Meet the recipients of the
Proudly UNB Awards
2026
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SANDRA (SANDY) J. KITCHEN-BREWER AND EARL A. BREWER

Alumni Award of Honour

Sandra (Sandy) J. Kitchen-Brewer (BA’94, MA’08, DLitt’24) and Earl A. Brewer (BA’70, LLB’74, DLitt’24) are social activists and community supporters whose contributions have impacted education, food security, arts, health, and social innovation across New Brunswick.

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JANET I. BRIAUD

Alumni Award of Distinction

Janet I. Briaud (BPE’73) is an entrepreneur and financial adviser who has built a nationally respected firm grounded in integrity and client-first values.

She is known for steady leadership and a strong commitment to her clients and community.

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HON. SCOTT A. BRITTAIN

Alumni Award of Distinction

The Hon. Scott A. Brittain (BA’00, LLB’03) has built a distinguished career marked by academic excellence, diverse legal practice, and public service.

An advocate and committed leader, he has made lasting contributions to the legal profession, UNB, and his community.

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ANTHONY (TONY) J. NOBLE

Alumni Award of Distinction

Dr. Anthony (Tony) J. Noble (BSc’83) is an astro particle physicist specializing in neutrino research and dark matter experimentation.

Through international collaborations, he has helped position Canada as a leader in physics research.

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ALISON FOX-ROBICHAUD

Alumni Award of Distinction

Dr. Alison Fox-Robichaud (BSc’83) is a critical care medicine physician and researcher whose work has advanced sepsis science, clinical practice, and medical education in Canada and beyond.

Although her career has taken her across Canada, she maintains strong ties to New Brunswick and UNB.

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ALEXANDRE A. HAYWARD

Young Alumni Achievement Award

Alexandre A. Hayward (BScE’23) competes at the highest levels in international para-cycling, in both road and track, and ranks among Canada’s leading para-cyclists.

Currently, he’s working as a project engineer, while training full time, with his sights set on the 2028 Paralympic Games.

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GENEVIEVE M. JULIEN

Alumni Volunteer of the Year

Genevieve M. Julien (BBA’09, MEd’19) leads transformative work in higher education in the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago.

Driven by a passion for empowering others, she connects students with mentorship, community engagement and meaningful pathways to achieve their academic and professional goals.

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UNB’S MEN’S AND WOMEN’S 2025 SOCCER REUNION COMMITTEE

Alumni Group of the Year

UNB’s Men’s and Women’s 2025 Soccer Reunion Committee brought generations of soccer alumni back together for a weekend that celebrated legacy, connection, and community.

Their leadership strengthened ties between past and present players, while raising meaningful support for the future of the soccer program.

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