BU Professor appointed to CBC Manitoba community advisory board

Brandon University professor Dr. Patty Douglas has been chosen to help people from underrepresented communities have a voice in CBC Manitoba news coverage. Dr. Douglas is one of 19 members of CBC Manitoba’s first community advisory board. “As we think about reflecting our community and engaging our community, it’s one more way for us to […]

In-person classes will phase in through Reading Week

Brandon University will continue our cautious approach to the Winter Term. Classes will begin transitioning back to in-person learning, a phase-in process that will last through February as we strike a careful balance of learning needs and the health and safety of our community during the Omicron surge. Winter Term updates Some classes, where the […]

Bobbies’ Bistro opens with new food and coffee options in Knowles-Douglas building

Bobbies’ Bistro is now serving up coffee, pastries, and hot, fresh food for students, faculty, and staff on the go. The new bistro brings together student-run management through the Brandon University Students’ Union with fresh and house-made convenience meals from BU Food Services. Along with pastries, the bistro serves the popular BU Fresh line of […]

Brandon University plans to rekindle Jazz Festival in 2023

Brandon University’s School of Music will take the reins of the annual Brandon Jazz Festival in 2023. The corporation that previously ran the popular annual event voted to dissolve itself after being forced to cancel for the third year in a row due to the pandemic. “The Jazz Festival is a beloved institution with a […]

Brandon University appoints Kristen Fisher as Associate Vice-President, People and Talent

A familiar face will lead the Human Resources office at Brandon University, as Kristen Fisher is named the campus’ new Associate Vice-President, People and Talent. Although the position is new, replacing the previous title of Chief Human Resources Officer and with a broader focus, Fisher is well-known to the BU community and to the HR […]