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Check out this special episode where Dr. Paul Mazerolle reflects on his time as president, gives his thoughts on the value of higher education and shares his optimism for UNB’s future.

05.03.2026 19:33 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 2 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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At UNB, inclusion matters. The student-led 203 Centre for Gender & Sexual Diversity is a welcoming space for 2SLGBTQIA+ students, faculty & staff to connect, study, and access support. We’re proud to highlight this work on Pink Shirt Day.

Learn more about the 203 Centre β†’ https://bit.ly/3MNP21W

25.02.2026 14:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Prime Minister Mark Carney quoted Thucydides at the World Economic Forum, inspiring UNB classics professor Dr. Matthew Sears to discuss it on CBC’s Shift–NB. The response led to a four‑part series, Wisdom from the Ancients, starting tomorrow, Feb. 24. More ➑️ https://bit.ly/4tRiEwc

23.02.2026 14:26 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
A group photo of a hockey team with players in red uniforms and coaching staff in black suits, seated and standing on an ice rink. The background features the Olympic rings, indicating an Olympic event.

A group photo of a hockey team with players in red uniforms and coaching staff in black suits, seated and standing on an ice rink. The background features the Olympic rings, indicating an Olympic event.

From UNB to the Olympics. Carrying UNB pride all the way to Italy.

Now in Milan for the 2026 Olympic Winter Games, Ryan Hamilton (BA’00, MScExSS’03, PhD’11) shared a special and heartwarming reflection en route to the games.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/4aKXCYr

πŸ“Έ Team Canada

11.02.2026 19:39 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Big news: UNB is officially ranked the #1 university in Atlantic Canada in TIME Magazine’s 2026 World’s Top Universities rankings!

We’re honoured by this recognition, and even more proud of the people who make it possible.

#ProudlyUNB #DoMore #TopRanked

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/4te6qxf

05.02.2026 16:15 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 4 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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This February, UNB campuses are marking Black History Month with opportunities to learn, reflect and engage. As Canada recognizes 30 years of Black History Month in 2026, join us in amplifying Black voices and advancing a more inclusive university community.

Learn more ➑️ https://bit.ly/3PZ95sn

01.02.2026 13:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1

You are invited to join @unbresearch.bsky.social for this upcoming Dual-Use Technology Summit in Fredericton Feb. 25-26!

23.01.2026 14:55 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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UNB is marking the 30th anniversary of national recognition of Black History Month in Canada by honouring this year’s official theme: Black Brilliance Across Generations – From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/3NwMmGb

22.01.2026 13:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Embrace your journey to mental well-being! ❀️ Remember, seeking support is a sign of strength, not weakness.

If you're struggling, download Togetherall, a digital mental health support service is now available online, 24/7.

Learn more ➑️ https://bit.ly/40DCWew

21.01.2026 15:01 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Left: An individual holding a book titled "Cracking the Nazi Code" by Jason Bell, standing in front of a bookshelf. Right: Historical black-and-white portrait of Dr. Winthrop Bell.

Left: An individual holding a book titled "Cracking the Nazi Code" by Jason Bell, standing in front of a bookshelf. Right: Historical black-and-white portrait of Dr. Winthrop Bell.

Best-selling author and UNB philosophy professor Dr. Jason Bell shares a last nameβ€”but no relationβ€”with Dr. Winthrop Bell, the subject of his thrilling debut non-fiction book, Cracking the Nazi Code: The Untold Story of Canada’s Greatest Spy.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/4gvZuF1

19.01.2026 19:30 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Five people in waders work together in a stream, using nets to collect samples, surrounded by autumn foliage.

Five people in waders work together in a stream, using nets to collect samples, surrounded by autumn foliage.

UNB is proud to share that a salmon conservation initiative led by Indigenous partners, Parks Canada, UNB and an extensive network of academic, government and community partners, has been named one of the UN World Restoration Flagship Initiatives.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/45njA0x

15.01.2026 20:00 πŸ‘ 6 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Exterior view of a large, multi-story brick building. A curved pathway and a grassy lawn are in the foreground, with trees on the right side under a clear sky.

