‘This is my second chance at life’: Grad rediscovers Indigenous roots, becomes first in her family to earn a degree

Master of Health Studies grad Kethra Stewart hit rock bottom in her 20s. Today, she’s an Indigenous scholar, musician, triathlete, and role model to her daughter.

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Photo gallery: Athabasca University convocation through the years

Convocation has always been the biggest party of the year at Athabasca University. Check out our photo gallery from convocations past and get ready to celebrate the Class of 2025 on June 5 and 6!

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Two-time Olympian checks off another goal: AU grad

Dahria Beatty spent 16 years working toward her Olympic dream. Now she’s about to cap 12 years of part-time study at Athabasca University.

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Energy innovator and Indigenous leader to be honoured at Convocation 2025

Honorary degrees for Joy Romero and Cadmus Delorme will recognize accomplishments like no other in energy innovation, Indigenous leadership at Convocation 2025.

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I have a healthy future thanks to AU, says eldest grad in Class of 2025

Judy Obee was 70 years old when she enrolled in Athabasca University's Bachelor of General Studies program to keep her mind sharp. On June 6, she joins the Class of 2025 as AU's eldest graduate.

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Love of learning keeps four-time grad studying into retirement

Lifelong Learning Award winner Anne Kustra’s passion for online learning allowed her to pursue higher education while working full time.

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From struggles to success: Building lasting connections

James McInnes (Master of Business Administration ’25) has spent much of his life searching for his purpose. Now as an entrepreneur and recent Athabasca University graduate, he’s helping others build community by empowering authentic connection.

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‘AU didn’t just open the door to higher education—it welcomed me in,’ says communication grad

Class of 2025 grad Jennifer May-Anderson shares how online learning helped her thrive personally and professionally in the field of communications.

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AU grad finds her calling in heritage work

Courtney King turned a childhood love of the past into a career preserving cultural belongings and stories across Canada’s North.

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AU grad one of the youngest elected officials in Canadian history

Bachelor of Science grad Justin Morrison says AU’s flexibility helped him balance councillor role with his studies.

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Business student’s startup helps families connect to past through DNA genealogy

AU Bachelor of Management grad and Trouvay founder Bradley Pierson is on a mission to help families trace their roots, find truths.

AU grad finds her calling in heritage work

Class of 2025 grad Courtney King turned a childhood love of the past into a career preserving cultural belongings and stories across Northern Canada.

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‘This is my second chance at life’: Grad rediscovers Indigenous roots, becomes first in her family to earn a degree

Featured news

Photo gallery: Athabasca University convocation through the years

Two-time Olympian checks off another goal: AU grad

Energy innovator and Indigenous leader to be honoured at Convocation 2025

I have a healthy future thanks to AU, says eldest grad in Class of 2025

Love of learning keeps four-time grad studying into retirement

From struggles to success: Building lasting connections

‘AU didn’t just open the door to higher education—it welcomed me in,’ says communication grad

AU grad finds her calling in heritage work

AU grad one of the youngest elected officials in Canadian history

Business student’s startup helps families connect to past through DNA genealogy

AU grad finds her calling in heritage work

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