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Verda McDonald collection

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Part Of
MG 2 Brandon College students
Description Level
Collection
GMD
multiple media
Date Range
1951-2005
Accession Number
16-2016
Part Of
MG 2 Brandon College students
Description Level
Collection
Accession Number
16-2016
GMD
multiple media
Date Range
1951-2005
Physical Description
10.5 cm textual records
18 loose photographs
Physical Condition
Some of the pages and photographs in the scrapbooks have become loose
History / Biographical
Verda Joan McDonald (nee Peden) was born in Brandon, MB on May 2, 1934. She was the middle daughter of Bill, a school principal, and Phyllis Peden. McDonald attended school at King George, Alexandra (now Betty Gibson), Earl Oxford and Brandon Collegiate Institute. In 1951, McDonald enrolled in the Bachelor of Arts program at Brandon College. A fellowship program from the local YMCA enabled her to teach gym and swim programs after school and on Saturday for a small salary, which enabled her and some other students to finance their education. She graduated in 1955 with a Bachelor of Arts degree. During her graduating year, McDonald served as Lady Stick for Brandon College; the title of Lady Stick was an elected position and an honour, and gave McDonald and the person elected Senior Stick, Frank McKinnon, the responsibility of leading the student council for that year. In 1956, McDonald obtained her Bachelor of Pedagogy degree, also from Brandon College, which allowed her to teach grades 1 to 12 in Manitoba. Verda married her college sweetheart, Dick McDonald, on August 25, 1956, and the couple moved to Dauphin to teach at the Dauphin Collegiate and Technical Institute for two years. They returned to Brandon in September 1958, and Verda proceeded to teach at Brandon Collegiate, Neelin High School and Vincent Massey until December 1960. When Dick finished his degree at Brandon College and started teaching, Verda stayed at home to raise their three sons, Rick, Paul and Daren. During this time she began her many years of volunteering within the community. She served seven years on each of the following three boards: The Brandon Schools Instrumental Music Association; The Brandon University Alumni Board; and The Board of Fairview Nursing Home. She became President of each board during her term. McDonald supported her husband throughouet his teaching and financial career, as well as his strong involvement in the Artillery Reserve Army with the 26th Field Regiment where he served as Commander and later Honorary Colonel. Both McDonald and her husband maintained strong ties with Brandon University and have contributed generously to funding campaign and scholarships. The Sports Wall of Fame in the Health Living Centre on the Brandon University campus is named in their honour. In addition to their involvement with Brandon University, the McDonald's were members of the Kinsmen, K40 service club, gold and bridge clubs and enjoyed many years together in Brandon. They enjoyed going on cruise ship holidays and visited many countries together. Since Dick's death in September 2015, Verda has tried to maintain her involvment in university activities. She continues to reside in Brandon, MB.
Custodial History
Records were created and collected by Verda McDonald during her years as a student and alumna of Brandon College/Brandon University. The records were stored in her home until their donation to the McKee Archives in 2015.
Scope and Content
Collection consists of records dealing with Verda McDonald's experiences as a student and alumna at Brandon College/University. The majority of the collection contains records from the early 1950s during McDonald's college years (1951-1955). These records, which cover the social and athletic aspects of Brandon College in the 1950s, provide a detailed look at college student life during this time period. The collection also contains a small number of records (1955-2005), documenting McDonald's experiences as an alumna of Brandon College/University. The collection consists of four scrapbooks, which contain photographs, newspaper clippings, graduation cards, lyrics for class songs, and programs for graduation banquets, school dances, graduation ceremonies and drama productions. The scrapbooks also contain ephemera such as sports emblems, table decorations, election paraphernalia. It also includes McDonald's oath of office from when she was sworn in as Lady Stick, as well as her acceptance speech from the same ceremony. The three file folders in the collection include: a list written by Frank McKinnon, a classmate of McDonald's, outlining his reasons for coming to Brandon College and his recollections of being a student at Brandon College; the rules of Clark Hall residence hall; and pamphlets for various celebrations and events at Brandon University (Homecoming 2009, Homecoming 2006, Reunion Weekend 2005, Reunion Weekend 2004, Homecoming 1995 and 1995 Reconovocation program, Homecoming 1980, 1975 Open House). Finally, the collection contains 18 loose photographs. A number of the photos document important reunions for the Class of 1955 (40th Anniversary in 1995, 50th Anniversary in 2005), while others were taken at alumni events over the years (1988-1997). There is one postcard of Brandon University buildings (Original Building and Clark Hall, McMaster Hall and the Queen Elizabeth II School of Music building). Some of the 1995 reunion photos include images of the Brandon College Building and Clark Hall under renovation. Also included are a composite portrait of the Class of 1955 and class portraits Arts and Science for the Class of 1960.
Notes
History/Bio information provided by Verda McDonald. Description by Emily Bate (October 2016) and Christy Henry.
Name Access
Verda McDonald
Dick McDonald
Brandon University Alumni Association
Henry Champ
Joan Garnett
Eileen McFadden
Norma Walmsley
Ernie Criddle
Jean Wilkie
Jean Brown
Frank McKinnon
Hilt Stewart
Lou Visentin
Edward Schreyer
Doug Adams
Carla Eisler
Shawna English
Cindy Yacyshen
Jim Minions
Walter Huculak
Ben Ward
Elaine Cameron
Elaine McCrorie
Barrie McLeod
Gord Williams
Harvey Young
George Strang
Gerald Graham
Helen Batho
Helen Mitchell
Allan Hattie
Trevor McNeely
Russ Roney
Harold Woods
George Gooden
Harold Stewart
Jack Meyers
Ron McMurray
Ken Adams
Bill Keller
Lorne Day
Don Dillistone
Subject Access
student life
student activities
graduations
convocations
homecomings
reunions
chancellors
student productions
residences
college athletics
college initiation
Student government
Lady stick
Storage Location
2016 accessions
Related Material
Dilys Collier collection
Bob Blair collection
Brandon College fonds
Brandon University fonds
Arrangement
Two of the scrapbooks are in chronological order. The third scrapbook contains miscellaneous materials from the 1950s until 2005.
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Series VII: Special Events

