Four STUdents named FutureNB and FutureWabanaki Award Winners

STUdents Chanté Laverlot, Jazna Ward, Juliane Martin and Noah Deas have been selected as FutureNB and FutureWabanaki Student Excellence Award recipients. e awards are given on an individual basis to students in New Brunswick who have demonstrated excellence in experiential learning through their university.

“My internship made me want to participate more within the Fredericton community and the community at STU. e new things I learned and skills I gained will continue to be with me throughout my life.”

— Chanté Laverlot, who interned at e Ville Cooperative

“It was a very enriching and rewarding experience. I was able to harness multiple tools while I did my internship, including running a website, handling all social media posts, and managing communications between our director and other organizations. I was able to do it under Indigenous supervision which gave me a lot of con dence.”

— Jazna Ward, who interned with the Indigenous Tourism Association of New Brunswick

“My internship enhanced my experience at STU, giving me con dence in my communication skills. It has also helped me to be a more thoughtful person and has taught me more independence.”

— Juliane Martin, who interned with the John Howard Society of Fredericton

“My internship placement helped to put the various skills and lessons I’ve learned during my degree so far to practice in a supportive environment. My experience during my internship has made me a better student, leader, and artist.”

— Noah Deas, who interned with Solo Chicken Productions •