Breaking barriers in engineering education
Suzanne Kresta (BScEng’86), a leader in engineering education, is working to create an environment where diversity, collaboration, and community impact are central to success
Rewriting the narrative
As founder of The Publishing Pad, Chisom Ezeh (MBA'22) is helping authors share their stories and their voices with the world
A legacy of leadership, learning and growth
The incredible impact of Merv Symes (BScEng'81) on New Brunswick
Hungry for solutions: the rise of food insecurity across Canada and on our university campuses
Learn what three UNB alumni are doing to tackle poverty and food insecurity and their recommendations for long-term solutions
Q+A: Lauren Lockhart, UNB Alumni Student Leadership Award
Recipient of a 2024-2025 Alumni Student Leadership Award, Lauren Lockhart has been deeply involved as a student leader in the faculty of kinesiology and across campus
Redesigning our systems to work for humans
Why Scott MacAfee (BBA’94) believes care is at the core of poverty reduction
Ending homelessness in Newfoundland and Labrador
Doug Pawson (MPhil’07) on how we need to rethink our system of care to create communities where everyone can thrive
Influencer agency helps build rising stars
With an entrepreneurial background and a passion for content creation, UNB alum Kayley Reed is advocating for the next generation of internet influencers
From lab to legacy
Shannon McCue (BSc'97) has built a remarkable scientific career on the foundation she received at UNB, so she has committed to giving back, both now and in the future.
Kelsey Hogan on the universal lessons learned from ultramarathon trail running
"We all have ultras in our lives, sometimes chosen and sometimes ones that life throws you along the way"
KJ Conyers-Steede on community-centric innovation and creating sustainable policies for rural Atlantic Canada
"We need to create ecosystems and lead with community-based solutions"
Natasha Lee is sowing seeds of growth in Trinidad and Tobago
The exciting journey of leading and growing 4-H in the Caribbean, and teaching children to grow food
Sascha Boulet-Devost is reshaping healthcare delivery in rural communities
How the CEO of Capture Therapeutics is reshaping healthcare delivery
Josh LeBrun on social enterprise and building community
"When you take on something beautiful, it draws talented people"
A champion for workplace safety
In a world where workplace injuries are often overlooked, Candace Carnahan (BA'02) has emerged as a powerful voice
Sewing the solution
Connie Smith is sewing solutions in the Democratic Republic of the Congo
A leader in New Brunswick's forestry sector
The executive director of Forest NB talks sustainability and the future of the forestry industry in New Brunswick
John Gerhardt offers escape in a world of volatility as creative director at LVMH
John Gerhardt (BA'85), the award-winning innovator, says that his formative years, including those spent studying for a degree in English literature from the University of New Brunswick, were key to helping him flourish
Shilo Boucher on building a healthy, strong community
Focusing on preventative healthcare will create a positive overall community healthcare model
Craig Wood brings high-performance engineering to life
The engineering alum shares his exciting work at Roush Industries in Detroit
How UNB alumni are liberating health data in New Brunswick
Iuli Popescu and Mark McAllister share the story behind myHealthNB and it's evolving future
50 years of reunions, trees and memories for the Class of ’74 civil engineers
The strong bond of the Class of '74 civil engineers at UNB
Katie Davey on public policy, social innovation and social entrepreneurship in New Brunswick
"We have a fragmented information environment. Figuring out how we have more understanding and empathy toward each other is the underpinning to solving the largest challenges we face"
Volunteers in action: Craig Haynes, Ottawa Alumni Chapter Network
How Ottawa alumni are coming together
Why forecast modelling in forest management is critical for our future
Forestry and Environmental Management grad Xin Yuan manages British Columbia's forest carbon and climate services
Nicole LeBlanc on sustainable communities, tech investment and women in venture capital
"Cities are already smart. They're just not connected. Digital, physical and policy innovation all need to come together. The solutions are out there"
A legacy of basketball
The mother-daughter UNB basketball legacy that will warm your heart
Aaloak Jaswal brings global digital transformation and humanitarian experience home to UNB
The innovation director for the new Research Institute in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence shares lessons from around the globe.
