STUDENTS WANT TO KNOW -Taken from the November 2012 Alumni View

“What do you feel the University needs to add in the best interests of the student body?” – Dino F. ‘13

“Sororities and fraternities... and wifi in the dorms!" - Dan S.

“Dishwashers in LV." -Grace A.

“I have always thought a travesty that any University could operate without a proper theater with a professional stage and plenty of seating.  Not only would it be in the interests of the Dance, Music and Theater departments, but it is also important for hosting events with politicians and other public speakers and giving addresses to large amounts of the student body.  I remember this being one of my biggest annoyances that I had with FPU when I went there. Trying to cram people into Cheney or the black box theater always seemed so unprofessional."-Rose F.

“I agree that we needed a theater. And we didn't have the black box when I was there, just the Ravencroft and the field house. I get that it's tough to raise money to build for arts rather than sports, but I do wish we had a more up to date theater space."-Jill A. '95

"I think they should create a job fair to help students network with possible employers."-Tristan S.

"A better/new 'campus center,' student union, recreation hall - whatever you want to call it. A central location where you can have students on couches, a lounge area, pool tables and a place where you can grab coffee, a snack, watch tv, news, and sports. An open easy flowing center, building, hall, area-whatever, that can encourage students to leave their rooms and hangout. Some place that is more appealing than the Alumni Lounge, the Pub, or going to the top of the 'Bubble' to play pool, bringing all of these concepts together to one centralized location, area, that has a flow and easy access for students." -Nicholas P.

"I absolutely agree with the suggestion of a real theater. I also think that our library is in desperate need of being updated with more spaces for individual and group study. Perhaps we could even have a coffee cart or something in there to make it more comfortable for working." - Maribeth C.

"More food options on campus instead of just the cafeteria and the pub." - Mandi B.

"A new Fine Arts building." - Jason L.

"A serious upgrade to the Field House... " - Brandon T.

"How about updating some of the residence halls so that all the students can benefit!" - Ashley E.

Want to answer this student's question?  Email alumni@franklinpierce.edu with "Students Want To Know" as the subject to your email, and we'll post your answer here!

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Saturday, June 15, 2013 - NH Fisher Cats vs Erie SeaWolves
5:30 p.m. Reception | 7:05 Game Start in Manchester, NH
Join Franklin Pierce Alumni, Faculty, Students, and Staff at the Northeast Delta Dental Stadium to watch the New Hampshire Fisher Cats take on the Erie SeaWolves.  An all-you-can-eat buffet dinner and private reception area will be available to attendees starting at 5:30 p.m. in the 3rd Base Party Deck.  Seats to the game are located in the 3rd Base section, and there will be an Atlas Fireworks display after the game.  Tickets are only $35! RSVP today to Anthony Chighisola at 603-899-4228 or chighisolaa@live.franklinpierce.edu.

Saturday, August 3, 2013 - Boston Red Sox vs Arizona Diamondbacks
5:00 p.m. Reception | 7:10 Game Start in Boston, MA
Summer will be here before you know it, and what better way to celebrate than to book your tickets to the Red Sox today! This year the Franklin Pierce Alumni Association will host a reception in the Players Club prior to the start of the game.  Included in the reception are Ballpark Snacks (Fenway Franks, Jumbo Soft Pretzels, Popcorn, Peanuts, and Cracker Jacks), and an Open Bar (Beer and Wine). COST: Adults $75 | Children $55 *If you do not wish to take part in the Open Bar, you may purchase a Children's Ticket. To reserve your tickets, RSVP to Anthony Chighisola at 603-899-4228 or chighisolaa@live.franklinpierce.edu by July 1, 2013.