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UNB and Keyano College launch new 2+2 Pathway for Environmental Studies
UNB Newsroom
Posted: December 4, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton, Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick and Keyano College in Fort McMurray, Alta., have partnered to create a new 2+2 Pathway that offers Keyano students an exciting opportunity to advance their education and careers in environmental science and resource management. Graduates of Keyano’s two-year environmental technology program, in both co-op and non-co-op streams, can now transfer to UNB and...
Read the full postUNB researchers working to help women survive intimate partner violence
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: December 2, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton, Research
Researchers at UNB studied how women in rural communities experience intimate partner violence. Their findings highlight how challenges like isolation, limited services and close-knit communities increase risk—and offer recommendations to improve safety. In Canada, a woman is killed by her male partner, on average, once a week. Two researchers affiliated with UNB’s Muriel McQueen...
Read the full postHealthy Aging Policy Innovation Lab releases first provincial study on Meals on Wheels program
UNB Newsroom
Posted: December 1, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
The Healthy Aging Policy Innovation Lab (HAPIL) at the University of New Brunswick, led by Dr. Catherine Bigonnesse, the Canada Research Chair in Healthy Aging and an associate professor in political science, has released its first report examining how the community-based meal program Meals on Wheels contributes to healthy aging in New Brunswick. Launched in 2022 with funding from the...
Read the full postUNB magnetic materials research will drive Canadian EVs forward
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: December 1, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Research, UNB Fredericton
Supported by new funding from Natural Resources Canada, researchers at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) are developing new ways of creating the magnetic materials that will make electric vehicles more efficient and sustainable. “We are proud to support innovative research from Atlantic Canadians that will make EVs more affordable and efficient. It’s time to build more...
Read the full postAccelerated nursing program transforms education with simulation labs and virtual reality
Tim Jaques
Posted: November 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
National awards and a milestone anniversary highlight how UNB’s Moncton site is a leader in modern nursing education across Canada. When Michael Hart left the Canadian Armed Forces, he didn’t picture himself in a virtual reality headset diagnosing pneumonia. Yet that’s where the former soldier found himself after enrolling in the University of New Brunswick’s...
Read the full postBudworm days of summer: What climate warming means for one of forestry's smallest foes
Maddie M. Sheppard
Posted: November 27, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
Tiny. Voracious. Cute (depending on who you ask). The eastern spruce budworm is one of Canada’s most prominent foes to the timber industry, and Quebec’s north shore is 19 years into an indeterminate contract. Taking up residence on some of eastern Canada’s keystone species, such as balsam fir and white spruce, this little critter has inflicted moderate – severe...
Read the full postUNB's McKenna Institute announces cybersecurity training program for Indigenous talent in partnership with JEDI, Thales
UNB Newsroom
Posted: November 27, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
The McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick, the Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) and Thales announced today the first cohort’s completion of a new 12-week program that is helping Indigenous people in New Brunswick move from foundational IT training into in-demand cybersecurity careers. “The future of New Brunswick’s digital economy must be built by...
Read the full postUNB and NB Power announce strategic partnership to drive research, innovation and experiential learning opportunities for students
UNB Newsroom
Posted: November 26, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick and NB Power are proud to announce a strategic partnership supporting energy innovation, research and workforce development in New Brunswick. This partnership model is designed to deliver shared value for both organizations while fostering regular engagement that makes it easy to identify and act on new opportunities. This multifaceted partnership builds on...
Read the full postUNB student launches study app aimed at building connections
Tife Aribisala
Posted: November 25, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John
From a spark of inspiration to a spinning wheel of connections, UNB third-year computer science student Owen Yesuf's app Buddy Sync is helping students find study partners faster and easier than ever. Owen Yesuf has always wanted to make an impact. Earlier this year, the University of New Brunswick computer science student attended an entrepreneurship conference that spun out a big idea. Less...
Read the full postFrom uncertainty to understanding: My path to FOREM
Haley Magee
Posted: November 21, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
I’m Haley, a Master of Science in Forestry student at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). Today, I’m very confident that I have found the right path for me – but that wasn’t always the case. Here is how my academic journey has unfolded, from uncertainty to clarity. High school uncertainty Throughout high school, I always felt uncertain about what I wanted to do after...
Read the full postUNB student-led pilot project helping rural communities build digital literacy
Kayla Cormier
Posted: November 21, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
As part of Global Entrepreneurship Week, we’re highlighting a student-powered pilot helping rural New Brunswickers master digital skills—laying the foundation for thriving businesses and stronger communities while offering experiential learning for students. In a province with an aging population and where connectivity can be sparse, the Crabtree Rural Digitalization Project is...
Read the full postUNB one of three universities on Canada’s Top 100 Employers list for 2026
Kayla Cormier
Posted: November 18, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
At the University of New Brunswick, people have always been at the heart of the story. This year, that story includes a national accolade: UNB has once again been named one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers by the Globe & Mail—and is one of only three Canadian universities to earn the distinction in 2026. It’s an achievement that speaks to more than policies or programs. It...
Read the full postCelebrating Global Entrepreneurship Week: How UNB empowers innovators from idea to impact
Kayla Cormier
Posted: November 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
Global Entrepreneurship Week is a worldwide celebration of innovators and job creators who launch startups, drive economic growth and improve lives. From world-class programs to mentorship and resources, the University of New Brunswick supports students, researchers, alumni and entrepreneurs in bringing their ideas to life and transforming their businesses into thriving ventures. UNB’s...
Read the full postUNB undergraduate duo a winning pair at Atlantic mathematics competition
Kayla Cormier
Posted: November 13, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton, Faculty of Science
UNB students Irina Xie and James Petersen claimed first place at the annual math problem-solving competition held by Science Atlantic, showcasing creativity and teamwork on a regional stage. Two University of New Brunswick undergraduates have claimed first place at the 2025 Mathematics Competition, held in October at the Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science Conference in Cape...
Read the full postUNB researcher explores human-in-the-loop autonomous truck technology to solve labour gaps in New Brunswick's forestry sector
Tim Jaques
Posted: November 12, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
Sensor-driven autonomous vehicles adjust in real time to terrain, wildlife and weather, with the potential to transform forestry, agriculture and oil logistics. Picture this: A platoon of logging trucks makes its way through remote forest roads, each responding independently to the environment. A drone buzzes overhead, feeding information to the vehicles. Here’s the thing: only the lead...
Read the full postMcKenna Institute and ContactNB launch collaborative initiative to empower workers and advance AI adoption in New Brunswick's contact centre industry
UNB Newsroom
Posted: November 10, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
The McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick, in collaboration with ContactNB and a network of provincial and federal partners, is launching a new initiative to accelerate artificial intelligence (AI) adoption and workforce readiness across New Brunswick’s contact centre sector. The AI Adoption in Contact Centres project equips organizations and employees with the skills,...
Read the full postUNB's faculty of nursing sets the standard, winning two national simulation leadership awards
Kayla Cormier
Posted: November 6, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
The faculty has earned national recognition for its leadership in simulation-based education, receiving top honours from Simulation Canada. Its innovative work is shaping the future of nursing education and patient care across Canada. The University of New Brunswick’s faculty of nursing and teaching professor Renée Gordon have been recognized with top honours at the 2025 SIM Expo,...
Read the full postDispatches from the ice: A UNB scientist's month onboard research icebreaker CCGS Amundsen
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: October 31, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, Faculty of Science, UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
Earlier this month, UNB associate professor of earth sciences Dr. Audrey Limoges shared with us her first day aboard CCGS Amundsen, as she embarked on a month-long science expedition with the ship’s crew and scientists from across Canada. Want to know what happened after that first polar bear encounter? Here, Limoges shares some highlights from the expedition, including successfully...
Read the full postResearchers make first-ever discovery of sub-Arctic seafloor seasonal movements
UNB Newsroom
Posted: October 30, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, Press Releases, Faculty of Science
A team of Canadian researchers has uncovered a surprising seasonal rhythm beneath the icy waters of the sub-Arctic, revealing that the seafloor may not be as static as we think. In a recently published paper, researchers from Natural Resources Canada, the University of New Brunswick, Dalhousie University, Queen’s University, Memorial University and the Nunatsiavut Government found that...
Read the full postThe hidden tunnels of UNB
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: October 30, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
Under both UNB campuses lie networks of subterranean tunnels that are home to eerie and unexplainable sounds, and the occasional campus legend. They are also strictly off-limits to students, and for good reason. As Canada’s oldest English-language university, the University of New Brunswick has its fair share of supposed haunted buildings and creepy stories. Campus lore has it that a...
Read the full postFrom refinery waste to useful materials and green fuel: New research could revolutionize the global aluminum industry
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: October 27, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, Faculty of Science, UNB Saint John
New research by UNB chemistry professor Dr. Barry Blight could revolutionize how we deal with aluminum refining waste, aluminum recycling and even fuelling our world—reducing how much material ends up in landfills and making our future more sustainable. New research out of the University of New Brunswick may make aluminum smelting more efficient and sustainable—while also creating...
