Events

Alumni and Friends Reception — Winnipeg
2024-06-20 17:00 (America/Winnipeg) | St. Charles Golf and Country Club, 100 Country Club Blvd, Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3K 1Z3, Canada
Alumni and Friends Reception
Thursday, June 20th — 5 p.m.
St. Charles Country Club
100 Country Club Blvd., Winnipeg, MB

Please RSVP to alumni@brandonu.ca or 1.877.282.4483 by Wednesday, June 12th

BU Alumni Association Annual General Meeting
2024-06-19 17:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Clark Hall, Room 104, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Please register in advance by emailing alumni@brandonu.ca by Friday, June 14.
If you’re interested in joining the Alumni Association board, please email brownn@brandonu.ca with a brief bio.
The meeting will also be available by ZOOM.

Pride Week: Pride in Politics with MLAs Logan Oxenham and Lisa Naylor
2024-06-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Gathering Space, John E. Robbins Library, Canada
Thank you to the Brandon and District Labour Council for organizing Pride in Politics for Brandon Pride Week 2024! This panel will take place in the Gathering Area in the John E. Robbins Library located on the Brandon University campus.
The goal of this event is to reach out to the 2SLGBTQI+ community and affirm that there is a place in politics. During the last year, right here in Brandon and Manitoba, the 2SLGBTQI+ community has been at the center of attacks, including attempts to ban certain books in the Brandon School Division. This ongoing situation has heightened awareness of the political power held as voters, the importance of the democratic process, and why getting involved is so important.
This event aims to further engage the community, empowering individuals to assert their political agency and possibly pursue a political future. Two politicians, Lisa Naylor and Logan Oxenham, will share their journeys as activists and their paths in politics, providing insights and inspiration.
Join in the sharing of experiences and explore ways to collectively shape a more inclusive and representative political landscape.
This event is free with no registration required.
More details on Brandon Pride events: https://www.bdnpride.ca/

Bike to Work Day ride
2024-06-11 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Winnipeg) | MB
We’re celebrating Bike to Work Day on Tuesday, June 11, 2024. The BU campus is well located for bicycle commuting, as it’s right on the city’s Share the Road route, and the new active transportation bridge on 18th Street makes for an easy connection over the railway tracks.
Whether you’re an everyday rider, an occasional pedallist, or just looking to try a ride to to BU for the first time, you’re invited to join a short small group ride to from downtown to Brandon University.
Share the word — it’s more fun to ride in a group!
Meet us at 9 a.m. (ride to start at 9:15 a.m.) at the Westman Immigrant Services building at 10th and Pacific, and we’ll ride up 10th Street and over to Brandon City Hall, then down Louise Avenue to the BU Healthy Living Centre. Some riders will then return to WIS.
The ride should take well under an hour, even with socializing.

Pride Week: Guitar Art exhibition, with Wendy Friesen
2024-06-10 18:00 - 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Tommy McLeod Curve Gallery, John E. Robbins Library, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Join artist Wendy Friesen for a talk and tour of her ‘Guitars’ exhibition on display in the Curve Gallery, upstairs in the John E. Robbins Library at Brandon University.
Friesen’s Guitars is a pop art exhibit representing themes of rock and roll, healing, community, inclusivity, and Pride. This series brings together miniature guitars, both replicas and original conceptions, constructed in detail, evoking a sense of celebration and joy. Hand constructed in mixed media, Guitars draws in the viewer in with playful delight, then focuses attention on finer details in thought-provoking ways. The exhibition is interspersed with Friesen’s poetry – written on many subject matters, but primarily about her personal queer experiences and queer advocacy. Information on the Westman Empowerment Fund is also shared as part of the exhibition.
This event is free with no registration required.
More details on Brandon Pride events: https://www.bdnpride.ca/

Pride Week: Storytime and Supportive Parenting Workshop with SERC
2024-06-10 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Winnipeg) | John E. Robbins Library
Held in the John E. Robbins Library Gathering Space and Convergys Lab
2STLGBQ+ Supportive Parenting Workshop
The Sexuality Education Resource Centre (SERC) staff invite parents and caregivers to learn more about supporting the 2STLGBQ+ youth in their lives and want to be more informed! Topics covered in the workshop will include: language, terminology, how to support someone who comes out, and resources and supports available in-person and online.
2STLGBQ+ Story Time
While caregivers attend the workshop, youth and littles are welcome to participate in story time and crafts with SERC staff!
This event is free but registration is required for both the workshop and story time, please email rachealw@serc.mb.ca to sign up!
More details on Brandon Pride events: https://www.bdnpride.ca/

Gerry Friesen Book Launch
2024-06-10 10:30 - 12:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Gathering Space, John E. Robbins Library, Canada
Join the Centre for Critical Studies of Rural Mental Health for coffee and conversation with Gerry Friesen. This event is a launch for Friesen’s new book, The Recovering Farmer.
The Recovering Farmer chronicles his journey through anxiety, depression, and addiction to a place of improved mental health—and even, sometimes, happiness.

