Item was accessioned in 2007 by the McKee Archives. Prior custodial history is unknown.
Scope and Content
The pin is oval in shape, measuring 2 cm across at its longest point. The background of the pin is dark blue, with the University crest in the centre and the words Brandon University 60th Anniversary Reunion around the outside of the pin. The crest and the lettering are in gold.
The chain between the Brandon College portion of the pin and the '35 portion of the pin is broken. There is some discoloration on the '35 pin.
Custodial History
Item belonged to Winnifred Harvery, B.A. '35. It was donted to the Alumni Association at Brandon University in 1990.
Scope and Content
The pin consists of two parts, both pins in their own right. The first pin is a circle, 1 cm in diameter, with a small banner on top. The main circle is black with BC entwined in the middle and a link border around the outside. The lettering and border are in gold. The banner on top is also black, with the letters McM.U. in gold. This pin is linked to a second pin by a gold chain. The second pin consists of the numbers '35, in gold.
This pin was part of a donation, along with item 24, from Jean Bennest, class of 1934. It's original owner is unknown. The date the items arrived at the McKee Archives is also unknown.
Scope and Content
The pin consists of two parts, both pins in their own right. The first pin consists of three triangles and is art deco in design. The background of the triangles is red with each triangle edged in silver. The smallest triangle contains the letter "B, " the middle triangle the lettter "C," and the largest triangle the word "Arts." All the lettering is in silver. The first pin is connected to the second pin by a silver chain. The second pin consists of the number 30 and is sterling silver.
Item was accessioned in 2007 by the McKee Archives. Prior custodial history is unknown.
Scope and Content
Consists of a BU Class of 1982 badge that also celebrates Brandon's Centennial. It measures 4.5 x 5.75" and is made of god polyester. It has a blue border and all of the writing on the badge is in the same blue.
Item was accessioned in 2007 by the McKee Archives. Prior custodial history is unknown.
Scope and Content
Consists of a BU Class of 1986 badge. Measuring 3.5 x 3.5", the badge is whte with blue writing and embroidered border. It reads "Class of 86 Brandon University."
The Brandon University scarf was custom designed by William Chelsea. The design was called "Corner with a Core."
Scope and Content
Item is white polyester scarf measuring 53 x 57 cm. The scarf has two thick blue bands, with a thinner gold band in between, running around its edges. Each corner bearsh the Brandon University crest in blue, circled by the words Brandon University Brandon Manitoba Canada 67 in gold. The centre of the scarf has a diamond made of two thin blue strips with a thicker gold strip in between. The diamond has the same crests and wording in each corner.
Notes
Part of BU 16.2 Artifacts - apparel. History/Bio information from the Summer 1980 issue of Alumni News.
The three plates are identical and measure 26.5 cm in diameter. They were made to celebrate Brandon University's 75th Anniversary (899-1974). The plates are primarily white with a faint blue or green outer edge. In the centre is a picture of the University campus looking south from 18th Street; the Brandon University sign, the Drama building (originally the Science building and currently the Knowles-Douglas Student Union building), the Brodie building and McMaster Hall are all visible. "75th Anniversary 1899-1974" is on the back of each plate in gold lettering.
Notes
Part of BU 16.3 Artifacts - other.
Storage Location
RG 6 Brandon University fonds
Series16: Brandon University/College artifacts
16.3 Artifacts - other
Reading room display case
Item was accessioned in 2007 by the McKee Archives. Prior custodial history is unknown.
Scope and Content
Consists of a blue and gold felt crest. The letters "B" and "C" in blue on a gold background are intertwined at the top centre of the crest. Below that, in black lettering on a gold background is "McM.U." Below that in gold on a blue background is an oil lamp on a book (lamp of knowledge).
Item was accessioned in 2007 by the McKee Archives. Prior custodial history is unknown.
Scope and Content
Consists of a Brandon University Winter Carnival button. The button measures 2.5" across, with a white background. In the centre of the button is the Winter Carnival mascot. The mascot is circled by "Brandon University Winter Carnival" in blue lettering. The button has a gold and purple (originally blue?) ribbon attached to it.
The spoons celebrate Brandon University's 25th Anniversary (1967-1992). They are gold plated teaspoons with a round emblem in blue with the words "Brandon University 25, 1967-1992" in gold. The spoons are approximately 11.5 cm long.