Read the full postFrom construction to corporate accounting: UNB grad builds a life at home
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: October 24, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John
UNB Saint John business graduand Dylan Getchell wasn’t sure if university was for him. Now, he’s passionate about building a career in accounting aimed at helping small- and medium-sized Atlantic Canadian businesses thrive. When Dylan Getchell walks across the stage at the University of New Brunswick’s Saint John fall convocation ceremony, he will become the first in his...
Read the full postUNB's new MBA in supply chain management delivers its first graduate
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: October 24, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John
For industrial engineer Jean Camino, the launch of UNB’s new MBA in supply chain management was perfectly timed, opening the door to opportunities in Canada’s quickly growing logistics industry. As experts in supply chain management know, it’s all about timing: getting the right product to the right place at the right time. For the first graduate of the University of New...
Read the full postFinding her way: A graduate's journey of friendship, resilience and purpose
Kathleen McLaughlin
Posted: October 23, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Every twist and turn in UNB graduate Mansi Kumar’s academic journey helped her discover her true calling in helping others. For Mansi Kumar, an international student from Kenya with Indian heritage, beginning her journey at the University of New Brunswick was anything but linear. Arriving in Fredericton in the heart of winter, mid-academic year, after completing two years of university...
Read the full postTurning dreams into reality: UNB grad’s new venture enhances sleep quality
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: October 22, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
UNB graduate Alexander Tree turned a lifelong struggle with restless sleep into DeepREM, a startup born from the university’s MTME program that uses audio technology to enhance sleep. Being surrounded by innovators inspired master of technology management and entrepreneurship (MTME) graduate, Alexander Tree (BEng 21), to create something of his own. It was through hands-on co-op...
Read the full postUNB unveils new graduate fellowship in history
UNB Newsroom
Posted: October 22, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Windsor Fellow Kelsey James The University of New Brunswick and philanthropist Loretta Windsor are pleased to announce the launch of a new graduate award. The Ken Windsor Graduate Fellowship in History will be awarded to a student pursuing graduate studies in history on UNB’s Fredericton campus. The fellowship has been made possible through a gift of $500,000 from Loretta Windsor, Ken...
Read the full postUNB law marks 50 years of Viscount Bennett lectures with global trade expert
Tim Jaques
Posted: October 21, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
International law expert Valerie Hughes will deliver the 46th Viscount Bennett Memorial Lecture on the topic of Canada-U.S. trade relations on Wednesday, Oct. 22 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Mary Louise Lynch Room at UNB law. Fifty years ago, UNB law established a tradition of legal excellence with the first lecture in the Viscount Bennett Memorial Lecture Series. Born at Hopewell Cape, Richard...
Read the full postKathryn Lockhart named executive director of UNB’s McKenna Institute
UNB Newsroom
Posted: October 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Propel CEO and UNB alum to lead next chapter in digital transformation for New Brunswick The University of New Brunswick is pleased to announce that Kathryn Lockhart will join UNB as the new executive director of the McKenna Institute, effective Nov. 10. Lockhart brings a wealth of experience in scaling early-stage technology companies and, through this work, has helped grow the regional...
Read the full postUNB Announces Arthur and Sandra Irving Primrose Scholarship recipients for 2025-26
UNB Newsroom
Posted: October 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick is proud to announce the 2025 recipients of the Arthur and Sandra Irving Primrose Scholarship at UNB Saint John. This year’s recipients are Gabrielle Barrieau and Jacob Fyffe. Valued at $40,000 over four years, the Arthur and Sandra Irving Primrose Scholarship recognizes outstanding students for their academic achievement, community involvement and...
Read the full postLeadership update from Janet Hoyt, Chair of the UNB Board of Governors
UNB Newsroom
Posted: October 16, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Announcements, UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
The following message was sent to UNB faculty, staff, and students on Oct. 16, 2025, from UNB’s Board Chair, Janet Hoyt: To the UNB Community, I am writing with important news about a transition in our university’s leadership. After seven years of significant accomplishments for our community, President Paul J. Mazerolle has informed the Board of Governors of his decision to step...
Read the full postUNB to celebrate students and faculty at 2025 Fall Convocation
UNB Newsroom
Posted: October 16, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick will honour students and distinguished faculty during the 2025 Fall Convocation ceremonies from Oct. 23-24. UNB will celebrate the achievements of 620 graduates from across Canada and around the world. This includes 317 students receiving their bachelor’s degrees, 280 earning master’s degrees and 23 achieving the highest level of academic...
Read the full postA day in the life of Ricardo Ehrler: From Honduras to Fredericton, building a greener future
Olusegun Ogunseye
Posted: October 9, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
Meet Ricardo Ehrler, a passionate environmental engineer from Honduras and current student in the Master of Environmental Management (MEM) program at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). His journey to Fredericton is rooted in a lifelong love for nature, inspired by his father’s farming and agricultural practices back home. After three years working in the private sector, Ricardo knew...
Read the full postDataNB: Ten years in, the name may be new, but this institute's data research expertise is well-established
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: October 9, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, Research, UNB Saint John
Ten years of data-driven research culminate in a milestone anniversary—and a new identity—for a UNB research institute. In this story, we look at how they got to this moment, and what comes next for this team. More than a decade ago, visionary minds came together to address some of the challenges of public data science in New Brunswick: How can we use data to inform best practices...
Read the full postOpinion Piece: Building Canada’s infrastructure for resilience and sustainable development
UNB Newsroom
Posted: October 9, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB in the News
Penned by Dr. Jeff Rankin, this op-ed in the Hill Times looks at infrastructure not only as concrete, steel and wood, but also as people, places and possibilities. Read more at The Hill Times.
Read the full postUNB researcher is turning lived experience into policy recommendations to prevent homelessness in N.B.
Kayla Cormier
Posted: October 8, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, UNB Saint John
A project led by UNB researcher Dr. Julia Woodhall-Melnik is uncovering how New Brunswickers survive years of housing unaffordability, and co-designing solutions with those living it. At UNB, research isn’t just about data—it’s about people. That ethos is at the core of a new project led by Dr. Julia Woodhall-Melnik, associate professor of sociology and Canada Research Chair...
Read the full postUNB researcher embarks on an arctic cruise to do some of the coolest (and coldest) science you'll ever see
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: October 7, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, Faculty of Science, Research, UNB Saint John
Dr. Audrey Limoges, associate professor of earth sciences at the University of New Brunswick, is no stranger to the call, or the chill, of the arctic. For the past decade, Limoges’s research has taken her to the waters of the Arctic Ocean, where she works to understand how microscopic life has responded to changing climates over timescales ranging from a single season to multiple...
Read the full postIBME at 60: From early wheelchair hacks to AI-driven care
Tim Jaques
Posted: October 6, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
As part of Research Celebration Week, the Institute of Biomedical Engineering will celebrate its 60th anniversary by showcasing research that combines engineering, healthcare and artificial intelligence at an open house on Oct. 7 from 10 a.m. to noon, at RN Scott Hall, 25 Dineen Drive in Fredericton. When a Fredericton rehabilitation centre turned to UNB for help, nobody imagined the request...
Read the full postUNB law orientation highlights reconciliation and equity in legal practice
Tim Jaques
Posted: October 4, 2025 8:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Wabanaki Elders and an equity advocate led sessions for first-year law students that encouraged reflection on history, privilege and cultural knowledge, offering a transformative start to their legal education and a broader view of justice. At the University of New Brunswick (UNB), the path to becoming a lawyer now begins with honouring Indigenous traditions and confronting unconscious...
Read the full postUNB and CUPE sign collective agreement
UNB Newsroom
Posted: October 3, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) - Local 3339 are pleased to announce they have signed a five-year Collective Agreement. Both parties were pleased to be able to reach a mutually beneficial settlement. Certified as a bargaining unit in 1989, CUPE Local 3339 represents approximately 55 support staff employees on the Saint John campus performing...
Read the full postUNB professor emeritus recognized for work recording Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey language
Kayla Cormier
Posted: October 3, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
What began as a collection of Peskotomuhkati-Wolastoqey (Passamaquoddy-Maliseet) words on index cards in the early 1970s is now a comprehensive and ever-growing language portal developed in part by retired UNB faculty member, professor emeritus Robert Leavitt. When Robert Leavitt, professor emeritus and retired faculty member at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), first began working with...
Read the full postAsk a grad: Fern da Silva – cultivating a career in forestry and beyond
Faculty of Forestry & Environmental Management
Posted: October 2, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
From Montreal to Fredericton, from the classroom to the forest floor, and eventually into leadership and consulting, Fern da Silva’s journey as a UNB Forestry alumnus is a story of resilience, curiosity, and lifelong learning. Graduating in 1981 with a B.Sc. in Forestry – Resource Management from the Faculty of Forestry and Environmental Management (ForEM), Fern has built a dynamic...