Isaac Barkhouse is providing a more sustainable alternative in the electric vehicle market
The co-founder and chief technology officer for Victory Advanced Technologies talks future of high-performance electric vehicles
Virginia Bliss Bjerkelund proves it's never too late to create something new
The author published her first book at age 91, second at 94.
Charles A. Diab returns to Fredericton to lead the Chalmers Foundation
The CEO of the Chalmers Foundation shares his outlook for the community
UNBers play big role in sending telescope above the clouds in a total solar eclipse
Alumni, students and faculty were part of an innovative project during 2024's total solar eclipse
Business is blooming for Sophie Sharp
The journey behind flower farming and growing a local business
Victoria LaBillois on economic reconciliation in Canada
"People fear what they don't understand. Becoming an ally involves listening and learning about how we can make economic reconciliation happen together"
Laura Richard brews an award-winning business
Saltwinds Coffee Company co-founder and science alum explains the chemistry behind the right brew
Entrepreneur Tosin Ajibola on blending social good with technology in Canada
"Newcomers coming into Canada want stability. So the quicker we can help these newcomers get access to what they need, the more likely it is that they stay"
Kelly Dunfield is saving lives in small-town New Brunswick and around the world
Be Ready Healthcare Inc. provides alarmed cabinets for easy access to epinephrine and naloxone
Christy Arseneau is tackling current and future challenges for Canadian forests
The science director for Forest Health and Biodiversity at the Atlantic Forestry Centre talks about solutions for Canadian forests
UNB Chancellor Wade MacLauchlan on the role of universities and education in our collective future
"Universities have a responsibility for innovation, creativity, invention, creating community and the core contribution of giving people the opportunity to be better"
Stacey Clark is growing the global SABIAN brand in rural New Brunswick
The vice-president of marketing for SABIAN shares how the company continues to grow its global presence
Mohamed Bagha on growing strong communities by engaging newcomers
“We are only on the front end of growth right now. Growth will be fueled by newcomers”
Brenda Goddard forged a career devoted to helping the most vulnerable as UN High Commissioner for Refugees
The UNB Law grad shares her remarkable journey and the impact she's made
Tyler Patles is engineering the future of North Shore Mi'kmaq District Council communities
Mi'kmaq professional engineer Tyler Patles (BScE'09) shares his goals as director of technical services for the North Shore Mi'kmaq Tribal Council (NSMTC)
Globally-recognized alumni prove quality of UNB's survey engineering program
Olayinka Adekoya (BScSE’69, MScSE’73) and Alex Miller (BScSE ’79) prove the incredible global impact of UNB survey engineering graduates
Alex Miller is engineering the challenges of the 21st century
The president and founder of Esri Canada shares his thoughts on engineering for the future.
Cristina Flores Justic is blazing trails for women in rugby around the world
How being elected one of the first women on the World Rugby Council has made an impact on women in the sport.
The technology and science behind sustainable diversity and inclusion
How MESH/Diversity is changing classrooms and companies.
Adrian Tout keeps pushing at the edges of computing
The senior Google guru shares his journey and outlook on augmented reality
Maria Hernandez is taking steps toward sustainability through upcycled fashion
Maria Hernandez (BSENR'21) on forestry, sustainability and Palo Verde Designs
Sarah Bernstein on the Booker Prize, the Scottish Highlands and a love of writing
The Giller Prize-winning author on how UNB helped advance her career.
Sara Taaffe on the tension between economic progress and sustainability
“Knowing that there are a lot of people who really care and are working every day to make change leaves me feeling optimistic that we’re doing better than we were doing a year ago. There is hope and people have power.”
The UNB alum inside one of the biggest deals in Canadian corporate history
One of the architects of the Rogers-Telus merger shares his insights
Joshua Pickard is shaping the future of manufacturing automation
The Top 40 Under 40 alum on his experience at Eigen Innovations.
