University Board of Trustees Chair Steve Duprey Receives Honorary Degree from UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law
May 19, 2025

Congratulations to University Board of Trustees Chair Steve Duprey as he was awarded an Honorary Degree as part of the UNH Franklin Pierce School of Law 2025 Commencement Ceremony on Friday, May 16, 2025.
The owner of the Duprey Companies, Steve Duprey is a prominent New Hampshire developer and hospitality leader known for his real estate projects and nonprofit support. His portfolio, which began with elderly housing in the 1980s, now includes four hotels, the Grappone Conference Center, and multiple property management ventures. A former state legislator at 19, and a Cornell Law School graduate, Duprey has played a key role in Concord’s redevelopment, including revitalizing Main Street and preserving historic buildings. He chairs the Pease Development Authority and serves on several nonprofit boards, including Franklin Pierce's Board of Trustees.