Things to Know News Archive
Updating your course materials: How to create an accessible document
June 18, 2024 —
Provincial legislation mandates that all course materials and documents be accessible
Let’s “Brand Together” – it’s time to find and update all old UM logos and brand
June 13, 2024 —
Let's "Brand Together" to help share UM's story - by updating all old logos.
Sustainability
Reduce emissions – and get active – with Commuter Challenge and Bike to Work Day
May 28, 2024 —
UM is again participating in two popular summer sustainability events – Commuter Challenge (June 2-8) and Bike to Work Day (June 11). All UM students, staff and faculty are encouraged to participate.
Alumni
What is Homecoming all about? Here are five things it’s not!
May 6, 2024 —
Save the dates for Homecoming 2024, being held September 14 - 21.
Have a bloomin’ good time on Campus Beautification Day 2024
May 6, 2024 —
The annual University of Manitoba Campus Beautification Day festivities take place May 23, 28 and June 6 at Bannatyne campus, Fort Garry campus, and William Norrie, respectively.
Thank you for your continued commitment to accessibility at UM!
May 1, 2024 —
Together we’ve made great strides to ensure everyone has equal access to information
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Digital security at UM and beyond
April 30, 2024 —
It seems that everywhere you turn, there is news of a new scam or fraud. Critical thinking can be your best defense.
Accessibility checklist: What you need to know for May 1
April 16, 2024 —
Mandatory training for all employees, prioritization for updating documents, info on PDFs, and more
New EFAP offers diverse mental health resources for UM employees
April 16, 2024 —
Starting May 1, the University of Manitoba is switching from Telus Health to Kii by CloudMD for their Employee and Family Assistance Program. EFAP is a program available to all UM employees and provides free access to mental health and wellness services.
What is ‘Duty to notify’ or an active offer?
April 9, 2024 —
Breaking down accessibility requirements, including alternate or accessible formats