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President Michael Benarroch in conversation, sitting on a grey chair

Year in Review

He tries to go to as many Bisons games and competitions as possible. And if he can’t make it, he’s sure to check out the recap. President Michael Benarroch loves the action—but being in the crowd is a highlight too.

“I always talk with people sitting nearby. Back in February, I was watching the basketball team play in the Canada West Championship and I met alumni in the stands who were Bisons when I was still in high school—so this was a long time ago,” Benarroch says with a laugh.

“But there they were, cheering as though no time had passed, and they told me how connected they still feel to this community. And I get it. This place is special.”

Since that game, he’s had many more standout moments. We asked for a list of UM notables from the year that was. In no particular order, here’s what he told us:

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