Curiosity drives change, fuels new ventures, and pushes people to rethink what's possible. In this issue of Alumni News, we celebrate the doers, dreamers, and risk-takers who took their curiosity to the next step and turned ideas into impact.

Like Mike Kennedy (BScF'03, MScF'06), who uses data-driven solutions to address environmental and social needs; and Kumaran Thillainadarajah (D-TME'08), whose tech became a global leader in productivity solutions for food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. UNB's commitment to discovery and entrepreneurship has helped launch a number of ventures and shaped leaders who drive change. 

I believe innovation and curiosity are mindsets that question whether there's a better way forward and who might benefit from it. David Thibodeau (BPhi1’16) uses sport to advance inclusion and social policy. Julia Dharma Long (BBA’90) supports first responders’ mental health. And Seema Sanghavi's (BEd’06) social enterprise supports food security initiatives worldwide.

Whether leading companies, mentoring students, shaping policy, or serving your community, your work matters and improves lives. Thank you to everyone who contributed to our 100,000 Reasons to be Proud campaign. Many of your stories are featured in this issue, online, and in our newsletters, with more to come. We love hearing about your work and the impact you are making. Each of you is one of the 100,000 reasons we are proud to call you part of the UNB alumni family. Stay connected and keep sharing your stories with us. 

Natalie Montgomery (BBA’99)