Burman University — Attraction in City of Lacombe

Terrible Deans at this University, they do not care about their students and worry about themselves. If you want your son or daughter to be forgotten and starve, send them to this University. Students with COVID have complained that the Deans are not bringing food to them during their quarantine. These students had to take extreme actions to get food on their tables in such a state. I cannot generalize the actions of some over the entire school. But I can generalize the fact that this University is forgetting about the foundations of our church. Easier to become corrupt since its an Adventist school and students feel safe with what they are being taught since it is an Adventist school. If your son/daughter is not strong in Faith, their spiritual views will become Liberal here.

This school is introducing corrupt teachings. The young theologists that leave this school, and church members are shook and disappointed with the introduction of strange teachings. They don't support the health message and do not accommodate your student's dietary restrictions. Vegans/Vegetarians are left to eat whatever is left from the meal that is generally served, there is no specific meals to feed them what they need. I am sure this University can be used by God's purpose if they apply the foundations of the church and change some faculty members who have forgotten about God and forget about the well being of their students. There are very good teachers here, but I am saddened that the unacceptable actions of some may put them in bad light. As a youth-adult SDA leader of the church, I advise my youth to think 7 times before coming to this school. Its a beautiful campus to go to but all we can depend on now is the strength of our own faith. Do not depend your faith on others, depend it on you and your God.

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My apologies, my emphasis was on Vegans. They pay so much for a meal plan and sometimes only get to eat salads? I have friends that are additionally paying for food outside the school to sustain themselves with necessary nutrients as vegans. Is that fair? Not at all. The Canadian Military feeds me 7 times better than what we would eat at Burman because they focus on the dietary needs of each of the dietary restrictions, including religious.

Lastly, don't try to hide the fact that students were left without food and forgotten in their dorms while they had COVID. If what you say really aligns, then several students wouldnt have complained about the fact that they didnt have a plate of food for a single day coming from the so called responsable Deans. The only reason they dudnt starve and die from that sickness is because they had to break Governemnt Regulatory rules of abondaning quarantine just to be able to eat! Thats terrible!

The only solution to all this is creating a survey for your students. Collect feedback and see how to improve. I want this school to succeed! We are family! But at the moment some staff isnt focusing on the well-being of its students. And that is...

I loved my four years here and while, like many things in life, you really can find what you are looking for here, going through the bio-pre med program, I largely found compassionate, supportive and spiritually seeking teachers who truly cared about me, and would extend meal invites to their homes (some which I have since stayed in contact with) and an incredible group of open minded and warm classmates and friends to journey with.

I would highly recommend making the most of the outdoor opportunities and so enjoyed the many trails to run or hike on (yes, even in the snow :), cross country ski, as well as finding ways and buddies to get into the STUNNING Rocky Mountains for day trips, car camping, hiking or climbing. I would highly recommend checking out Abraham Lake to the West, which is roughly the closest access.

As an American, having stayed in the dorms for two years, and lived off campus for two years, it is possible to put down roots, and invest time with loved ones and teachers. It is a transition place in life, so it does have many growing pains and loneliness at times to be expected, but I found this to be a safe and nurturing place to grow.

Some of my fondest memories were vespers down at the fire pit by the lake and simple meaningful moments of laughter, honesty, road trips and meals shared with friends.

Also, getting to see the Northern Lights!? C’mon! T^T

I would go here again in a heart beat! Mhhh.

(photo credit for the Northern Lights photo of some friends and I was Tristan...

Had the best time of my life, while I was at Burman University from 2015-2019. Every staff and faculty that I have ever known were filled with the love of Christ.

Being American and never stepping foot on Canadian soil before Burman was a feat in of itself. However, I know that I was home by how I was treated with my crippling anxiety.

One thing I would love to mention is how blessed Burman University is to have the Sakala Student Success Centre. It was my favorite place to study and hang out in between classes. I loved how the staff provided a listening ear, hugs and advise when times got tough.

A huge plus is that Banff National Park is only a couple hours away from campus. Many people from all over the world drop loads of money to see the Canadian Rockies. The fact that it is so close is a huge bonus.

If I had to choose which college I would go to for undergrad, I would do it again in a heartbeat. While I am back in the United States, I will never forget what the Hilltop...