Exterior view of a large, multi-story brick building. A curved pathway and a grassy lawn are in the foreground, with trees on the right side under a clear sky.

UNB and Holland College's Atlantic Police Academy (APA) have partnered to offer students a faster, more practical and holistic route to a criminology degree.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/3LzFN4Q

14.01.2026 19:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Make safety your study buddy with the UNB Safe App.

From late-night walks to quick tips, it’s got your back with:
πŸ‘£ Friend Walk
πŸ’¬ Live Chat
🚨 Mobile Blue Light
πŸ•΅οΈ Report a Tip
🏠 Virtual Walk Home

Download nowπŸ‘‡
https://bit.ly/4hzgjiD

#UNBSafe #CampusLife #StaySafeUNB

09.01.2026 19:04 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Person standing outdoors with trees in the background, and a promotional display for University of Toronto Press featuring books and a banner that reads "Connecting Ideas for a Better World."

Person standing outdoors with trees in the background, and a promotional display for University of Toronto Press featuring books and a banner that reads "Connecting Ideas for a Better World."

Congratulations to Dr. Heather Millar, an associate professor of political science at UNB, whose book has received an honourable mention for the American Political Science Association’s Seymour Lipset Best Book Award.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/4q5R1fZ

12.12.2025 20:00 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 1
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Group of diverse individuals smiling outdoors.

Two UNB undergraduates have claimed first place at the 2025 Mathematics Competition, held in October at the Mathematics, Statistics and Computer Science Conference in Cape Breton.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/3KFFaGI

11.12.2025 17:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Two smiling professionals in business attire against a light gray background; one with curly red hair wearing glasses and a sleeveless top, and the other with straight blonde hair in a brown blazer.

UNB researchers are studying how rural women experience intimate partner violence. Isolation, limited services and tight-knit communities increase risk, and their work offers recommendations to improve safety.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/3MLPf5j

09.12.2025 00:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Group of nine individuals standing in a hallway, smiling at the camera, with a variety of casual outfits.

UNB Saint John’s Computer Science Department sent three teams to the ICPC NENA competition! UNBSJ – Team 2 (Ben Foster, Sofiri Jaja, and Zion Dadu) placed 1st at the Moncton site and 3rd in Atlantic Canada after solving five problems. Huge congratulations to all our teams! πŸŽ‰

08.12.2025 18:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Smiling person wearing a reflective vest and a helmet standing in a wooded area.

NB’s white spruce saw a 25% growth drop in recent droughts, hitting bigger trees hardest. Despite resilience, models warn future declines. UNB’s Katherine Tripp studied how drought is already reshaping our forests.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/3XF2cQP

07.12.2025 14:00 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Person standing next to a research poster titled "AI-Driven Early Triage Support for Emergency Departments: Toward Predicting ICU-Level Care for ED Arrivals" at an academic conference.

Person standing next to a research poster titled "AI-Driven Early Triage Support for Emergency Departments: Toward Predicting ICU-Level Care for ED Arrivals" at an academic conference.

UNB Saint John’s Computer Science Dept joined the 2025 Health Research Symposium in Fredericton. Grad student Olaoluwa Malachi presented his poster on AI-driven early triage support, contributing to a strong two-day showcase of health research and innovation across New Brunswick.

05.12.2025 18:00 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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UNB Saint John’s Computer Science department hosted a two-day β€œUnlocking Healthcare with AI” workshop, bringing together students, faculty and industry experts to explore real-world AI in healthcare, from decision support to ethics and data analytics.

03.12.2025 18:00 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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It’s Giving Tuesday! πŸŽ‰ Thanks to alumni support, students gain hands-on learning through co-ops, present award-winning papers at conferences, and access vital resources like lab equipment and books.

Learn more and give today by visiting https://bit.ly/482Xcvs

02.12.2025 14:00 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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National awards and a milestone anniversary highlight how UNB’s Moncton site is a leader in modern nursing education across Canada!