Habib Dable shares lessons from a career in biotech
This top world pharma exec shares his journey
Connor McConnell is inspiring the next generation through his business Ethos Athletics
Connor McConnell (BBA’21) on entrepreneurship and helping youth
Mike Corey on facing your fears to go far
“Our body is an amazing tool. We have a superpower which is adaptability. Our body will adapt to where we are and what we do. We need to use that beautiful tool more”
Meet Johanna Rommens, the Canadian geneticist who isolated the cystic fibrosis gene
Dr. Johanna Rommens (BSc'80, PhD'86) on groundbreaking health research throughout her storied career
Skill stacking helped Sean Falconer build a successful career in tech
The successful tech and marketing executive in San Francisco shares his secret to success.
Solving the puzzles behind AI-driven clean energy
Why Reuben Peter-Paul is captivated by programming at STEM Inc., a global leading company in AI-driven clean energy solutions.
Supporting housing in communities that need it most
Cathering Pak, senior specialist with CMHC shares her work on the housing portfolio in northern Canada
Ambassador Sam Hinds optimistic and concerned for the future
The Guyanese Ambassador to the U.S. and former prime minister and president of Guyana shares his insights on our global future.
Lea Nicholas-MacKenzie on championing Indigenous human rights
“Advocating for Indigenous Rights with Indigenous Peoples instead of for Indigenous Peoples is important work”
Training a generation of nurses by bringing clinical experience to the classroom
Debbi Amirault shares how her experience enhanced classroom learning
Luke DeWitt loves providing the joy of entertainment
The director of web services for REDspace shares his experiences working for big name entertainment industry clients.
Mark Leger on the future of local journalism and its importance in building communities
“We need to continue to have an optimistic spirit as we innovate new solutions for local journalism.”
Preserving the past and making connections on the Miramichi
Christine Jean becomes director of the New Brunswick Woodsman's Museum.
Balarama Holness on education, politics and confronting systemic racism
“Racism creates oppression, but it also creates mystic-like fiery rebels and revolutionaries with the ability to transform evil into optimism, change and humanity.”
A leader in supply chain contributes to community growth in New Brunswick's Port City
Director of Supply Chain Innovation for the Port of Saint John, Shannon Blanchard shares her love for the community.
From experiential learning at UNB to San Francisco startup success
The co-founder of Onfleet shares the ups and downs of tech startups and living in San Francisco.
The mindset shift needed for an inclusive community
Sarah Wagner shares recent wins and how we need to move forward to be more inclusive.
Graham Nickerson forged a second career uncovering and retelling history in Atlantic Canada
Sharing the untold Black history in the Maritimes
A community forest of the past and future
Chris is director of forestry for Mission Municipal Forest, a community-managed forest that was the first of its kind in Canada
From Bay Street to Bermuda for SIF alum Sean McNulty
The skills needed to succeed in a highly competitive industry.
John Leroux on why architecture and art are so important in attracting and inspiring people
“You can’t say you love a place and build cheaply or not care about its history or environment or landscape or culture. If we truly love a place, we have to act like it.”
Krista Jones on the future of work and how Canada can be competitive globally
“Intelligent work is the intersection between people, process and technology."
New grad Niomi Monteiro continues employment after co-op experiential learning
"I'm very thankful for the opportunity I got through UNB's co-op program to get to this point in my life."
Lynette DuJohn brings digital twin project to life at Vancouver International Airport
The CIO at Vancouver International Airport on the innovative first for the airport industry.
Mary Goggin is driving digital innovation in New Brunswick
Why the co-founder of Accreon Inc. believes NB is a digital powerhouse.
Donald Savoie on the centralization of power in Western governments, lack of public trust in our leaders, and what government IS good at
“We’ve added layers upon layers of bureaucracy.”
Laura Clendenning is helping people fall in love with health and fitness
Laura Clendenning (BScKin'12) shares how she founded Sweat Club and the expansions to date
Driving innovation to its fullest potential
Sam Poirier (BScME'19, M-TME'19) on disrupting the automotive industry with AI
Terry Malley turned a unique product into a global manufacturing success
The story and success behind Malley Industries - and its global growth.
Scott Mehan chose to remain on Saint John campus to support students
"It was eye opening to see the things I wished I'd known as a student, and I like to share this knowledge now as a staff member."
Convoy baptism by fire for executive director of Ottawa’s ByWard Market
Kalin McCluskey shares how Ottawa's ByWard Market survived the pandemic and "freedom convoy"
Ethan Tucker follows in his parent's footsteps
Following in the family's footsteps.
