This Week on Campus — Feb. 10, 2025

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BRANDON UNIVERSITY

In a lead-up to Louis Riel Day next week, the Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers will perform at the Evans Theatre today at 1 p.m.

Nora Wilson will discuss “Trans Allyship in Challenging Times” in a School of Music Out of Bounds Lecture Series talk on Monday evening. The talk will take place from 6 to 6:50 p.m., in the Lorne Watson Recital Hall.

The School of Music faculty performs a pro series concert on Tuesday at the Lorne Watson Recital Hall. The program will include works by Barbara York, Ravel, Jorge Montilla and more. Tickets are available at the door for $20 for general admission. BU and Conservatory of Music students can attend for free.

Merrin Macrae of the University of Waterloo will talk about conservation practices to improve water quality in agricultural landscapes in a Science Seminar Series talk on Friday. The online talk will begin at 2:30 p.m. Email TeepleH@BrandonU.ca for more information.

The Bobcats basketball teams return to the Healthy Living Centre this weekend for their final home games of the season. The Bobcats host the University of Saskatchewan Huskies, with the women playing at 6 p.m. on Friday, followed by the men at 8 p.m. On Saturday, the women tip off at 5 p.m., with the men up next at 7 p.m. The Bobcat futsal teams host their Manitoba Colleges Athletic Conference rivals on Saturday at the HLC, with matches from 11 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. The volleyball teams visit Thompson Rivers University.

» Rob Henderson

ASSINIBOINE COLLEGE

Black History Month is recognized every February. This is a time we can learn more about and celebrate the important stories, legacies, and contributions that Black Canadians have made and continue to make in our communities, country and around the world. Find all the Black History Month activities taking place at Assiniboine by visiting assiniboine.net/bhm.

Join us in celebrating the rich history, traditions and stories of Métis people in the week leading up to Louis Riel day! All events are free and open to Assiniboine students and staff! Find out more at assiniboine.net/events.

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 Feb. 22. 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/person, and teams must consist of 6 individuals. Registration info is at assiniboinestudents.ca/events.

Assiniboine’s Alumni Association will host an Alumni Mixer on March 20 from 5 to 6 p.m. at the Victoria Avenue East campus. Come catch up with your fellow graduates from years past. Refreshments provided. Find out more at assiniboine.net/events.

Assiniboine is happy to host an on-campus Career Fair on March 20 from 2 to 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.

The Cougars women’s and men’s futsal teams are home for a pair of games this weekend against the Providence University College Pilots. Meanwhile, our men’s and women’s volleyball teams play host to the CMU Blazers at the Victoria Avenue East campus. And finally, our women’s hockey team is on the road this week for a game against Dakota College in Bottineau. All your Cougars info, stories and game times can be found at assiniboine.net/athletics. Go Cougars!

» Shaun Cameron