Abigail Scher is an exemplary student leader, passionate about sustainability on campus. As vice-president of the Green Society at UNB, she co-organized a public sustainability conference on campus, collaborated with the Youth Climate Lab to educate UNB students on climate policy and organized clothing swaps, while also serving as mentorship coordinator with the Science Society and as social media coordinator for the Golden Key Society.
Ali Awais works tirelessly to create an inclusive and welcoming space for Muslim students through his role as founder and president of the Muslim Students Association. Dedicated to leadership and community involvement, Ali has also given his time as an SRC committee member and orientation volunteer, as well as a sports statistician and scoreboard operator with the athletics department.
Amena Gadoura strives to make meaningful contributions to her field of study and the broader community. On campus, Amena has volunteered with the Promise Partnership and has worked as a research assistant. In the community, she dedicates her time to the Horizon Health Network as a volunteer making countless contributions to the Horizon Heart Centre and the Horizon Cancer Support Program.
Amy Carey is a leader on the court and across campus. She completed her fourth and final year on the women's volleyball team, where they finished second place in the ACAA. Throughout her time at UNBSJ, Amy has occupied several roles on the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, has served as Athletics Representative on the SRC and has devoted countless hours coaching the youth Wolfpack program.
Anna-Maria Salamone has made exceptional contributions to many corners of the campus community. She’s served as the student representative on the SASE Faculty Council, as events director of the Science Society and as a volunteer with Let’s Talk Science. Outside of her faculty, Anna-Maria played on the women’s soccer team, while also volunteering with the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, the Promise Partnership, the Student Accessibility Center and more.
Bhavesh Bargava is a leader in the athletics community and within the Bachelor of Health program. In addition to playing on the men's volleyball team, Bhavesh has also contributed to the volleyball community by coaching children through the Wolfpack program. Within his faculty, he’s volunteered with SOAR and orientation and has participated as both a competitor and a case developer for UNB Connect Thought.
Eduardo David Paez Marquez has led research on social determinants of health, focusing on newcomer settlement and urban health inequalities. As a Research Assistant with the GlobalChild Program and InspiRights Project, David has coordinated international efforts across universities and NGOs to advance children's rights to health. He is also the Co-founder and Project Coordinator of EquiHealth Solutions, an AI-driven platform evaluating global health practices through a children's rights lens. In the broader community, he helped organize Well Said: Health and Wellness Talk, fostering dialogue between healthcare leaders on workforce attraction and retention.
Emily Smith quickly became involved in student life after being inspired by her own orientation experience and has since helped to build community and encourage student involvement. Throughout her academic career, she’s served as orientation chair, as an SRC Events and Bylaw Committee volunteer, as the SRC business representative, as a Promise Partnership mentor, VP student life, and now, as a member of the Grad Class Committee.
Griffin Cassidy is a role model for those around him and has left a lasting impact on the campus community. Playing for the Seawolves men’s soccer team, Griffin serves as team captain and president of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee. In the community, he’s raised thousands of dollars for breast cancer research, as well as food donations for women's shelters, and volunteers for Fundy Soccer and Saint John Soccer.
Jocephine Splitgerber believes a good leader not only takes control of situations but also supports individuals working alongside them. She’s certainly done just that during her time at UNB Saint John as captain of the women's soccer team and as vice-president of the Student Athlete Advisory Committee. In the community, Jocephine is also an avid volunteer with Big Brothers Big Sisters, Fundy Soccer and Saint John Soccer.
Kaitlyn Eatman-Thorne spent her time at UNBSJ working to better the sense of community and mental wellness on campus. As one of only two mental health peer supporters, Kaitlyn hosted various wellness events, brought Therapy Dog Thursdays to campus and offered student counselling sessions both in person and virtually. She’s also volunteered her time to help organize and setup SRC events, and serves as president of the Psychology Society.
Karley Dionne is a leader on campus and in the community. This academic year, Karley served as director of finance for the Bachelor of Health Society, played a crucial role in planning the society’s winter gala, and participated in the Bachelor of Health Future Student Panel. Outside of UNB, she volunteers as a swim instructor for children with disabilities and is involved in the Dalhousie Medicine patient simulator program.
Katie Dean has made a significant impact through community service. At UNB, she has taken on many leadership roles including establishing a Catholic-Christian Student Society. Throughout her academic career, she’s also served as a Learning Communities student coordinator and as president of the Global Medical Brigades, where she’s volunteered in both Honduras and Guatemala.
Kerkeslin MacDonald has devoted herself to volunteerism and leadership. Throughout her time at UNBSJ she’s served as secretary for the UNBSJ Golden Key Society and as president of the Green Society, where she launched the first Sustainable Research Conference. An avid volunteer, she also dedicated her time as a peer note taker, global ambassador for UNB Abroad Leadership Program, and as an orientation and SOAR volunteer.
Kevin Reyes is passionate about helping others succeed and giving back to his community through volunteer work. As the SRC vice-president for finance and operations, Kevin has directly contributed to student success and engagement on campus. He also dedicates his time to serving as an accounting teaching assistant and a volunteer tax preparer at the UNB Tax Clinic.