Emilie Chiasson on creating human-centred designs and solving big challenges through collective action and gender equality
“As the world increasingly navigates complex conflicts, the solutions we implement need to be equally complex”
Subramonian Shankar inducted into Engineering Wall of Fame
The Chairman of the Board of American Megatrends Inc. on his humble beginnings at UNB and his career success
Cable communications pioneer Bill Stanley became known for the "Stanley Formula"
How the co-founder of Fundy Cable became a pioneer in the industry
Pioneering computer science at UNB: the Wasson family bridges technology, business and learning
The incredible stories of the Wasson family computer scientists and their work in Canada and Europe
Dawn MacIsaac’s roundabout path to software engineering
Why UNB's software innovation program is the first of its kind.
Mike Wahl launches wellness and lifestyle show on NTV
How an evidence-based, holistic approach to wellness had led to success.
Sunil Pathak returns to UNB to help students succeed
The path of an international student to employee at UNB.
Bringing the Memorial Cup to Saint John
"This was a once-in-a-lifetime chance to be involved in bringing this event to Saint John."
Julia Wright on finding your path through trial and error, and journalism in challenging times
“Failure is not the opposite of success – it's part of success.”
Cormac Stewart combined degrees to bring ideas to life
How the Dinnerbell app is disrupting the service industry
Shyla O’Donnell is optimistic about Indigenous rights and culture and a sustainable future for Canadians
The impact of helping to create and lead The Wolastoqey Nation in New Brunswick
Tackling communicable disease control
Edith-Rose Cairns (BN'09) on the big challenge of working in the field of communicable disease
Maria Sharpe is helping to improve the culture of wildland fire in Canada
Insights from the Fire Science Manager with the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre in Alberta
Janet Lin is transforming retail and financial services technology
The innovator behind PC Optimum points and PC Mastercard.
Marcel LeBrun is building a community
As the founder and driving force behind the 12 Neighbours Community project, Marcel is a living testament to the power of one
Caitlin Doyle is supporting chronic health in the community
The programs offered by UNB's Recreation Services' Clinical Exercise Physiologist
UNB alum building a bridge to Asia for New Brunswick company
The international export strategist at Corey Nutrition on growing business from NB.
From first co-op student to growing business development in New Brunswick
Erica Ward shares her career lessons.
Chris Ryan on integrating a model of community centered education in the NB public school system
Chris Ryan (BPhil’05, MEd’18) on the Research Partnerships for Education and Community Engagement (R-PEACE) Group's focus on community engaged education
Driving road safety in Costa Rica
How Javier Zamora-Rojas has improved road safety in his home country of Costa Rica.
Weiqi Zhang on deep learning at Amazon
The technology behind Amazon search - and the UNBer helping to develop it
Ryan Bennett provides healthcare to New Brunswickers as Physician Assistant
Ryan Bennett (BSc'08) on fulfilling his dream in the emergency department at the Dr. Everett Chalmers Regional Hospital in Fredericton
Asif Hasan on the entrepreneurship ecosystem, and the role of businesses and individuals in building a diverse, flourishing community
“Don’t let fear take you over. It’s ok to be vulnerable.”
Matt Anderson and Chris Simpson on leading healthcare in a pandemic and adapting to change
The health human resources problem and burnout of healthcare workers, and so much more
From China to British Columbia, Brandon Zhan paves his way to becoming retail franchisee
Brandon Zhan (BBA'06) on his journey from China to New Brunswick to British Columbia
From exercise science to habit-forming tech, Darren Steeves is committed to helping people
Darren Steeves (BEd’94), CEO of JackHabbit, uses technology to arm people for growth
Eric Cook on Industry 4.0 and automation
“Innovation is the conversion of ideas into money not to be confused with invention, which is the conversion of money into ideas. Discoveries remain invention until there is economic or social value achieved for them to become innovation.”
