Hallowed Halls

On this bonus episode I catch up with Isabela Dueck, beloved Collegiate instructor and the teacher advisor for the school newspaper during my time as its editor.

The music heard throughout this podcast series is by Lee Rosevere. You can learn more about him and hear more of his music here.

The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is located on Treaty One Territory, the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, Oji-Cree Nations, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

Hallowed Halls is hosted and produced by Isaac Würmann, with the support from Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate.

On this episode we catch up with the present. What is the Collegiate like today?

Guests on this episode are Joseph Tafese, former Model School student and current software engineering student at the University of Waterloo; Parminder Singh Gill, who graduated from the Collegiate in 2011 and now works for a local land developer; Ryley Krauss, who graduated from the RWB’s Professional Division in 2017 and now dances with the Ballet de Barcelona; and Cassidy Mann, who graduated from the Collegiate in 2013 and is now a working musician in Winnipeg.

The music heard on this podcast series is by Lee Rosevere. This episode features his songs “Honey and Clementines,” “Thought Bubbles,” “Compassion,” “It Was Like That When I Got Here,” “Forest Chai,” and “Wireless.” You can learn more about Lee Rosevere and hear more of his music here.

We also heard the song Singabahambayo performed by the Collegiate choir. Thanks to choir director Renise Mlodzinski for providing that clip.

The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is located on Treaty One Territory, the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, Oji-Cree Nations, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

Hallowed Halls is hosted and produced by Isaac Würmann, with the support from Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate.

On this episode we move into the 21st century and learn some more about the Model School program.

Guests on this episode are Phyllis Webster, former English instructor at the Collegiate; Carly Sloshower, human rights officer at the Manitoba Human Rights Commission; Ian Elliott, director of the Model School; and Iroc Levasseur, former Model School student and current sociology student at the University of Winnipeg.

The music heard on this podcast series is by Lee Rosevere. This episode features his songs “Honey and Clementines,” “Compassion,” “Thought Bubbles,” “Bigger Questions,” “Where Was I,” “All I Have Left Are These Photographs,” and “Wireless.” You can learn more about Lee Rosevere and hear more of his music here.

The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is located on Treaty One Territory, the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, Oji-Cree Nations, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

Hallowed Halls is hosted and produced by Isaac Würmann, with the support from Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate.

On this episode we hear from some students who travelled a long way to attend the Collegiate, and we learn about one of the school’s most beloved instructors.

Guests on this episode are Deri Latimer, motivational speaker in Winnipeg; Devin Latimer, chemistry professor at the University of Winnipeg; Leonard Asper, President & CEO of Anthem Sports and Entertainment Inc.; Tara Birtwhistle, former principle dancer and current associate artistic director at the Royal Winnipeg Ballet; and Phyllis Webster, former English instructor at the Collegiate.

The music heard on this podcast series is by Lee Rosevere. This episode features his songs “Honey and Clementines,” “Quizitive,” “Cherry Blossom Tea,” “Gone,” and “Wireless.” You can learn more about Lee Rosevere and hear more of his music here.

This episode also featured Mozart’s Sonata No. 13 In B Flat Major, K.333 - I. Allegro, performed by Brendan Kinsella; and Tchaikovsky’s Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies, recorded by Kevin MacLeod.

The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is located on Treaty One Territory, the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, Oji-Cree Nations, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

Hallowed Halls is hosted and produced by Isaac Würmann, with the support from Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate.

On this episode, we learn about the character of the Collegiate during the 1960s and 1970s, and hear from Winnipeg’s first woman mayor.

Guests on this episode are Susan Thompson, Mayor of Winnipeg from 1992 to 1998; Serena Keshavjee, history professor at the University of Winnipeg; and Dan Diamond, former publisher for the NHL.

The music heard on this podcast series is by Lee Rosevere. This episode features his songs “Honey and Clementines,” “Curiosity,” “Credit Roll,” “Max Flashback,” “Last Call,” “Featherlight,” and “Wireless.” You can learn more about Lee Rosevere and hear more of his music here.

We also heard sounds from a promotional video created for the Collegiate in 1968. You can watch that video here.

The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is located on Treaty One Territory, the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, Oji-Cree Nations, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

Hallowed Halls is hosted and produced by Isaac Würmann, with the support from Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate.

On this episode, we learn about the formation of United College in the early 20th century, and hear from a couple of the school’s graduates.

Guests on this episode are Richard J. Scott, Chief Justice of Manitoba from 1990 to 2013, and Jim MacDonald, portfolio manager at RBC Dominion Securities.

The music heard on this podcast series is by Lee Rosevere. This episode features his songs “Honey and Clementines,” “Musical Mathematics,” “Places Unseen,” “Reflections,” and “Wireless.” You can learn more about Lee Rosevere and hear more of his music here.

This episode also featured sounds from a promotional video created for United College in 1965. You can watch that video here.

The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is located on Treaty One Territory, the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, Oji-Cree Nations, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

Hallowed Halls is hosted and produced by Isaac Würmann, with the support from Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate.

On the first episode of this podcast series, we discuss the creation of Wesley College in the late 19th century, including the life of graduate J.S. Woodsworth.

Guests on this episode are Allen Mills, former political science professor at the University of Winnipeg, and Serena Keshavjee, history professor at the University of Winnipeg.

The music heard on this podcast series is by Lee Rosevere. This episode features his songs “Honey and Clementines,” “Thoughtful,” “Curiosity,” “Be Good to Yourself,” “In A Moment,” and “Wireless.” You can learn more about Lee Rosevere and hear more of his music here.

The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is located on Treaty One Territory, the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, Oji-Cree Nations, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

Hallowed Halls is hosted and produced by Isaac Würmann, with the support from Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate.

On this introduction episode, host and producer Isaac Würmann talks with Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate about some background and context to this podcast series.

The music heard on this podcast series is by Lee Rosevere. This episode features his songs “Honey and Clementines,” “Puzzle Pieces,” “Let’s Start at the Beginning,” “Featherlight,” and “Wireless.” You can learn more about Lee Rosevere and hear more of his music here.

The University of Winnipeg Collegiate is located on Treaty One Territory, the ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Dakota, Dene, Oji-Cree Nations, and the homeland of the Métis Nation. We acknowledge that our water is sourced from Shoal Lake 40 First Nation.

Hallowed Halls is hosted and produced by Isaac Würmann, with the support from Dean Kevin Clace and Associate Dean Bonnie Talbot from the University of Winnipeg Collegiate.