As the BU community is aware the ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) software implementation project, initiated in 2020, did not achieve its expected outcomes. To address this, an independent review has been planned to review the project’s challenges, identify lessons learned, and guide future initiatives.
Author: Grant Hamilton
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Brandon University is saddened to learn of the passing of William “Bill” Potter, a dedicated educator, librarian, and former Chair of BU’s Board of Governors. Bill passed away on February 15, 2025, at the age of 84.
A proud BU alumnus, Bill earned both his Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Education degrees here before going on to a distinguished career in school libraries.
The Government of Canada today recognized Chanie Wenjack as a person of national historic significance, sparked by a student’s public history project at Brandon University.
Wenjack was an Anishinaabe boy from Marten Falls First Nation in northern Ontario who lived for three years at the Cecilia Jeffrey Indian Residential School near Kenora.
Brandon University is saddened to learn of the passing of Dr. Damir Mirkovic, Professor Emeritus of Sociology, who passed away on February 17, 2025, at the age of 91.
Dr. Damir Mirkovic
Dr. Mirkovic served as a professor of sociology for 31 years until his retirement in 2000, when he was honored with the title of Professor Emeritus. His scholarly focus on the sociology of genocide, particularly in the Balkans during WWII, contributed to global academic discourse and inspired generations of students.
Brandon University and Assiniboine College partnered with the Brandon Chamber of Commerce for a conference-style event, ConnectED, that offered more than 100 students the opportunity to connect with local industry. Using a “speed dating” model, the half-day conference matched students with industry experts in their areas of interest, giving them dedicated facetime to ask career questions, gain insider tips and tricks, and build their personal networks.
A Brandon University expert on experiential education, professional networking, and launching youth into successful careers will take her message to Brandon’s business class at a Brandon Chamber of Commerce luncheon this month.
Cora Dupuis, Co-ordinator of BU’s Co-op Program, will deliver the keynote address at the Brandon Chamber’s February Luncheon, this Thursday, Feb. 20. It’s the first time in recent memory that a Brandon University faculty member has taken the stage as a keynote speaker at a Chamber luncheon.
At Brandon University, everyone belongs.
Today, Brandon University and the Brandon University Faculty Association jointly reaffirm a shared commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, including related principles of Indigenization, decolonization, and reconciliation.
Brandon University has hit another significant milestone for this year’s BU Co-op program, with 56 students participating—the largest cohort in the program’s seven-year history. This achievement highlights BU’s commitment to providing students with industry experience and professional development.