Kirsten Hurley is an exemplary student leader having served in executive roles within the SRC, including vice-president finance and operations, and vice-president student life. Her commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion on campus is also evident through her work as the founder and co-chair of the EDI Committee, as an LGBTQ+ councilor, VP finance of the Women in Business Society and as a volunteer on the Chosen Name Committee.
Kushadhara Pawar sees leadership as a lifelong commitment to giving back. As a student-athlete with the Seawolves badminton team, she has inspired her peers on and off the court and has dedicated her time to extracurricular activities. On campus, Kushadhara has served as president of the Women in Business Society, as public relations coordinator for UNB MUN, as a peer note taker and as a volunteer on the Grad Class Committee.
Lauren Comeau has dedicated countless hours working with the varsity women's volleyball program as the team manager, quickly becoming an instrumental member of the team. Lauren was also voted president of the Science Society and is an active member of Girls Stem Up. In her time at UNB, she has also served as the community outreach chair for Global Brigades and is an active volunteer in the community.
Liam McLellan has left a lasting impact on the UNB community as both a student-athlete and an engaged volunteer. As three-year team captain and four-year member of the Seawolves men’s volleyball team, along with serving as a volleyball camp coach and Wolfpack program coach, Liam has dedicated his time to the sport. Off the court, Liam volunteers as a research assistant, tutor and Orientation Week leader.
Madeline Kline is a dedicated and inspiring student leader. As the vice-captain of the women's basketball team, she has inspired her peers both on and off the court. Throughout her time at UNBSJ, she’s held roles within the Science Society, the SRC, the Student Athlete Advisory Committee and as a peer note taker. In the community, she’s completed advocacy work for the Coverdale Shelter for Women and is a practice patient for Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick.
Matthew Harquail has contributed deeply to both the UNB community and his degree program. He played for two years on the varsity soccer team and for two years on the varsity badminton team, and currently serves as the varsity badminton team manager. An avid volunteer, Matthew played a key role in establishing the St. Thomas Aquinas Society, serves as event chair for the Bachelor of Health Society, and is an active member of the Global Brigades Society, in addition to numerous volunteer roles in the community.
Raha Rikhtehgaran has aimed to help build a supportive and welcoming community during her time at UNBSJ. Throughout her roles as a residence assistant, peer writing tutor, peer note taker and Learning Communities session leader, Raha has had a meaningful impact on her fellow students and has helped strengthen student life. She’s also volunteered her time as an SRC events committee member, Let’s Talk Science tutor and research assistant.
Ridhima Dixit has been involved in many corners of the campus community. In her executive roles as SRC vice president external and student representative on the UNB Senate and Board of Governors, Ridhima has left a positive impact on student life at UNB. She’s also served as chair of the Menstrual Health Society, staff writer for The Baron and as a student coordinator with the Promise Partnership, to name a few.
Robyn Moore has taken on various roles in student societies, contributing to community engagement. While serving as the Green Society social media coordinator, Robyn co-developed "Sustainable Sunday" a series of educational posts increasing student awareness of environmental issues and encouraging sustainable practices. During the 2022-2023 year, she was the treasurer for the Psychology Society and has also served as a peer note-taker and general member of the Golden Key Society.
Safe AbuJayyab is a truly inspiring student leader. At UNBSJ, he’s served as student representative on the Senate and Board of Governors, acting head of the UNB Non-Academic Student Interdisciplinary Committee, and as an SRC Volunteer Committee member. While also playing on the varsity badminton team, he’s the current vice president of the Golden Key Society and is the VP of people and culture for the Palestinian Society. In collaboration with the Book Store, Safe was also the first to release student-designed clothing in store.
Sarah Buckley has been a leader amongst her peers since first entering the faculty of nursing. A member of the Nursing Society throughout her entire degree, Sarah currently serves in the position of president. As the student volunteer representative on the Nursing & Health Sciences Curriculum committee, she has provided invaluable input on academic and student issues. Sarah also volunteered on a research project and was a student-panelist at the International Joanna Briggs Institute Conference.
Sydney Flower has contributed extensively to UNBSJ athletics. Captain of the women’s volleyball team, Sydney led the team to a second-place conference finish and an ACAA silver medal earning. Through her volunteer involvement with the Student Athlete Advisory Committee, she has helped organize various fundraisers, while also dedicating her time as a coach and administration support for the Wolfpack volleyball program, and as a Science Society mentor.
Sydney MacEachern has been an unwavering student leader on the Saint John campus. Through her volunteer work with the Campus Food Pantry and serving as a mentor with the Promise Partnership, Sydney has fostered meaningful connections within the UNB community. She also serves as an event coordinator for the Bachelor of Health Society, as fourth-year rep for the Green Society, is a coach for the local artistic swimming club in Saint John and participated in a medical brigade to Honduras.
Trystan Burnham’s passion for athletics and supporting youth shines bright in all that he does. As a three-year co-captain of the Seawolves men’s soccer team, Trystan helped lead the team to the conference semi-finals in 2024. In January, he also became a member of the varsity badminton team. In the community, Trystan volunteers as a youth coach for Fundy Soccer and Saint John Soccer, has tutored at the Teen Resource Centre and previously served as the middle school soccer assistant coach for Centre scolaire Samuel-de-Champlain.