Read the full postForestry at UNB: A century on, deep roots and new growth come together so that innovation, opportunity and sustainability can blossom
Kayla Cormier
Posted: October 2, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
In the forest of Canadian academic units, UNB’s faculty of forestry and environmental management (ForEM) would be among the “old growth” trees, with over a hundred rings to show its age. While the program has grown deep roots since its first graduating class in 1910, it is far from unchanging, and it continues growing out in new directions, shifting, adapting and thriving in...
Read the full postHow Canadian leadership is shaping the next era of cybersecurity
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: October 2, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB in the News
As cyber threats grow in scale and complexity, Canada is stepping up as a leader in cybersecurity. In this compelling article, discover how Canadian researchers, government and industry partners, led by the Canadian Institute for Cybersecurity at UNB, are looking to safeguard critical infrastructure and personal data. From multimillion-dollar investments to AI solutions, this piece explores...
Read the full postAcadian Timber invests $2.5 million in UNB's digital forestry future
Kayla Cormier
Posted: October 1, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Announcements
The University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) faculty of forestry and environmental management is poised to lead the next generation of sustainable forest management, with the help of a transformative $2.5 million investment from Acadian Timber Corp. and its largest shareholder, Macer Forest Holdings Inc. The investment is being made as part of the McKenna Institute’s support of the...
Read the full postUNB opens Wabanaki Healing Garden on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: September 30, 2025 8:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
The University of New Brunswick is marking the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation with commemorative ceremonies on both campuses, including the official opening of the Wabanaki Eight Point Star Healing Garden in Fredericton. Sept. 30 honours the Survivors of Indian Residential Schools and commemorates the children who never returned home. This year also marks the 10th anniversary of the...
Read the full postHow will New Brunswick’s trees adapt to climate change?
UNB Newsroom
Posted: September 29, 2025 2:30:00 PM ADT
Category: UNB in the News
To predict how New Brunswick’s trees will handle a warming climate, researchers are planting them in warmer regions, as far south as North Carolina. By observing how the trees adapt, they hope to forecast their future back home. Read more about this at the CBC.
Read the full postStudents at the University of New Brunswick receive Canada’s largest Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) scholarship
UNB Newsroom
Posted: September 26, 2025 11:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Universities announce their 2025 Schulich Leaders, winning $120,000 or $100,000 scholarships for undergraduate study. Two students have been named The University of New Brunswick’s recipients of the prestigious Schulich Leader Scholarship. Out of a pool of 350,000 potential candidates across Canada, more than 1,400 students were nominated, of which 100 received this celebrated...
Read the full postWhere do they go? The missing salmon of the Bay of Fundy
Natalie Dupont
Posted: September 25, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
The Bay of Fundy is a rich and productive marine ecosystem. Known for its massive tides, these same tides mix the water column, bringing up important nutrients and cooling down the upper water layers. Since time immemorial, Atlantic salmon from rivers in the Inner Bay of Fundy would remain in the Bay to take advantage of this productive habitat. While most salmon would migrate thousands of...
Read the full postAcadian Timber Corp. invests in UNB's ForEM and McKenna Institute to advance digital forestry
UNB Newsroom
Posted: September 22, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Efforts by the University of New Brunswick (UNB) Faculty of Forestry and Environmental Management (ForEM) to advance digital forestry education will receive a big boost thanks to a $2.5 million investment from Acadian Timber Corp. and its largest shareholder, Macer Forest Holdings Inc. The investment is being made as part of the McKenna Institute’s drive in support of the digital...
Read the full postUNB's McKenna Institute announces innovative learning program for K-12 students and communities
UNB Newsroom
Posted: September 22, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) today announced the development of a new collaborative province-wide initiative designed to reimagine non instructional days as high-impact digital learning opportunities for students, families and educators. With a focus on digital literacy and digital programming, this program will provide engaging workshops and activities in...
Read the full postShaping the Debate: Exploring N.B.'s challenges and advantages in the AI era
Tim Jaques
Posted: September 19, 2025 4:00:00 PM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Can New Brunswick punch above its weight in the knowledge industry, particularly in the increasingly important area of artificial intelligence (AI)? Three panels of experts gathered on the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Fredericton campus on Sept. 15 and 16 to examine how robotics, artificial intelligence and machine learning are changing the world. The latest installment in...
Read the full postCelebrating more than 60 years of excellence on the UNB Saint John campus
Kayla Cormier
Posted: September 19, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John
As we welcome alumni back to the Saint John campus for Alumni Weekend 2025, we’re reminded of the incredible journey that brought us here. From humble beginnings in church basements and borrowed classrooms to the vibrant Tucker Park campus we know today, UNB Saint John has been shaped by the pioneering spirit of its faculty, staff, students and the broader community. In honour of more...
Read the full postA day in the life of Mary Ina Boakye Yiadom: Climate education in action
Faculty of Forestry & Environmental Management
Posted: September 18, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
When you meet Mary Ina Boakye Yiadom, you’re immediately struck by her warmth, conviction, and clear passion for the environment. Originally from Ghana, West Africa, Mary has always believed that we can use the earth’s resources responsibly while safeguarding them for future generations. With a Bachelor’s in Environment and Resource Studies from the University for Development...
Read the full postPascal Siakam honoured at UNB: NBA star champions education, youth empowerment and scholarships for computer science students
UNB Communications
Posted: September 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
What a day! NBA star and philanthropist Pascal Siakam swept through the area on Sept. 3 on his way to collect an honorary doctor of letters at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Fredericton campus. UNB recognized Siakam’s outstanding achievements on and off the court. His PS43 Foundation, in partnership with the McKenna Institute, has established scholarships at UNB of up to...
Read the full postUNB OCRC secures $2.5 million to scale off-site construction research
UNB Newsroom
Posted: September 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Off-site Construction Research Centre (OCRC) is entering a new chapter of growth. With an investment of $2.5 million from OSCO Construction Group—a long-standing partner committed to advancing innovative and sustainable construction in the region—the Centre will continue to grow and enhance their research capacity in off-site...
Read the full postBuilding community through the arts: New UNB course reconnects with the Lorenzo Society's legacy on its 50th anniversary
Kayla Cormier
Posted: September 16, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John
A new experiential learning course on the Saint John campus invites students to explore the power of arts and community through the lens of the Lorenzo Society—now celebrating 50 years of cultural impact. This fall, students at UNB’s Saint John campus will have the opportunity to explore what it means to build and sustain artistic community—both in theory and in...
Read the full postLeading with purpose: Meet UNB's new board chair and vice-chair
Angie Deveau
Posted: September 15, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
Their leadership has spanned law, health care and public service. Now, they’re helping lead the University of New Brunswick (UNB) into the future. Janet Hoyt (LLB’84) and Janet Knox (BN ‘76) are the new chair and vice-chair of UNB’s board of governors: two alumni with leadership rooted in experience and a deep commitment to giving back. In this conversation, Hoyt and...
Read the full postUNB announces Sandra Irving Scholars for 2025-26
UNB Newsroom
Posted: September 12, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is pleased to congratulate the 2025-26 recipients of the Sandra Irving Scholarships. This year’s Sandra Irving Scholars are Connor Stevens and Sierra McIntyre, both of Saint John. The Sandra Irving Scholarship was established by Sandra Irving, a graduate of UNB’s Saint John campus in political science, to help, encourage and inspire students....
Read the full postUNB receives $5 million donation from Mastercard Foundation to support Indigenous education
UNB Newsroom
Posted: September 9, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is proud to be one of 30 post-secondary institutions across Canada selected to receive funding through a transformative $235 million gift from the Mastercard Foundation. This funding, provided through the Foundation’s EleV Program, recognizes institutions and organizations that have advanced education and opportunities for Indigenous youth since the...
Read the full postFCC invests in UNB's McKenna Institute to advance digital agriculture
UNB Newsroom
Posted: September 8, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, Press Releases, Faculty of Science
The McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) is a recipient of a $500,000 investment from Farm Credit Canada (FCC) to support the advancement of digital agriculture at UNB. This significant investment will support the establishment of a new Chair in Digital Agriculture, an academic leadership role dedicated to advancing research and innovation in smart farming technologies....
Read the full postIndigenous students find connection and support at UNB's Mi’kmaq-Wolastoqey Centre
Tim Jaques
Posted: September 5, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
Services include counselling, tutoring, career planning and cultural programming to help students thrive during their time at university. Indigenous students arriving at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) face the challenge of leaving familiar communities, but the university’s Mi’kmaq-Wolastoqey Centre (MWC) offers them a sense of belonging. The MWC provides a space where...
