Nate Cadieux: Embracing Opportunity

Nate Cadieux is a first year SPAD Student from Winnipeg, Manitoba, who is a centre back for the Laurentian Voyageurs Men's Soccer Team

Seamus Doherty: From The Pitch To The Track

I recently had the pleasure of sitting down and interviewing Seamus Doherty to tell his story in an article for my Sport, Media, and Communications class. Seamus is a 2nd year Laurentian University student and he is on the cross-country/ track and field team. We talk about his injury, what drives him, and how he got to where he is now.

Navigating the Intersections: A Journey Through SPAD and Beyond With Janelle Utting

Meet Janelle Utting, a recent 2022 SPAD grad from Ottawa Ontario, who loves the world of sport and business. Read along and learn about this incredible young women’s journey through SPAD and beyond.

Sophie Tremblay: Skiing is Happiness

From skiing for hot chocolate to competing against the best in the country. Discover how Nordic skiing has shaped Sophie into the person she is today.

Vincent Palladino: Teeing Off to Greatness

Vincent competing at the National championship for Laurentian University at FireRock golf course “It’s not about perfection, it’s about the effort, and when you bring that effort to the game every single day, that’s when perseverance happens. That’s how change happens.” Where it all began Ever since I was a kid, I've had a deep …

Avery Blanchard – From Hometown Kid to University Talent: My Journey

While everyone else was playing Hockey or doing Figure Skating, I wanted to play the fastest game on ice; Ringette. Thinking back to 4-year-old me and how far along I’ve come while being able to stay close to home. Growing up in the same town as the University I proudly represent has been a remarkable …

Carter Grenier: My Journey to Team Canada

Carter Grenier’s journey in soccer is an example of the evolution that young athletes usually go through as they develop versatile skills. It is common for young soccer players to try out different positions before settling into one. Carter is a local soccer player, and he started his journey as a striker at the age …

Andrew Weber: Enjoying the Grind

Andrew Weber is a third year student on the Laurentian University baseball team who is from Elmira, Ontario. He never expected to be playing university baseball but has gained valuable experience from it.

Montana Rank: Never Stop Improving

I sat down with Fleming College's OCAA Championship All Star, Montana Rank, where she shared her impressive story of passion for contact sports from her early days growing up in London, Ontario to today.

Lisa Zinsbacher, Four thousand miles away from home

I was fortunate enough to have the opportunity to interview an international student from Germany and sports administration alumni, Lisa Zinsbacher. Lisa's career aspirations as well as her journey during her time in SPAD and her experience in Canada will be discussed throughout. As an international student, what made you decide to come to Canada, …