Historian, coach and healthcare leader honoured at 2026 Alumni Awards of Excellence
Kurt Michael Downes, Dr. Bryan E. Walls and Mandeep Bumbra were recognized by the Alumni Association as graduates who have made meaningful contributions in their professions, communities and beyond. (PHOTO BY MICHAEL WILKINS/UNIVERSITY OF WINDSOR)
By John-Paul Bonadonna
The spirit of leadership, resilience and community was on full display as the University of Windsor Alumni Association welcomed the campus community, graduates, leaders, faculty and friends to the 2026 Alumni Awards of Excellence.
Presented by the Alumni Association, the awards recognize graduates who have made meaningful contributions in their professions, communities and beyond.
This year’s honourees – Dr. Bryan E. Walls, Kurt Michael Downes, and Mandeep Bumbra each took to the stage to share their achievements and their stories.
