Events

PrairieCon Games Day
2024-09-14 12:00 - 22:00 (America/Winnipeg) | Mingling Area, Knowles-Douglas Building, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
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.
Bailey’s restaurant will be open throughout the event for snacks and meals.
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A Gathering of Minds Research Session 4: Co-Intelligence and the Rise of the Machines
2024-09-14 12:00 - 13:00 | Clark Hall, Room 212, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Ethan Mollick writes “After a few hours of using generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems, it dawns on you that you are interacting with something new, something alien, and that things are about to change.” In this session, we will explore the nature of this alien intelligence, and how it will change the way we work, learn, and live.
There is no charge for this event and everyone is welcome, but please note that seating is limited. Refreshments will be provided.
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A Gathering of Minds Research Session 3: Beyond Sandbagging: accepting that our climate is undergoing a transformation
2024-09-14 10:30 - 11:30 | Clark Hall, Room 212, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), climate change is the single biggest threat facing humanity. Extreme weather events are occurring more frequently and becoming more intense. This changing climate affects food security, water security and health. In this session, we will examine the intricate relationship between climate change, nature and society, and discuss ideas for building resilience.
There is no charge for this event and everyone is welcome, but please note that seating is limited. Refreshments will be provided.
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Blue & Gold Social
2024-09-13 20:00 - 2024-09-14 02:00 | Bailey’s Cafe, Knowles-Douglas Building, 270 18th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 6A9
Come on down to Bailey’s and dance the night away! Tickets sold at the door. 18+ only.
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A Gathering of Minds Research Session 2: Food security in an insecure world: will there be enough for all
2024-09-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Clark Hall, Room 212, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Everyone should have access to sufficient amounts of safe, nutritious and culturally appropriate food. However, according to the Conference Board of Canada, “nearly 2 million people in Canada (about 77.7 per cent of Canadian households) self-report being “food insecure”. In this session, we will discuss the current state of food security, explore some of the risk factors associated with food insecurity and recommend some local and national strategies to combat food security challenges.
There is no charge for this event and everyone is welcome, but please note that seating is limited. Refreshments will be provided.
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BU125 Community Birthday Celebration
2024-09-13 16:00 - 18:00 | Bailey’s Cafe, Knowles-Douglas Building, 270 18th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 6A9
Join us in Bailey’s Café for a community celebration of Brandon University’s 125th birthday.
This casual come-and-go event offers free cake and refreshments, plus a selection of Bailey’s treats.
Brief remarks will occur at 5 p.m. to honour this significant anniversary and look ahead to BU’s next 125 years.

Add/drop deadline — Faculty of Education
2024-09-13 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
This is the final day to add or drop Faculty of Education courses in the Bachelor of Education (after degree), Bachelor of Education (integrated program) fifth year, Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (combined) fifth year. It is also the 100% tuition refund deadline for those same Faculty of Education courses.
The add/drop deadline and 100% tuition refund deadline for most undergraduate Fall Term or full-year (both-term) courses is Wednesday, Sept. 18.
For most graduate programs, the add/drop deadline and 100% tuition refund deadline is Wednesday, Sept. 18. For Master of Education courses, the add/drop deadline and 100% tuition refund deadline is Monday, Sept. 23.

pro series: Homecoming Concert
2024-09-12 19:30 | Brandon, MB, Canada
This year’s Homecoming Concert will feature works by Diogo Peixoto along with a mix of a few beloved standards featuring the following performance artists:
Diogo Peixoto; guitar and voice
Aren Teerhuis, saxophone
Luis Deniz, saxophone
Carter Graham, piano
Marika Galea, bass
Eric Platz, drums
No charge for registered Homecoming Guests. Meet and greet reception to follow. Limited seating.
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A Gathering of Minds Research Session 1: Post-secondary education in a post-COVID environment: is there a new normal?
2024-09-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
The COVID-19 pandemic forced humanity to adapt and innovate at an accelerated pace. Universities were quick to find alternative ways to deliver their programs. The global shift from in person to on-line teaching and learning was unprecedented. While the pandemic strengthened our resilience and resolve in the face of uncertainty, it also highlighted the inequities in our health care and education systems. The COVID-19 pandemic was not the first, nor is it likely to be the last. In this session, the Deans of Arts, Health Studies, Education, Music and Science will discuss the impacts of the pandemic on their disciplines and the post-COVID reality.
Event location to be determined. There is no charge for this event and everyone is welcome, but please note that seating is limited. Refreshments will be provided.
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Group bike ride
2024-09-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Kavanagh Courtyard, 270 18th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 6A9, Canada
Nice to see so many bikes locked up around campus this week! Remember that you can win all this week just by riding your bike to campus. We have prize packs with lots of goodies thanks to Brandon University, the Brandon University Students’ Union, Bailey’s Café have Bike Brandon, the Brandon Police Service, A&L Cycle, and Stream N Wood. Watch your bike for a tag that says You Win, and bring it plus your bike to the BUSU offices to claim your prize.
Meet Thursday in the Kavanagh Courtyard at 11 a.m. for our second group bike ride! We’ll start with a brief demonstration from the Brandon Police Service of how to register your bike with 529 Garage, which helps prevent theft and track your bike if it ever is stolen. Then we’ll head out as a group for a short 5 km group ride. It’s an easy pace, and fun. Bring a full water bottle if you can. We’ll loop to 34th Street and back to campus, where we’ll convene in Bailey’s for refreshments. It’s a chance to meet fellow campus cyclists, stretch your legs in the middle of the morning, and have a great time.

