This Week on Campus — Jan. 20, 2025
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BRANDON UNIVERSITY
Brandon University will host a virtual open house on Monday at 6 p.m. for students interested in attending BU and those who have already applied. Students will hear from professors and current students about their programs and experiences. The first 50 people to register and attend the open house will receive a coupon code to apply to BU for free. Register at BrandonU.ca/future-students/virtual-open-house.
The Department of Francophone Studies and Languages will host special guests on Thursday for a discussion of what it means to be Francophone in Manitoba. The free event is open to the public and will take place from 5 to 7 p.m. in Room 001 in the basement of Clark Hall. Guest speakers will include Brandon East MLA Glen Simard, who is the minister responsible for Francophone affairs, as well as St. Boniface MLA Robert Loiselle and TREO LAW partner Maître Joseph Pelletier.
Valentino Grbavac, a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Political Science will talk about power sharing in Bosnia and Herzegovina in a Faculty of Arts Speaker Series talk on Friday. The talk will begin at 3:40 p.m. in Room 104 of Clark Hall.
The Bobcats volleyball teams will host the University of the Fraser Valley Cascades this weekend at the Healthy Living Centre. The women’s match will take place on Friday at 6 p.m., with the men up next at 7:45 p.m. On Saturday, the women’s match will begin at 5 p.m., with the men following at 6:45 p.m.
Brandon University and University of Regina choirs will join for a choral celebration on Sunday, featuring masterworks, Canadian works and other gems. The concert begins at 2 p.m. at Knox United Church. Tickets will be available at the door at a cost of $15 for adults, $5 for ages 12 to 18, and free for ages 12 and under. BU and Conservatory of Music students can also attend at no charge.
The Healthy Living Centre will host a co-ed volleyball tournament on Feb. 22. Registration is available at HealthyLivingCentre.ca.
» Rob Henderson
ASSINIBOINE COLLEGE
Our annual Ag Partnership Breakfast takes place Jan. 22! Don’t miss Wade Barnes’ captivating story of entrepreneurship, leadership and evolution. Wade has held various roles within the ag industry, most notably as CEO with Farmers Edge Inc. Hear the journey of a rural Manitoban who took his skills to the global scene. Kick off your Wednesday at Manitoba Ag Days with a hearty breakfast and the opportunity to support students pursuing agricultural-based programs and related trades at the college. Tickets qualify for a charitable tax receipt. Learn more at assiniboine.net/AgPartnership.
Join your Assiniboine alumni at the annual Aggie Alumni Mixer. Catch up, reconnect, and share your story. This event takes place Jan. 22 at 4:30 p.m. at Ag Days. Find out more at assiniboine.net/events. We hope to see you there!
Fill your Cup! — a wellness fair promoting self-care, and building connections through support — takes place Jan. 20. Discover ways to rejuvenate your mental, emotional and physical health through community resources available to Assiniboine students. Find out more at assiniboine.net/events.
Are you starting your studies this term? Remember that you can opt out of your plan if you already have comparable coverage, or opt-in dependents to your health and dental plan. The deadline for making these changes is Feb. 6. Find out more at studentvio.ca/acsa.
Online now! The winter edition of our Alumni magazine is now online. This edition features stories and updates from our alumni community across various programs. Check it out at assiniboine.net/assiniboineeffect.
Sun of a Beach 2.0 is Back! The Assiniboine College Students’ Association is bringing back your favourite volleyball tournament this year. Experience the fun of Sun of a Beach with the ACSA on Saturday, February 22nd. Registration opens on Jan. 13 and closes on feb. 7. Don’t miss your chance to participate in the biggest volleyball game of the year! Tickets are $50 per person, and teams must consist of six individuals. Registration info is at assiniboinestudents.ca/events.
Assiniboine is happy to host an on-campus Career Fair March 20 from 2-5 p.m. Designed to connect soon-to-be graduates with industry professionals. If you’re an employer eager to meet the next generation of talent, then you’re invited to participate as an exhibitor. Email wil@assiniboine.net for exhibitor info.
» Shaun Cameron