BU in the Brandon Travellers' Day Parade
2024-06-08 11:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Traveller’s Day Parade Starting Point, 600 Rosser Ave., Brandon, MB, Canada
Staring at the corner of 6th St. and Rosser Ave.

Join in with the BU Float!

http://www.travellersdayparade.com

Convocation 2024 — Arts
2024-05-31 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Healthy Living Centre, 2010 Louise Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 0L4, Canada
Congratulations! Convocation is the ceremony during which your degree will be bestowed and is the culmination of your undergraduate and graduate education at Brandon University. It is a special and dignified occasion that marks the formal recognition of your hard work and accomplishment. Be proud!
Ceremonies will be held at the BU Healthy Living Centre according to the ceremony schedule below.
2024 Convocation schedule:

Thursday, May 30, 10 a.m. — Faculty of Science and School of Music (includes Music/Education concurrent)
Thursday, May 30, 2 p.m. — Faculty of Education (includes Physical Education and Arts/Education integrated)
Friday, May 31, 10 a.m. — Faculty of Health Studies
Friday, May 31, 2 p.m. — Faculty of Arts

You should arrive at the HLC one hour before your ceremony time.

Convocation 2024 — Health Studies
2024-05-31 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Healthy Living Centre, 2010 Louise Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 0L4, Canada

Convocation 2024 — Education
2024-05-30 14:00 - 16:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Healthy Living Centre, 2010 Louise Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 0L4, Canada

Convocation 2024 — Science and Music
2024-05-30 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Healthy Living Centre, 2010 Louise Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 0L4, Canada

Our Journey - Celebrating Indigenous Student Success
2024-05-29 11:00 - 20:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Riverbank Discovery Centre, 545 Conservation Drive, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 7L8, Canada
Celebrations from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., and from 5 to 8 p.m.
BU graduates may e-mail the Indigenous Peoples’ Centre at IPC@BrandonU.ca to register.

Haroon Siddiqui: My Name Is Not Harry
2024-05-25 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Gathering Space, John E. Robbins Library, Canada

Profs in Pubs: Bee U
2024-05-23 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Chez Angela Bakery and Cafe, 29c 10th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 4E4, Canada
Dr. Deanna Smid
Brandon University’s Bee U project is launching its honey with a special event at Chez Angela downtown, on Thursday, May 25, starting at 7 p.m.
Dr. Deanna Smid, one of the Bee U coordinators, and a professor of English and Creative Writing at BU, will deliver a brief talk called “Bella and Jack Bring Back the Bees, and so can you?!”. Based on a children’s book that was given away free by Honey Nut Cheerios, Dr. Smid finds themes of fear, blame, and hope as drivers of ecological change. As part of her research, Dr. Smid studies bees as symbols in literature from medieval times through to science fiction.
Bee U will also have a display of beekeeping equipment at Chez Angela, for members of the public to experience hands-on, including full beekeeping suits — try one on and get a photo!
Chez Angela is producing a limited run of honey-glazed cronuts for the evening with Bee-U honey. This year’s batch of honey is a light and sweet-tasting honey that features apple blossom and canola notes. Jars of 500 grams are also available at Chez Angela for sale, at $15 apiece. The low price is partially thanks to Westoba Credit Union, who sponsored the glassware.
This event is part of Brandon University’s occasional “Profs in Pubs” event series, bringing audience-friendly presentations to a casual environment.

GAC-MAC-PEG 2024 Geosciences Conference
2024-05-19 08:00 - 2024-05-22 17:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
The Geological Association of Canada, Mineralogical Association of Canada Annual Conference, in conjunction with the 10th International Pegmatite Symposium (GAC-MAC-PEG 2024), is scheduled to take place in Brandon from May 19th to May 22nd, 2024.
This national conference is anticipated to convene 400-500 geoscientists, industry professionals, government representatives, and students from both Canada and beyond. With a focal point on economic geology and critical mineral exploration, subjects integral to the economic growth and resource management of our province, this event promises to be a pivotal gathering for our community.
The conference is also providing free educational opportunities for school groups and families. Email Brandon2024@BrandonU.ca for more information.

