Support Team

Picture of Chelsea Harris-CarrChelsea Harris-Carr
Lentukwisk

Future Wabanaki Coordinator
charriscarr@stu.ca

 

Chelsea is Mi’kmaw, Wolastoqiyik and Celtic. She grew up in a military family with roots in Trout River, Newfoundland. She holds a diploma as an Aircraft Maintenance Technician from Algonquin College, a Bachelor of Integrated Studies, and is completing a Bachelor of Education from the University of New Brunswick.

 

In her role, Chelsea aids Indigenous students find meaningful experiential learning opportunities and work placements. She helps create cultural experiential learning activities for students, faculty, staff, and the º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ community at large.

 

“I hope to create a space where Indigenous students feel safe, supported,  and heard. Through this position I have the honour of helping Indigenous students find meaningful internships, community experiences, and sharing our beautiful Wabanaki culture.”

 

Bailey SappierBailey Sappier

Indigenous Student Services Coordinator

bsappier@stu.ca

 

Bailey is a Wolastoqey/ Peskotomuhkati/ Acadian woman from unceded and unsurrendered Wolastoqey territory in Fredericton, NB. Her Community ties are in Tobique First Nation (NB), Indian Township (Maine) and Campbellton (NB). Bailey Graduated from º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ earning a Bachelor of Arts Degree with Honours in Native Studies and a Certificate in Experiential Learning and Community Engagement. Prior to being in this position, Bailey worked as a Project Officer for the Indigenous Support and Awareness Office with Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada. 

 

"I am passionate about offering support, guidance, and tailored programming to elevate the experiences of Indigenous students and empower their academic achievements."

 

Sonja PerleySonja Perley

Nikanahtpat/Director – Indigenous Initiatives  

sperley@stu.ca 

 

Sonja Perley oversees Indigenous student support services, including the Wabanaki CentreIndigenous Experiential Learning, and campus programming. Responsibilities include contributing to the Senate Committee on Reconciliation, supporting the Elder-in-Residence, and Indigenous Experiential Learning Coordinator. Sonja earned a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Social Work from º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½, and a Masters in Education from UNB.

 

“Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming space for Indigenous students, envisioning it as a home away from home, and building on existing supports.”

 

Graydon Nicholas


Chancellor of St. Thomas University and Endowed Chair in Native Studies 

graydon@stu.ca 

The Hon. Graydon Nicholas, Order of New Brunswick, was the 30th Lieutenant Governor of NB (2009-2014) and the first Indigenous person to hold this office. He is Chancellor of St. Thomas University and the Endowed Chair in Native Studies at º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½.