Read the full postBehind the scenes at NB Power: What planning really looks like
Faculty of Forestry & Environmental Management
Posted: September 3, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
Hey y’all! My name is Lauryn— I’m a final-year master's student in Environmental Management, summer intern at NB Power, and unofficial queen of colour-coded spreadsheets. This summer, I joined the Planning team at NB Power, where I learned that "environmental documentation" is both a serious responsibility and, occasionally, a thrilling scavenger hunt through old SharePoint...
Read the full postTransforming cancer research and education: Dr. Tony Reiman's role in UNB's Integrated Health Initiative
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: August 22, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, Research
The cancer researcher and oncologist is helping shape the university’s Integrated Health Initiative by connecting patients, students and national research networks, advancing cancer care and inspiring the next generation of health leaders. For Dr. Tony Reiman (BSc'92), the decision to scale back his full-time clinical oncology practice to focus more on research and teaching wasn’t...
Read the full postRalph Thomas honours Cornelius Sparrow's legacy in Saint John’s Black history
UNB Newsroom
Posted: August 21, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB in the News
When Ralph Thomas (DLitt'19) speaks about Cornelius Sparrow, his voice carries the weight of history and the urgency of remembrance. As a previous president of PRUDE Inc. (Pride of Race, Unity and Dignity through Education) and co-founder of the New Brunswick Black History Society, Thomas has spent decades uncovering and preserving the stories of Black excellence that have long been buried...
Read the full postPascal Siakam to be granted an honorary degree at special ceremony
UNB Newsroom
Posted: August 19, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
From a late basketball bloomer to an NBA champion, Pascal Siakam’s story continues to be one of resilience, adaptability and relentless determination. For his commitment and support of higher education, and his immense impact that extends well beyond the basketball court, the University of New Brunswick (UNB) will be awarding Pascal Siakam with an honorary degree on Sept. 3, 2025. The...
Read the full postUNB researcher leads Canadian efforts in tackling emerging Arctic toxic algae risk
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: August 19, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, Faculty of Science, UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
A UNB researcher is leading Canada’s efforts to study toxic marine phytoplankton in the Arctic, which could pose a serious health risk to Northern, and especially Inuit, communities. These types of toxins can contaminate sea life, cause poisoning with no known cure, and threaten food security and traditional diets. Beyond understanding the issue, the project’s team will work to...
Read the full postUNB MBA instructor earns Canada's highest honour in his field
Tim Jaques
Posted: August 14, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John
Dr. Don Patterson (BA’84, BBA’87) is the first New Brunswicker to receive the prestigious FSCMP designation. The award recognizes decades of leadership and excellence in supply chain management logistics, contracts and procurement across multiple industries. For over 30 years, Dr. Don Patterson has quietly shaped how goods are moved, contracts are signed and projects are...
Read the full postMeet a grad: Pedro Bremberger Pássaro
Olusegun Ogunseye
Posted: August 13, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
From the snowy streets of Fredericton to the lush forests of the Amazon, Pedro Bremberger Pássaro has built a career rooted in environmental stewardship and international collaboration. A 2022 graduate of the Master of Environmental Management (MEM) program at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), Pedro’s journey is a testament to the power of global education, practical...
Read the full postAs little as 22 minutes of exercise a day could make a difference in colon cancer patients' survival, landmark study concludes
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: August 12, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
Newly published results of a 17-year-long study conclude that exercise improves outcomes for patients with moderate to severe colon cancer. Adding just two and a half hours a week of moderate exercise, study results show, led to a 28 per cent lower chance of cancer recurrence after five years, and 37 per cent lower chance of death after eight years for patients with stage 3 or high-risk stage...
Read the full postUNB's Let's Talk Science program earns national recognition for building community through STEM outreach
Kayla Cormier
Posted: July 31, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John, Faculty of Science
The Let’s Talk Science outreach initiative at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) was recently honoured with two national awards: the David Colcleugh Leadership Award for Coordinators and the Equity Project Award. The program is being recognized for its commitment to equity, education, outreach and community building. When Navpreet Kaur first joined Let’s Talk Science in 2022,...
Read the full postUNB’s CNER opens cutting-edge lab to support Canada’s nuclear energy future
UNB Newsroom
Posted: July 30, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases, Research
This afternoon, the Centre for Nuclear Energy Research (CNER) at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) formally opened their new Advanced Nuclear Reactors Laboratory (ANRL). With support from the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency and Research New Brunswick, this new infrastructure will play a significant role in growing strategic areas of research and development and addressing industry...
Read the full postFrom Sri Lanka to Fredericton: Naveenan Manoharan’s MEM journey
Olusegun Gbenga Ogunseye
Posted: July 25, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
From the coasts of Sri Lanka to the forests of New Brunswick, Naveenan Manoharan is turning his passion for the planet into real-world impact through UNB’s Master of Environmental Management (MEM) program. With a background in marine and coastal development, Naveenan was drawn to MEM’s unique mix of academic depth, field-based learning, and a strong commitment to environmental and...
Read the full postHow UNB alum Seema Sanghavi built a global business that feeds millions
Kayla Cormier
Posted: July 24, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
Driven by a passion for food and a desire to make a difference, UNB alum Seema Sanghavi founded a global social enterprise that’s feeding millions—one apron at a time. Her journey from the classroom to the kitchen supply chain is a testament to purpose-driven entrepreneurship. When Seema Sanghavi (BEd’06) arrived at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Fredericton...
Read the full postAsk a grad: Massimiliano Nicola Lippa – From Toronto to Europe via UNB
Olusegun Ogunseye
Posted: July 18, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
When Massimiliano Nicola Lippa decided to leave the bustling streets of Toronto and step into the unknown at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), he did not just sign up for a degree; he embraced a transformative journey. Now a PhD student at the University of Padova in Italy, Massimiliano credits his time at UNB for shaping the person and professional he has become. A leap of faith and a...
Read the full postUNB to welcome geothermal energy student conference
Tim Jaques
Posted: July 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, Faculty of Science
Organizers aim to foster lasting connections and spark new ideas through research sharing, mentorship and cultural exchange. Things are about to heat up in New Brunswick’s geothermal energy space. The University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Fredericton campus will be the site of the 6th Annual Canadian Geothermal Students Days (CGSD) conference from August 28 to 30. This is the first...
Read the full postWilson Family Foundation invests in sustainability
UNB Newsroom
Posted: July 15, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) and The McKenna Institute are pleased to announce $1 million in commitments from Sackville, N.B. business and community leaders Jane and Mike Wilson in support of digital sustainability, environmental sustainability, excellence in engineering and digital literacy education for children. The Jane and Michael Wilson Family Foundation Inc. will provide...
Read the full postMajor national grant will advance nuclear energy research and training at UNB
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: July 14, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Dr. Olga Palazhchenko (PhD ’17), associate professor of chemical engineering and researcher at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) and researcher at UNB’s Centre for Nuclear Energy Research (CNER), has been awarded a Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) CREATE Grant. The $1.65 million grant will fund Palazhchenko’s Canada's Life cycle for Existing and...
Read the full postUNB announces 2025-26 Beaverbrook Scholars
UNB Newsroom
Posted: July 14, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is pleased to announce the 2025-26 recipients of the Beaverbrook Scholars Award. Valued at $58,000 over four years, the Beaverbrook Scholars Award is awarded annually to three outstanding graduates of New Brunswick high schools who display high academic ability, financial need and contribution to their communities. This year’s recipients are Jacob...
Read the full postUNB research team helps capture rare right whale footage for Apple TV+ series The Wild Ones
Kayla Cormier
Posted: July 11, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, Research
When The Wild Ones premieres globally on Apple TV+ on July 11, viewers will be treated to breathtaking underwater footage of one of the world’s most endangered animals—the North Atlantic right whale. Behind the scenes, a team of researchers from the University of New Brunswick (UNB) made it possible. Dr. Kimberley Davies, associate professor in biological sciences at UNB’s...
Read the full postUNB researchers receive more than $6 million in new federal project grants
UNB Newsroom
Posted: July 10, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, Press Releases
The funded research projects will explore challenging questions in areas including changing marine climates, new air pollutants, online disinformation, underwater internet-of-things and much more. Researchers at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) are among the recipients of over $1.3 billion in funding announced today by the Government of Canada. The funding includes projects under the...
Read the full postWhy computer science degrees and human oversight matter more than ever in the age of AI (Part 1)
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: July 7, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving fast, but that doesn’t mean humans should be left behind. According to UNB’s Dr. Scott Bateman, they’re needed now more than ever. Dr. Scott Bateman, a leading researcher at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Research Institute for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (RIDSAI), SPECTRAL Spatial Computing Research Centre...
Read the full postWhy computer science degrees and research grounded in critical thought matter more than ever in the age of AI (Part 2)
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: July 7, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Artificial intelligence (AI) is evolving fast, but that doesn’t mean humans should be left behind. In the mythbusting Q&A below, UNB’s Dr. Scott Bateman explains how they’re needed now more than ever. Myth #4: AI breakthroughs only happen in Silicon Valley. UNB: Big tech companies dominate conversations around AI. How are UNB researchers making an impact? Bateman: I can share...
