(This article first appeared in The Neepawa Banner on July 29, 2011)
Brandon, MB — Mark Williams was one of the more than 500 Brandon University (BU) students to cross the stage at the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium in early June.
Like many others, this graduate from Neepawa was closing one chapter of his life, while another was just on the horizon.
Monday, August 8, 2011
BRANDON, MB — The sixth annual Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival (CLCMF), under the artistic direction of concert pianist, Alexander Tselyakov, will run from Tuesday, August 23 to Sunday, August 28. This seven-concert Festival is an important part of Canada’s summer cultural calendar and in previous years, has entertained people of all ages.
Headlining the roster of top-notch guest artists is James Ehnes, whose international reputation precedes him and who makes his first appearance at the Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival.
Monday, August 8, 2011
Brandon, MB — For a second year, a six-concert series will showcase the talents of alumni — professional musicians who trained at Brandon University and now return to their alma mater to share their talents. Beginning this evening, the concert programmes will present a range of works, from the classical period to newly composed jazz pieces.
Wednesday, June 22, 2011
BRANDON, MB – Brandon Bobcats women’s volleyball head coach Lee Carter has rounded out his 2011-2012 recruiting class with a college transfer.
Alexis Loewen has committed to play for the Brandon University Bobcats starting this fall.
Friday, June 10, 2011
BRANDON, MB – Bobcats men‟s basketball coach Gil Cheung logged almost 4,900 kilometres on the recruiting trail in March, making stops in Halifax, Montreal, Toronto, Vancouver, and Langley over 13 days.
After announcing a pair of recruits from B.C.
Thursday, June 2, 2011
Brandon, MB — During the 100th Convocation at Brandon University, four outstanding Canadians — Ambassador Gary Doer, Dr. Ray Bollman, Dr. Buffy Sainte-Marie and Heather Bishop — will be acknowledged for their efforts and accomplishments, each receiving an honorary doctorate.
Each convocation ceremony will feature a valedictorian — Chris Pugh (B.Sc.
BRANDON, MB – Just as she ends one chapter of her life, graduating Bobcat Teagan Hunter is about to begin another. Hunter has agreed to play professional volleyball in Copenhagen, Denmark next season.
BRANDON, MB – The Bobcats ladies spring basketball league is set to go for another season. Games will begin Tuesday, May 10 at 5:00 pm in the BU Gymnasium.
BRANDON, MB – Brandon University is pleased to announce that Russ Paddock will take over as acting athletic director.
Paddock is a former Olympian and the current head coach of the Bobcats men’s volleyball team.
Friday, May 6, 2011
WINNIPEG, MB — Volleyball Canada is pleased to announce that the National Women’s Volleyball Team will be hosting Argentina for a four-game series in Manitoba at the end of June. Among the four formal matches, one is scheduled for Monday, June 27, at Brandon University.