Brandon UniversityStudent Guide

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Student guide · Fall Term 2026

The semester, explained for Brandon University

Dates from the active academic calendar, plus the campus language and local details students actually need. Every entry comes from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

Relevant term
Fall Term 2026
Campus terms
11
Local details
10

Academic calendar

Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 7, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026. Calendar aliases that share a date range are grouped together, with every source term still shown.

16 entries
  1. Fall Term 2026Relevant now
  2. Winter Term 2027
  3. Spring 1 2027
  4. Spring 1-2 (both-term) 2027
  5. Spring 2 2027
  6. Summer 1 2027
  7. Summer 1-2 (both-term) 2027
  8. Summer 2 2027
  9. Fall Term 2027
  10. Winter Term 2028
  11. Spring 1 2028
  12. Spring 1-2 (both-term) 2028
  13. Spring 2 2028
  14. Summer 1 2028
  15. Summer 1-2 (both-term) 2028
  16. Summer 2 2028

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Campus language

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11 terms

B

Bobcats
The official name and mascot for Brandon University's varsity athletic teams.
BUGA
Brandon University Gaming Association, a student club focused on tabletop and video gaming.
BUPS
Brandon University Psychology Society, a student organization for those interested in psychological sciences.
BUSU
Brandon University Students' Union, the representative body for all undergraduate students.

D

Darrach
Darrach Hall, a residence wing often associated with a close-knit community feel.

F

Flora
Flora Cowan Hall, a residence building typically housing upper-year and mature students.

H

Harvest
Harvest Hall, the main campus dining facility located within the McMaster Hall complex.

M

Mac
McMaster Hall, the largest co-ed residence building on campus.

T

The Quill
The long-running official student-produced newspaper of Brandon University.
The SU
Common shorthand for the Students' Union or the physical BUSU office in the KDC.

W

WUSC
World University Service of Canada, a campus committee that sponsors refugee students.

Places and practicalities

Buildings, logistics, and other local references drawn from the approved campus snapshot.

10 details
Brodie
Brodie Science Centre, the main building for science laboratories and lectures.
BU Card
The official student identification card used for library services, gym access, and meal plans.
Clark Hall
The historic administrative building that houses the President's office and Faculty of Arts.
harvest_hall_main_dining_room
Harvest Hall – Main Dining Room
HLC
Healthy Living Centre, the university's primary fitness, recreation, and varsity sports facility.
JRC
The J.R.C. Evans Theatre, a venue used for lectures, films, and community events.
KDC
Knowles-Douglas Student Centre, the central hub for student union offices and services.
Moodle
The primary learning management system (LMS) used by instructors to share course materials and grades.
Student Portal
The online administrative system used for course registration, tuition payments, and tax forms.
U-Pass
The universal transit pass included in student fees, providing unlimited access to Brandon Transit.

Quick answers

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What academic term is relevant now?
Fall Term 2026 runs Sep 7, 2026 – Dec 23, 2026.
How much campus context is included?
11 approved campus terms and 10 local details are included in full.
Are all approved campus terms included?
Yes. The complete approved glossary is available in the scrollable, searchable campus-language section.
Where does this guide come from?
Calendar dates, campus terms, and local details come from DormWay's approved campus reference library.

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  • Performing arts, visual arts, student publications, film, and music.
  • Cultural orgs, identity communities, and faith-based groups.
  • Volunteer groups, civic engagement, mutual aid, and student government.
  • Outdoor clubs, intramural sports, club sports, and rec center programs.
  • Entrepreneurship, hackathon teams, makerspaces, and engineering project teams.
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Life in Brandon for Brandon University Students

Everything you need to know about living and studying in Brandon.

Timezone

America/Winnipeg

Median Rent

$1,100

Cost of Living Index

90

Student Population

5,000

City Transportation

Walkability

40

Bikeability

50

Public Transit

Brandon Transit bus system

Nearest Airports

Brandon Municipal Airport (YBR)

Climate Averages

Climate

Humid continental

Avg Annual Temp

38°F

Avg Snowfall

45 in

Campus Operations Snapshot

Parking and Transit

Lot 5

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Pay by Plate parking; visitor parking.

Lot 6

surface_lot

Pay by Plate parking; visitor parking.

Lot 10

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Pay by Plate parking.

Lots 1, 2, 2A

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Metered parking; 2-hour maximum.

Campus News

Latest updates from Brandon University

Loy Excellentia Picnic builds connections and sense of belonging for students in Brandon

The annual picnic brought together 60 students from various international backgrounds to build community and share practical advice for university life.

Sep 9, 2026

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Brandon University Sees Strong Growth in New Student Enrolment

First-time student registrations are up 7.7% and international enrolment has surged 26.7% for the 2026 academic year.

Sep 9, 2026

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Conservatory of Music student wins international piano competition

A student from the BU Conservatory of Music was recently recognized with a top prize in an international piano competition.

Sep 4, 2026

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Boil water advisory for BU campus has been lifted; Physical Plant is flushing lines.

Boil water advisory for BU campus has been lifted; Physical Plant is flushing lines.

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Upcoming Events

What's happening at Brandon University

Homecoming 2026

September 11, 2026

Brandon University

A weekend filled with events including the BU Research Showcase, alumni reunions, and campus tours.

Black Students Professional Development Workshop 2026

September 12, 2026

Education Building

A workshop focused on professional development for Black students.

Akash Ramgotra, bass

September 13, 2026

Brandon University

A musical performance by Akash Ramgotra as part of the School of Music events.

Jeremy Dutcher in Concert

September 27, 2026

Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium

A concert performance by Jeremy Dutcher.

Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Brandon University

Various dorm and housing options are available for students.

3 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.

Darrach Hall

Capacity: 90

Flora Cowan Hall

Capacity: 110

McMaster Hall

Capacity: 270

Campus Details

Academic System

Semester

Control

Unknown

Email Domain

@brandonu.ca

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