* Thomas J. Wilson: CEO of Allstate Insurance Company
* John P. Abizaid: Retired four-star general who served as Commander of the U.S. Central Command during the Iraq War
* David M. Crane: Former Chief Prosecutor of the Special Court for Sierra Leone
* Kevin Spacey: Award-winning actor (attended UNH for a short period before transferring to Juilliard)
* Chris Matthews: Political commentator and host of "Hardball with Chris Matthews" (attended UNH for a short period before transferring to Georgetown)
* John Sununu: Former Governor of New Hampshire and White House Chief of Staff under President George H.W. Bush
It's also worth noting that the university boasts a strong alumni network in fields like engineering, business, and education. Many alumni have gone on to successful careers in their chosen fields.
Keep in mind that while UNH may not have the same celebrity alumni roster as some Ivy League schools, it's still a respected university with a rich history and a strong academic reputation.