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Telling our #ProudlyUNB stories
From China to British Columbia, Brandon Zhan (BBA'06) paves his way to becoming retail franchisee
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 22, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Inspiring Stories, UNB Saint John
For UNB alumnus Brandon Zhan (BBA'06), the most challenging aspect of being a store franchisee also happens to be the most rewarding part of his career. “It’s the people," he says. Zhan is the owner of a No Frills supermarket in Vancouver, BC, where his employees cross over four generations. He says learning how to connect, communicate and support his employees differently,...
Read the full postJess Neary: Top five Feng Shui tips to design your home for productivity and well-being
Jess Neary (BBA'09)
Posted: November 22, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Insights, Young Alumni, UNB Saint John
Photo: Greg Knudson A proud New Brunswicker, Jess Neary (BBA'09) graduated from the faculty of business at UNB Saint John in 2009 before later furthering her studies with interior design. While studying and obtaining an Interior Design Diploma, she was also studying and practicing various energy healing modalities. Reiki, yoga, meditation, and qi gong were practices which put her into...
Read the full postVolunteer Spotlight: Nathan Munroe
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 22, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Inspiring Stories, UNB Saint John, Young Alumni
When two-time alumnus Nathan Munroe (BBA’12, MBA’14) reflects back on his time at UNB, he says it was the volunteers who made the student experience even more special. From coaches to guest lecturers in the classroom, Munroe was inspired to give back his time to current UNB students, just as others did for him. Throughout his short time as a graduate of UNB, Munroe has stepped up in...
Read the full postFrom exercise science to habit-forming tech, Darren Steeves is committed to helping people
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 18, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Kinesiology, Education, Inspiring Stories, UNB Fredericton
Darren Steeves (BEd’94) never imagined when he graduated from UNB with an education degree majoring in physical education and minoring in mathematics that he’d end up as an entrepreneur in the tech arena. But that’s exactly where he is now, as co-founder and CEO of JackHabbit, a Growth Management System that he calls “the next evolution beyond learning...
Read the full post2021 Alumni Holiday Gift Guide
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 17, 2021 2:00:00 PM AST
Category: Insights, UNB Fredericton, UNB Saint John
Share your UNB alumni pride this holiday season! In the spirit of the upcoming holidays and supporting ‘local,’ we’ve created a gift guide to help you find unique gifts for the special people in your life. Along with UNB merchandise, this list highlights exciting products and businesses by our very own #ProudlyUNB alumni. Around the world, UNB alumni are creating, innovating...
Read the full postMeaghan Donahue Wies shares her path to Canadian Sport Centre Atlantic
Meaghan Donahue Wies
Posted: November 17, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Management, UNB Fredericton, Kinesiology
SPOTLIGHT SERIES: WOMEN IN KINESIOLOGY, RECREATION AND SPORT MANAGEMENT Written by Meaghan Donahue Wies (MBA'11) My name is Meaghan Donahue Wies and I am the Athlete Services Manager and Game Plan Advisor with the Canadian Sport Centre Atlantic. The path that led me to this role is a winding one, but it comes as no surprise to those who know me that I have...
Read the full postUNBeknownst Podcast Episode 7: Eric Cook on Industry 4.0 and automation
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 17, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Fredericton, Podcast, Engineering
UNBeknownst Podcast Episode 7 Eric Cook: Industry 4.0 and automation Eric Cook is executive director and CEO of RPC, New Brunswick’s provincial research organization that provides science and engineering services to over 1100 clients annually. Eric’s career spans leadership in the application of science and technology in sectors including advanced manufacturing,...
Read the full postQ&A: Katie Herrington, UNB Alumni Student Leadership recipient
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 15, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: UNB Saint John, Young Alumni, Inspiring Stories, UNB Fredericton
Recipient of a 2021 Alumni Student Leadership Award, UNB Saint John student Katie Herrington shares how the award has positively impacted her UNB experience, how she contributes to student life on campus and why she enjoys studying in the faculty of arts. Throughout her seven years on campus, Katie has volunteered with The Promise Partnership Program, served as writer and editor of the campus...
Read the full postUNBers inducted into New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 15, 2021 12:00:00 AM AST
Category: Inspiring Stories, Kinesiology, UNB Fredericton, Law
The New Brunswick Sports Hall of Fame Inc. was established in 1970 to recognize and honour those athletes, teams and builders who have achieved outstanding success, and those who have made a significant contribution to the advancement of competitive sport in this province. On October 15, 2021, seven UNBers were inducted into the NB Sports Hall of Fame as...
Read the full postUNBeknownst Podcast Episode 6: Cayman Grant on storytelling in Hollywood and why failing is important
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 4, 2021 10:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Podcast, UNB Saint John
UNBeknownst Episode 6 Cayman Grant: Storytelling in Hollywood and why failing is important Cayman Grant (BBA’01) graduated from UNB Saint John with a BBA in 2001, and has since become an Emmy award-winning writer and director making films and TV that have been screened in over 100 film festivals worldwide. She’s written and directed several...
Read the full postFour young alumni named in Atlantic Business Magazine’s Top 30 Under 30 list
UNB Alumni
Posted: November 4, 2021 12:00:00 AM ADT
Category: Engineering, Management, Law, Young Alumni, Inspiring Stories
In its second year, Atlantic Business Magazine’s Top 30 Under 30 awards program recognizes young people who are turning their creativity and passion into revenue-generating pursuits. They may be entrepreneurs; they may have yet to achieve personal commercial success; and/or they may be employed by someone else. The 2021 list is a diverse group of...
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