Brandon University is deeply saddened by the passing of Murray Sinclair.
An Anishanaabe man who devoted his life to service, Sinclair was a former Senator, Manitoba’s first Indigenous judge, and a Companion of the Order of Canada.
A social and networking opportunity for African students in Brandon, the brainchild of a Brandon University professor, continues to thrive, with a recent picnic helping to kick off the fall academic term.
“We aim to foster meaningful connections, nurture a sense of belonging, and emphasize the importance of African cultural identity among students who are far from home” said Dr. Aloysius Anyichie, Assistant Professor in Education at BU and the founder of the project, called the Loy Excellentia Initiative.
The call of an owl becomes an omen for Eddie, a former residential school student in Brandon University professors Darrell Racine and Dale Lakevold’s new play Owl Calling. But what kind of an omen will it be for a man who has just opened up about his residential school experience?
A two-year research project focused on finding ways to improve Brandon’s active transportation and public space is celebrating a summer installation this year that vastly improved a vacant lot downtown.
Join us downtown and at the Riverbank!
Brandon University is shocked by the sudden passing of Cathy Merrick, the inspiring Grand Chief of the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs.
BU President David Docherty offered the following words:
We all grieve this loss.
Acclaimed author and radio host Dr. Brian Goldman will deliver a free public talk at Brandon University next weekend as part of BU Homecoming 2024.
In his talk, Dr. Goldman will speak about health care in Westman and the power of teamwork, including BU’s plans to host a medical school on its campus.
Six outstanding Brandon University (BU) alumni will receive awards during one of the highlight events of the BU125 Homecoming celebration in September. The awards will be presented during the Homecoming Dinner and Awards, to be held the evening of Saturday, Sept.
Talk about a job with no dress code.
A Brandon University art professor is looking for people willing to post nude for students in her Figure Drawing classes — helping students with an essential part of their education.
Brandon University President Dr. David Docherty has notified the BU Board of Governors that he will conclude his second term as President in early 2026.
After notifying the board, he shared the information with campus in an email and at both the campus-wide Fall Address and General Faculty Council.
The online ordering system for Brandon University Student ID cards is now open. Student ID card are your passport to many BU services and supports, including after-hours access to campus buildings and spaces, where required.