Mini U Open House
2024-05-15 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Healthy Living Centre, 2010 Louise Avenue, Brandon, MB, R7B 0L4, Canada
Mini U is having an Open House on Wednesday, May 15 from 3 to 6 p.m. This event is free and open to everyone and will take place at Brandon University, in the basement of the Healthy Living Centre.
Stop by and learn more about Mini U and try out our:

Robots
Digital Music
Science Experiments
Junior Activities
& more!

Stop by and enter a draw to win one free week of camp!
For more information, please call 204-727-7311 or email miniu@brandonu.ca .

Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition, 47th edition, STRINGS: Violin, Viola and Cello
2024-05-10 - 2024-05-12 | Brandon, MB, Canada
Left to Right (Danielle Green, Justin Saulnier)
Left to Right (Tiffany Yeung, Juliana Moroz)
Astrid Nakamura
This year’s finalists are:
Danielle Greene: Native of St. John’s, Newfoundland, Danielle is currently a tenured member of the Edmonton Symphony Orchestra violin section. Danielle has performed with many ensembles across the country, including the Alberta Baroque Ensemble, Calgary Philharmonic, l’Orchestre de l’Agora, Tafelmusik, National Arts Centre Orchestra,Symphony Nova Scotia, and the Newfoundland Symphony Orchestra, to name a few. Danielle holds degrees from the University of Toronto and the Glenn Gould School of The Royal Conservatory. Her primary teachers include Jonathan Crow, Barry Shiffman, Erika Raum, and Teng Li. Danielle was winner of the University of Toronto Concerto Competition, and two-time winner of the Glenn Gould School Chamber Music Competition. In 2022, Ms. Greene won 2nd prize at the Orford Award Competition, and her quartet was invited to the Wigmore Hall String Quartet Competition in London, England.
Juliana Moroz: Named to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s “30 under 30” in 2021, Winnipeg cellist Juliana Moroz is increasingly recognized as a rising young artist in North America. After receiving her Bachelor’s in Music degree from the Robert McDuffie Center for Strings, she is currently pursuing her Master’s degree in Music at Rice University with Brinton Averil Smith. Noted performances and awards include her solo debut with the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra at age 15, a 2020 winner at the Women’s Musical Club’s McLellan Competition for solo performance with the Winnipeg Symphony, and the 2017 Aikins Memorial Trophy at the Winnipeg Music Festival, the Festival’s highest prize for instrumental performance. Juliana has attended the Aspen Summer Music Festival, Morningside Music Bridge Program, Orford Arts Festival, Rome Chamber Music Festival, and was a participant in the inaugural Josef Gingold Chamber Music Festival in Miami, Florida. An avid chamber musician, Juliana has performed with acclaimed chamber musicians’ violinists Amy Schwartz-Moretti and Robert McDuffie, pianist Orion Weiss, and violist of the Emerson Quartet, Lawrence Dutton. Her former teachers are Yuri Hooker and Andrea Bell. She loves to play with her family as a member of the JAGD Quartet and baking desserts, especially macarons.
Astrid Nakamura: Originally from Toronto, Astrid Nakamura maintains an expansive performing career as a chamber, solo, and orchestral violinist. With sustained roles in a diverse array of ensembles and organizations, she is dedicated to collaborating with the leading musicians and composers of our time. Most recently, Astrid was invited to perform in Geneva at the U.N.’s AI For Good Global Summit in May. Devoted to her community in Houston, she regularly instructs education outreach at public schools, and has performed a variety of multidisciplinary concerts in partnership with organizations such as the MD Anderson Cancer Center, NobleMotion Dance, and the University of Houston BRAIN Center. Astrid is currently pursuing her master’s degree with Kathleen Winkler at Rice University on full scholarship from the Dorothy Richard Starling Foundation. She plays on the c.1830 ’Eckhardt-Gramatte, Joachim’ Georges ChanotI violin, generously on loan from the Canada Council for the Arts Musical Instrument Bank.
Justin Saulnier: Justin Saulnier is an 18-year-old Canadian violinist. He made his orchestral solo debut at age 12 with the Ottawa Chamber Orchestra and has since performed with the Montreal Symphony Orchestra, Canada’s National Arts Center Orchestra, The Pembroke Symphony Orchestra and the Ottawa Youth Orchestra. He has also been invited to play with the Orchestre Metropolitain under the baton of Yannick NezetSeguin this spring. Justin has received many awards, notably the first prize in the NACO Bursary Competition, second prize in the Concours OSM, the grand prize in the Orchestre Metropolitain OMNI Competition, and the OMFA’s provincial competition. Justin has also enjoyed being concertmaster in the Music Academy of the West Festival Orchestra, the National Youth Orchestra, and the Ottawa Chamber Orchestra, among others. He is pursuing his undergraduate degree at McGill
University with Andrew Wan. Justin plays on a 1680 Ruggeri violin from Cremona, generously loaned to him by Canimex.
Tiffany Yeung: Named one of CBC Music’s “30 hot Canadian classical musicians under 30,” Tiffany Yeung made her debut with the Toronto Symphony Orchestra in Roy Thomson Hall at the age of 13. She was the winner of the 2023 Canada Council for the Arts Michael Measures Prize and the recipient of the commissioned work prize at the 2023 OSM Competition. She has won top prizes at the Shean Strings Competition, the Remember Enescu International Violin Competition, and the Vancouver International Music Competition. Tiffany is currently pursuing her bachelor’s degree under Min-Jeong Koh and Erika Raum at the Glenn Gould School, after beginning her studies at the New England Conservatory with Miriam Fried as a Dean’s Scholar. She performs on the 1869 Jean Baptiste Vuillaume violin with Vuillaume model bow, on loan by the Canada Council for the Arts Musical instrument bank.
More details, including ticket pricing, on the 2024 Competition available at this link: https://www.e-gre.ca/

