UM Today Archives

February 6, 2025 —  The Manitoba Marathon cancelled due to heat in 2022. A shortened cross-country ski season because there wasn’t enough snow in 2024. These are just two examples of how climate change is changing sport. If you look globally, there are many more.  Dr. Madeleine Orr, a world-leading sports ecologist will give the keynote address at the University of Manitoba’s Sustainability Night on Feb. 27, with her talk titled 'Climate change vs. sport: Keeping the score on adaptation and activism'. 

February 6, 2025 —  Nominations open now until March 10

February 5, 2025 —  Forced ownership of Gaza would constitute war crime: U of M international law expert

February 5, 2025 —  Looking to global markets a long-term option, but '30 days is not a whole lot of time': U of M economist

February 5, 2025 —  When Dr. Juliana (Julie) Pfeffer was growing up, she thought all dentists conducted research, taught dental students and delivered care, because her parents did all three.

February 5, 2025 —  Recognized for their leadership potential, University of Manitoba student Elora Cromarty (BA'25) and graduate Rachel Cluett (BA'24) are finalists for the McCall MacBain Scholarships at McGill. The two finalists will travel to Montreal to attend final interviews in March, with travel expenses covered by the scholarship program.

February 4, 2025 —  For 45 years, the University of Manitoba has partnered with the University of Nairobi and the non-profit Partners for Health and Development in Africa (PHDA) to achieve successful STI and HIV research, prevention, care and treatment programs to the most vulnerable communities in Kenya and in Africa.

February 4, 2025 —  Looking for a fun, easy way to commute to campus, while saving money on gas and parking and reducing emissions? An e-bike might be for you.  

February 4, 2025 —  This new series, called Pedagogy of Care shows how different expertise, initiatives or pedagogies work together to create inclusive and engaging courses and programs. The creators and facilitators recognize that treating the students holistically, with their well-being in mind, will help contribute to a sustainable future for the UM. 

February 4, 2025 —  On January 30, 2025, the 2024 Celebrating Co-op Awards welcomed co-op students and employer partners to reflect on another incredible year for co-op education. Sponsored by The Associates of the Asper School of Business, this event celebrates the Manitoba business community’s dedication to educating future business leaders.