Category: Health Studies

In preparation for the initiation of its new Master of Psychiatric Nursing (MPN) in January, the Brandon University Board of Governors has approved the graduate program’s tuition fees in the amount of $600 per three (3) credit hour course.
The MPN program is designed for professionals who are seeking advanced practice roles in administration, clinical practice or education.

The School of Health Studies is pleased to announce the following faculty and staff who have joined us over the summer.
Indigenous Health and Human Services/First Nations and Aboriginal Program:

Dr. Kathryn Irvine, Assistant Professor, effective June 1, 2010
Dr. Alanaise Goodwill, Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2010
Tania Munroe, Indigenous Student Advisor, effective September 7, 2010

Nursing Department:

Nancy McPherson, Assistant Professor, effective July 1, 2010
Krista Carberry, Instructional Associate, effective August 16, 2010

Psychiatric Nursing Department (Brandon Site):

Edward Aquin, Assistant Professor, effective August 1, 2010
Karen Batson, Instructional Associate, effective August 1, 2010
Carrie Sokolan, Instructional Associate, effective August 16, 2010

Psychiatric Nursing Department (Winnipeg Site):

Pamela Carlyle, Instructional Associate, effective August 16, 2010
Rebecca Yakiwchuk, Instructional Associate, effective August 16, 2010

School of Health Studies:

Michelle Clark, Office Assistant, effective August 16, 2010.

LORNE WATSON (1919 – 2010)
  Lorne Watson was Director of Music at Brandon College/University from 1948 to 1981. A pivotal figure in Brandon and Manitoba, he was a major presence in Canadian music until his death at age 90 in January, 2010.

BRANDON, MB – Brandon University is proud to announce that James Ehnes has been appointed a Member of the Order of Canada by Her Excellency the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, Governor General of Canada.
  For his accomplishments as a concert violinist, who began violin studies at the age of four and who has received acclaim both in Canada and abroad.

Brandon, MB – The Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition for the performance of Canadian and contemporary music is pleased to announce its 2010 prizewinners:  
1st Prize – Claudia Chan
2nd Prize and City of Brandon Prize – Andrea Lodge
3rd Prize – Christopher Morano
Audience Choice Prize – Everett Hopfner

The annual “E-Gré Competition,” now in its 33rd year, took place in Lorne Watson Recital Hall at the Brandon University School of Music April 30 to May 2. This year’s competition was for pianists. Nine semi-finalists performed public recitals on April 30 & May 1, after which three were chosen to advance to the finals and perform completely different programs on May 2.
  Focusing on Canadian and contemporary music and exceptional performance, the E-Gré Competition was created as a tribute to composer and pianist/violinist Sophie-Carmen Eckhardt-Gramatté.

BRANDON, MB – Brandon University’s Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing (BScPN) program was honoured with a special award Thursday evening in Winnipeg.
  The College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM) bestowed upon the faculty, a Special 50 th Anniversary Award, as a thank you for the significant contribution made towards the profession in Manitoba.

BRANDON, MB – The 2009-2010 pro series continues with a recital featuring three School of Music faculty members. Pianist Kyung Kim will be collaborating with clarinettist Catherine Wood and ‘celllist Leanne Zacharias.