Alumni & Friends Reception - Vancouver
2024-05-03 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Vancouver) | Royal Vancouver Yacht Club, Brandon, MB, Canada
The Vancouver Alumni & Friends Reception is being held at the Royal Vancouver Yacht Club on Friday, May 3. Join us for cocktails and enjoy special entertainment provided by BU School of Music’s Diogo Peixoto and Greg Gatien.
For more information or to RSVP, call 1-877-282-4483 or email alumni@brandonu.ca

Wanting Ren, piano
2024-04-27 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon, MB, Canada
GRADUATE STUDENT RECITAL:
Wanting Ren, piano
assisted by
Carlos Castro, cello; Rocio Luna, violin
Haoyuan Mei, saxophone
All are welcome! No admission charge.

Justo Contreras, guitar & Carlos Castro, cello
2024-04-23 19:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon, MB, Canada
“Tarde de Tangos”

Justo Contreras, guitar
Carlos Castro, cello
This is a recital that explores the many emotions that Tango can evoke through its sounds. A selection of pieces that will go through the traditional tango all the way to Piazzolla’s language for this genre, also including contemporary Omaggios to this Art. All this soundscape will be portrayed by the sole combination of Cello and Guitar by the Mexican ensemble A Due Corde.
The concert won’t have any cost, encouraging current and future conservatory students to attend. But donations to support the expenses for Justo’s flight will be welcome.

At the Evans: Dream Scenario
2024-04-21 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-04-20 19:30 - 21:30, 2024-04-19 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Winnipeg) | MB
Hapless family man Paul Matthews finds his life turned upside down when millions of strangers suddenly start seeing him in their dreams. But when his nighttime appearances take a nightmarish turn, Paul is forced to navigate his newfound stardom.

Caeden Toth, piano
2024-04-20 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon, MB, Canada
STUDENT CREDIT RECITAL:
Caeden Toth, piano
All are welcome! No admission charge.

Juncheng (David) Yu, piano
2024-04-19 17:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon, MB, Canada
GRADUATE STUDENT RECITAL:
Juncheng (David) Yu, Piano
All are welcome! No admission charge.

Zhuo Song, piano
2024-04-17 19:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon, MB, Canada
STUDENT CREDIT RECITAL:
Zhuo Song, piano
assisted by
Xingduan Qiao, piano
All are welcome! No admission charge.

At the Evans: Nyad
2024-04-14 19:30 - 21:30 (America/Winnipeg) | MB
Athlete Diana Nyad sets out at 60 to achieve a nearly impossible lifelong dream: to swim from Cuba to Florida across more than 100 miles of open ocean.

Wenjie Liang, voice
2024-04-14 19:30 (America/Winnipeg) | Brandon, MB, Canada
STUDENT CREDIT RECITAL:
Wenjie Liang, voice
assisted by
Quihan Wang, piano
All are welcome! No admission charge.

Jess Johnson, bass guitar
2024-04-13 20:00 (America/Winnipeg) | MB
STUDENT CREDIT RECITAL
Jess Johnson, bass guitar
assisted by
Haoyuan Mei, saxophone; Jeremy Littlefield, piano
Dane Neufeld, guitar; Josh Geddert, drumset
All are welcome! No admission charge.
