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Brandon University Student Blogs are now online!
Brandon University | November 17, 2006
Becoming a university student means dealing with a lot of change – a new educational system, new teachers and friends, and new choices to make around every corner!...[continue]

Bobcat Bulletin #2 - November 6 - 12, 2006
Brandon University | November 16, 2006
Marius led the Bobcats on the weekend to their first ever weekend sweep....[continue]

Mr. Glen Gatin appointed director of Campus Manitoba
Brandon University | November 16, 2006
Following an extensive search, Brandon's Mr. Glen Gatin has been appointed Director of Campus Manitoba, with a start date of December 1, 2006....[continue]

Brandon University's Dr. John Everitt Recognized for Outstanding Commitment to International Development
Brandon University | November 15, 2006
Dr. John Everitt, Professor and Chair of the Department of Geography at Brandon University, has been named the recipient of a Distinguished Service Award by World University Service of Canada (WUSC), a leading Canadian development agency....[continue]

Science Seminar Series presents BU's Dr. Bernadette Ardelli
Brandon University | November 14, 2006
On Tuesday, November 21 from 12:40 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Brandon University Science Seminar series will present a talk by Brandon University's Dr. Bernadette Ardelli, (Department of Zoology), titled Picking Sides in the Biological Arms Race: Parasites Are Winning the Battle but Who Will Win the War?...[continue]

Brandon University/Brandon University Faculty Association: Parties Settle Grievances - Brandon University, Jerry Hemmings and the Brandon University Faculty Association reach an amicable agreement
Brandon University | November 9, 2006
Brandon University, Professor Jerry Hemmings and the Brandon University Faculty Association are pleased to announce that all outstanding issues between Professor Hemmings and the University have been resolved....[continue]

BU Literary Speakers' Series presents multimedia poetry and art by Vancouver's Karen Moe and Catherine Owen
Brandon University | November 9, 2006
On Saturday, November 18 the Brandon University Faculty of Arts Literary Speakers' Series is proud to present a multimedia poetry/art performance titled Cusp/detritus, featuring a poetry reading Catherine Owen and images by Karen Moe....[continue]

Cellist presents pro series recital
Brandon University | November 9, 2006
As in previous years, Brandon is one of the stops on the Eckhardt-Gramatté (E-gré) National Music Competition first place winner’s tour....[continue]

Bobcats Introduce New Recruit and Community Program
Brandon University | November 9, 2006
Brandon University introduced the newest recruit to the Bobcat Athletic program on November 8 when "Bailey" the bobcat, the new mascot, made its debut in front of 160 energized students and staff members at Valleyview School....[continue]

Science Seminar Series presents BU's Dr. Pamela Rutherford (Department of Zoology)
Brandon University | November 8, 2006
On Tuesday, November 14 from 12:40 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Brandon University Science Seminar series will present a talk by Brandon University's Dr. Pamela Rutherford, (Department of Zoology), titled Skinks on a hot sand slope: habitat preference of the northern prairie skink (Eumeces septentrionalis)....[continue]

Dr. Jason Levy awarded Brandon University's first Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council grant
Brandon University | November 7, 2006
Dr. Jason Levy, a researcher and professor in Brandon University's Applied Disaster and Emergency Studies department, has been awarded a Natural Sciences and Engineering Council of Canada (NSERC) Strategic Project Grant, the first to be awarded to a Brandon University faculty member....[continue]

Indigenous Peoples' Centre: November 2006 Calendar of Workshops and Information Sessions
Brandon University | November 7, 2006
The Brandon University Indigenous Peoples' Centre, in conjunction with BU Student Services, will be offering the following workshops and information sessions during November 2006....[continue]

BU Receives New $10k Endowment In Business Administration
Brandon University | November 7, 2006
In support of Brandon University’s BU & YOU Campaign, Guild Insurance Brokers Inc. has made a $5,000 donation to BU’s Business Administration program....[continue]

Brandon University holds official opening of Convergys Learning Centre
Brandon University | October 27, 2006
On Thursday, October 26, Brandon University held an official opening for the Convergys Learning Centre, located in the John E. Robbins Library on the BU campus. The opening featured a short formal presentation and ribbon cutting followed by a reception and demonstration of some of the equipment in the room Brandon University Reference Librarian Rainer Schira. Among the attendees were Julie Hewitt, Brandon Site Leader for Convergys, Cheryl McLelland, Human Resource Manager, Convergys Brandon, Patrick Robineau, from MBNA Canada, Mike Dutka, Manager, Staples Brandon and His Worship Dave Burgess, Mayor of Brandon....[continue]

