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September 2023
Century of Psychiatric Nursing – Homecoming Reception
No charge, light refreshments provided This year, 2023, marks the 100th anniversary of psychiatric nursing in Canada and the 25th anniversary of the first graduation of Psychiatric Nursing from Brandon University. Historic photographs and artifacts are displayed in the Curve Gallery on the second floor of the John E. Robbins Library at Brandon University. Join us Thursday, Sept 14, from 3:00 to 4:00m, when Dr. Beverley Hicks will join us, speaking to highlights of this 100-year journey of the psychiatric…
Find out more »Langar@BU
Come on down to the Kavanagh Courtyard at noon and enjoy a free vegetarian meal sponsored by the Sikh Community of Brandon. The main objective of Langar is to establish oneness and equality in humankind. This unique concept was the first of its kind in the world, started in the Punjab region of India and now it’s all over the world whereever Sikhs have their Gurdwaras (temples). Langer (meal) is served free of charge to anyone regardless of religion, caste,…
Find out more »Homecoming beer garden
Enjoy a refreshing pause with friends between Homecoming activities! Join us in Bailey’s for a come-and-go casual Beer Garden to check out some of Brandon's best local beer.
Find out more »Trivia Night
Bring a team or find one when you get here to compete for the Stanley Knowles Cup!
Find out more »Brandon Chamber Players, Stories from Central Asia and the Caucases featuring David Braid
Stories from Central Asia and the Caucases feat. David Braid Works by Canadian composer and pianist David Braid David Braid - Piano Cathy Wood - Clarinet Serkan Alagök - Bassoon Kerry DuWors - Violin Madeline Hildebrand - Piano Ticket information available here: https://brandonchamberplayers.ca/
Find out more »Observatory Viewing
For people who want to see the beautiful fall colours of Brandon from above, and watch the sunset and catch the moon through the telescope,
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BUGA Games Day
The Brandon University Gaming Association is hosting a video game party in the Student Lounge in the Mingling Area!
Find out more »PrairieCon Games Day
PrairieCon is hosting a Games Day at BU! Games Days have no registration, slots, or pre-arranged games – just drop in and play! All are welcome to join, please bring your own games to share and play. The drop-in nature of the event tends to lend itself best to board games, but we often have all kinds of other games going on. PrairieCon is a not-for-profit organization that has been promoting gaming in a friendly and non-competitive environment for over…
Find out more »Public Lectureship — Robert Saik
Robert Saik Renowned ag thinker and futurist Robert Saik will present a free public lecture on the future of food during Brandon University Homecoming 2023. “A core group of farmers will be called on to grow the vast majority of the world’s staple food supply, and while mighty in their ability they need support from the general public,” says agriculturalist Robert Saik, a renowned thinker and futurist with deep roots in Westman. Saik points out that demographic trends foresee a…
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