UNB recognizes Irving Oil for mentoring students through experiential learning
Dean Devashis Mitra (left) and UNB President & Vice-Chancellor Dr. Paul Mazerolle (right) present the Certificate of Appreciation to Chris Mahar, Director of Talent Management, accepting on behalf of Irving Oil – recognized for its outstanding commitment to mentoring and supporting UNB business students through experiential learning.
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Irving Oil was recognized by Springboard member University of New Brunswick with for its exceptional commitment to experiential learning and student success 36th Annual Business Awards Dinner.
This recognition builds on a strategic partnership between UNB and Irving Oil that has spanned more than 10 years, strengthening opportunities for students and advancing shared priorities in talent development.
The business dinner the faculty’s most distinguished event honouring student achievement, alumni excellence and community support.
“Together, we celebrate a community committed to excellence and impact. Partners like Irving Oil provide opportunities, resources and real-world connections that empower our students.”
Dr. Paul J. Mazerolle, UNB President and Vice Chancellor
Each term, the company offers placements across diverse business disciplines, participates in orientation sessions and helps students bridge the gap between academic learning and professional expectations. Their inclusive approach supports students whether they have a clear career direction or are still exploring, often leading to full-time roles and long-term success. Irving Oil has been named among Canada’s Top 100 Employers for ten consecutive years and stands out for consistently supporting BBA Co-op students.
Experiential learning is a defining strength of UNB’s business programs. Through the Co-op program, students apply classroom knowledge to real-world challenges, gaining confidence, building networks and often launching their careers immediately after graduation. This is possible because of partners like Irving Oil, who go beyond offering placements by mentoring students with care, sharing expertise and creating pathways for growth.
University of New Brunswick is a member of the Springboard Network of 19 universities and colleges in Atlantic Canada. Our goal is to grow the economy through industry engagements and through the commercialization of research.