Open Campus & Self-Directed Tours
2024-09-12 08:30 - 17:00 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
The campus is yours to explore. Doors will be open for you to wander the halls and see what’s new and what has stayed the same. Pick up a Self-Guided Tour booklet at the Healthy Living Centre to start your journey.
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Bobcats Soccer
2024-09-11 17:00 - 19:00 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
BU Women’s Soccer vs Assiniboine
Game start: September 11, 2024 5:00 pm
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It happened to me, and it is not okay: Sharing Stories of Sexual Violence
2024-09-10 19:00 - 21:00 | Evans Theatre, McKenzie Building, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
“It happened to me, and it’s not okay: Sharing Stories of Sexual Violence” is a graphic novel created with the composite narratives of 10 individuals that experienced sexual violence in post-secondary education.
This event will showcase the graphic novel in a public presentation at the Evans Theatre, followed by a reception with local community resources, food, and drink in the Library Gathering Space.
Just a warning, the graphic novel may be triggering for some viewers, if anyone requires support at the event resources will be available.
Any questions about the event can be directed to Candice Waddell-Henowitch at waddellc@brandonu.ca

Bobcats Soccer
2024-09-10 17:00 - 19:00 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
BU Men’s Soccer vs Assiniboine
Game start: September 10, 2024 5:00 pm
Game details

Group bike ride
2024-09-09 14:30 - 15:30 | Kavanagh Courtyard, 270 18th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 6A9, Canada
Nice to see so many bikes locked up around campus this week! Remember that you can win all this week just by riding your bike to campus. We have prize packs with lots of goodies thanks to Brandon University, the Brandon University Students’ Union, Bailey’s Café have Bike Brandon, the Brandon Police Service, A&L Cycle, and Stream N Wood. Watch your bike for a tag that says You Win, and bring it plus your bike to the BUSU offices to claim your prize.
Meet Monday in the Kavanagh Courtyard at 2:30 p.m. for a group bike ride! We’ll start with a brief demonstration from the Brandon Police Service of how to register your bike with 529 Garage, which helps prevent theft and track your bike if it ever is stolen. Then we’ll head out as a group for a short 5 km group ride. It’s an easy pace, and fun. Today is hot, so bring a full water bottle if you can. We’ll loop to 34th Street and back to campus, where we’ll convene in Bailey’s for refreshments. It’s a chance to meet fellow campus cyclists, stretch your legs in the middle of the afternoon, and have a great time.
Can’t make it Monday? We’ll do a second group ride this Thursday, Sept. 12, leaving at 11 a.m.

Bike to Campus Week
2024-09-09 - 2024-09-13 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
Choose two wheels to get to BU – and you could win! We’re thrilled to host Bike To Campus Week from Sept. 9–13 and all you need to do is ride.
Brandon University, the Brandon University Students’ Union, and Bailey’s Café have partnered with local bike shops, with Bike Brandon, and with the Brandon Police Service to provide great prize packs. Each day next week, we’ll select a few bikes on campus and leave a little note saying thanks for choosing to bike— you win! Simply bring that note to the BUSU offices in the Knowles-Douglas building to claim your prize. (Make sure to have your bike with you, as we’ll be taking pictures of the winners to prevent anyone from claiming a tag from someone else’s bike.)
Prize packs include gift certificates, bike accessories, and energy bars from A&L Cycle and from Stream N Wood. Thanks to both shops for their generous support!
We’re also planning a couple of group rides! Meet in the Kavanagh Courtyard on Monday at 2:30 p.m. for a brief demonstration from the Brandon Police Service of how to register your bike with 529 Garage, which helps prevent theft and track your bike if it ever is stolen. Then we’ll head out as a group for a short 5 km group ride, doing a loop to 34th Street and back to campus, where we’ll convene in Bailey’s for refreshments. It’s a chance to meet fellow campus cyclists, stretch your legs in the middle of the afternoon, and have a great time. We’ll do a second group ride on Thursday, Sept. 12, leaving at 11 a.m.
Cycling is fun and healthy for you, good for the environment, and depending on your route, can even be faster than driving. It also helps ease traffic congestion and parking worries for those who do need to use a motor vehicle. As construction on 18th Street picks up steam next week, biking could be even more convenient. Please always watch for the latest detours as work begins, and stay alert to changing traffic patterns or construction workers who are directing you to take alternate routes. Remember to stay safe by wearing a CSA-approved helmet, locking up your bike with a high-quality lock, and removing all valuables.
We encourage everyone to bike to campus, and we support those who choose a cycling commute. Happy Bike to Campus Week!

