Photo Essays

Nearly four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, members of the Fredericton community gathered in front of the Legislative Assembly of New Brunswick to honour those lost and call for continued support for Ukraine. (Polina Kozlova/AQ) About 100 people braved the winter cold, wrapped in blue-and-yellow flags and holding handmade signs. For many attendees, the rally was both a public demonstration and a personal act of remembrance. (Polina Kozlova/AQ)

On Feb. 13, before Valentine's Day, the St. Thomas University Black Student Association (STUBSA) hosted a social event where Black students could come together to make connections outside of the classroom.  (Malachi Lefurgey/AQ) To break the ice, the STUBSA handed out questionnaire bingo sheets, where everyone must go around and mark someone who crosses out the specific box. For example, “someone who was born in July.”    Though the event started quietly with groups huddled t

As Sustainability Month wraps up, students reflect on what they’ve learned and prepare to take that energy for the protest on October 29. ( Jennifer William/AQ) Hosted by STU Sustainability, St. Thomas University marked its first-ever Sustainability Month, led by Kamylle Bonenfant, a psychology and environmental studies student.  From upcycling workshops and community clean-ups to critter dipping at the Ferris Street Wetland, the month-long initiative encouraged students to l

The dance floor was packed as students from across STU joined the celebration, making it one of the liveliest campus events of the...

Every week, the Beaverbrook Art Gallery opens its doors not just to showcase art, but to create it. (Jennifer Williams/AQ) Inside, the...

Th e Harvest Music Festival is a renowned community event that builds connections, culture and music from all around...

<p>On March 17, St. Thomas University students, faculty and community members gathered to celebrate Iftar, the evening meal that marks the end of fasting during Ramadan. Held in James Dunn Hall, the event brought together a diverse group of attendees, fostering unity and cultural appreciation through food, conversation and shared experiences.</p>

<p>On March 15, the St. Thomas University International Student Association (STUISA) hosted their annual Multicultural Fair in the Kinsella Auditorium. This is a fundraising event with all proceeds going to bursaries for international students, featuring artistic performances, a traditional fashion show and a food fest with 14 dishes from all around the world. Alejandra Baca, [&hellip;]</p>

<p>In partnership with the African Caribbean Society at UNB, St. Thomas University&#8217;s African Caribbean Society planned an African wedding event last Saturday, Feb. 8. The idea originated from the STU executive board that wanted to showcase African culture to the Fredericton community. Miriam Udoh, the president of the STU African Caribbean Society, said the board [&hellip;]</p>

<p>On Jan. 10, The CAP transformed into a hub of energy and creativity in downtown Fredericton as STU Musical Theatre hosted a fundraiser to support its upcoming productions. The event was a vibrant mix of music, dancing and camaraderie, showcasing the community’s support for the arts. </p>

<p>On Oct. 5 the Demonic Brilliance Film Festival (DBFF) had its last screening at the Theatre New Brunswick&#8217;s Open Space Theatre. This festival is open to all horror enthusiasts who are eager to start off the month of October with jumpscares and Halloween candy. Jared Carney, DBFF&#8217;s director, started this initiative online during the pandemic. [&hellip;]</p>

The Harvest Music Festival included many street performers, who played a wide range of genres from folk music to jazz and blues. (Fernanda Sanchez/AQ) One of the main attractions of the Festival was the art workshops offered to families and their children. People of all ages could enjoy the outside weather while making arts and [...]

<p>One of the most interesting Little Free Libraries that are scattered all around Fredericton is located at the Victoria Health Centre on Brunswick Street. Not only because of its location but also because of the many books that have come and gone through it over the years. Nancy Morin, one of the staff occupational therapists [&hellip;]</p>

The Harvest Music Festival included a wide arrange of street performers, varying some of the genres trough folk music and blues to artistic performances. (Daniel Salas/AQ) One of the main street performers that was part of harvest, was the one man band act that mixed juggling, fire breathing, guitar playing and more for the many [...]

<p>The St. Thomas University International Students Association hosted a Valentine&#8217;s bingo night on Feb. 7 at the off-campus lounge in James Dunn Hall, where students played for a chance to win a dinner for two at a restaurant in downtown Fredericton. The Aquinian&#8217;s photo editor, Daniel Salas, got some photos &#8220;B4&#8221; it got too chaotic.</p>

<p>St. Thomas University held Mid-Winter Celebrations from Feb. 3 to 5, which celebrates the sleep of Mother Earth, when snow covers the land as a blanket of protection and nourishment. During this time of restoration, organizers honoured the femininity of the winter solstice and celebrated when life slows down. The Aquinian&#8217;s photo editor, Daniel Salas, [&hellip;]</p>

<p>The Beaverbrook Art Gallery celebrated its new collection of pieces on Jan. 28. The Aquinian’s photo editor, Daniel Salas, took pictures of the event.</p>

<p>ENACTUS St. Thomas University hosted a sustainability swap on Jan. 19 as part of its Spring Up Initiative, which allowed students to get new items in exchange for stuff they no longer want or use. The Aquinian’s photo editor, Daniel Salas, attended the event to dig for treasure.</p>

<p>St. Thomas University&#8217;s welcome back winter carnival, held from Jan. 11 to 13, brought together the campus community for events ready to melt away any second-semester blues. The Aquinian&#8217;s photo editor, Daniel Salas, went to check it out.</p>

<p>The St. Thomas University Jazz Ensemble held its end-of-semester on Nov. 30 in Kinsella Auditorium at Margaret Norrie McCain Hall. Band members, including vocalist Olivia LaPointe, entertained audiences with the classic big band and modern jazz, Latin rhythms and even a few Christmas favourites. The Aquinian&#8217;s photo editor, Daniel Salas, stopped by.</p>