Be Proud of CBU Wherever You Go

As CBU alumni, you’ve always been our biggest supporters and proudly act as ambassadors for CBU wherever you are. Once a CAPER, always a CAPER. Together, we’ve grown into a powerful, diverse network of more than 33,000 members across the world. We are grateful for your support and proud to be part of this incredible community.

We want to stay connected with you as you make your mark on the world. We want to hear stories of success and share those accomplishments with the rest of the family. We also want to keep you updated on how you can become engaged with the Alumni network. CBU is growing and changing every day – learn all about those changes and how you can become a part of growing Cape Breton Island’s university.

Please note that the Alumni and Development Offices of Cape Breton University have relocated to 500 George Street, Suite 275 in downtown Sydney. We welcome you to drop by or you can reach us by phone at 902-563-1271. 

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For years, your Distinction Magazine has been an important link to Cape Breton University and to the vast and diverse CBU Alumni family. From stories of inspiration and progress to updates on some of life’s greatest achievements – Distinction Magazine has been the flagship publication for all things CBU.

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Giving to CBU

Investing and supporting students is our priority.

When you choose to make a gift to Cape Breton University,  you are directly making an impact on students.  Your contributions allow CBU to break down barriers for students who want to pursue post-secondary education through bursaries and attract the world’s brightest minds to study on the Island by offering a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and awards.

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Transforming Challenges Into Strengths: Meet Paige Cox

September 28, 2023

When we first shared Paige Cox’s story in 2021, she had just graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in the…

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CBU invites nominations for the Margaret Dechman Community-Engaged Research Champion

September 25, 2023

Cape Breton University is seeking nominations for the Margaret Dechman Community-Engaged Research Champion Award. This award seeks to honour a…

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A Love Letter to Typing with Dr. Dana Mount

September 22, 2023

Each September, Downtown Sydney comes to life with the Lumiere Arts Festival, a free, accessible, contemporary arts festival featuring public…

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Dr. Stephanie MacQuarrie to Serve Term as Atlantic Chair for Inclusion in Science and Engineering

September 20, 2023

Dr. Stephanie MacQuarrie will build on her commitment as a champion for equity, diversity and inclusion in science, technology, engineering…

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CBU Capers Women’s Basketball Welcomes New Member to Coaching Staff: Meet Jamey Jewells

September 19, 2023

In August 2023, the Cape Breton University Capers women’s basketball team was thrilled to welcome Jamey Jewells as the newest…

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Supporting Student Success: Meet Alyssa Campbell

September 7, 2023

With Week of Welcome in full swing, the Cape Breton University campus is bustling with energy as new and returning…

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Building Connections and Loving Life in Cape Breton: Meet Neha Sharma

September 7, 2023

Yearning for a better quality of life in a new country, Neha Sharma applied to Cape Breton University’s Post-Baccalaureate Diploma…

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An Island of Adventure: Meet Maria Jose Paravicini

August 14, 2023

Originally from La Paz, Bolivia, Maria Jose Paravicini came to Cape Breton University in May of 2022 to pursue a…

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From Buenos Aires to Cape Breton: Agustin’s Transformative Experience at CBU

July 27, 2023

Agustin Saint Bonnet’s journey to Cape Breton University (CBU) was not just a pursuit of academic excellence. A passionate and…

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