2006 E-Gré winner to perform at Mount Allison, Oct. 28
Mount Allison University | October 26, 2006
On Saturday, October 28, Mount Allison University’s music department will host a recital by cellist David Eggert, winner of the 2006 Eckhardt Gramatté National Music Competition, and pianist Walter Delahunt. The concert will take place in Brunton Auditorium and will begin at 8 p.m....[continue]

Brandon University and Assiniboine Community College Students Team Up for Second Annual Trick or Treat Halloween Food Drive
Brandon University | October 26, 2006
The Brandon University Students’ Union (BUSU) and Assiniboine Community College Students’ Association (ACCSA) will again be teaming up to canvas Brandon for non-perishable food items as part of their second annual Trick or Treat Halloween Food Drive. The food drive, which benefits the BUSU and ACCSA food banks, will be held on October 31 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Volunteers from BUSU will be going door-to-door in the west end of Brandon asking for donations of non-perishable food items, while volunteers from ACCSA will be canvassing the east end of the city....[continue]

Brandon University honours Alberta Star for contributions to Geology Department
Brandon University | October 26, 2006
On Wednesday, October 25, Alberta Star President Tim Coupland and Director Rob Hall visited Brandon University for a first-hand look at how the contributions made by their company have helped to support and expand teaching and research capabilities in the Faculty of Science's Geology Department....[continue]

Canada's Top Young Classical Musicians to Perform and Teach at BU
Brandon University | October 25, 2006
The 2006-2007 pro series continues with one of Canada’s fastest rising stars, cellist Denise Djokic. Denise was born in Halifax into a family of musicians – her father Philippe performed at the inaugural Clear Lake Chamber Music Festival this past summer, along with her brother, Marc....[continue]

BU School of Music Upcoming Events: November & December 2006
Brandon University | October 25, 2006
BU School of Music
BU School of Music
Upcoming Events: November & December 2006

  • BU School of Music pro series – single admission: $12.00/$8.00/$6.00
    Events whose dates appear in bold are sponsored by the School of Music....[continue]

    BU Visual and Aboriginal Arts Department presents The Horror Show at The Glen P. Sutherland Gallery of Art
    Brandon University | October 25, 2006
    On Wednesday, November 1, 2006 at 7:00 p.m. the Brandon University Visual and Aboriginal Arts Department will open Horror Show the latest exhibit at the Glen P. Sutherland Gallery of Art, located on Victoria Avenue between 20th Street and 21st Street (gallery entrance is on north side of building, facing the parking lot.)...[continue]

    Join is for the launch of the BU School of Music Standing Ovation Fundraising Campaign
    Brandon University | October 25, 2006
    Join us on Wednesday, November 1 from 2:40 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. as we launch the Brandon University School of Music "Standing Ovation" Fundraising Campaign in the Lorne Watson Recital Hall, located in the Queen Elizabeth II Music Building on the BU Campus....[continue]

    The dean's series features Canadian jazz greats
    Brandon University | October 25, 2006
    This season's second dean's series concert features an outstanding jazz quartet based in Toronto. Led by two of Canada's leading jazz musicians – saxophonist Mike Murley and pianist David Braid – this ensemble will present original compositions by the two leaders as well as by saxophonist Tara Davidson....[continue]

    Science Seminar Series presents BU Psychology professor Dr. Shannon Gadbois
    Brandon University | October 25, 2006
    On Tuesday, October 31 from 12:40 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Brandon University Science Seminar series will present a talk by Brandon University's Dr. Shannon Gadbois, (Department of Psychology), titled If You Let Me Play Sports ...Does Sports Involvement Always Correlate with High Self-Esteem? Dr. Gadbois' talk will take place in room 3-42 of the Brodie Sciences Building and is free of charge. All are welcome!...[continue]

    BU Faculty of Arts Liberal Arts Speakers' Series and Investor's Group present Frank O'Dea, co-founder of Second Cup
    Brandon University | October 25, 2006
    On Wednesday, November 15, Second Cup co-founder and self made business success Frank O'Dea will visit Brandon to give a presentation on The Spirit of the Entrepreneur for Brandon University students, Investor's Group Brandon clients and guests....[continue]

    Brandon University students participate in World Water Monitoring Day
    Brandon University | October 20, 2006
    On Wednesday, October 18, Brandon University Professor and Chair of Botany Dr. Bill Paton and several of his students participated in World Water Monitoring Day....[continue]