Bobcats Soccer
2024-09-07 13:00 - 17:15 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
BU Women's Soccer vs Providence
Game start: September 7, 2024 3:15 pmGame details

BU Men's Soccer vs Providence
Game start: September 7, 2024 1:00 pmGame details

A Warrior's Red Road — PhotoVoice Display
2024-09-06 19:00 - 22:00 | MB
Graffiti Gallery in Winnipeg is pleased to present A Warrior’s Red Road, Indigenous men connecting to culture through drum-making, on exhibition from September 6 through October 25.
The Good-Hearted Warriors/Akicita Cante Waste are a group of men who have been provided the responsibility of land and resources owned by the Brandon Friendship Centre at the East Site venue. They have sovereignty over ceremonial buildings, collection of resources and overall protection and caretaking of the space.
With a spiritual advisor providing teachings on culture and ceremony, members of the group alternate between teaching and learning to share their knowledge about activities such as hunting, fishing, and trapping.
This exhibition is the result of a year-long research partnership that followed the men from the Good-Hearted Warriors though the process of drum-making. It gives evidence that many of the Good-Hearted Warriors’ activities have direct affect on the caretaking and protection of the land and, as revealed in the themes represented through this photovoice project, the impact of the group extends much further. The hope is that by witnessing the project, the public, policy makers and funders will find a newfound respect and admiration for Indigenous men’s cultural programming and see the importance of supporting this type of work.
The research team within this project are Dr. Candice Waddell-Henowitch, Dr. Rachel Herron, Dr. Jonathan Allan and research assistance Stephanie Spence from Brandon University with Jason Gobeil from Dakota Ojibway Child and Family Services, Frank Tacan from Brandon Friendship Centre, and Marti Ford from Manitoba Inuit Association.
Opening Reception: September 6, 7—10 p.m.
Opening Prayers: 7 p.m.
Drumming Performance and Artist Talk: 7:30 p.m.
Graffiti Art Programming Inc. facilitates low barrier youth-led community programming in the North End and Downtown of Winnipeg that promotes social engagement through the arts.

Fall Term begins
2024-09-04 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
Classes begin for most Fall Term courses as well as for most full-year (both term) courses.
Some classes in the Faculty of Education instead begin next week. Specifically, classes in Bachelor of Education (after degree), Bachelor of Education (integrated program) fifth year, Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (combined) fifth year, and Master of Education courses will begin Monday, Sept. 9.
Tuition deadline: Fall fees are payable in full.

Orientation Day
2024-09-03 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

Labour Day 2024 — University closed
2024-09-02 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
Brandon University is closed on Monday, Sept. 2, 2024, in honour of Labour Day. Offices are closed and no classes are scheduled.
The University re-opens Tuesday, Sept. 3, for Orientation, with the first day of classes in the Fall Term scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 4.
Enjoy your long weekend!

Virtual Pre-Orientation
2024-08-21 13:00 - 16:00 | Online

On-Campus Pre-Orientation
2024-08-20 12:30 - 16:30 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada

Prairie Wires Summer Sound Series 4/4 — Brady Allard, L'Alien, Koda Maxon
2024-08-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Princess Park, 800 Princess Avenue, Brandon, MB, Canada
BYOL (that’s bring your own lawnchair) to Princess Park, in the heart of downtown Brandon as the sun sets on the Prairie Wires’ Summer Sound Series. The air will be energized as Prairie Wires turns its focus on a showcase of Brandon University School of Music alumni.
WHAT: Prairie Wires’ Summer Sound Series, concert 4/4WHO: Brady Allard, L’Alien, Koda MaxonWHERE: Princess Park Stage, at Princess & 8th. Brandon, MBWHEN: Saturday August 17, 2024 – 7:00 – 9:00 PM

