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A Heart for Nature: Meet Dr. Kathleen Aikens

October 22, 2024

Returning home to Cape Breton after 15 years, Dr. Kathleen Aikens proves that life can come full circle with a…

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A Lifelong Connection to Education: Meet Mark Frison

November 12, 2024

Mark Frison’s connection to Cape Breton University is deeply rooted, not only through his own experiences as an active student…

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A Partnership Built for Success: Meet Ahmed Elsharkawey

April 23, 2024

As a child growing up near the Great Pyramids of Egypt, Ahmed Elsharkawey always had a passion for learning. “I…

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A Passion for Community and Economic Development: Meet Keith MacDonald

July 31, 2024

From a student at the University College of Cape Breton (UCCB – now Cape Breton University) to a community leader,…

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A Strong Connection to CBU: Meet Corrie Stewart

February 18, 2021

Corrie Stewart is an Alumnus with a business focus and entrepreneurial mind who has worked in several start-ups, tech companies,…

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Alumnus and Emerging Environmental Leader, Dylan Yates

December 5, 2019

Cape Breton University Alumnus Dylan Yates was recently awarded the 2019 Mobius Award for Emerging Environmental Leaders. Born and raised…

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Building a Foundation to Serve

August 14, 2018

From a young age, Cape Breton University Alumnus, Jonathan Kelly, knew he wanted to pursue a career that would allow…

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Canada Day: A Time to Reflect for One International Alumnus

June 26, 2020

Omar Tag El-Din first arrived in Canada from Egypt in 2012 to finish his Bachelor of Business Administration degree at…

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Cape Breton University Changed My Life: Meet Sharmake Dubow

February 18, 2021

At the young age of eight, Sharmake Dubow left his war-torn home in Somalia with his family due to civil…

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CBU Alumnus Keven Taylor Gives Back at Sydney Rotary Ribfest 2018

July 10, 2018

This weekend CBU Alumnus and owner of Island Sauce Company, Keven Taylor, will be setting up shop at the Sydney…

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Celebrating More Than 50 Years of Student Leadership: Meet Rick McCarthy

May 27, 2024

Rick McCarthy, a former executive member of the Cape Breton University Students’ Union (CBUSU), is spearheading a heartfelt initiative to…

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Challenging and Exciting Times for Alumna Jolly Vincent

March 15, 2021

After hearing about Cape Breton University through the Indian recruitment agency, Santa Monica, Jolly Vincent made the life-changing decision to…

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Corporate Offices to Wedding Bells: Meet Jenna Sampson

July 7, 2020

When Jenna Sampson decided to make a career change and become a full-time wedding and event planner, she knew there…

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Echoes of Evolution of 50 Years: Meet Bernie MacLennan

January 17, 2024

In 2024, Cape Breton University proudly celebrates its 50th anniversary as an independent post-secondary institution. We are proud that students…

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From Island to Island: Meet CBU Alumni Brent Foote

May 16, 2019

When CBU Alumni Brent Foote came to Cape Breton from Mount Pearl, Newfoundland, for his studies, he fell in love…

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From The First Class to CBU Faculty: Meet Blair MacNeil P. Eng.

June 24, 2024

As a student enrolled in the first class of the College of Cape Breton (CCB), Blair MacNeil was among the…

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Gaelic Roots: John Howieson’s Semester Abroad at CBU

May 8, 2024

Far from the shores of Nova Scotia, John Howieson, known as Iain in Gaelic, travelled a long way from Scotland…

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Heart Remained at Home: Meet Tracey MacNeil

November 14, 2024

For Tracey MacNeil, Cape Breton has always been more than just home, it’s the heart of her inspiration and identity.…

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Lifelong Learning: Ryan Leil

March 15, 2021

Alumnus, Ryan Leil, was born and raised in New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. He now serves as the Deputy Chief of…

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Mental Health Tips from CBU Alumni Deborah Gillis

May 5, 2020

May 4-8 is Mental Health Week, a Canadian tradition during which communities, schools and workplaces rally to celebrate, protect and…

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National Police Week: Meet CBU Alumni Scott MacDonald

May 16, 2019

May 13 -19 is National Police Week and we are proud to have numerous Cape Breton University Alumni working in…

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Navigating Research in Algorithmic Healthcare Management: Meet Matthew MacLeod

December 4, 2024

Inspired by his thesis work during his final year at Cape Breton University, Matthew MacLeod’s passion for research has only…

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Never Giving Up On Her Dream: Meet Sherry Morgan

September 22, 2021

When Glace Bay’s Sherry Morgan sets her mind to something, she sees it through because she never gives up. Sherry’s…

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Overcoming Challenges and Finding a Voice: Meet Gordon Alley-Young

March 11, 2024

As we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Cape Breton University (CBU), we reflect on the remarkable journey that has shaped…

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Paving the Way with Tiannie Paul – The First Mi’kmaw Woman to Graduate from CBU’s Engineering Diploma Program

April 2, 2019

When Tiannie Paul crossed the stage on November 3, 2018, the entire audience at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre…

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Seize the Moment: Meet CBU Alumnus, Ikdeep Singh

July 22, 2020

On a sunny Saturday in November, 2019, Cape Breton University held its inaugural Leader’s Edge Conference, showcasing top leadership experts…

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The Eagar Brothers and The Tradition to Celebrate Simple Things in Life

June 7, 2024

In 1999, the Eagar brothers – Jeff, Chris and Steve – embarked on their first trip to India. Little did…

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Three CBU Alumni Among the First L’nu to Graduate from Law School

March 17, 2021

In November, 2020, Alumnus Trevor Bernard posted a Twitter photo. The photo showed Trevor along with Regional Chief Paul Prosper…

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Together Again – Meet the Peck Family

May 13, 2019

The Peck family grew up in the Sydney River area, but as the five children got older, they began to…

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Twins, Leaplings, Alumni: Meet Adam Young and Jennifer Williams

February 28, 2024

There are few things more rare than giving birth to twins on February 29. But this was exactly the case…

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Why I Give: Meet Hilda Tremblett

February 18, 2021

“I give to education because education changed my life.” In 1996, Hilda Tremblett created a memorial award in honour of…

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