Brandon University will welcome 10 new graduate students from Ghana to study rural development over the coming four year, thanks a new international scholarship fund called the Canadian International Development Scholarships: 2030 (BCDI: 2030). The total value of the scholarships is $448,271.78.
Author: Grant Hamilton
A pair of Brandon University Bobcat alumni are coming off the bench for their best assist yet. Jill and Warren Watt, who each played for their respective Bobcat basketball squads in the late 1980s at BU, have generously donated $200,000 to support future generations of student-athletes.
“Both on and off the court, Bobcat student-athletes are committed to their teammates, to our campus, and to our community.
Date: Thursday, Feb. 8
Time: 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Location: Evans Theatre, BU
Brandon University will host a viewing of the movie “UnCharitable” next month, sparking dialog around the ways philanthropic giving is regulated, and exploring ways to unlock the power of the charitable sector.
Brandon University has issued an open call for artists interested in creating a unique new work that will be presented to graduates at Convocation 2024 in the spring.
For this recent tradition, BU works with an artist each year to create a piece of art that is in some way reflective of that academic year.
The 18th annual Da Capo Conference for music educators is returning to Brandon University on Saturday, Jan. 20.
The all-day workshop of professional development opportunities for pre-service and current music educators is organized by BUSMEA, the Brandon University Student Music Educators Association, who are music education students creating professional development opportunities through workshops and other related events.
“BUSMEA is excited to welcome Alexis Silver as the keynote speaker for this year’s conference, who will present a session titled The Value of Teaching with Values,” said Abby Petersen, President of BUSMEA.
A new book by one of Brandon University’s most visible academics aims to help more researchers connect with the wider public with strategies to engage with the media.
Dr. Christopher Schneider is a sociology professor at Brandon University known not only for his broad expertise in policing and social media and in defining sexual misconduct, but also for his willingness to share that knowledge through the media.
It’s been a strong end to 2023 for Brandon University geography professor Dr. Doug Ramsey, who teaches in rural development.
Following two significant awards in November, from his geography peers, Dr. Ramsey capped the year by being named to the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries Corporation board of directors.
Some of Brandon University’s most dedicated employees were celebrated this week at the annual Long Service Recognition event, held in Harvest Hall.
Employees marking significant career anniversaries of at least 10 years were individually called up to receive a commemorative pin and have their photo taken.
A $100,000 new audio-video recording studio at Brandon University will power podcasts, immersive videos, and live-streaming of research, faculty, and student success.
“Brandon University is home to really inspiring people who are doing innovative and inspiring things, but it’s not always been easy to share our work as widely as it deserves,” said Dr. Heather Duncan, BU’s Associate Vice-President (Research).
Brandon University’s annual staff and faculty Holiday Luncheon netted a $2800 donation to Brandon–Westman Christmas Cheer today. Since the tradition began nine years ago, the Holiday Luncheon has raised a total of $29,668 for Christmas Cheer.