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7 SUPPLEMENT TO THE FREE PRESS • SATURDAY, AUGUST 10, 2024 EDUCATION GUIDE The Access Program at the University of Manitoba was created for students who have traditionally faced barriers to post-secondary education. For 50 years, Access has supported hundreds of stu- dents to achieve degrees in sciences, health sciences, liberal arts and fine arts. These students have built careers as doc- tors, dentists, nurses, pharmacists, respi- ratory therapists, occupational therapists, physical therapists, teachers, social work- ers and lawyers. Their contributions to the greater good within Manitoba's communi- ties are commendable, and the Access Pro- gram and University of Manitoba couldn't be prouder of these valuable members of our society. Join the University of Manitoba Access Program The Access Program accepts applications from all students with priority of accep- tance given to Indigenous, residents from northern and remote communities, new- comers and financially compromised stu- dents. Students must be fully qualified for admission to the University of Manitoba. Submit your application to join the Access Program by May 1 and begin your educa- tional journey at the University of Manitoba with our support. Umanitoba.ca/access-program 2 4 2 5 Classes start September 8 Register at rwb.org/register R W B S C H O O L F A C U LT Y M E M B E R W I T H R E C R E A T I O N A L D I V I S I O N S T U D E N T ; P H O T O B Y M I C H E L L E B L A I S W I T H T H E G E N E R O U S S U P P O R T O F BRANDON, Man. – Beginning your post-secondary education is a big step, and that's why Brandon University is committed to helping you get off to a great start. Brandon University has a 125-year history of high-quality academic programs, combined with a constantly growing sup- port system that helps today's students put their best foot forward as soon as they step on campus. A friendly and welcoming group of student leaders greet new students when they arrive for orientation, and the helpful faculty and staff are with them every step of the way, including academic assistance, career counselling, Student Accessibility Services, personal counselling and cultural resources such as the Indigenous Peoples' Centre. A recent addition to BU's supports is the Al and Bee Wagner Indigenous Student Transition Program, which helps students adjust to university life through mentorship, academic check-ins and guidance from Knowledge Keepers. "We're a smaller university than many, but we prefer to look at it as being the right size for many new students, who want to step up to post-secondary education without being overwhelmed," said Leanne Barcello - na, Director of Recruitment and Retention at BU. "The students can really get to know each other and their professors. Many stay with us right through until completing their undergraduate degree, and some are with us even longer as they advance to one of our graduate programs. Others find BU a great place to start, building a strong foundation here before moving on to specialized pro - grams at larger universities." Located on a compact but full-service campus at the heart of Manitoba's sec- ond-largest city, BU offers its 3,500 students a wide range of options to prepare for their future careers. Students can choose from 19 undergraduate programs, six graduate programs and four certificate programs in the Faculties of Arts, Education, Health Studies, Science and the School of Music. In addition to the students on campus each day, a number of established professionals further their careers by studying offerings such as the Master of Education and Master of Psychiatric Nursing programs, which they can pursue part-time while they work. BU even has a Winnipeg campus, which offers the Bachelor of Science in Psychiatric Nursing. For those looking for something that BU doesn't offer, there are 19 available pre-professional programs, where students can study one to three years at BU before moving seamlessly into their desired pro - gram at other universities. Aiding in career preparation are built-in practicums in Education and Health Stud- ies, as well as the Co-op program, which allows students to earn while they learn by mixing in paid work experience between their academic terms. For the second year in a row, the Co-op program has achieved a 100 per cent success rate in placing students in workplaces that match their educational goals. Enoch Ouskun, who was a Co-op Busi - ness student at BU as well as a participant in the Indigenous Student Transition program, began an articling position with an ac- counting firm following his graduation this spring. He credited the people of BU with helping him reach his goals. "The professors and staff were all won- derful people and whenever I need help with anything, be it understanding a concept, getting office time to go over questions, or anything to do with deadlines," he said. They were always helpful and understand - ing." Brandon University also has robust re- search programs, allowing students to gain real-world experience working on mean- ingful projects, even at the undergraduate level. Right now, undergraduate BU students are working on projects such as cancer detection and treatment, environmental stewardship, quantum computing and green energy production. To learn more about Brandon University, take a virtual tour, or set up an in-person visit at BrandonU.ca/Future-Students. Brandon University helps students get a great start We're a smaller university than many, but we prefer to look at it as being the right size for many new students, who want to step up to post-secondary education without being overwhelmed" — Leanne Barcellona, Director of Recruitment and Retention, Brandon University ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE MAJOR COMING FALL 2024 BRANDON UNIVERSITY

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