Read the full postHow a UNB alum helped launch Canada's first Indigenous dance school
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: July 3, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
In recognition of the 10-year anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s 94 Calls to Action, we’re sharing stories of how the UNB community is honouring those calls. Here, we share how one UNB alum has turned lived experience and education into powerful impact. This September, Canada’s first professional Indigenous dance school is welcoming its inaugural...
Read the full postFrom research to real-world impact: Preparing N.B.'s next generation of health professionals
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: July 2, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, UNB Saint John
Jen Woodland is reshaping health care in New Brunswick by turning research and education into action. Dr. Jen Woodland doesn’t just study health problems—she solves them—and she is teaching the next generation of health professionals to do exactly the same. As a researcher with the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Integrated Health Initiative (IHI) and a professor in...
Read the full postMeet a grad: Tim Turriff - from New Brunswick to national policy
Olusegun Gbenga Ogunseye
Posted: July 2, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
A journey fueled by passion and purpose For Tim Turriff, the decision to pursue a graduate degree in environmental management was more than just the next academic step; it was a commitment to a career focused on sustainability and responsible resource use. After completing his undergraduate studies, Tim sought a program that would equip him with the tools to make meaningful contributions to...
Read the full postUNB to launch XR nursing education model with $500K provincial investment
Tim Jaques
Posted: June 27, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
The XR framework will relieve pressure on clinical placements by replicating hospital environments and reducing training delays while preparing students for complex care. The Government of New Brunswick is committing $500,000 over three years to support a new teaching model at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), designed to prepare the next generation of nurses. Health Minister John Dornan...
Read the full postFrom Cameroon to Canada: How UNB and Pascal Siakam are changing lives through education
UNB Newsroom
Posted: June 23, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB in the News
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) is transforming lives through a powerful partnership with NBA star Pascal Siakam’s PS43 Foundation, offering scholarships to Cameroonian students affected by conflict. Erick Mbianda, now studying chemical engineering at UNB, is one of the recipients whose dreams were reignited thanks to this initiative. Read more at CBC.ca
Read the full postUNB student Vera Chen presents promising blood analyzer research at international chemistry conference
Kayla Cormier
Posted: June 18, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, Research, Faculty of Science
UNB undergraduate student Vera Chen is using science to solve real-world healthcare challenges in New Brunswick. Her research could help rural hospitals improve patient care through accessible lab technology. When Vera Chen began her undergraduate studies at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Fredericton campus, she didn’t expect to be presenting her scientific research and...
Read the full postThe McKenna Institute at UNB and Shoppers Drug Mart launch i4 Initiative supporting community cardiovascular and diabetes care
UNB Newsroom
Posted: June 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) has launched a new initiative aimed at supporting cardiovascular and diabetes care in New Brunswick with support from Shoppers Drug Mart. The i4 Initiative will inform, innovate, improve and implement health-care solutions through research and development projects. The first implementation of the initiative will focus on...
Read the full postFrom roots to greenhouse: Yiqun Zhu’s journey through the MEM program at UNB
Olusegun Gbenga Ogunseye
Posted: June 16, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
Meet Yiqun Zhu, a current Master of Environmental Management (MEM) student at the University of New Brunswick. Originally from China, Yiqun brings several years of hands-on experience in tree management and cultivation. His passion for forests and sustainable practices led him to UNB’s MEM program; a course-based, practical degree that perfectly bridges his past experiences and future...
Read the full postGraphic novel sheds light on forgotten women of Saint John's early red-light district
Kayla Cormier
Posted: June 11, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John
Former SSHRC postdoctoral fellow Dr. Gemma Marr and Saint John-based artist KC Wilcox are uncovering the stories of eight women who worked in the sex trade in Saint John around the turn of the 20th century. Their work merges historical research with artistic expression, offering a compelling perspective on Saint John's history. In carefully researched scenes and richly illustrated panels, a...
Read the full postThe McKenna Institute at UNB and Venn Innovation Launch TechConnect Southeast
UNB Newsroom
Posted: June 4, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Venn Innovation, in partnership with the McKenna Institute at the University of New Brunswick, recently announced the launch of TechConnect Southeast, a new program designed to break down barriers and connect job seekers with real opportunities. Designed for newcomers, underrepresented groups and those in need of Canadian work experience, this program offers paid work placements, hands-on...
Read the full postUNB courses inspire computer science students to embrace entrepreneurship
Tim Jaques
Posted: June 4, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Under Dr. Kenneth Kent’s leadership, computer science students are learning to blend technical expertise with entrepreneurial vision. Two new courses aim to spark innovation and economic growth, preparing students to launch start-ups or bring fresh perspectives to existing businesses. A new academic initiative at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Fredericton campus encourages...
Read the full postModular housing: UNB OCRC's Brandon Searle on scaling challenges and benefits
UNB Newsroom
Posted: June 3, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB in the News
Brandon Searle, director of innovation at UNB’s Off-site Construction Research Centre (OCRC), contributed to a recent CTV News story exploring modular housing as a solution to Canada’s housing crisis. Highlighting faster build times, reduced labour needs and less waste, Searle says modular construction offers real promise, but scaling the industry will require public support,...
Read the full postReconciliation is not a favour, says former TRC commissioner Dr. Marie Wilson
Tim Jaques
Posted: June 3, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Children were taken and abused, languages erased and families broken. Canadians must act together to repair the damage that was caused in compliance with the law and was deliberate and far-reaching. A decade after the release of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s (TRC) 94 Calls to Action, Dr. Marie Wilson says the legacy of Indian Residential Schools is not a distant chapter in...
Read the full postUNB and JDI announce 2025 leadership scholarship recipients
UNB Newsroom
Posted: June 3, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick and J.D. Irving, Limited are pleased to announce the 2025 recipients of the J.D. Irving, Limited NB Leadership Scholarship at UNB. Valued at $10,000 per year and renewable for up to four years, the J.D. Irving, Limited NB Leadership Scholarship at UNB is among the university's most prestigious awards. “Providing talented young New Brunswickers with...
Read the full postUNB researcher publishes capstone book on international project
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: June 2, 2025 10:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, UNB Saint John
A new book by Dr. Ziba Vaghri, an associate professor and Research Chair in Child Development & Child Rights at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) in Saint John, will be officially launched on June 3, during the International Forum on the Rights of the Child. Those interested in attending the virtual event are invited to join via Teams on June 3 from 1 to 1:30 p.m. Children’s...
Read the full postUNB announces Currie Scholars for 2025-26
UNB Newsroom
Posted: June 2, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Four outstanding high school students are winners of the prestigious Currie Undergraduate Scholarships at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). The scholarships, valued at $75,000 each, were established in 2004 by one of Canada’s most accomplished business leaders and philanthropists, UNB Chancellor Emeritus Dr. Richard J. Currie, who was a Beaverbrook Scholar as a young man. Each year...
Read the full postFrom the classroom to healthcare: UNB nursing graduate finds opportunities at home in Saint John
Tim Jaques
Posted: May 30, 2025 9:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John
Sarah Buckley began her service to others when, as a child, her mother took her to visit nursing home residents. “I was about seven or eight when I started. I would chat with the residents. They love to see children. Sitting and chatting with the residents makes a lot of difference. Some don’t have any family, and it brightens their mood.” Buckley, from Quispamsis, will...
Read the full postForging a unique path: Jacob Powning's journey from swordsmithing to AI law
Kayla Cormier
Posted: May 29, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
Jacob Powning, son of author Beth Powning and sculptor Peter Powning, is a world-renowned swordsmith. Three years ago, he put down his carving and forging tools and hit the books at UNB Law, where he studied privacy law and artificial intelligence. His unique story illustrates that it’s never too late to reinvent your path, although artistry and law have more in common than we might...
Read the full postFrom small choices to global impact: UNB Alum Subramonian Shankar's journey in computing
Alex Graham
Posted: May 29, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
On May 29, 2025, UNB alum Subramonian Shankar (MScEng'76) will receive an honorary doctorate of science at the 196th Encaenia ceremony on the university’s Fredericton campus. It’s the little things that often make the biggest difference in our lives. For University of New Brunswick (UNB) alum Subramonian Shankar, a seemingly trivial decision by UNB administrators prompted him to...
Read the full postCreative writing graduate reflects on how UNB shaped her path to advocacy through storytelling
Camila Lefebvre
Posted: May 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
Meet Camila Lefebvre, a graduand of the University of New Brunswick (UNB), who sharpened her storytelling skills as an intern with Strategic Communications & Marketing at UNB, crafting narratives for the UNB Newsroom. Camila’s passion for words—how they connect people, shape perspectives and elevate underrepresented voices—will continue to grow as she embarks on her next...
