Plymouth State University President Sara Jayne Steen delivers the 2013 State of the University speech March 27 to faculty and staff.

State of the University 2013: Building for the Next Generation

March 17th, 2013 by Tim

PLYMOUTH, N.H.- While discussing with an audience of PSU faculty, staff, students, and guests the successes of the previous year, President Sara Jayne Steen also explored the challenges facing public higher education and Plymouth State as the University “builds for the next generation.” “Who will our students be, and how do we provide the education [...]

Dr. Mark Green of Plymouth State University

Calcium Fertilized Forests Use More Water According to New PSU and Hubbard Brook Ecosystem Study

March 16th, 2013 by blyndes

Plymouth, N.H. – Bubbling brooks and streams are a scenic and much loved feature of forest ecosystems, but long-term data at the U.S. Forest Service’s Hubbard Brook Experimental Forest suggests that more productive forests might retain considerably less water, according to a study published recently in the journal Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Mark Green, an [...]

The former President of the U.S. Institute of Peace, Richard Solomon, will be the Commencement speaker at Plymouth State University's 142nd Commencement ceremony May 18.

PSU to Honor Richard Solomon at 2013 Commencement Ceremony, Former President of U.S. Institute of Peace to Speak at May 18 Event

March 15th, 2013 by blyndes

Plymouth, N.H.- A world-renowned advocate for peace will be the featured speaker at Plymouth State University’s 142nd commencement ceremony Saturday, May 18.  Richard H. Solomon is the former President of the United States Institute of Peace(USIP), a nonpartisan federal agency working to promote international conflict resolution through non-violent methods. The commencement ceremony starts at 10 [...]

PSU students volunteering at a Habitat for Humanity project, building a home for a needy family

Plymouth State University Named to President’s Higher Education Community Service 2013 Honor Roll

March 13th, 2013 by blyndes

        PLYMOUTH, N.H­­—Plymouth State Universityhas been named one of the nation’s top schools for encouraging community service among its students. PSU has been named to the President’s Honor Roll, through the federal Learn and Serve America program, which supports and encourages service learning throughout the United States. The President’s Higher Education Community [...]

A hiker admires the beautiful vistas of the White Mountains.

The Museum of the White Mountains Presents, “To the Extremes: The Geology of Adventure in the White Mountains” in North Conway March 28 – May 28

March 12th, 2013 by blyndes

Plymouth, N.H. – New Hampshire’s White Mountains are home to some of the world’s best outdoor recreational opportunities; skiing, hiking and rock climbing draw hundreds of thousands of visitors every year to the region’s glistening ski slopes, rock-strewn summits and green river valleys formed by Mother Nature in a fascinating series of geologic events starting [...]

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PSU and N.H. Preservation Alliance Host Historic Preservation Conference March 22

March 11th, 2013 by blyndes

Plymouth, N.H. – Community leaders are gathering in Plymouth on March 22 for the biennial statewide preservation conference, Historic Buildings for the Next Century: Preservation’s Role in a Sustainable Future.  The event is sponsored by the New Hampshire Preservation Alliance in partnership with Plymouth State University. Featured topics include new business models for historic sites, [...]

Left to right, Kelly Murphy, a Social Work major and Meaghan Colligan, Business Administration major,  try on their caps and gowns–and realize the big day is getting closer!

Graduates Day 2013

March 8th, 2013 by blyndes

PLYMOUTH, N.H.-There may still be snow on the ground, but one sure sign that Spring is just around the corner at Plymouth State is the arrival of Graduates Day. Typically held on the first Friday in March, Graduates Day is a big step for seniors preparing to take their hard-earned degree out into the ‘real [...]

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PSU Receives Gift From Houdegbe North American University

March 7th, 2013 by Tim

Plymouth State University recently received a photobook courtesy of Houdegbe North American University Benin (HNAUB). The photos in the book were taken recently during the dedication of a library named in honor of the State of New Hampshire and Plymouth State University and attended by a delegation from PSU. Octave Cossi Houdegbe, HNAUB president and [...]

East Inlet, Pittsburg, N.H., Courtesy Phil Haskell

PSU Hosts New Hampshire Water and Watershed Conference March 22

March 5th, 2013 by blyndes

Plymouth, N.H.- Plymouth State University’s Center for the Environment (CFE) hosts the 2013 New Hampshire Water and Watershed Conference, Friday,  March 22 in PSU’s Hartman Union Building. The event features more than 30 talks addressing current water related research as well as effective strategies at the local, regional, state, and federal levels about changing environmental [...]

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Plymouth State University Students Participate in National Association of Teachers of Singing Festival in Boston

March 2nd, 2013 by Elizabeth

Plymouth, N.H. —Seven Plymouth State University students participated in the National Association of Teachers of Singing Boston Song and Aria Festival. Senior music major Michael Dodge of Northwood earned second place in Division 2 (ages 18-20) and won the Special Prize for Best Performance of a German Arts Song. Dodge performed Dimenticar ben mio by [...]

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Appalachian Mountain Club, Plymouth State University Sign Memorandum of Understanding

PSU President Sara Jayne Steen, left, and AMC President John D. Judge at AMC’s Highland Center at Crawford Notch for the signing of a memorandum of understanding. The document details continued coordination and collaboration to advance their respective missions, while helping both institutions make a positive impact on the region’s environment, economy, communities, and people.  [...]

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Solomon discusses the North Korean threat

By BOB MARTIN bmartin@citizen.com PLYMOUTH — Richard Solomon, former president of the United States Institute of Peace, has plenty of experience dealing with highly volatile nations in a peaceful manner through his years of experience. Friday he spoke with The Citizen about North Korea based on his personal views and the state of where the [...]

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Holy Trinity students excel at National History Day at PSU

STUDENT FROM Holy Trinity Catholic School recently competed in National History Day at Plymouth State University. Front row, from left, Clara Jude, Madison Vickery and Dominique Bolduc. Back row, Ronnie Hook, Adrianna Dinsmoor, James Marceau, Caitlin Mallahan and Sarah Moran. COURTESY   LACONIA — Twelve students from Holy Trinity competed at the statewide National History [...]