This Week on Campus — Jan. 19, 2026

BRANDON UNIVERSITY

The Centre for Critical Studies of Rural Mental Health at BU is joining with community partners to present a film screening of the documentary “Deep Rooted” at Ag Days on Wednesday from 4:45 to 6 p.m. “Deep Rooted” explores the mental health challenges faced by farmers and ranchers across Canada. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion featuring farmers and mental health experts. The event will take place in the MNP Theatre at the Keystone Centre.

Dr. Abdullah Al Maruf of the University of Manitoba will present this week’s Science Seminar Series talk on Friday at 2:30 p.m. He will discuss additional prescribing strategies that can aid in finding suitable medicines for mental health treatment. The talk will take place in Room 4-34 of the John R. Brodie Science Centre.

The Bobcats women’s volleyball team is in the spotlight this weekend, with matches on Friday and Saturday at the Healthy Living Centre, while the men’s squad gets the weekend off. The Bobcats will host the University of Regina Cougars on Friday at 7 p.m., and on Saturday at 6 p.m. The BU futsal teams are also at home this weekend in the Henry Champ Gymnasium. On Saturday, the Bobcats host Canadian Mennonite University, with the women playing at 2 p.m., followed by the men at 3:45. On Sunday, Université de Saint-Boniface visits, with the women’s match at 10:45 a.m., and the men’s contest at 11:45.

The Brandon University New Music Festival is coming up on Jan. 26-27 at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall. This year’s theme is Migration, Displacement and Belonging, exploring the universal journeys that shape us. Monday’s performance will feature Rita Ueda’s piano concerto “You are Ready to Bloom.” Tuesday’s concert will present new works by the BU New Music Ensemble and BU composers. There is no admission fee and all are welcome at both performances.

» Rob Henderson

ASSINIBOINE COLLEGE

Start your morning with purpose. Enjoy a hearty breakfast and an opportunity to support agriculture education at the Ag Partnership Breakfast on Wednesday from 7 to 9 a.m. We’re excited to announce Ben Voss, newly appointed president and CEO of Mazergroup, will be featured on the Turnin’ Dirt Podcast recorded at the event! Part of your registration is eligible for a charitable tax receipt. Visit assiniboine.net/AgPartnership

Join us at Manitoba Ag Days for our annual aggie alumni mixer! This event takes place Wednesday 4:30-6 p.m. in the Assembly Hall at the Keystone Centre. RSVP is not necessary but is encouraged. Get all the details at assiniboine.net/events.

Fill Your Cup 2026! A wellness event series for connection, support and self-care. Discover ways to rejuvenate your mental, emotional and physical health through community resources available to Assiniboine students. Events are free and open to Assiniboine staff and students. Happening this week, find out more at assiniboine.net/events.

Join the Assiniboine College Students’ Association for our Blue Monday Brew Bar from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Victoria Avenue East campus. Learn more at assiniboinestudents.ca.

From Surviving to Thriving: A workshop to build resilience and develop a plan for managing stress facilitated by Mireille Saurette. Participants will learn to: recognize their responses to stress, apply healthier responses, recognize and explore stressors, and apply 4 As for dealing with stressors. Learn more at assiniboinestudents.ca.

The Cougars Futsal teams play host to the USB Les Rouges and the CMU Blazers this weekend at the Victoria Avenue East campus. Check out all the game times at assiniboine.net/athletics.

» Shaun Cameron