Read the full postFrom Morocco to McCain: UNB chemical engineering student lands dream job before graduation
Alex Graham
Posted: May 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
It’s been a storybook tale of Maritime hospitality for chemical engineering graduand Houda El Hajjaoui. Her journey—from international student to co-op student to permanent employee at McCain Foods, all before completing her degree—has given New Brunswick a special place in her heart. “It felt like being welcomed into a family,” she said of her new position as a...
Read the full postNew graduation stoles honour Indigenous and African graduates
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: May 27, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
For the first time at UNB, Indigenous and African graduands have the option to wear specially designed stoles that honour their heritage, stories and academic achievements. The University of New Brunswick (UNB) will mark a historic first at its 2025 spring convocation and graduation ceremonies this week with the introduction of two ceremonial stoles honouring, celebrating and recognizing First...
Read the full postUNB officially opens doors to engineering building expansion — Allison D. McCain Commons
UNB Newsroom
Posted: May 27, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
On May 27, the country’s oldest school of engineering, established in 1854 at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), officially opened the doors to a new state-of-the-art, sustainable space for learning, collaboration and innovation. The 18,400-square-foot Commons, named in recognition of Dr. Allison D. McCain (BScEE’72, DSc’07), a UNB engineering graduate, former UNB...
Read the full postUNB students lead the charge in menstrual health and equity initiatives
Tim Jaques
Posted: May 27, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
Student-run societies on the UNB Fredericton and Saint John campuses work to combat menstrual inequity and break down taboos around menstruation through education, outreach and free product dispensers. Menstrual health and equity are gaining momentum at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) thanks to the dedicated efforts of student-led societies on both campuses. These two groups are working...
Read the full postUNB celebrates 2025 Encaenia and Spring Convocation Ceremonies
UNB Newsroom
Posted: May 21, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
From May 28-30, the University of New Brunswick (UNB) will honour students and distinguished faculty at its 2025 Encaenia and Spring Convocation Ceremonies. UNB will celebrate the achievements of 1,871 graduates from across Canada and around the world. UNB is proud of the 1,414students receiving their bachelor’s degrees, the 424 earning master’s degrees and 33 achieving the highest...
Read the full postUNB Law launches the most ambitious fundraising campaign in its history
UNB Newsroom
Posted: May 16, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Today, UNB Law officially launched Where Leaders Are Made—an extraordinary campaign to raise resources that will transform legal education in New Brunswick and beyond. Over the next decade, UNB Law will affirm its place as one of Canada’s top law schools, ensuring that it continues to produce outstanding leaders who confront society’s toughest challenges. The Where Leaders...
Read the full postShaping the Debate: Boosting productivity and working together to drive change
Tim Jaques
Posted: May 15, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
New Brunswick is struggling with a productivity crisis. To address this challenge, UNB hosted a diverse panel of experts in the second part of a discussion to explore strategies to create a more competitive economic landscape through technology, education, energy and infrastructure investments. A panel of experts gathered on May 12 at the Wu Conference Centre on the University of New...
Read the full postUNB hosts inaugural conference on inclusion, diversity, equity and accessibility in healthcare
Kayla Cormier
Posted: May 15, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, Research
On May 1, 2025, UNB’s Saint John campus hosted the first-ever IDEA in Health Care Conference, bringing together students, healthcare professionals and community advocates to explore how culturally informed, inclusive care has the power to transform health outcomes in N.B. and beyond. The Department of Nursing and Health Sciences at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) proudly hosted its...
Read the full postUNB's faculty of nursing dean celebrates successes during National Nursing Week 2025
Strategic Communications & Marketing
Posted: May 12, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
National Nursing Week 2025 runs May 12-18, and its theme, The Power of Nurses to Transform Health, aptly describes the continuing efforts of the faculty of nursing at the University of New Brunswick (UNB). Dr. Lorna Butler, dean of the faculty of nursing, noted in her video message that they are making significant strides in transforming health care and nursing education, and embracing new...
Read the full postUNB faculty of nursing and Shannex launch Long-Term Care Summer Institute
UNB Newsroom
Posted: May 8, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
This summer, seven third-year bachelor of nursing students from the University of New Brunswick (UNB) will participate in the inaugural UNB-Shannex Long-Term Care Summer Institute. The Summer Institute offers a prestigious experience that integrates innovation into nursing practice in high-performing healthcare organizations such as Shannex. The initiative aims to inspire future nurses to...
Read the full postUNB and McCain Foods partnership opens doors for computer science students with career opportunities and cutting-edge tech exposure
Tim Jaques
Posted: May 7, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Students gain direct access to real-world learning and jobs, connecting them with emerging industry needs while fostering professional confidence. A long-standing partnership between the University of New Brunswick (UNB) and McCain Foods Limited gives UNB computer science students a path to career opportunities while providing the global food company with homegrown tech talent. One aspect of...
Read the full postStewart McKelvey, alongside its Partners and Associates, announces historic $1.5 million donation to University of New Brunswick Law School on 35th Anniversary
UNB Newsroom
Posted: May 2, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Stewart McKelvey, Atlantic Canada’s largest law firm, announced on May 1, the 35th anniversary of the firm, a substantial donation of $1.5 million to the University of New Brunswick (UNB) Law School – $1 million from Stewart McKelvey, supported by an additional $500,000 from the firm’s Partners and Associates. Part of the ambitious “Where Leaders Are Made”...
Read the full postMapping the unknown: UNB scientist pilots customized uncrewed surface vehicle through Antarctic waters
Alex Graham
Posted: May 1, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, UNB Fredericton
On Canada’s first all-Canadian expedition to Antarctica, UNB researcher Kevin Wilcox conducted sonar surveys on the sea floor—collecting critical climate data, dodging icebergs and spotting penguins along the way. “It’s like mowing the lawn—but with icebergs,” explained Kevin Wilcox (BScME'06, D-TME'08, PhD'11), a research scientist with the University of...
Read the full postUNB's Institute of Population Health seeks to transform health outcomes
Tim Jaques
Posted: April 23, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, Research
The project is set to reshape New Brunswick’s healthcare by emphasizing early prevention and community resilience, underlining a strong commitment to interdisciplinary teamwork and partnerships. The University of New Brunswick (UNB) celebrated the official launch of its Institute of Population Health (IPH) on April 17 at the Wu Conference Centre, marking a significant step towards...
Read the full postSecond annual Integrated Health Initiative Research Symposium showcases student innovation in healthcare reform
Kayla Cormier
Posted: April 17, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, Research, UNB Saint John
Research innovation and healthcare reform efforts were the focus at the Integrated Health Initiative’s recent health-research symposium. The University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Saint John campus was abuzz with activity as it hosted the second annual Integrated Health Initiative Research Symposium on April 4 and 5. The event highlighted the inspiring research being conducted by UNB...
Read the full postDriving innovation: UNB students tee up success
Kayla Cormier
Posted: April 15, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
UNB students are making waves in the golf industry with their start-up, Mulli Swing Solutions. Their journey from a senior design project to winning first place in a prestigious pitch competition showcases the power of entrepreneurship and collaboration. The University of New Brunswick (UNB) continues to be a fertile ground for innovation and entrepreneurship, as evidenced by the recent...
Read the full postUNB report: New Brunswick's COVID-19 response and healthcare resilience examined
Alex Graham
Posted: April 14, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Saint John, Research, UNB Fredericton
The New Brunswick Institute for Research, Data and Training's retrospective report reveals that pandemic measures not only curbed COVID-19 but also reduced overall mortality rates and maintained essential health services, despite initial disruptions. The New Brunswick Institute for Research, Data and Training (NB-IRDT) at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) put the province’s COVID-19...
Read the full postRenaissance College becomes the School of Leadership Studies
UNB Newsroom
Posted: April 9, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Celebrating 25 years of impactful education, the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Renaissance College honours its legacy while looking toward a bright future as it evolves into the School of Leadership Studies. Founded in 2000, the College was a first-of-its-kind initiative in Canada. Today, it remains a trailblazer in leadership education continuously adapting to meet society's...
Read the full postUNB Engineering students shine at 11th Annual Design Symposium with innovative capstone projects
Tim Jaques
Posted: April 9, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
The event emphasized teamwork, applied knowledge and public engagement, offering observers a preview of the next generation of professional problem-solvers. A crowded Wu Conference Centre on the University of New Brunswick (UNB) Fredericton campus buzzed with energy and excitement on April 3 as UNB engineering students showcased the results of months of collaborative design at the 11th annual...
Read the full postUNB Alumna Christina Cooke discusses her debut novel 'Broughtupsy' and the power of art in challenging times
Alex Graham
Posted: April 8, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
“This is a weird time to be living in the U.S.," said author and University of New Brunswick (UNB) alumna Christina Cooke (MA'12) to her supporters at a recent online reading of her debut novel. “But I am grateful for art because it helps you stay grounded so you can take meaningful steps towards a life that respects all people,” Cooke said. “Art gives you...