    Choral Ensemble from France to visit BU for music student exchange
    Brandon University | October 19, 2006
    From October 31st to November 4th, 2006, l’Ensemble vocal de l’Université de Poitiers will be in residence on the Brandon University campus as part of a music student exchange with the Brandon University Chorale....[continue]

    Join us for the Grand opening of the Brandon University Convergys Learning Centre
    Brandon University | October 19, 2006
    Join us on Thursday, October 26 at 2:00 p.m. for the official opening of Brandon University's new, state-of-the-art Convergys Learning Centre!...[continue]

    The 2006 BUSU/ACCSA Halloween Food Drive campus club competition
    Brandon University | October 18, 2006
    Calling all Brandon University campus clubs - your group could win up to $250.00 by trick or treating for non-perishable food items as part of this year's BUSU/ACCSA Halloween Food Drive!...[continue]

    The BU Women's Collective presents Women's History Month Lecture Series
    Brandon University | October 18, 2006
    October is Women's History Month, and in recognition, the Brandon University Women's Collective presents the Women's History Lecture Series...[continue]

    Science Seminar Series presents BU's Dr. Jeffrey G. Williams
    Brandon University | October 18, 2006
    On Tuesday, October 24 from 12:40 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Brandon University Science Seminar series will present a talk by Dr. Jeffrey G. Williams, Vice President (Academic and Research) at Brandon University, titled The Road to Relativity. Dr. Williams' talk will take place in room 3-42 of the Brodie Sciences Building and is free of charge....[continue]

    ASSESSING CARE IN MANITOBA’S NURSING HOMES
    University of Manitoba | October 17, 2006
    What quality indicators (QIs) can be used to measure care in nursing homes?...[continue]

    BU Political Science Club to host Mayoral Debate
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    The Brandon University Political Science Club is holding a mayoral candidates debate on the Brandon University campus. The debate will be held on Thursday, October 19th....[continue]

    National Choir Performs at Brandon University
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    "A national treasure"—Montreal Gazette"Beyond brilliant . . . Don't miss this choir"—Hamilton Spectator...[continue]

    Science Seminar Series presents Dr. Stephen Pistorius on 75 years of Medical Physics in Manitoba
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    On Tuesday, October 17 from 12:40 p.m. to 1:30 p.m., the Brandon University Science Seminar series will present a talk by Dr. Stephen Pistorius, Adjunct Professor in the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the University of Manitoba titled 75 years of Medical Physics in Manitoba—Roles, Responsibilities and Rewards....[continue]

    Rural Development Institute and BU Geography Department presents visiting railway expert Charles Bohi
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    On Monday, October 16 at 7:00 p.m., in Room 3-47 Brodie Building on the BU Campus, visiting scholar Charles Bohi will give a talk on The Rural Railroad Station as an Architectural Logo. The presentation in free of charge, and all are welcome to attend....[continue]

    The Brandon University Faculty of Arts and Balazee Productions present Tomson Highway: A Reading of His Work in Cabaret form
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    On Friday, October 20 and Saturday, October 21, the Brandon University Faculty of Arts and Balazee Productions will present Tomson Highway: A Reading of His Work in Cabaret Form at Brandon University's Lorne Watson Recital Hall (located in the Queen Elizabeth II Music Building on the Brandon University campus – 270 18th Street, Brandon)....[continue]

    BU's Dr. Chris Malcolm to be featured on CTV's Manitoba Moments
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    Brandon University Geography professor Dr. Chris Malcolm will be featured, along with one of his honours students, on an upcoming episode of CTV Television's Manitoba Moments, airing on Sunday, October 15 from 6:30 to 7:00 p.m., and again on Saturday, October 21 at 5:00 p.m. on CTV....[continue]

    Brandon University Women’s Collective to host "No Means No" Sharing Circle and Events
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    Beginning at 3:00 p.m. on Friday, October 13th, the Brandon University Women’s Collective will host a Sharing Circle and other events in the Mingling Area of the Knowles-Douglas Student Union Building at Brandon University as a part of the "No Means No" campaign against violence against women, date rape, and date rape drugs....[continue]

    Brandon University Alumni Association 2006 Alumni Awards
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    The Brandon University Alumni Association (BUAA) presented its 2006 Awards at the BU Fall Homecoming Banquet on September 30, 2006....[continue]

    Dr. Megumi Masaki appointed as Artistic Director of Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition
    Brandon University | October 12, 2006
    Brandon University School of Music Piano Professor and renowned performer Dr. Megumi Masaki has been appointed Artistic Director of the The Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition, effective in October 2007....[continue]


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