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Conferences

Music education conference coming to Brandon University

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The 18th annual Da Capo Conference for music educators is returning to Brandon University on Saturday, Jan. 20.

The all-day workshop of professional development opportunities for pre-service and current music educators is organized by BUSMEA, the Brandon University Student Music Educators Association, who are music education students creating professional development opportunities through workshops and other related events.

“BUSMEA is excited to welcome Alexis Silver as the keynote speaker for this year’s conference, who will present a session titled The Value of Teaching with Values,” said Abby Petersen, President of BUSMEA.

Publications and Projects

New book by Brandon University prof will help scholars reach the public

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A new book by one of Brandon University’s most visible academics aims to help more researchers connect with the wider public with strategies to engage with the media.

Dr. Christopher Schneider is a sociology professor at Brandon University known not only for his broad expertise in policing and social media and in defining sexual misconduct, but also for his willingness to share that knowledge through the media.

Research

BU makes research available to wider audience though experts list

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A new tool has been launched to help Brandon University (BU) researchers share their expertise with media, industry, government and colleagues.

The Office of Research Services has partnered with Information Technology Services at BU to develop a searchable online list of experts, highlighting their areas of interest as well as their availability for taking inquiries from the media and public or for research collaborations.

Awards and Recognition

Triple honours for Brandon University geography professor

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It’s been a strong end to 2023 for Brandon University geography professor Dr. Doug Ramsey, who teaches in rural development.

Following two significant awards in November, from his geography peers, Dr. Ramsey capped the year by being named to the Manitoba Liquor and Lotteries Corporation board of directors.

Campus Updates

New recording studio at BU will broadcast cutting-edge research and more

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A $100,000 new audio-video recording studio at Brandon University will power podcasts, immersive videos, and live-streaming of research, faculty, and student success.

“Brandon University is home to really inspiring people who are doing innovative and inspiring things, but it’s not always been easy to share our work as widely as it deserves,” said Dr. Heather Duncan, BU’s Associate Vice-President (Research).