James Stewart protects companies from artificial intelligence hackers as CEO of Saint John startup, TrojAI
James Stewart (BScDA’97, MCS’99, PhD’17) on his mission to protect artificial intelligence from malicious attackers
A wonderful start for The Wonder-Full Box
UNB nursing student Loren Flood-Waugh and alum Mary Frances Boyle (BAM'15, BBA'18) are making waves with their gift box concept
Jennifer Flannagan is transforming lives through STEM education
How the CEO of Actua is transforming Canada into a global leader in STEM education
Krista Carr is leading a movement for inclusion
How the CEO of Inclusion Canada is working toward an inclusive nation.
Li Song is being the change she wants to see
How this international student graduate has become a force driving diversity and inclusion in New Brunswick.
Brent Staeben is Fredericton’s impresario
How the founding force behind the renowned Harvest Music Festival grew the event to become a cultural beacon
Orthopaedic surgeon Brendan Sheehan gets people back doing what they love
Dr. Brendan Sheehan (BSc’05), is driven to help to restore a patient’s function so they can get back to doing the activities they love
Natalie Weigum on the challenges of climate change as a specialist at the World Bank
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Michaela D’Intino on building a strong local supply chain and leading at a young age
"The supply chain got crazy when COVID-19 took over the world."
Alum and former co-op student comes full circle
Find out why Mike Harrington (BScSwE’15) hires UNB co-op students at Populus Plus when he needs help on big projects.
Jason Goldlist on Wealthsimple, Venue and an unusual path to tech entrepreneurship
"That Superbowl ad really helped Wealthsimple burst onto the scene"
Moving things forward for vulnerable populations
Dr. Tracey Rickards (BN'86, MN'05) is a researcher and changemaker working on the Healthy Seniors pilot project
Breaking down barriers
Victoria LaBillois (BA’91, MBA’04) on being a female entrepreneur in a male-dominated field and Indigenous businesses as a critical part of our economy
Q+A: Jennifer Splane creates her path as a nurse practitioner and healthcare researcher
"I feel fortunate that my studies have been able to continue with very few adjustments thanks to the faculty and staff at UNB"
Passion and intensity have fuelled Jody Glidden’s exciting career path in tech startups
Jody Glidden (BBA’06) on the path to founding Introhive
Returning to New Brunswick to propel entrepreneurs to great heights
Kathryn Lockhart (BPHIL ’04) on her global experience and coming home to lead Propel ICT
From hardware to software: proof that skills are transferable
Lan Liu (MScEE’03) on turning property assessment data into high-level recommendations to senior government officials and stakeholders.
A flavourful journey for Christina Jeffrey
Christina Jeffrey (BBA’96) shares the entrepreneurial journey of running a successful bakery
Jason Goldlist took the road less travelled to tech success
From Wealthsimple to Venue to co-founding TechTO, Jason describes his process for finding the right path
Curtis Kennedy jumped from UNB to Dragon’s Den and beyond
Curtis Kennedy (BScME, DTME) on building Vertiball, securing funding and what's next.
Materials engineer goes digital
Donna Dykeman (BScME’99, MScME’01) is taking the U.K. by storm leading a team exploring materials informatics
An unexpected career path for a mechanical engineering alumnus
Malcolm Nwokotubo (BScME’16, DTME’16) on transferring engineering skills to data solutions in banking
UNB PhD candidate helps develop Black history resource for New Brunswick teachers
Alicia Noreiga-Mundaroy (BEd’11, MEd’16) on her research and why it matters so much in New Brunswick
Innovating the restaurant of the future
Janice MacPherson (BBA’92), co-founder and owner of Pomodori Pizzeria, shares her journey to entrepreneurship
The fast-paced world of transportation cyber security
Mike Vanderveer (BScCMPE’02) on the rapidly changing tech behind the steering wheel
Ian Storey: official rink engineering consultant of the NHL
Ian Storey (BScME’96) on becomiong an entrepreneur and working in every NHL rink in North America.
The future of surgical robotics is here
Jason Currie (MScME'15) on the cool things he does as a senior robotics and controls engineer with Ethicon, part of Johnson & Johnson's medical devices companies
Putting science research to practical use
David Miller (BSc’75, MSc’78, PhD’81) tells how his research has influenced public policy and had positive outcomes on the health of people and the planet
Gary Bao is a pioneer in occupational health informatics
Gary Bao's (BScCS'19) algorithm has greatly accelerated coding medical records and helped link to many sources of open government information that are not being fully leveraged
Engineering alum Bill Cooper celebrated for accomplishments in construction and community
UNB engineering alum Bill Cooper named to Engineering Wall of Fame.