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/4ompx4I

29.11.2025 16:35 πŸ‘ 0 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Earlier this year, University of New Brunswick computer science student Owen Yesuf attended an entrepreneurship conference that spun out a big idea. Less than a year later, that idea is now a study app quickly growing in popularity.

Read more about the Buddy Sync app ➑️ https://bit.ly/4ooCNG3

26.11.2025 19:43 πŸ‘ 2 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Silhouette of a business person behind various logos, including the University of New Brunswick logo.

Silhouette of a business person behind various logos, including the University of New Brunswick logo.

Global Entrepreneurship Week celebrates innovators and job creators who launch startups, drive economic growth and improve lives.

Read more about how UNB empowers innovators from idea to impact ➑️ https://bit.ly/47OA2bV

#GlobalEntrepreneurshipWeek #GEW2025 #GEWUNB2025 #Innovation #Entrepreneurship

19.11.2025 13:09 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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A large red balloon featuring the University of New Brunswick logo and the text Proudly UNB.

We are very proud to be one of three universities on Canada’s Top 100 Employers list for 2026 πŸŽ‰

This is an achievement that speaks to more than policies or programs. Here are just a few ways that we set the standard this year ➑️ https://bit.ly/4oFCqaW

18.11.2025 22:30 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
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Person standing in a robotics lab with two large robotic vehicles on a table, smiling at the camera.

When Dr. Yukun Lu came to UNB, she brought with her a background in autonomous vehicle control and a clear goal: to apply her expertise to a challenge that matters in New Brunswick.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/4nXRjUX

15.11.2025 16:00 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 3 πŸ’¬ 1 πŸ“Œ 0
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The University of New Brunswick’s faculty of nursing and teaching professor RenΓ©e Gordon have been recognized with top honours at the 2025 SIM Expo, presented by Simulation Canada in Montreal on Nov. 3 and 4.

Read more ➑️ https://bit.ly/49kko9x

15.11.2025 00:00 πŸ‘ 4 πŸ” 1 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional banner for 'Take Our Kids to Work Day' on November 5. Features a smiling emoji and the slogan 'Discover Your Future.' Includes symbols representing various professions.

Promotional banner for 'Take Our Kids to Work Day' on November 5. Features a smiling emoji and the slogan 'Discover Your Future.' Includes symbols representing various professions.

We are excited to be hosting Grade 9 students on both campuses today!

Take Your Kids to Work Day at UNB provides students with an opportunity to explore careers through hands-on experiences and knowledge-sharing.

#takeyourkidtoworkday #ProudlyUNB

05.11.2025 13:25 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Barry Blight, Robbie Horne and Mason Lawrence smiling and standing together outdoors, with a grassy field and trees in the background.

Barry Blight, Robbie Horne and Mason Lawrence smiling and standing together outdoors, with a grassy field and trees in the background.

New research by UNB chemistry professor Dr. Barry Blight could revolutionize how we deal with aluminum refining waste, aluminum recycling and even fuelling our worldβ€”reducing how much material ends up in landfills and making our future more sustainable.

Learn more ➑️ http://bit.ly/3LcjbqH

01.11.2025 12:54 πŸ‘ 3 πŸ” 5 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0
Promotional banner for 'Take Our Kids to Work Day' on November 5. Features a smiling emoji and the slogan 'Discover Your Future.' Includes symbols representing various professions.

Promotional banner for 'Take Our Kids to Work Day' on November 5. Features a smiling emoji and the slogan 'Discover Your Future.' Includes symbols representing various professions.

We are excited to be hosting Grade 9 students on both campuses on Nov. 5!

Take Your Kids to Work Day at UNB will provide students with an opportunity to explore careers through hands-on experiences and knowledge-sharing.

#takeyourkidtoworkday #ProudlyUNB

30.10.2025 16:17 πŸ‘ 1 πŸ” 0 πŸ’¬ 0 πŸ“Œ 0