Canadian Mennonite University

25 Years, 25 Stories

Students are the heart of CMU. Over the past quarter century, our alumni have shaped industries, inspired communities, and redefined what it means to lead with purpose. In celebration of 25 years, we have profiled one remarkable graduate from each year—25 years, 25 stories.

 

Who are CMU alumni?

Given CMU's unique history, it's understandable that this question arises! The answer is simple.

An alumnus is any person who has completed a minimum of 18 credit hours at MBBC/Concord, CMBC, or CMU through the Shaftesbury undergraduate or graduate programs, or the Outtatown Discipleship School.

What's Happening

Alumni Profiles

Alumni in their own words - Marnie Klassen (CMU '21)

Alumni in their own words - Marnie Klassen (CMU '21)

Where has your life taken you since you left CMU?

After graduating I very quickly got a job doing communications and admin support with A Rocha Manitoba, a Christian nature conservation organization.

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Stephen Kang (CMU '20) stands outside Prairie Solar Café, his solar-powered mobile coffee trailer in Winnipeg.

Brewing purpose: Stephen Kang builds Prairie Solar Café

Throughout Manitoba's milder seasons, you can find Stephen Kang pulling shots of espresso, brewing tea, and pouring kombucha on tap from his small solar-powered trailer, Prairie Solar Café.

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Alumni in their own words - Alex Tiessen (CMU '16)

Alumni in their own words - Alex Tiessen (CMU '16)

This installment of Alumni in their own words features Alex Tiessen who graduated from CMU in 2016 with majors in English and Counselling Studies. In March 2026, Alex will return to CMU as its new Director of Advancement.

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Upcoming Events

Featured Event

Faspa on the Lawn: The Original Charcuterie

The Board of Canadian Mennonite University invites you to a lawn party on a lovely late spring evening. Come with expectation—ready to be heartened and inspired by what’s going on through CMU amid perplexing times and to share in friendship, food, and time on the lovely lawn.

June 17 | 6:00 PM | Assiniboine Castle (500 Shaftesbury Blvd.)
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Mini CMU Summer Day Camps

Mini CMU is a summer day program for children ages 6–12, hosted by CMU. Through hands-on learning, creative exploration, and active play, Mini CMU offers kids a place where they feel welcomed, supported, and excited to learn.

Jul 13 – Aug 28 | CMU Campus
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