Read the full postDr. Gwynne Dyer shares expert insights on modern defence at recent lecture
Tim Jaques
Posted: April 4, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Military analyst, academic, columnist and author Dr. Gwynne Dyer delivered a well-attended lecture sponsored by the Gregg Centre for the Study of War and Society at the Wu Conference Centre at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) on March 25. Dr. Dyer discussed the changed global order, emphasizing Canada’s need for a defence strategy that deters invasion without nuclear weapons. He...
Read the full postNew UNB paper details 'Curious AI' that learns while it works
Tim Jaques
Posted: April 1, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Research, UNB Fredericton
UNB researchers have created a head-turning AI model that balances curiosity with efficiency, allowing it to refine its strategies in real time. Their recently published paper details how this system outperformed traditional models in managing pandemic policies by reducing health and economic risks. This patent-pending technology is already attracting interest in potential healthcare, energy...
Read the full postUNB's Arts Matters Conference 2025: Celebrating community, creativity and collaboration
Alex Graham
Posted: March 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
Organizers of the Arts Matters Conference, held at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Fredericton campus from March 20 to 22, celebrated another successful run of the much-anticipated annual event. The theme of this year’s conference was "Learning through community: collaborative approaches to creating and knowing" and it was addressed throughout the three-day conference via...
Read the full postUNB alum Anne Murray makes history as recipient of Juno Lifetime Achievement Award
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: March 28, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
Anne Murray (BPE’66, DLitt’78) has once again made history, becoming the first female artist to receive the Juno Awards’ Lifetime Achievement Award. This honour recognizes individuals who have made an enduring impact on Canadian music, and Murray—one of the country’s most celebrated artists—is a fitting recipient. Long before topping the charts, Murray was a...
Read the full postHidden histories and love letters: A conversation with Dr. Claudine Bonner
Kayla Cormier
Posted: March 26, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
Interview by Graham Nickerson Africville was more than its destruction—it was a vibrant, self-sustaining community with deep roots in Black Nova Scotian history. In a thought-provoking conversation, Dr. Claudine Bonner and UNB PhD candidate and public historian Graham Nickerson explore the power of reframing Africville’s legacy, the impact of environmental racism and the urgent...
Read the full postWhere sustainability meets design: An internship with the New Brunswick College of Craft and Design
Angela Perdue
Posted: March 25, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Faculty of Forestry and Env Mgt
Beginning the internship When I first joined the Master of Environmental Management (MEM) program at the University of New Brunswick, I knew I was bringing an unconventional background to the table—with a Bachelor of Architectural Studies and a work history spanning from tree planting to design firms, I wasn’t sure how my past experiences would fit into this new field. But what I...
Read the full postThe power in small daily actions: How UNB students incorporate physical activity into their well-being routine
Camila Lefebvre
Posted: March 21, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
You bend down to tie your shoelaces into double knots. With your heartbeat pounding in your temples, you hear assignment deadlines approaching. By stepping on the white line of the court, you open your chest and breathe in, narrowing your focus on the dynamic flow of your team’s half-moon formation. You watch the ball roll toward the goal, seemingly in slow motion. In the muffled noise...
Read the full postNew research chair advances UNB's global leadership in biomedical engineering
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: March 19, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton, Research, UNB Saint John
UNB strengthens its global leadership in biomedical engineering with Dr. Ahmed Shehata’s appointment as Canada Research Chair in Rehabilitation Engineering. His work will drive innovation in prosthetic control and mobility research while training the next generation of experts. The Government of Canada has announced its latest cycle of Canada Research Chairs (CRC). Among those is Dr....
Read the full postUNB adds 115 seats to education programs
UNB Newsroom
Posted: March 19, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
To help meet the growing demand for teachers in New Brunswick, UNB is expanding the number of seats in two of its key education programs. In Sept. 2025, UNB will add 55 seats (15 already announced and 40 new) seats to its 10-month BEd program and 60 seats to its online BEd Early Childhood Education program. The new seats will be filled by applicants who are currently on waitlists for the...
Read the full postFourteen students become Sir Howard Douglas Scholars
UNB Newsroom
Posted: March 18, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Press Releases
Fourteen students have been honoured as the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) 2025 Sir Howard Douglas Scholars, recognizing their exceptional contributions both at UNB and within their local and international communities. “Sir Howard Douglas Scholars go on to achieve continued success both in academic endeavors and in contributing to the success of others,” said Dr. Paul J....
Read the full postMapping the Unknown: UNB Scientist Kevin Wilcox's Antarctic Adventure
UNB Newsroom
Posted: March 17, 2025 4:00:00 PM ADT
Category: Research, UNB in the News
Kevin Wilcox (BScME'06, D-TME'08, PhD'11), a research scientist with the University of New Brunswick's Ocean Mapping Group, is part of the first all-Canadian Antarctic mission. Over the past two weeks, he has been using a small unmanned vessel to map the ocean floor, contributing to a broader understanding of the Antarctic environment while witnessing the breathtaking landscapes and...
Read the full postShaping the Debate: Charting a path to N.B.'s economic success
Tim Jaques
Posted: March 14, 2025 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: UNB Fredericton
New Brunswick is grappling with a productivity crisis and declining GDP. To address these challenges, a diverse panel of experts explored strategies to create a more competitive economic landscape through technology, education, energy and infrastructure investments. Addressing productivity in New Brunswick means confronting a complex puzzle that necessitates collaboration among government,...
Read the full postEmpowering women in business: UNB students lead the way in building professional connections and leadership skills
Tim Jaques
Posted: March 7, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
Despite progress, women still face barriers in advancing their careers. Two student-led initiatives are creating pathways to success through mentorship, industry connections and leadership training. Two students at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) are helping their peers build professional connections and develop leadership skills through campus societies that support women in business...
Read the full postThe sky’s the limit: Physics research opens up new opportunities in atmospheric science
Jeremy Elder-Jubelin
Posted: March 3, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Research, Faculty of Science, UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
New research from the University of New Brunswick (UNB) will enable lower-cost, more accessible and more remote ionospheric science—without compromising accuracy. Scientists at the Radio and Space Physics Laboratory (RSPL) in the department of physics, along with other colleagues at UNB and in Italy, tested a network of low-cost sensors during the recent solar eclipse and found that...
Read the full post‘UNB is a place where I can make a difference’: Dr. Ali Taleb named dean of UNB Saint John business faculty
Tim Jaques
Posted: February 27, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John
Dr. Ali Taleb measures success by impact. When he assumes his new role as dean of the faculty of business at the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Saint John campus on March 1, he intends to put that philosophy to work. “My career choices have generally been driven by the potential to develop people and make a difference in the community, and UNB is a place where I see...
Read the full postUNB Grad House Café welcomes Senegalese Flavours: Chef Fatou Sedore's culinary journey from Boyce Farmer's Market to campus
Camila Lefebvre
Posted: February 26, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
During a busy morning at the Boyce Farmer's Market in Fredericton, University of New Brunswick (UNB) RF Specialist and customer at the Grad House Café, Philippe Trottier, tasted Fatou Sedore’s cooking for the first time. Upon tasting her dishes, Trottier knew he needed to incorporate these rich flavours into the UNB Fredericton Grad House’s menu. “I liked the food and...
Read the full postUNB signs Scarborough Charter, advancing Black excellence and inclusion
Strategic Communications & Marketing
Posted: February 25, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) has reaffirmed its commitment to fostering an inclusive and equitable campus by signing the Scarborough Charter on Anti-Black Racism and Black Inclusion in Canadian Higher Education, a national framework to proactively address anti-Black racism and advance Black success in higher education. The ceremony was held on Feb. 24 at the Alumni Memorial Building...
Read the full postNew Brunswick universities drive health innovation and economic growth through groundbreaking research
UNB Newsroom
Posted: February 24, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB in the News, Research
Discover how groundbreaking research at New Brunswick universities is transforming health care and driving economic growth - see the full article to learn more.
Read the full postUNB partners with Supply Chain Canada to launch first-ever supply chain accreditation for a Canadian MBA program
UNB Newsroom
Posted: February 21, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) has partnered with Supply Chain Canada to introduce the first-ever supply chain accreditation within a Canadian Master of Business Administration (MBA) program. This partnership aims to create more job-ready graduates, attract new talent to the region, and strengthen the relationship between academia and industry. “This is a very exciting day for...
Read the full postTop Basketball teams compete at UNB Saint John for 2025 ACAA Championships
Tim Jaques
Posted: February 18, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John
Top college basketball teams will bring speed, skill and intensity to the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Saint John campus as the Seawolves host the 2025 Atlantic Collegiate Athletic Association (ACAA) Basketball Championships. The tournament will feature the top six ACAA men’s and women’s teams competing at the G. Forbes Elliot Athletics Centre from Feb. 28 to March...
