This Week On Campus — Oct. 13, 2026

BRANDON UNIVERSITY

• There is no one-size-fits-all solution to preserving privacy in artificial intelligence. Alumnus Dr. Thomas Humphries will return to BU today to talk about his work on addressing the challenge of preserving privacy in AI systems. The talk will take place from 12:40 to 1:30 p.m., in Room 1-52 of the Brodie building, and everyone is welcome.

• Dr. Amelia Eisch of the University of Pennsylvania will give an online presentation today at 1 p.m. for the Science Seminar Series. She will talk about how the mouse brain can tell similar memories apart. Contact TeepleH@BrandonU.ca for more information.

• The Take Back the Night rally will conclude at BU on Thursday. The rally will start in Princess Park at 6 p.m., with greetings and guest speakers, followed by the march, beginning at 6:30. Participants will finish in the mingling area of the Knowles-Douglas Students’ Union Centre at BU.

• The Brandon University New Music Festival returns on Oct. 19 and Oct. 20, with concerts each evening at 7:30 in the Lorne Watson Recital Hall. Monday’s concert will feature the BU Orchestra with guest artists Janna Sailor, Rita Ueda and Megumi Masaki as they journey across cultures, places and identities through contemporary music. On Oct. 20, works by BU composers and guest will be featured in an evening that will bring together diverse musical traditions and creative voices exploring movement, cultural connection and belonging. Admission is $20 for each performance. Earlier on Oct. 20, Saina Khaledi will give a presentation on the history of the santour musical instrument and Persian music, accomplished by performance demonstrations. This talk will take place from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m., in the R.D. Bell Hall in the BU Music building. There is no admission fee, and all are welcome.

» Rob Henderson

ASSINIBOINE COLLEGE

• It is time to “Rewind the Unwinder” in celebration of Assiniboine College’s 65th anniversary sponsored by the Victoria Inn. Reconnect with friends, colleagues, alumni and community partners for an evening of great company, memories and celebration. Tickets are available now. Learn more at assiniboine.net/events.

• Assiniboine is hosting a homecoming from Oct. 15-25. Lots of events and games to celebrate our 65th in style. Find out more at assiniboine.net/homecoming.

• Join us for a day on the ice as we celebrate our 65th anniversary in support of Cougars Athletics. The Cougars funspiel curling bonspiel is taking place Nov. 6 at 10 a.m. at the Brandon Curling Club. Get a team together and come out for a fun day of curling action. Find out more at assiniboine.net/events.

• Join Assiniboine College at the Neepawa Training Centre Open House to explore programs starting in January 2027 and get your questions answered. Meet with friendly staff, learn more about programs available in Neepawa, tour the training centre and get information about applying to Assiniboine. Find out more at assiniboine.net/events.

• Join us to celebrate the advancement of the college. We will also celebrate outstanding alumni through the presentation of Assiniboine Alumni Association Awards. This event is being held at the Backyard on Aberdeen on Nov. 19 at 5 p.m. Tickets are $65. Find out more at assiniboine.net/alumniawards.

• Are you attending the graduation ceremony on Oct. 30? Check your Assiniboine email for important updates.

» Shaun Cameron