James Gitau spent a lifetime in service to vulnerable children
James Gitau spent a lifetime in service to vulnerable children.
Eugene Lewis' amazing stories of humanitarianism around the globe
Eugene Lewis (BScEE’64) is an engineer, a professor and an entrepreneur - but most of all, he's a humanitarian
Michael Wu is hailed for his successes on the UNB Engineering Wall of Fame
Michael Wu (BScEng'64, LLD'89), one of the most successful bankers in China, on the importance of education
Keith Brideau is transforming a city
Keith Brideau (BScEng'03) on how he formed Historica and is restoring buildings in uptown Saint John
Returning home was a step forward for research and innovation expert Anna Robak
Anna Robak returned to Fredericton from a global career to lead WSP Canada's research and innovation portfolio.
Asif Hasan makes an impact - on sustainability and community
Asif Hasan gives back in many ways - both in New Brunswick and in Bangladesh.
From classroom to Wall of Fame: Denise LaForge shares five lessons learned
Energy and finance entrepreneur Denise LaForge (BScME’88) shares her journey to success.
Making french fries available around the world
Hannah Sutherland (BScEng'10) on managing multi-million dollar projects around the world for food giant McCain Foods.
Pushing boundaries drove Eva Choi to entrepreneurship
Eva Choi (BScGE’03) and Dallas Southcott (BA’95) on their pivot to create The Chocolate Lab Inc. in Calgary
Problem solving led Ian Naish to an exciting high-profile career in transportation
Ian Naish (MEng’71) shares insights from a big-responsibility career as former director at the Transportation Safety Board of Canada
Emera's Chris Huskilson named to UNB Engineering Wall of Fame
Emera CEO Chris Huskilson receives nod from alma mater, the University of New Brunswick.
Why this future of work thought leader says AI will enhance human work, not eradicate it
Krista Jones from MaRS Discovery District shares her insights.
UNB in Washington
Canadian Ambassador and UNB alum, David MacNaughton (BA'71), shares his thoughts on diplomacy, free trade and the value of higher education
Employing entrepreneurial thinking at one of the world's tech giants
Engineering alum Kevin McCracken says entrepreneurial thinking is valuable in corporate culture.
An innovative Chicago startup with roots at UNB
Coapt CEO and co-founder Blair Lock (BScEE’03, MScEE’05) is revolutonizing control technology for advanced prosthetic arms
Returning to New Brunswick to operate on the world stage in nuclear energy
Carolyn Campbell (BScCHE’04) on her role of environmental specialist at Point Lepreau.
The world is not so big for energy engineer Michael Stairs
Adapting and learning is key to success for global energy engineer and UNB alum, Michael Stairs.
Generating sustainable agriculture that won't harm the planet
How Kimberley Clarke (PhD’15) is using her chemical engineering training in the BioAg division of Novozymes to change the world
From collision prediction to revenue analytics
How Jeremy Adamson (BScCE’10, MEng’13) is using a multidisciplinary skillset to implement innovative solutions across industries
Kate Whitfield is changing the face of cities across Canada
Kate Whitfield is an urban planner who's looking toward the future.
Changing the face of equine reproduction
TME grad Lisa Pfister (BSCEng'16, MTME'17) is vying a piece of the $20 billion Canadian equine industry
Desh Deshpande honoured for a career as entrepreneur, investor and global philanthropist
Desh Deshpande (MScEng'75), a leading entrepreneur in the field of optical networking technology, has given back to support innovation, entrepreneurship and social enterprise
Allison McCain hails from generations of ambition, hard work and ingenuity
Allison McCain (BScEE'72, DSc'07), Chairman of the Board of McCain Foods Limited, and his committment to innovation, New Brunswick and UNB
Entrepreneur and visionary Joe Ng receives honorary doctorate from UNB
The story of the man behind the multi-continent, multi-industry JNE Group of Companies