Notes
Part of BU 16.3 Artifacts - other.
Storage Location
RG 6 Brandon University fonds
Series16: Brandon University/College artifacts
16.3 Artifacts - other
Box 2
Beatrice C. Hall graduated from Brandon College c. 1923. She was a teacher of some kind and died in California when she was about 80 years of age.
Custodial History
This ring was part of a donation, along with item 23, from Jean Bennest, class of 1934. It's original owner was Beatrice C. Campbell (nee Hall), a relative of Jean Bennest, and Brandon College graduate.
Scope and Content
The ring is oval in shape and made of gold. It has the letters "BC" entwined in the centre of the oval. There is lettering around the "BC" but it is worn and difficult to make out. It may read "Recte et Suavitem."
Notes
Part of BU 16.2 Artifacts - apparel. History/Bio information provided by Jean Bennest.
Three holes in the upper right side, one hole at the centre crease, sewing holes on the lower edge.
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1943 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt, features the class colours of red and gold, as well as the class motto "Debemus" ("We ought"). The flag features the names of the graduates and a crest. The flag has a pocket for hanging.
Notes
Loose translations for the class mottos were provided by Dr. Rosanne Gasse (Latin) and Dr. Steve Robinson (Greek), as well as from googling the mottos in October 2006. Description by Dennis Hurley/Tim Shackel (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Green dye has leaked onto the yellow felt, moth holes in the lower right quadrant, tears in the top and right corner
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1944 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt, features the class colours of green and gold, as well as the class motto "Aposse de Bottes" [no translation available]. The flag features the names of the graduates. The flag has a pocket for hanging.
Names include: Leslie Bowman, Joyce Braithwaite, Mary Ann English, Marion Epton, Sarah Gwen Glasgow, Anna Hughes, Cliff Kitson, ????, Roy Bailey, James Brown, Iva Delamater, Ruth Humeston, George Longphee, Roy McKenzie, Murray McPherson, Westley Wong, Alice Graham and Sheila More.
Notes
Loose translations for the class mottos were provided by Dr. Rosanne Gasse (Latin) and Dr. Steve Robinson (Greek), as well as from googling the mottos in October 2006. Description by Dennis Hurley/Tim Shackel (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Tar like substance in lower right quadrant. The main beige fabric may be a repurposed blanket.
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1945 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of a wool blend and heavy cotton, features the class colours of black and gold, as well as the class motto "Etiam Petenda" ("Even now (these) things must be sought"). The flag features the names of the graduates and a key symbol.
Names include: Pat Frith, Marianne Kite, Marion Caldwell, Andrew Judson, Glen Tillotson, Gwen Pechet, Margaret Tait, Bill Baynton, Martin Brawn, J Crane, Louis de Groot, Judson Stade, Genevieve Fuloski, Lenore Gusdal, Kay Hoemsen, Mary Hughes, Marion Jackson, Nettie Weseloski, Irma Kitson, Zen Koester, and Muriel Smith.
Notes
Loose translations for the class mottos were provided by Dr. Rosanne Gasse (Latin) and Dr. Steve Robinson (Greek), as well as from googling the mottos in October 2006. Description by Dennis Hurley/Tim Shackel (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Stitching on the lettering is frayed, holes in the top left and right corners, stain on the right under the letter "E" and a stain on the left under the letter "O".
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1946 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt and cotton, features the class colours of scarlet and gold, as well as the class motto "Nobiliora Pace" ("More noble than peace"). The names of the graduates are stitched in red thread on an open book. The flag has jute rope for hanging.
Names include: Joe Butcher, Doreen Clyde, Christine Coltart, Dorreene Fleming, Wilf McLeod, Elizabeth Northcott, Harley Potter, Jim Trotter, Earl Tyler, Rodney Wright, Elaine Campbell, William Chefurka, Robert Crawford, Elsie Hamilton, Gordon Lindsay, and Robert Mills.
Notes
Loose translations for the class mottos were provided by Dr. Rosanne Gasse (Latin) and Dr. Steve Robinson (Greek), as well as from googling the mottos in October 2006. Description by Dennis Hurley/Tim Shackel (February 2024) and Christy Henry.