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Brady Allard (Winnipeg, MB) Brady Allard is a Métis composer and audio installation artist from Winnipeg, Manitoba. With influences spanning electronic music, composition, and experimental sound design, Brady creates immersive sonic environments that challenge music conventions.
A lifelong musician and synthesizer enthusiast, Brady earned a Bachelor of Music in Jazz from Brandon University in 2011, where he discovered electro-acoustic composition. Since then, he has embarked on a career as an audio installation artist, focusing on immersive installations that explore the relationships between sound, space, and perception.
Brady’s art is a tool for social commentary and critique of capitalist structures. His compositions incorporate class analysis and expose the ways in which power relations affect individuals and communities. Through his installations, Brady challenges his audiences to engage with sound as a means of exploring complex themes and ideas, using his art as a platform for meaningful dialogue and exploration.
Brady’s compositions often incorporate field recordings, found sounds, generative algorithms, and custom-built instruments, revealing unique sonic textures and resonances. His work is a testament to his commitment to using his art as a means of effecting social change, and inspiring the exploration of what is possible through sound.
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L’Alien (Erickson/Winnipeg)L’Alien is a new highly melodic collaboration between Leila Kristianson (trumpet) and Iain Edye (synths, drum machines), who met when they performed in different projects at Brandon’s Drone Day event in 2022. Incorporating ambient soundscapes and drones, downtempo grooves, and occasional forays into Celtic fiddle tunes, their inaugural performance at the Prairie Wires’ Summer Sound Series will be a continuous semi-improvised journey of music, playing off each other in the spirit of spontaneity, exploration, and fun.

Hailing from Erickson, Iain Edye is a drummer, synthesist, songwriter, and vocalist-in-the-car, whose other current projects include the classic rock stylings of Route Ten Collective and his original synthpop solo project, acidbasement.

Currently residing in Winnipeg, Leila Kristianson is a multi-instrumentalist with a focus on trumpet. She holds a Bachelor’s in jazz trumpet performance from Brandon University School of Music, and currently teaches trumpet, as well as jazz and theory concepts at middle and high school levels. She performs in several bands and multiple genres, and also works as a freelance musician.
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Koda Maxon (Brandon)Koda Maxon (they/them) is a vibrant Canadian Vocalist, Artist and Composer based out of Brandon, Manitoba. Their compositional works focus on contemporary techniques and the use of multimedia to explore topics of identity, nature, and connectivity. Koda’s goal as a composer is to explore the art of sound through the creation of sonic works that allow the listener to open up, think deeply, and see the world from a different perspective. They find inspiration in topics of intense emotions, their relationship to nature, spirituality and queer Identity. Koda is a playful composer who loves to explore new harmonies and extended techniques.
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Mark Your Calendar! August 17, 2024, at 7:00 PM. Join us at Princess Park in the heart of Brandon as the sun sets on another season of inspiring instrumental experimental sounds!
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This series is supported by a generous grant from the Brandon Neighbourhood Renewal Corporation.
All Prairie Wires’ Summer Sound Series Concerts are 100% free, 100% family-friendly, and 100% safe spaces.
The Prairie Wires’ Summer Sound Series takes place on Treaty 2 territory, the traditional lands of the Cree, Oji-Cree, Anishinaabe, Dené, and Dakota, and is the homeland of the Métis Nation.
In case of rain this event will move to Section 6 Brewing Co. 1126 Princess Street, Brandon, MB.

Canada Day 2024 — University closed
2024-07-01 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
O Canada! Brandon University celebrates Canada Day 🇨🇦
The Healthy Living Centre is open reduced hours for Canada Day, from 11 a.m., to 7 p.m. The rest of Brandon University will reopen on Tuesday, July 2. Enjoy your long weekend!

Bee U at Bailey's Café
2024-06-25 16:00 - 18:00, 2024-06-24 12:00 - 14:00 | Bailey’s Cafe, Knowles-Douglas Building, 270 18th Street, Brandon, Manitoba, R7A 6A9
Celebrate the Brandon University honeybee hives, learn about our pollinator friends — and sample some delicious honey treats from our friends at Bailey’s.
Monday, June 24 from 12–2 p.m.
Join us in Bailey’s for lunch and a brief presentation, then view come the hives!
Tuesday, June 25 from 4–6 p.m.
Sweet treats at Bailey’s and a short presentation, then come see the bees!
Bee U volunteers will crack open the honeybee hives, showing you frames of honey swarming with bees. Meet us first at Bailey’s Café, which is located in the lower level of the Knowles-Douglas Students’ Union Centre at Brandon University. After the presentation, we’ll guide you to the best viewing for the hives, which is from the windows by the Ancillary Services desk on the first floor of McMaster Hall.

Alumni and Friends Reception — Winnipeg
2024-06-20 17:00 | 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 | 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 | 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/
