Alumni

New Brunswick Community College (NBCC) is pleased to celebrate Emilija Salapura, a first-year Practical Nurse student, as the inaugural recipient of the NBCC Alumni Trailblazer Bursary. From a young age, Emilija knew she wanted a career in health care. Today, through the Practical Nurse program, she is developing the hands-on skills and clinical experience needed to pursue that goal. The Alumni Trailblazer Bursary was created to support first-generation learners like Emilija, … Read more

When Alyssa Oram walks into class at New Brunswick Community College (NBCC), she’s not just preparing for her future and a career, she’s continuing a family legacy of care that began more than 40 years ago. In the winter of 2026, the Pharmacy Technician student was named a recipient of the NBCC Alumni Family Scholarship. Since 2016, NBCC Alumni has proudly awarded this scholarship to celebrate students who follow in the footsteps of a family member who previously studied … Read more

Micaela Hachey, a Behaviour Intervention Mentor with a school district in Miramichi, NB, is the kind of person who makes you feel seen the moment you meet her. Whether she’s coaxing a nervous student to try again, cheering on a rookie rugby player, or steadying a paddleboard for a hesitant first-timer, she radiates the kind … Read more

Marlene Thompson, a Human Resources professional, brings a laugh that warms a room and a smile that could quickly put anyone at ease. She is the kind of person who fills a room with welcome, someone who has built a life around opening doors and creating belonging, a trait Marlene witnessed from her parents again … Read more

Using her heart as her compass, Kathleen ‘Kat’ LeBlanc’s compassionate drive has led her on a journey that is transforming how New Brunswick, and beyond, supports individuals experiencing homelessness. Growing up in a close-knit family, Kat’s deep-rooted values around family fueled her decision to pursue higher education at NBCC. Reflecting on this choice, she shares, … Read more