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Ale Navas
Acting Program Lead in Experiential Learning
George Martin Hall 302A
506-460-0360
Ale is from Managua, Nicaragua. She holds a Bachelor of Arts with honours in International Relations and a major in Economics from STU (2021).
In her role, Ale works with students as they explore career interests by connecting them to meaningful and relevant internship opportunities, and helping them discover the versatility and employability of a liberal arts degree in a professional setting.
"STU is known as the small university of big opportunities, and it is truly wonderful to work with students as they go through their career journeys, identifying their career interests and goals while engaging in these opportunities through the Office of Experiential Learning and Career Development."
Erin Feicht
Career Development Advisor
George Martin Hall, 302
(506) 452-0423
Erin grew up in Canterbury, New Brunswick and moved to Fredericton in 2006 to attend St. Thomas University. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (2010) with Honours in English and a Minor in Psychology as well as a Bachelor of Education (2011).
As the Career Development Advisor, Erin provides students with the individualized support and guidance needed to explore different kinds of jobs and develop an action plan that will help them reach their career goals. Through one-on-one meetings and workshops, students receive support with things such as finding employment opportunities, job search strategies, resume writing, interview preparation and networking.
“I absolutely love getting to know each student and helping them realize the many possibilities that come from their time at STU. My goal is to guide students in their career exploration and professional growth so that they are fully prepared to successfully enter the workforce upon graduation.”
Rafaella Ortega
Student Outreach and Engagement Lead
George Martin Hall 302
Rafaella is a third-year student from Brazil, Rio de Janeiro. She is double-majoring in Communications & Public Policy and Journalism with a minor in Digital Media. She has worked in the Experiential Learning and Career Development Office for a year as a Communications and Event Assistant. Now she works as a Student Outreach & Engagement Lead.
In her role, she helps organize on-campus events to increase student engagement, produces the office's podcast, speaks with students to address their questions, facilitates event planning, manages social media, and supports the Experiential Learning and Career Development team in overall programming.
"The Experiential Learning and Career Development Office has assisted me through every job I've had and has given me the tools and support necessary to navigate the workforce. I'm so happy that I get to do the same for other students and help them thrive."
Chelsea Harris-Carr
Lentukwisk
Future Wabanaki Coordinator
charriscarr@stu.ca
506-452-2119
Chelsea is Mi’kmaw and grew up in a military family in Oromocto. She is a Matthews with roots in Trout River, Newfoundland. She holds a diploma in Aircraft Maintenance Technology from Algonquin College, a Bachelor of Integrated Studies, and a Bachelor of Education at the University of New Brunswick.
In her current role, Chelsea supports Indigenous students in finding meaningful experiential learning opportunities and work placements. She also helps develop cultural learning activities for students, faculty, staff, and the broader STU community.
“I am committed to creating a space where Indigenous students feel safe, supported, and heard. Through this role, I have the privilege of helping students access valuable internships and community experiences, while also sharing the rich Wabanaki culture.”