NAIT celebrates Class of 2025 with Convocation ceremonies

Published on June 18, 2025

(Edmonton) - NAIT is proud to celebrate the achievements of the graduating Class of 2025 with the polytechnic’s annual Convocation ceremonies taking place at Edmonton Convention Centre next week. More than 4,775 graduates from NAIT’s degree, diploma and certificate programs make up the Class of 2025. These graduates are entering the workforce at a pivotal time, as Alberta and Canada continue to face a shortage of skilled trades and technology workers. 

Some incredible accomplishments of the graduates include: 

  • Digital Media and IT graduate Vanessa Sueppmayer, who created BabyNest, a mobile app concept designed to provide medically accurate, peer-reviewed information to expecting and new parents, along with practical tools like baby trackers and appointment reminders. Learn more 
  • Construction Engineering Technology graduate Cherry Pagatalunan, who contributed to the restoration efforts in Jasper after the wildfire. Her skills, hard work, and dedication were quickly recognized, earning her a new job opportunity. Learn more
  • Industrial Heavy Equipment Technology graduate Nicholas Aubrey, an emerging leader in his field, who received the prestigious peer-nominated Golden Wrench award four separate times for his collaborative efforts with others. Learn more 

“We are proud to celebrate the remarkable achievements of the NAIT Class of 2025,” says Peter Leclaire, Vice-President, Academic. “Convocation marks the beginning of a new chapter—one where graduates bring their skills, experience, and ambition into their industries and communities. With a high-quality polytechnic education and hands-on training, they are well prepared to make an immediate and lasting impact.”   

Media opportunity 
All convocation ceremonies are open to media outlets. If you plan on attending, please coordinate with Media Relations prior to the ceremony date so interviews can be arranged. 

What: NAIT Convocation  

When: June 23, 24 and 25 

Monday, June 23 
10 a.m. - School of Health and Life Sciences 
2 p.m. - School of Media and Information Technology  
 
Tuesday, June 24  
10 a.m., 1 p.m., 4 p.m. - JR Shaw School of Business 

Wednesday, June 25 
10 a.m. - School of Construction and Building Sciences and School of Transportation 
2 p.m. - School of Energy and Natural Resources and School of Manufacturing and Automation

View ceremony schedule by program 

Where: Edmonton Convention Centre 
9797 Jasper Ave.  
Hall D 

Graduates will also hear from special guests during convocation ceremonies, including the 2025 honorary degree recipients. Each ceremony will be livestreamed on the NAIT website so family and friends living anywhere in the world can join the celebration in an accessible way. 

Media inquiries:
Veronica Jubinville  
NAIT Media Relations  
780-916-8307 
media@nait.ca

About NAIT  

The Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT) is a leading Canadian polytechnic, delivering education in science, technology and the environment; business; health and skilled trades. With more than 38,000 credit and non-credit students and a 98 per cent employer satisfaction rate, NAIT grads help fuel the economic engine of the province. NAIT also contributes to Alberta's prosperity by helping businesses and communities become more competitive through industry-driven applied research and corporate training. Recognized as one of Alberta's top employers, NAIT provides outstanding returns on investment for its graduates, industry partners, the provincial government and the people of Alberta.    

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