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Signatories of Memorandum of Understanding pose together for a photo at Sidi Mohamed Ben Abdellah University of Fez.

Research and International News

UM grows partnerships for sustainable agriculture in Africa : Network News

July 8, 2024 —  UM has signed four new partnership agreements with institutions across the North African nation of Morocco.

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Camila Oda Jallime standing next to her research poster in brodie atrium

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

Grad students showcase their health research, network at annual event on Bannatyne : Network News

July 8, 2024 —  More than 180 graduate students presented their work in a poster competition, networked with colleagues and mentors, heard from innovative speakers and were recognized for their accomplishments through awards presentations during this years’ annual Manitoba Student Health Research Forum (MSHRF), June 17-19.  “This year it was bigger and better,” said Dr. Samantha Pauls

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Adam Muller, director of the peace and conflict studies program at the University of Manitoba

Faculty of Arts News

CBC Manitoba: St. John’s-Ravenscourt parents raise concerns about bullying, Israel-Hamas war response at school : UM in the News

July 8, 2024 —  St. John's-Ravenscourt parents raise concerns about bullying, Israel-Hamas war response at school

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money in a jar marked "savings"

Faculty of Arts News

CBC Manitoba: Manitobans worry about cost of living, crime and health-care waits, survey suggests : UM in the News

July 8, 2024 —  Manitobans worry about cost of living, crime and health-care waits, survey suggests

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Research and International News

The Conversation: The treatment of environmental activists at Olympic Games contradicts IOC’s Olympism ideals : UM in the News

July 8, 2024 —  With the Paris Olympics fast approaching under the shadow of the climate crisis, activists and advocates continue to raise questions about the International Olympic Committee’s (IOC) commitment to one of three pillars of the Olympic Agenda: sustainability.

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Left to right: Lisa Haydey, The Honourable Glen Simard, Kassandra Taverner

Faculty of Law News

Legislature’s Arts & Culture Day a learning opportunity for UM arts legal clinic summer students : Network News

July 8, 2024 —  On May 30, 2024, law students from the Manitoba Legal Clinic for the Arts attended Arts & Culture Day at the Legislature, hosted by Manitobans for the Arts. This marked the first time in eight years that the event was held, bringing together lawmakers, artists, arts and culture organizations, and arts supporters. The law students had the unique opportunity to connect with many of the amazing individuals who contribute to Manitoba’s vibrant arts scene.

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Chris and Casey smiling at the camera at the soil reader field.

Faculty of Science News

General Science Internship Program (GSIP) : Featured

July 6, 2024 —  Work-integrated learning (WIL) has become fundamental to the Canadian educational experience, equipping students with practical skills and experience necessary for success in the workforce. The Faculty of Science is excited to offer a brand-new work integrated program to students in the B.Sc. General degree program.

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A female doctor talks with a little girl about her health during a medial appointment. She is dressed semi-casually and has a stethoscope around her neck.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

National network to accelerate research for rare diseases in kids : Editor's Picks

July 5, 2024 —  A group of researchers from the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences and Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba (CHRIM) has leadership roles in a national initiative to accelerate research and treatment for rare diseases in children. 

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Arthur Schafer

Faculty of Arts News

CJOB 680: Did the NHL get it right when they decided to re-instate Chicago Blackhawks executives Stan Bowman, Joel Quenneville and Al MacIsaac on July 10th? : UM in the News

July 5, 2024 —  CJOB 680: Did the NHL get it right when they decided to re-instate Chicago Blackhawks executives Stan Bowman, Joel Quenneville and Al MacIsaac on July 10th?

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Students News

Creating safer campus spaces through basketball : Network News

July 5, 2024 —  A new event is coming to UM on July 13 and the community is welcome to join

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