Smashing the stigma around mental illness, literally
On Tuesday, October 29, in the Quad, Jack.Org UNBSJ Chapter will be hosting a very powerful event in hopes of smashing the stigma around mental illness. At this event, people will write negative words or phrases commonly around mental health on pumpkins in either...
2020 UNB Fall Convocation to go virtual
Though initially planned to be in-person, both UNB campuses’ fall convocations will be held virtually, as announced on October 8. Both Saint John's and Fredericton’s ceremonies will now be held on Saturday, November 7.
Important information for graduates
If you are interested to know who will...
Chroma New Brunswick to host 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusive allyship workshops
Chroma NB is a community organization that works on advocating for the 2SLGBTQIA+ people of the Saint John area.
They work to promote initiatives and highlight problems faced by the 2SLGBTQIA+ community. Moreover, Chroma NB seeks to address the queer community’s needs.
What are their...
Saint John Transit suspends fare collection, buses temporarily free
Saint John Transit has responded to the COVID-19 pandemic by increasing the safety of passengers by taking extra precautions.
On Thursday, March 19, Saint John Transit passengers are being asked to enter the bus using the rear doors, with the exception of those with disabilities,...
Changes to syllabi, accommodations, exams, academic calendar
On Friday, March 20, UNB announced the changes to the remainder of the school year that will be occurring as a result of current events.
"This is an unusual time - in fact, an extraordinarily unusual time - not just for UNB, but for...
Colonel Tucker’s Campus Bar temporarily changed to La Pizzeria
The Thomas J. Condon Student Centre has been undergoing a makeover since the start of 2020, but most students haven't seen these changes because COVID has them stuck at home.
Previously, Colonel Tucker's Campus Bar was separate from the Whitebone Lounge, which is often used...
A brief history of the Black Lives Matter movement
The Black Lives Matter hashtag has erupted over social media within the last few months. It's been seen all over Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook, and has been used all over the world.
Black Lives Matter has now turned into a movement, with protests on the...
History of the UNB Saint John Campus
The UNBSJ campus opened its doors for the first time in 1964, though it’s hard to believe the university is nearing its fiftieth anniversary. In recent years, the university has added the Hans W. Klohn Commons, a sculpture and made various renovations on campus. The following is...
Bridge the gApp comes to New Brunswick
Bridge the gApp, a website that offers information about mental health services for adults and youth, is now available to New Brunswickers as of December 21, 2020.
What the website offers
Bridge the gApp is a website that focuses on providing information and guidance about mental...
The City of Saint John’s Artist in Residence program
The Saint John Community Arts Board has welcomed three artists to participate in the City's Artist in Residence program, which will see each artist explore and expand upon their creative process through various art mediums.
What is the Artist in Residence program?
The Artist in Residence...