How SNHU GEM’s model can help transform higher education for students across the globe
By putting student needs and experiences at the center, higher education is possible for refugees and other displaced learners.
Student spotlight: GEM celebrates International Women’s Day with Student Reflections
Working toward her degree in Communications, Rita helps support her community through mindfulness, literacy, and health education.
GEM Students Reflect on Pursuing Education in a Global Pandemic
This year’s SNHU GEM Annual Impact Report focuses on what it’s like for our refugee students to pursue their education in a global pandemic.
Student spotlight: Education is key to Nour Maaz’s journey to empowerment
Working toward her degree in Healthcare Management, Nour has found her footing while inspiring women in her community.
Student spotlight: Innocent Havyarimana’s soap making business in Kakuma refugee camp
During the pandemic, GEM students have used their SNHU education to support their communities.
The Keys to Success as a Student
If you are a student, and you want to be successful, you should consider the four following few items on your journey. These will be important to you for your success. Know your “why.” Be consistent. Live your life with integrity. And finally, never misuse any opportunity of connecting and seeking support. Knowing your “why”
Beyond the Classroom
Studies have impacted my life beyond classroom in many ways. I have changed personally, professionally, and I have also changed socially and psychologically Studies have impacted my life beyond classroom because my professional life changed. The first thing I learned was time management. I was taught to use and to respect a schedule. Using a
What I love about being in the classroom
Being in the classroom as a university student means a lot to me. When I am in the classroom, I think about the prayers I prayed before. I can remember times I prayed for being able to be in a classroom as a university student. Being in a classroom is the answer of my prayers.
Meet Gentille
My name is Gentille Dusenge, and I am 25 years old. I currently live in Rwanda, where my family and I have been for 22 years in a refugee camp called Kiziba. My country of origin is Democratic Republic of Congo. I have 6 younger siblings, and I have a son. I recently earned my
Meet Heritier
I am Heritier Muhire, 24, from Rwanda. I am passionate about education and technology. At the age of 12, I became an orphan after my mom passed away. It was a new journey with only my young brother. In difficult moments, regardless of the age, as the first born, I was left with the responsibilities of my parents to keep