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Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Series
Date Range
1950-2000
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Series
Series Number
VII
Date Range
1950-2000
Physical Description
200 photographs (b/w & colour)
Scope and Content
Series VII: Special Events: This series contains ten sub-series which highlight special events at Brandon University. For example, there are sub-series with photos from Brandon University’s 75th Anniversary, Bicycle Races, and Installations. There is also a very large sub-series called “Other” which includes almost 200 pictures of various special events, such as Prime Minister Chretien’s visit to the university, and Montreal Massacre Vigils held at the university.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

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Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.347
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
3.5" x 5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Academic Processional. In the gym. Unknown (Brandon?) priest, Stephan Macnacca (Mayor of Brandon), Walter Dinsdale (MLA), Denny Kells (first BUSU President).
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

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Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.348
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
3.5" x 5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Academic Processional. In the gym. Lee Clark (Registrar - blue hat in his hands indicates honorary degree conferral).
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2888
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.349
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
3.5" x 5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Academic Processional. In the gym. H.S. Perdue, Curly Tyler, ?
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2889
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.350
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
3.5" x 5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Academic Processional. In the gym. Charles Lightbody?, Honorary degree recipients: Stanley Knowles, H.L. MacNeill, and Wilfrid McGregor in the blue and red gowns.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2890
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.351
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
3.5" x 5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Academic Processional. In the gym. Honorary degree recipients: Milton Holden, Douglas Campbell, and Wilfred Bigelow in the red and blue gowns, E.A. Birkinshaw (Mathematics), Charles Lightbody?, Honorary degree recipient Stanley Knowles.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2891
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.352
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
3.5" x 5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Academic Processional. In the gym. Honorary degree recipient Wilfrid McGregor and Lorne Watson.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2892
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.553
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Wilfred McGregor receives honorary doctorate. Standing: Lee Clark (black robes) and Maitland Steinkopf (Chancellor in blue robes).
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2893
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.354
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Wilfred McGregor receives honorary doctorate. Standing: Lee Clark (Registrar) and Maitland Steinkopf (Chancellor)
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

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Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.355
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Wilfred G. Bigelow receives honorary doctorate. Maitland Steinkopf (Chancellor) standing.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2895
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.356
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Reverand Dr. MacNeill receives honorary doctorate.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2896
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.357
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Douglas Campbell receives honorary doctorate.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2897
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.358
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Milton Holden receives honorary doctorate.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2898
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.359
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
3.5" x 5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Stanley Knowles receives honorary doctorate.
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2899
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.360
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Platform Party - on stage in BU Gymnasium
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Convocation (Fall 1967)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2900
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.361
GMD
graphic
Date Range
1967
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Audience watches convocation from Gymnasium Floor
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Convocation (c. 1980s)

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Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1980s
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.362
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1980s
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Stanley Knowles (Chancellor) speaks at convocation
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Convocation (c. 1980s)

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Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1980s
Part Of
BUPC 1 Convocation
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
1.1.363
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1980s
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Professor John Chyzyk, Dr. Goerge McMaster, Kirk Brugger (Valedictorian)
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Convocation (c. 1985)

http://archives.brandonu.ca/en/permalink/descriptions2903
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1985
Part Of
Brandon University Photograph Collection
Description Level
Item
Series Number
1.1
Item Number
BUPC 1.1.364
Other Numbers
BUPC 1 Convocation
GMD
graphic
Date Range
c. 1985
Physical Description
5" x 3.5" (colour)
Scope and Content
Stanley Knowles and Dr. John Mallea.
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