Canadian Mennonite University Alumni

09/28/2026

While working at Initiatives for Just Communities as Director of Services, alumna Jacqueline Sookermany (CMU '15) has never forgotten how CMU fostered their passion for caring for others.

"CMU taught me to expect more from the world and gave me the tools to make more happen for the people I support and care for."

In our latest Alumni in their own words, we spoke to Jacqueline about how their intersectional studies at CMU taught them to live out their values in social work and inspired them to become a CMU monthly donor.

Learn more about Jacqueline and learn how you can give to CMU: https://ow.ly/paSu50ZRb62

09/22/2026

09/20/2026

What a beautiful day of reconnection and memories.

Thank you to all our alumni who returned to campus for today’s reunions. It was inspiring to see old friends and classmates come together, share stories, and celebrate the CMU community. Thank you for making today truly special.

09/17/2026

09/15/2026

This Saturday, reunite with old friends and classmates at Fall at CMU.

Graduates from classes ending in 6 are invited to reconnect and celebrate at our alumni reunions. Reunion groups for 10-, 20-, and 30-year classes are invited to Marpeck Commons from 10:30–11:30 AM for coffee and muffins in the CMU Library. Those celebrating a 40-, 50-, 60-, and 70-year reunion are invited to a dinner with CMU President Cheryl Pauls from 5:00-6:30 PM in the Great Hall.

If you have questions about any of these events, connect with Marianne Siemens, Advancement Events Coordinator, at [email protected]

Alumni Reunions | Fall at CMU
500 Shaftesbury Blvd
September 19

09/11/2026

Sometimes, it actually is rocket science. And brain science.
Students from Westgate Mennonite Collegiate and Mennonite Brethren Collegiate Institute had the extraordinary opportunity to hear from Dr. Roberta Bondar at CMU today. She is a pioneering astronaut, scientist, and neurologist whose career has taken her from studying the human brain to orbiting Earth aboard the Space Shuttle Discovery.
Tonight, the conversation opens to everyone.
Join us for Beyond Boundaries: Science, Space, and the Art of Discovery with Dr. Roberta Bondar, as Canada’s first female astronaut reflects on science, space exploration, art, and the curiosity that has shaped her remarkable career.
Tonight, September 11, 2026
7:00–8:30 PM
CMU Chapel, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd.
Following the keynote and panel discussion, guests are invited to the MHC Gallery for a book signing and reception celebrating the opening of Bondar’s photography exhibition, Patterns & Parallels: The Great Imperative to Survive.
Come hear from one of Canada’s most accomplished explorers—tonight at CMU.
Visit https://ow.ly/mOqX50ZMIt1 for details and livestream.

09/10/2026

Calling all alumni!

As part of this year's Fall at CMU, Kenton Lobe and Charlie Peronto invite alumni to plant trees around campus! Come to CMU on September 19, between 9:00 AM and 12:00 PM, to volunteer alongside staff, faculty, students and fellow alumni in planting trees, shrubs, and fruiting plants to enhance campus biodiversity and build community. No gardening experience is required.

Register for tree planting by emailing Kenton Lobe, Chair of the CMU Advisory Committee on Sustainability, at [email protected]

You can also contribute by giving $100 toward purchasing a tree! Give to our reforestation project here: https://ow.ly/8gsX50ZLIZG

Reforestation with Charlie and Kenton | Fall at CMU
500 Shaftesbury Blvd.
September 19 | 9—12 PM