Read the full postShaping the future of health care in New Brunswick through transformative education
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: February 14, 2025 2:00:00 PM AST
Category: Research, UNB Saint John
Dr. Lisa Best never set out with a map in hand. Her academic journey was less of a carefully plotted course and more of a winding trail—one shaped by curiosity, unexpected turns and a willingness to see where the path might lead. Now, as associate dean of integrated health for the University of New Brunswick’s Integrated Health Initiative (IHI), she leads the academic pillar of a...
Read the full postThe hidden treasures of UNB's Harriet Irving Library: Rare books, historical documents and unique artifacts
Tim Jaques
Posted: February 14, 2025 8:55:00 AM AST
Category: Research, UNB Fredericton
Tucked away in the Harriet Irving Library (HIL) at the University of New Brunswick's (UNB) Fredericton campus is a treasure of historical documents, rare books and one-of-a-kind artifacts that tell the story of this province and beyond. “We have over 25 special book collections, including rare books dating back to 1496, as well as archives and manuscripts that cover everything from the...
Read the full postRoseleen Kafley becomes the first UNB student to attend The Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting as a young scientist
Kayla Cormier
Posted: February 11, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John, Faculty of Science, UNB Fredericton
Last year, Roseleen Kafley, a bachelor of science student in physics at the University of New Brunswick (UNB), had the extraordinary opportunity to attend the 73rd Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting in physics. Held from June 30 to July 5, 2024, in Lindau, Germany, Kafley was the first UNB student to attend the meeting as a young scientist and is now New Brunswick’s first Lindau alum. This...
Read the full postClaire Anderson: Award-winning UNB graduate looks at revolutionizing energy storage with computational chemistry
Tim Jaques
Posted: February 10, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Research, Faculty of Science, UNB Fredericton
Claire Anderson (BSc’21, MSc‘24) has loved science and math since childhood. “I enjoyed it growing up. Those were my best courses in school,” she remembered. “Going into university, I knew I would end up in chemistry or biology. My parents, Brent Anderson (BScCE’84, MScCE’86) and Kimberley (Holmes) Anderson (BScCE’87), were University of New...
Read the full postPromise Partnership expands to Moncton
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: February 7, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John
At a priority school in Moncton, children in grades three to five now get to build their digital literacy skills through activities like learning code through walking, talking robots; creating and exploring digital worlds and much more—all while forming lasting connections with mentors from the University of New Brunswick (UNB) and the New Brunswick Community College (NBCC). The Promise...
Read the full postCelebrating 80 years of The Fiddlehead: UNB's iconic literary journal and its global impact
Kayla Cormier
Posted: February 5, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
What do Margaret Atwood, Rohinton Mistry and Eden Robinson have in common (aside from being some of Canada’s most renowned writers)? They have all contributed to The Fiddlehead, the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) esteemed creative writing journal, which marks its 80th anniversary this year. From its humble beginnings in the winter of 1945, The Fiddlehead has grown into one of...
Read the full postThe J. Herbert Smith Centre: Launching start-up success
Tim Jaques
Posted: February 4, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
Since 1988, the J. Herbert Smith Centre for Technology Management and Entrepreneurship at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) has been a catalyst for entrepreneurial success. Nearly 80 per cent of the start-ups it supports thrive, a remarkable achievement in the competitive start-up ecosystem. “We help ventures advance to their next stage,” said Inball “Belle” Cobber,...
Read the full postField notes: Master of environmental management students ground their learning
Kayla Cormier
Posted: January 31, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
Last summer, students in the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) master of environmental management (MEM) program took part in work-integrated internships as part of their degree requirements. The internship is a new addition to the master’s program—having only been a requirement for the past two years—but has proven to be a success. “The internship adds an...
Read the full postUnderstanding and combating Islamophobia: A Q and A with Thamina Jaferi
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: January 29, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
In recognition of the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia, lawyer and equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) expert Thamina Jaferi recently hosted an informative and solutions-based workshop through the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Human Rights and Equity Office. Aimed at deepening our understanding of Islamophobia and...
Read the full postSilence in the face of hatred is complicity: Honouring Holocaust Remembrance Day with Jasmine Kranat
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: January 27, 2025 1:00:00 PM AST
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
In commemoration of Holocaust Remembrance Day, the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Human Rights and Equity Office is hosting a workshop led by Jasmine Kranat, founder of the Atlantic Canada Holocaust Education Foundation (ACHEF). Kranat’s dedication to justice, education and combating hate through education was ignited by her own experience with a violent antisemitic attack...
Read the full postNavigating leadership and misinformation: In conversation with Margaret MacMillan
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: January 24, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John
On Emily Wheaton’s (BA’24) graduation day last spring, the University of New Brunswick (UNB) history and politics grad had the opportunity to sit down with best-selling author, pre-eminent historian and UNB honorary degree recipient Margaret MacMillan. Today, their conversation is more relevant than ever. Wheaton and the award-winning author of Paris 1919 discuss misinformation,...
Read the full postUNB explores partnership to open Canada's 2nd anglophone school of optometry
UNB Newsroom
Posted: January 24, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB in the News
Hannah Rudderham, with CBC New Brunswick, reported on a partnership between UNB and the University of Waterloo aiming to bring a satellite School of Optometry to the Saint John campus. Full story
Read the full postStudent-led Wellness Hub to support well-being through social connection
Camila Lefebvre
Posted: January 22, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
Camila Lefebvre is a fourth-year English student on the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Fredericton campus. She is a student-intern with the Strategic Communications and Marketing Office whose stories explore student health and well-being. As students, setting aside time for our social and mental health is central to our well-being. The Wellness Hub at the University of New Brunswick...
Read the full postStrong student voices in these spaces are crucial: Making a difference as decision-makers at UNB
Tim Jaques
Posted: January 21, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John, UNB Fredericton
Driven by a concern for his fellow students during the COVID-19 pandemic, Kordell Walsh (BPhil’21) ran for a seat on the University of New Brunswick’s (UNB) Board of Governors. “Students are often in precarious situations, and that was an even larger issue during the pandemic,” he recalled. “Students were struggling with not feeling heard, me included. The best...
Read the full postUNB’s Axis Accelerator receives additional funding from ACOA to enhance entrepreneurship services
UNB Newsroom
Posted: January 17, 2025 4:00:00 PM AST
Category: Press Releases
The Axis Accelerator at the University of New Brunswick (UNB) in Saint John is receiving a second round of funding from the Government of Canada through the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) to support the growth of its entrepreneurship services. With ACOA’s new funding of $248,211, the Axis Accelerator plans to continue to enhance the sales accelerator program and offerings to...
Read the full postUNB commemorates the 10th Anniversary of the TRC Report with Indigenous Film Series
Angie Deveau
Posted: January 16, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John
As the 10th anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission (TRC) report approaches, the University of New Brunswick (UNB) will be reflecting throughout the year on the progress that has been made and the work that still lies ahead. The TRC's Final Report, released in December 2015, was a monumental step in acknowledging the historical and ongoing impacts of the residential school...
Read the full postSaying yes to leadership: How two UNB engineering students brought a national conference to life
Hilary Creamer Robinson
Posted: January 15, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
Two University of New Brunswick (UNB) students dedicated much of 2024 engineering an innovative and unforgettable national conference, hosted on the Fredericton campus during the first week of January. "We were both so hesitant to take this on, but saying yes was one of the best decisions we could have made," said Colby Arsenault, reflecting on his role as co-chair of the 2025 Canadian...
Read the full postUNB and the University of Waterloo sign MOU to explore establishing optometry program in Atlantic Canada
UNB Newsroom
Posted: January 15, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Press Releases
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) and the University of Waterloo have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to explore partnering with the intention of establishing a school of optometry in Saint John to serve Atlantic Canada. Currently, the University of Waterloo is the only English-language school of optometry in Canada, while a French-language program is offered at Université...
Read the full postDr. John Kershaw honoured for a lifetime of measuring forests and mentoring minds
Tim Jaques
Posted: January 13, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Research, UNB Fredericton
Dr. John Kershaw didn’t plan a career in forestry when, as a young man, he left the family farm in southern Indiana to study at Purdue University. He wanted to be a veterinarian. However, a summer experience in Colorado during his first year at Purdue sparked his forestry interest, leading him to switch majors and embark on a journey that would take him around the world. “I had...
Read the full postCEWIL Canada funding and community partnerships drive UNB experiential learning success
Tim Jaques
Posted: January 8, 2025 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton
The University of New Brunswick (UNB) integrates hands-on experiential learning into its curriculum to boost student engagement and equip them with practical career skills. From 2021 to 2023, UNB received over $2.7 million in funding from the Co-operative Education and Work-Integrated Learning Canada’s (CEWIL Canada) iHUB program, managed by the UNB office of experiential education. The...
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