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The oath of office has been taken, and the official academic robes have been draped over her shoulders. Brandon University has formally installed Dr. Christine Bovis-Cnossen as President and Vice-Chancellor.
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Brandon University has unveiled its official 2026 Convocation artwork, a luminous and deeply personal piece by Manitoba artist Betty Sawatzky that captures the iconic Clark Hall beneath a vivid display of northern lights.
The artwork, titled Under the Northern Lights, Crowning over a Century of Discovery, was created using alcohol inks on ceramic tile, which is a medium known for producing flowing, dreamlike textures and intensely vibrant colour.
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Longtime community leader, physician, and Brandon University supporter Dr. Bill Myers was honoured Wednesday with the Brandon University Foundation Honorary Trustee Apex Award, the Foundation’s highest recognition for meritorious service and outstanding leadership.
The award was presented during the Brandon University Foundation Annual Luncheon, held at the Victoria Inn.
“I think this award is primarily one for longevity,” Dr. Myers laughed, adding that he was proud to be in his fifth term serving the Foundation.
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The Brandon University Foundation has reached a historic milestone, surpassing $100 million in total assets for the first time in its history. This follows a banner year of donor support in 2025, with new high-water marks for donations to the Annual Fund appeal and disbursements back to Brandon University for academic, institutional, and student support.
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One of Brandon University’s most distinguished alumni, Brian Pallister, has been named to the Order of Manitoba.
Pallister is a double alumnus of BU, earning a Bachelor of Arts in 1975 and a Bachelor of Education in 1978.
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Chris Hunt at the Brandon Chamber of Commerce Business Achievement Awards evening.
Brandon University alumnus Chris Hunt has been named one of Brandon’s Top 4 Under 40 by the Brandon Chamber of Commerce at their Business Achievement Awards evening this week.
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At Brandon University, the impact of co-operative education is on full display through alumni who are investing in the next generation of talent.
Local lawyer Jason Stitt, with Burch Law, has built a strong track record of hiring Co-op students, and retaining them.
Brandon University students had a unique opportunity to connect with one of Canada’s leading economic voices when alumna Carolyn Rogers, Senior Deputy Governor of the Bank of Canada, returned to campus late last month.
While in Brandon to speak at the Brandon Chamber of Commerce Economic Outlook Luncheon on March 26, Rogers also generously made time to meet directly with BU students in an intimate, interactive session.
Assiniboine College and Brandon University teamed up once again with the Brandon Chamber of Commerce to host ConnectED, a conference-style event that matched more than 80 students with dozens of professionals in fields they’re interested in.
Students rotated through 30‑minute mentorship rounds, hosted by one to two industry leaders, where they could ask questions and build meaningful connections with a variety of professions and sectors. Following the afternoon sessions, students joined members of the community and fellow alumni from both institutions for a come-and-go mixer.
Brandon University’s Aimée Schmidt (BSc’25) will soon journey to Montreal as a national finalist for the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill.
Established with a landmark $200-million gift in 2019, the McCall MacBain Scholarships are Canada’s largest leadership-based scholarships for master’s and professional studies.