring AMPLIFY: Turning up the Volume on Black Voices, a virtual podcast & chat series.
Black History Month events at UNH

Black History Month events at UNH

Katie Hoppler February 3, 2021
February is Black History Month, a federally-recognized event that reflects on Black Americans’ significant impact on the country. To celebrate this month, the University of New Hampshire (UNH) is putting on a series of events and programs.
Cache Owens-Velasquez welcomed as new director of The Beauregard Center

Cache Owens-Velasquez welcomed as new director of The Beauregard Center

Hannah Donahue June 22, 2020
In January University of New Hampshire’s (UNH) Office of Multicultural Student Affairs (OMSA) moved to a new space. Now in June, the cultural hub on campus is not only a new director, but a new name.
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