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.
30 photographs -- 25 at 3.5" x 8" (color and b/w); 5 at 8" x 10" (b/w); 3 magnets; 1 plaque (8 x 3 cm)
History / Biographical
See RG 6, series 1 (Office of the Chancellor) for biographical information on Stanley Knowles.
Custodial History
This collection was accessioned by the McKee Archives in 1997. Prior custodial history is unknown.
Scope and Content
Collection contains photographs and memorabilia from Stanley Knowles' political career, and his time at Brandon University. Included are pictures of Knowles with Pierre Trudeau, Queen Elizebeth, Ed Broadbent, and other national political figures. However, the majority of the pictures have to do with the time Knowles spent at Brandon University later in his life, serving as Chancellor. These pictures depict Knowles addressing crowds and attending conferences. Of the three magnets included, two are pictures of Knowles late in life, while the third is a cartoonish representation of him. The plaque is a recreation of a campaign slogan from very early in Knowles' political career.
Notes
Description written by Mike White or Robyn Mitchell (2002).
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.
The class colours for the class of 1947 were brown and gold.
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1947 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt, features the colours black and gold, as well as the class motto "Brevior Vita Pauca" ("A short, brief life"). The flag features a mortarboard in the top left with a scroll/diploma and penned detail. The flag has a pocket lined with cloth 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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
A few tiny holes in the top right corner but overall good condition
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1948 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt, features the class colours of maroon and silver-grey, as well as the class motto "Scientia Vincit" ("Knowledge conquers"). The flag has rope 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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Tearing on top left side, small stain bottom right corner but overall good condition.
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1949 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt, features the class colours of dark green and gold, as well as the class motto "Plus Ultra" ("And more beyond"). The flag has a yellow lamp detail. The flag has rope 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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Two pieces of maroon felt have been seamed together to create the flag. Tears along the top
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1950 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt, features the class colours of maroon and white, as well as the class motto "Animo et fide" ("With spirit and faith"). The flag features the names of the graduates written in pen on two open books and the phrase "Jubilee Year." The flag has a pocket for hanging.
Names include: Joe Cordingley, Gwen Dempster, Bill Eames, Craig Ferguson, Marg Gerow, Don Irwin, Russell Kalakailo, Allison Boles, Morgan Brown, Verna Brown, Roy Brown, Finley Campbell, Ted Cantwell, Gladys Coutts, Ernie Miller, Marj Muirhead, Ivan Rainey, Ida Robertson, Iris Schoch, Lorne Scott, Gordon Sefton, Alfred Shaw, Nancy Small, Marg Small, Don Sumner, Joyce Tinline, Val Trent, Alvin Tyler, and L. Dixon.
Notes
It appears that the name L. Dixon was added at a later date. 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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1951 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt, features the class colours of red and grey (white), as well as the class motto "Ad astra per aspera" ("Through adversity one wins the stars"). The flag features the names of the graduates written in pen on a lantern. The flag has a pocket for hanging.
Names include: Harry George, Ivey Graham, Ferne Henderson, Gerald Jerrett, Angus Juckes, Lois Kennedy, Margaret Leckie, Patricia Magnacca, Harold Moffat, Kenneth Morrison, Frank Adamski, Ronald Bell, Gordon Bradley, Raymond Brown, Barton Bruce, Murray Coulthard, Dorine Dennison, Doreen Fedoruk, John Muir, Johnny MacLean, Lorna Prokaska, Jack Scott, Ernest Shaw, William Sutherland, Rosa Ziolkowski, William Fraser, and Michael Doig.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
"V" in the motto is loosing its stitching, a few markings
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1952 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of velvet, felt and cotton, features the class colours of wine and gold, as well as the class motto “Esse Quam Videri” (“To be rather than to seem”). The flag features the names of the graduates written in pen on a yellow mortarboard with tassel. The flag has a pocket for hanging.
Names include: Jean Allen, John Andrews, David Brodie, Kenneth Campbell, Ernest Criddle, Ronald Doupe, Joan Garnett, Campbell Finlay, Louise Hoey, Graham Hunt, James Kelleher, Jack Medd, John Muirhead, Marvin Muscovitch, Murray MacDonald, Paul McKinnon, Neil McKellar, Donna McPhail, Kenneth McNeely, Garfield McMahon, Blair MacRae, Peter Prokaska, Rodger Ramsden, Don Rousell, Murray Smith, Bruce Watson, William Black, William Bridgett, Catherine Crawford, Claudia Dickey, Isobel Lyon, John Miller, Neil MacKay, Agnes Nicholson, Shirley Bryce, Terry Prysiazniuk, Royce Richardson, Marion Simmons, David Smith, Joan Urie, and Harvey Van Dusen.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Holes on top right corner, a few stitches are missing where the hanging device was
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1953 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of velvet, felt and cotton, features the class colours of dark green and gold, as well as the class motto “Multum in parvo” (“Much in little”). The flag features the names of the graduates written in pen on the rays of a yellow sun. The flag has a pocket for hanging.
Names include: Jack Purvis, Shirley Finch, Pat Pope, Joyce Marie Thordason, George Leask, Albert Burton, Art Mantell, Roberta Wilkie, David Smith, George Jakubowski, Dahl Harvey, Diane McDonald, Cathy Nelson, Jim Struthers, Abe Penner, Shirley Mitchell, Bob Blair, Eileen McFadden, Ross George, Mary Jane McLachlan, Kay Oliver, James Bateman, Don Cronk, Louise Astle, Ariel Genik, Muriel Bedford, and John Brown.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1954 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of velvet, felt and cotton, features the class colours of green and silver, as well as the class motto in Greek (“I shall not fear”). The flag features the names of the graduates written in pen on a podium on which stands a lion. The flag has rope for hanging.
