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Bangladeshi judge travels to CSOP to learn about refugee response
Tuesday, January 30, 2018 @ 2:56 PM
Growing up, Shahadat Hossain dreamt of contributing to his country's legal system. That dream became a reality, and for the past 10 years, Hossain has worked as a judge.
"In our country, most of the people are poor," said Hossain, who lives in Bogra, a major city in northeast Bangladesh. "Most of the litigant people are poor, and I wanted to do something for them—to help them, to give them justice."
Read MoreNiigaan James Sinclair | The History of the St. Peters Band Removal (videos)
Wednesday, January 24, 2018 @ 2:48 PM
A lecture by Niigaan James Sinclair on the story of the illegal surrender and forcible removal of the St. Peter's Band and the band's re-location to the present-day reserve of Peguis First Nation.
Niigaan James Sinclair, Anishinaabe (St. Peter's / Little Peguis), is an Assistant Professor in Native Studies at the University of Manitoba.
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CMU welcomes Dr. Rick Lindroth as Scientist in Residence
Tuesday, January 16, 2018 @ 8:20 AM
In a world of "alternative facts," what does science have to offer?
That's one of the questions Dr. Rick Lindroth will address when he visits Canadian Mennonite University January 29-30 as its 2018 Scientist in Residence.
Read MoreEndowment for CMU scholarship honouring Mennonite leader reaches $100,000
Tuesday, November 28, 2017 @ 8:00 AM
The endowment for a Canadian Mennonite University (CMU) scholarship honouring a Russian Mennonite scholar whose life was cut tragically short has reached six figures.
Ted Fransen presented a cheque to CMU President Dr. Cheryl Pauls in September, bringing the endowment for the Jacob A. Rempel Memorial Scholarship to $100,000. Fransen is one of Rempel’s grandsons.
Read MoreCONNECT Campaign reaches $14.4 million goal
Saturday, November 25, 2017 @ 4:30 PM
A fundraising campaign to build Marpeck Commons, the library, learning commons, and bridge at Canadian Mennonite University (CMU), has reached its goal. “It is our great pleasure and gratitude to announce that the CONNECT Campaign goal of $14.4 million has been achieved in gifts and commitments,” CMU President Dr. Cheryl Pauls said during a speech she gave on Saturday, November 25 at the university’s annual Christmas concert.
Read MoreSunday@CMU: June 2017
Sunday, June 25, 2017 @ 12:00 PM
Sunday@CMU is a 15-minute radio program that features biblical meditations from current and emeritus professors, music from CMU ensembles and choirs, and interviews with faculty, staff, students, and alumni.
Host and Producer: Aaron Epp, Alumni Writer & Social Media Coordinator
Read MoreFaculty: In Their Own Words – Kenton Lobe
Wednesday, March 1, 2017 @ 9:00 AM
Kenton Lobe, Instructor in International Development Studies, has taught at CMU since 2005.
What do you love about your work here?
Read MorePastors, lay leaders invited to explore the transitions of young adulthood at conference at CMU
Monday, February 13, 2017 @ 12:00 PM
Canadian Mennonite University is inviting pastors and lay leaders to come together and think creatively about young adult ministry at a one-day conference later this month.
A Transformative Moment: Seeking God in the Transitions of Young Adulthood takes place from 9:00 AM to 3:30 PM on Saturday, February 25 at CMU. The event will feature a variety of talks, a panel discussion, and keynote addresses from Gil Dueck who has expertise in the area of young adults and the church.
Read MoreMinistry workers invited to conference at CMU that will focus on becoming global
Thursday, January 26, 2017 @ 12:00 PM
"Becoming global congregations” is the focus of an upcoming conference for those in ministry that will be held at Canadian Mennonite University.
ReNew: Resourcing Pastors for Ministry takes place Monday, February 6 to Wednesday, February 8 at CMU (500 Shaftesbury Blvd.). The three-day event will feature stimulating Bible studies, inspiring worship, powerful stories, and enriching fellowship.
Read MorePanelists to explore how their different faiths intersect at Face2Face discussion
Monday, January 23, 2017 @ 1:00 PM
A Jew, Muslim, and Christian will dialogue about what lies at the core of their faith heritages and how people from these distinct faith traditions might work together for peace and justice, at Canadian Mennonite University’s next Face2Face community discussion.
Titled, “A Conversation within an Abrahamic Tent: A Jew, Muslim, and Christian in Dialogue,” the event happens Tuesday, February 7 at 7:00 PM in Marpeck Commons (2299 Grant Ave.). Admission is free, and everyone is welcome to attend.
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