Rajat Malik came to Canada from Uttarakhand, India, with a strong foundation in Mechanical Engineering from Graphic Era University. In 2023, he completed his Graduate Certification in Project Management at Algoma University’s Brampton campus — a decision that would profoundly shape both his personal and professional journey.

When Joseph Tubbs first stepped onto Algoma University’s campus in Sault Ste. Marie, it wasn’t just for academics. He came as a recruit for the Thunderbirds varsity basketball team—but he left with so much more than memories of the game.

Meet Kernesha Baird, an Algoma University Alumni whose journey from Trinidad to Canada has been one of ambition, service, and strength. A proud graduate of the Bachelor of Business Administration program with a specialization in Accounting and Human Resources in 2015,

The Algoma University Distinguished Alumni Award recognizes the accomplishments of an Algoma University Alumni who has reached a pinnacle of personal and professional achievement in their chosen field. The 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award was presented to Lisa Vezeau-Allen (BA English ‘94) at this year’s Spring Convocation Ceremony in Sault Ste.

The Algoma University Alumni Achievement Award acknowledges the professional, civic, and personal accomplishments of Algoma University alumni who graduated within the last ten years. The 2025 Alumni Achievement Award was presented to Dr. Hannah Caicco (BA English / History ‘19) at this year’s Spring Convocation Ceremony in Sault Ste.

From Algoma University in Sault Ste. Marie to the global stage, Justin Fiacconi (BA Political Science ‘21) has carved a path that blends curiosity, passion, and purpose. After completing a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science he went on to earn two master’s degrees at Carleton University—first in International Affairs and then in Journalism.