Names include: Donald Adams, Clive Bate, Mary Babiuk, Joy Barton, John Blackwood, Winnifred Cross, Shirley Curry, Olga Evaskow, Leo Evason, Alfred Francis, Alan Fraser, Ablert Gogol, Norman Hedison, Robert Hilton, Theodosy Hryshko, Keith Hunter, Arthur Klimchuck, Fred Lynch, Donna May, John Minions, Denis Mote, Ivy Robins, Marjorie Roland, Margaret Sanderson, David Shaw, Jean Shingfield, and George Smithson.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Couple of holes and loose stitching in the top right.
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1955 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of velvet, felt and cotton, features the class colours of navy blue and grey, as well as the class motto “Vincit omnia veritas” (“Truth conquers all things”). The flag features the names of the graduates stitched in blue thread on a present with a ribbon bow. There is also a laurel wreath and a bird figure. The flag has four black ties for hanging.
Names include: Benjamin Ward, John Meyers, Ken Adams, Helen Batho, Elaine Cameron, Gerald Graham, Lawrence Grieve, Delmar Gusdal, Allen Hattie, Stewart Hobbs, Walter Huculak, John Kelleher, William Keller, George Strang, Harold Woods, Gordon Williams, Harvey Young, Walter Korzenowski, James Minions, John McCamis, Frank McKinnon, Joan McLachlan, Barrie McLeod, Ron McMurray, Trevor McNeely, Verda Peden, Marjorie Pringle, Rosalie Prokopchuk, and Beverley Randell.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Staining/fading middle left by the stitching, visible hole in top left corner
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1954 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of felt, features the class colours of maroon and grey, as well as the class motto “Plus ultra est” ("There is more beyond"). The flag features the names of the graduates stitched in maroon thread and a lamp. The flag has twine for hanging.
Names include: Robert Lane, Barrie Bunch, Viola Bjarnson, Barbara Mills, Louis Lenz, Gerry Smith, Barrie Orr, John Hattie, John McArthur, Garth Bray, Lorraine Benson, Helen Sokolski, Michael Cyboka, George Willis, Alex Fedoruk, and Jack Fotheringham.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Tape residue bottom right corner, slight ripping to left, hanging device removed in corners.
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1958 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of cotton polyester blend with a cotton back, features the class colours of charcoal and pink, as well as the class motto “Ut omnes unum sint” (“So that all may be one”). The flag features the names of the graduates stitched in black thread on an open book, as well as a lamp, and a banner with stitched yellow wheat bushels.
Names include: Lloyd Brown, Eleanor Bryan, Louise Chapman, John Easter, Elaine Fraser, Dilys Pearce, Carman Rust, Janet Southern, Heather Stewart, Joyce Thompson, Jean Allen, Norman Hedison, James Simpson, Helen Sokalski, Mervin Brandon, Jim Callender, Wayne Clendenning, Terry Dechka, Ian Dickson, William Friesen, William Gates, K. Harrison, Harold Hutton, Andrew Kossak, Harvey Kushmaniuk, Arnold Minish, Robert Nelson, Russell Roney, Jack Scott, Brian Thorkelson, and Jack Jubenvill.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Visible stains, possible water marks, hems in good condition
Scope and Content
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1959 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of velvet and cotton blend, features the class colours of red and white, as well as the class motto “Floreat Veritas" ("May truth flourish"). The flag features the names of the graduates divided by faculty stitched in red thread on a shield surrounded by a laurel wreath and banner. The flag has two ties for hanging.
Names include: Paul Antrobus, Barry Birch, Alfred Brooks, Glenyce Currie, Carolyn Johnson, Ronald Kirbyson, Delmer Kitch, Cornelius Moerman, Robert Rempel, Margaret Schilichther, Douglas Watson, David Wilson, Jane Wilson, Warren Winkler, Helen Wright, Shirley Young, James Melvin, Barbara Russell, Bob Bagg, Douglas Birch, Louise Borodi, Clare Coburn, Cameron Darveux, James Donaghy, Joan Evans, Audrey Gash, Gilbert Giem, William Grant, Elaine MacDonald, Margaret MacDonald, Gary Martin, Herbert Murray, Wayne Pettapiece, Kathleen Pue, Niel Robertson, Alexander Russell, Jon Skafel, Stewart Tunningly, Arnold Tweed, Alan Wells, Michael Yakimishyn, John Easter, Jean Firby, John Hattie, Russell Roney, Dilys Pearce, Chester Tesarowski, Brian Thorkelson, and Nelson Unicume.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
Item was created by the Brandon College class of 1960 as part of their commencement activities. The flag, which is made of velvet and cotton blend, features the class colours of black and gold, as well as the class motto “Temptare, Petire, Invenire Neque Cedere” (“To strive, to seek, to find but not to yield”). The flag features the names of the graduates divided by Arts and Science stitched in yellow thread. In the centre of the flag is a laurel wreath and torch. The flag has ties for hanging.
Names include: Sandra Lowe, Clark Mitchell, Donna McDonald, Richard McDonald, Fred McIntosh, Warren McKinnon, Gary Prior, Alden Slawson, Norville Spence, Donna Wilkins, Charles Alford, Malcolm Alford, Stanley Boguski, Cecil Bund, John Chudzik, Robert Melvin, Regina Armstrong, George DeMare, Edward Gillespie, David Halstead, Barry Heselgrave, John Lockie, Jack Mahoney, Wayne Murton, Terence McFadden, Barry McLennon, James Potter, Thompson Ross, Robert Simmons, Arthur Slifka, Larry Smith, Murray Zuk.
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 Dayna Lytwyn/Osten Sahulka (February 2024) and Christy Henry.
