Events

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!

Group bike ride
2024-09-09 14:30 - 15:30 (America/Winnipeg) | 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.

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
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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
2024-09-11 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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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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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.

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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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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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.

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.

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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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 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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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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PrairieCon Games Day
2024-09-14 12:00 - 22:00 | 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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Guided Campus Tours
2024-09-14 13:00 | MB
Take a tour of campus guided by some of our knowledgeable Student Leaders. There is no charge for this event and everyone is welcome.
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JRC Evans Lectureship featuring Dr. Brian Goldman
2024-09-14 14:00 | Lorne Watson Recital Hall, QEII Music Building, Room 1-60, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Dr. Goldman is one of those rare individuals with great success in not one but several adrenaline-pumping careers. He is a highly regarded emergency physician at Mount Sinai Hospital in Toronto. He is also a medical commentator providing insights throughout COVID. He’s the host of CBC’s award-winning radio show “White Coat, Black Art”, where he takes listeners behind the scenes of hospitals and doctor’s offices, and host of the podcast “The Dose” on current events in healthcare. He shares the lessons he learns in healthcare to benefit others; both in the healthcare industry and to help corporations & organizations learn from high stakes environments.
There is no charge for this event and everyone is welcome, but please note that seating is limited.
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World-Class Research
2024-09-14 15:30 - 17:30 | Clark Hall, Room 212, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Learn about the amazing work of our Brandon University researchers. Projects will be showcased during 3-minute presentations that will leave you wanting more.
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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Homecoming Dinner & Awards
2024-09-14 17:00 | Harvest Hall, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Enjoy an evening with friends and classmates as we recognize special anniversary class years and celebrate the outstanding achievements of BU alumni.
Tickets $60.

5:00 pm—Cocktails
6:00 pm—Dinner
Awards Ceremony to follow

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Brandon Chamber Players in Concert
2024-09-14 19:30 | Brandon, MB, Canada
Featuring performances of Sunabacka Ripples; Mozart Clarinet Quintet and Penderecki Quartet
Catherine Wood, clarinet
Mark Rudoff, cello
Nancy Nehring, viola
Grace McKenzie, violin
Kerry DuWors, violin
Details and ticket pricing available at Brandon Chamber Players: https://brandonchamberplayers.ca/concerts

Terry Fox Run
2024-09-15 09:00 | Front Lawn, Clark Hall, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
One of Canada’s largest and most beloved annual fundraising events, the Terry Fox Run has raised more than $850 million dollars for the fight against cancer since Fox launched his epic Marathon of Hope in 1980. Register, join a team, or donate at TerryFox.org/Terry-Fox-Run. A direct link to the Brandon race is https://run.terryfox.ca/55825.
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Farewell Brunch
2024-09-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Harvest Hall, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Enjoy a wonderful buffet-style breakfast in Harvest Hall, reminisce about your time at BU, and start making plans for 2025!
Tickets $25.
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Add/drop deadline — Fall and full-year courses
2024-09-18 08:00 - 16:30 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
This is the final day to add or drop most undergraduate Fall Term or full-year (both-term) courses. It is also the add/drop deadline date for most graduate courses. Additionally, this is the 100% tuition refund deadline for those same programs.
The exceptions are Faculty of Education courses. For Master of Education courses, the add/drop deadline and 100% tuition refund deadline is Monday, Sept. 23.
The add/drop deadline and 100% tuition refund deadline for Bachelor of Education (after degree), Bachelor of Education (integrated program) fifth year, Bachelor of Music/Bachelor of Education (combined) fifth year courses has already passed.
The add/drop deadline and 100% tuition refund deadline for is Wednesday, Sept. 18.
For most graduate programs, the add/drop deadline and 100% tuition refund deadline is Wednesday, Sept. 18.

Fall Equinox Feast
2024-09-20 12:00 - 13:00 | Gathering Space, John E. Robbins Library, Canada
Come celebrate the new season at the Fall Equinox Feast, hosted by Library, Archives and IT Services, in partnership with Indigenous Peoples’ Centre.
Friday Sept 20, 12:00-1:00 pm
Library Gathering Space
This is a potluck feast. Food will be provided, bring a small dish to share if you are able.
Come enjoy delicious food and the company of others. Ensure to bring a blanket to sit on, feast bundle (bowl, plate, napkin, cutlery).
Knowledge Keeper Barb Blind will lead us in opening prayer. In keeping with traditions followed for feasts, identifying men assist in serving the meal. Identifying women wear long skirts if they have them.

Bobcats Soccer
2024-09-21 13:00 - 17:15 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
BU Women’s Soccer vs Providence
Game start: September 21, 2024 3:15 pm
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BU Men’s Soccer vs Providence
Game start: September 21, 2024 1:00 pm
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Bobcats Soccer
2024-09-22 13:00 - 17:15 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
BU Women’s Soccer vs St. Boniface
Game start: September 22, 2024 3:15 pm
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BU Men’s Soccer vs St. Boniface
Game start: September 22, 2024 1:00 pm
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Add/drop deadline — Master of Education courses
2024-09-23 08:00 - 17:00 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
This is the final day to add or drop Master of Education Fall Term courses. This is also the 100% tuition refund deadline for those same courses.

Jigging Practice with Vince O'Laney Copy
2024-09-24 12:30 - 13:30 | Indigenous Peoples’ Centre, McKenzie Building, Room 101, 270-18th Street, Brandon, MB, R7A 6A9, Canada
Join championship dancer Vince O’Laney and prepare to jig and square dance at Our Journey 2025!

Green Futures work bee
2024-09-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Brandon University, 270 18th Street, Brandon, MB, Canada
FINAL WORK BEE OF THE SEASON!
PLEASE COME AND JOIN US, *** TUESDAY, SEPT 24, 5-7 PM ***, FOR THE LAST WORK BEE OF THE SEASON! WE WILL HARVEST ALL THE VEGGIES AND PREPARE THE BEDS FOR THE WINTER!
Did you know that there are two community gardens at Brandon University that grow vegetables to fight food insecurity in our community? Our produce is donated to Samaritan House Ministries and other organizations that help fight food insecurity.
It’s been a beautiful summer and the last of our veggies are ready to pick, and delivered to BUSU and the food bank of Samaritan House Ministries! We will harvest the potatoes, the last of the tomatoes and peppers, and the last of the kale. We will also pull out all the weeds and prepare the garden beds for the winter, by turning the soil.
We won’t ask for much of your time, and this will be a kid friendly event, so please bring all of your family! Please come to BU at 5 PM, and we will work together until 7 PM.
Please meet us just behind the bus shelter on 18th street, next to the Brodie Building; if you have them, bring a shovel and some gardening gloves. Please RVSP to Petrellas@brandonu.ca, so that I have a sense of how many volunteers we will have, and I can bring snacks and refreshments for everyone.
Thank you, lovely people!
