What's Next: Class of 2022
At STU, you will be surrounded by a supportive community of faculty, staff, and peers. Our liberal arts approach will give you the theoretical and practical foundations to help you succeed after graduation. Small class sizes and ample opportunities to gain experience throughout your degree—from on-campus jobs, internships, clubs and societies, and volunteering—will help you develop key skills and make connections in your area of interest.
Haley Brown, Jamaica
Studied: Economics and Political Science
What's Next: TD Bank’s Market Risk and Model Development Team
“STU has fully prepared me to navigate all these opportunities effectively to achieve my highest aspirations. All the great students, staff, and professors I’ve developed bonds with, I wish I could pack them and take them with me on my new journey.”
Paytra Waibel, Canada
Studied: Human Rights, Criminology, Psychology
What's Next: Dalhousie Schulich School of Law
Olivia Desroches, Canada
Studied: Communications and Public Policy, Psychology, Criminology
What's Next: Marketing and Communications Coordinator for Envision Saint John
"With both in-class and real-world experience, I was well prepared for this opportunity and know my time at STU made me stand out as an applicant. There is something so special about being immersed every day in such a supportive and welcoming community."
Da Pan, China
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Teaching math or science in the Fredericton area
“STU's Bachelor of Education program helped me understand the newest educational theories and develop practical skills to use in the classroom. I was able to learn critical theories and apply them in my practicum, which made me confident in my ability to succeed as a teacher.”
Patrice Cammarano, Canada
Studied: Communications and Public Policy, Economics, Business
What's Next: Master's in Business Administation at Dalhousie University
“STU gave me an amazing foundation that I am excited to enhance with more business knowledge through my MBA.”
Hannah Rudderham, Canada
Studied: Journalism, Fine Arts, Communications and Public Policy
What's Next: Summer internship with CBC New Brunswick
Khanh Do, Vietnam
Studied: Economics, Political Science, Business
What's Next: Venture for Canada Fellowship Program
"The liberal arts education at STU has provided me with the theoretical and practical foundation I need to succeed after graduation. STU is truly ‘the small university of big opportunities.’”
Breanna McLean, Canada
Studied: Sociology, Native Studies
What's Next: Bachelor of Education at the University of New Brunswick
Andrew Lanteigne, Canada
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Supply teaching in Miramichi
"The program has allowed me to see the positive impact I can make on my students, as well as the importance of being a lifelong learner. Our professors showed us why this profession can be so rewarding and gave us the tools that we need in order to be the best educators that we can be.”
Hannah John, India
Studied: Political Economy, Communications and Public Policy, Human Rights
What's Next: Master's in Public Policy at the Institut d'études politiques
"STU's small class sizes and the ability to have close working relationships with professors helped me greatly in understanding my academic strengths and challenges and hone them in a way that enabled me to reach where I am today.”
Kayley Graham, Canada
Studied: Criminology, Psychology
What's Next: Youth Support Worker
Natalia Rodriguez, Costa Rica
Studied: Economics, Communications and Public Policy
What's Next: Project Coordinator with Stiletto Consulting
"My on and off-campus jobs at STU allowed me to learn that I wanted to work in an area focused on community and economic development, where I could continue to support the community on a larger scale."
Brianne Durant, Canada
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Teaching English and Social Studies in Saint John
“Throughout both degrees, I've come to meet some of my best friends at St. Thomas. It’s a campus that drives connection, and that is especially the case for the education program.”
Natasha Gionet-Youssef, Canada
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Teaching kindergarten in the Francophone South school district
"The thing I will miss the most about STU is the close bonds built with my professors and peers; it's truly a close-knit community."
Orion Jemberu, Ethiopia
Studied: Economics, Mathematics, Psychology
What's Next: Master's in Quantitative Economics through the Erasmus Mundus Joint Program
"I’m confident I’m headed in the right direction and hopeful about all the possibilities that are open to me."
Cassidy Martin, Canada
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Teaching in the Anglophone South School District
“STU prepared me for my next steps by teaching me useful skills for beginning and developing my career. The program did a great job teaching me how to be a professional and getting me career ready.”
Rowan Little, Canada
Studied: English, French, Philosophy
What's Next: Bachelor of Education at the University of New Brunswick
Emily Cordero, Canada
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Teaching Grade 3 French immersion
"In this program, I developed practical skills that can be used in the classroom such as time-management, flexibility, collaboration, and adaptability.”
Megan Gibson, Canada
Studied: Political Science, International Relations, Spanish, Human Rights
What's Next: Communications Intern with Education Development Centre Zambia for Youth Challenge International
"My education at STU really helped me to get this position and I am very thankful for my professors as well as my mentors at the Experiential Learning Office who guided and helped me throughout my four years."
Alec Pellerin, Canada
Studied: Economics
What's Next: Chartered Financial Analyst program in Melbourne Austrailia
"I started at STU as a mature student, and I didn't really know what I wanted to do. I took a first-year economic course and it will forever be one of the most memorable moments of my life. Economics taught me so much over the years and it will help me to pursue my academic goals in Australia."
Jasmine Gidney, Canada
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Supply teaching in Fredericton
"I’ve learned being adaptable is one of the most important skills as a teacher. With the support of my classmates, professors, and mentor teacher, I’ve thrived and learned so much about the world of education.”
Hana Delaney, USA
Studied: Psychology, Communications, Journalism
What's Next: Master of Science, Strategic Communications program at The London School of Economics
Laura Prichard, Canada
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Working as a supply teacher
“I felt so supported during this program. I developed connections with my professors, who were extremely approachable as colleagues and peers. They were always reaching out and supporting me in any way they could.”
Victoria Young, Canada
Studied: Political Science, International Relations, Criminology
What's Next: Master's in Political Science at the University of Alberta
"The confidence that STU has instilled in me has enabled me to better contribute to the greater good of Canadian society and has put me on the path to a rewarding career in foreign affairs."
Darla Saunders, Canada
Studied: Bachelor of Education
What's Next: Teaching position at Nackawic High School
"Every aspect of STU’s education program has been designed to help us succeed as new teachers. The program gives us the knowledge and tools that we need to be effective in the classroom and to help our students thrive.”
Jaime Sherwood, Canada
Studied: Fine Arts
What's Next: Counselling and Psychotherapy program at Yorkville University