Supporting Students
Six decades after graduation, this couple is paying it forward For both Mitch and Anne (née Franklin) Taylor, the lasting impact of their time at BU inspired the genesis of the Class of ’65 Scholarship Fund.
Gulliver Astronomical Observatory is new name for BU’s eye on the skies Brandon University’s observatory has a new name, following a generous $50,000 donation from the family of BU astronomy professor Dr. Austin Gulliver. 
Generations of Giving With a combined 30 years of giving to BU, one family of BU alumni shows the power of consistency.
Manitoba Native Recognizes Heritage Through Gift in Support of Students From Ukraine Born and raised in Manitoba, Dr. Viola Lobodowsky made her first gift to Brandon University in 1980 with the establishment of the Dr. N. Demchuk Memorial Scholarships in memory of her cousin, Dr. Nick Demchuk.
Giving the Gift of Flexibility The Honourable Warren K. Winkler, O.C., O.Ont., K.C., LL.D. (Hon.) attended Brandon College after encouragement from his academically inclined family and credits the small classes and individualized attention to helping him develop intellectually, while preparing for his future career path.
Alumnus Continues History of Support to Brandon University Dr. Ian Dickson has been giving to Brandon University for more than 30 years. A member of the Brandon College Class of ’58, Ian, along with his late wife Donna (née McDonald) from the Class of ’60, has supported many areas, including the renovations to Clark Hall and the Original Building, and scholarships and bursaries.
$200K Donation a ‘Slam Dunk’ To Support Student-Athletes Recognizing the impact that scholarships and bursaries had on their own experiences, Jill and Warren Watt have established the Watt Leadership & Basketball Scholarship-Bursaries to provide similar opportunities for future generations of BU Bobcats.
A Team Tribute to the Brandon College Caps The Brandon College Caps Student Athletic Scholarship-Bursary was established with a generous gift of stock from Dr. Angus (Gus) William Juckes and pays tribute to his teammates while providing student-athletes the opportunity to achieve academic and athletic success as Brandon University Bobcats.
New Scholarship To Honour Students Who Attended Residential Schools Through an initial $25,000 gift, the Southern Chiefs’ Organization has established the Every Child Matters Scholarship, honouring the children who attended residential schools and those who never made it home.
Estate Gift Fuels Discovery Through Scholarship in Chemistry The William John Friesen Memorial Scholarship in Science has been established with a remarkable contribution of $240,000, and will be awarded to chemistry students based on their research potential, academic excellence, and leadership capacity.