Section: Students

Alumni

Brandon University, Assiniboine, and Chamber partner on conference for students, industry

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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.

Community Engagement

‘Fabric of community’ woven through Confidence Closet success

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Pop-up shop will return March 25

Brandon University’s inaugural Confidence Closet has demonstrated the power of community partnership in supporting student confidence, access, and sustainability in career preparation.

Delivered as a collaboration between the BU Co-op Program and the Faculty of Education Field Experience Office, the pop-up shopping experience provided students with access to professional attire in a welcoming, low-barrier environment while promoting reuse and responsible consumption.

Community Engagement

Brandon University marks Black History Month with campus and community events

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Brandon University will mark Black History Month in February with a series of events designed to foster learning, mentorship, and celebration, featuring nationally recognized scholar Dr. Bukola Salami and a student-focused community celebration led by the Loy Excellentia Initiative.

“Black History Month gives us an important opportunity to learn together and to reflect on how institutions can better support Black students and communities,” said Cheryl Fleming, Diversity and Human Rights Advisor at Brandon University.

Alumni

Meet Brandon University’s first McCall MacBain Scholarship finalist

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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.

Students

‘Confidence Closet’ at Brandon University helps students shine in interviews

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The Brandon University community is coming together to help students step confidently into upcoming interviews for Co-op opportunities, Field Experience, and early career roles. The BU Confidence Closet, led by the Faculty of Education’s Field Experience Office in partnership with the BU Co-operative Education Program, will provide students with free access to gently used professional clothing.

Community Engagement

New BU Co-op season launches with record numbers and expanded programming

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Brandon University’s Co-operative Education (Co-op) Program has officially launched ‘Co-op Season’ with an annual Co-op Kick-Off followed by a series of signature events, enhanced workshops, and community collaborations that support student career development and employer engagement.

This year, the eighth for the program, marks a milestone.