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A Promising Athlete: Meet Promise Akachukwu

February 19, 2020

Promise Akachukwu and ten other Cape Breton University students are making history this weekend as they compete in CBU’s first…

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Along the Coast: Annabelle Bugay

January 30, 2020

Begin in Cape Breton and drive just about 1,720 kilometres down the coast and you’ll find yourself in Richmond, Virginia,…

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Alumnus, Leader and Entrepreneur: Meet Nagy Abdou

November 12, 2019

If the name Nagy Abdou sounds familiar to you, don’t be surprised. Since arriving at CBU in 2017 from Cairo…

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Back With a Vengeance: Meet Charlie Waters

November 13, 2019

Meet our friend from across the pond and striker for the Capers Men’s Soccer Team, Charlie Waters. Charlie is a…

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CBU Students Publish eBook to Help Fellow Teachers Adjust to Remote Education

April 9, 2020

When Cape Breton University Professor of Education, Rob Power, visited his office on Monday, March 16, his goal was to…

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Co-op Experience: Seizing Opportunity with Haley Whittle

January 21, 2020

Fourth-year Bachelor of Business Administration student, Haley Whittle, has accomplished a lot during her time at CBU. On top of…

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Come From Away Ceilidh: Not Your Typical Kitchen Party

November 7, 2018

Bachelor of Hospitality and Tourism Management (BHTM) students at Cape Breton University will be hosting Come From Away Ceilidh: Not…

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Developing the Skills for Success: Emily MacLennan

January 14, 2020

Emily MacLennan knows the value of getting involved on campus. A Bachelor of Business Administration student majoring in Marketing, Emily…

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From Toy Cash Registers to Business School: Meet Courtney DeGiobbi

June 17, 2020

Courtney DeGiobbi has had an interest in Business for her entire life. When she was little her favourite toy was…

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Get to know the CBUSU Executive: 2020/21

August 17, 2020

The mission of the Cape Breton University Students’ Union (CBUSU) is to represent you, the students of CBU, ensuring that…

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Giving Back Through BACS: Meet Shaniya Vance

February 25, 2020

Cape Breton University students know the importance of giving back to their community. For Bachelor of Arts Community Studies (BACS)…

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Hannah Kosick: Leading Through Sustainability

October 24, 2019

Cape Breton University student and environmentalist Hannah Kosick is making waves across Canada after finding her place in the Bachelor…

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How to Thrive Online: An Interview with Coleen Fraser

August 7, 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic has caused changes to nearly every aspect of our lives, including post-secondary education. As Cape Breton University…

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Inspired by Compassion: Beth Carmichael

December 12, 2019

Beth Carmichael is a Bachelor of Science, Nursing student in Cape Breton University’s Advanced Standing Program, but her educational journey…

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My CBU Story – Natalie Forgeron

November 2, 2018

This weekend will be doubly exciting for CBU student Natalie Forgeron, who will be receiving not one, but two university…

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My CBU Story: Dipanshu Grover

May 5, 2020

Dipanshu Grover always had a desire to study in an international environment with room for new experiences and opportunities. For…

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My CBU Story: Karly Bernard

May 6, 2020

What brought Karly Bernard to Cape Breton University was the promise of a small, close-knit campus and Indigenous course offerings…

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My CBU Story: Valedictorian Rebecca Bennett

May 8, 2020

Born and raised in Sydney Mines, Rebecca Bennett knew she wanted to stay close to her hometown after graduating from…

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Scholarship Success: Robyn Shibinette

February 5, 2020

Bachelor of Science, Nursing student Robyn Shibinette isn’t afraid to admit it –  when she received her scholarship to CBU,…

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Through the Lens: Meet Tom Joseph Scaria

January 9, 2020

Cape Breton University student Tom Scaria is exploring Cape Breton Island through the lens of his camera, and finds himself…

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