UM Today Archives
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
A Calling to Care : Network News
June 7, 2023 — When Valerie Wiebe [BN/93, MN/99] became the first female president and chief operating officer of Concordia Hospital in 2015, she didn’t know the facility would soon be affected by a complete overhaul of Manitoba’s health-care system.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic) News
Leadership announcements June 2023 : Network News
June 6, 2023 — The University of Manitoba is pleased to announce that Dr. Jan Stewart has been appointed Dean of the Faculty of Education, effective August 1, 2023.
The creation of UM’s new Strategic Plan: Where We Are Today : Campus News
June 6, 2023 — Dear UM community, Thank you to all who have participated in the consultation process for the University of Manitoba’s strategic plan so far. We are excited to share the Where We Are Today report for your review and input.
Desautels Faculty of Music News
Perla of wisdom for future generations : Network News
June 6, 2023 — 2023 Desautels Faculty of Music graduate Perla Wiens is prepared for a future as an exceptionally talented music educator.
Asper School of Business News
Congratulations Asper grads! : Network News
June 6, 2023 — The Asper School of Business celebrates the Class of 2023 during convocation season!
Alumni News
Meet the 2023 Distinguished Alumni Award for Community Service recipient : Network News
June 6, 2023 — Learn about Howard Morry’s journey from student to community builder and advocate
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
Business entrepreneur and UM alum receives honorary degree : Network News
June 6, 2023 — Earlier this month in Niagara on the Lake, the UM conferred an honorary Doctor of Laws degree upon Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences alumni Donald Triggs, who graduated in 1966 with a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture (Honours).
Students News
UM’s Governor General medal winners are determined to shape a better world : Network News
June 5, 2023 — Meet some of the exceptional members of the University of Manitoba’s class of 2023! These individuals have been awarded Governor General’s Academic Medals for outstanding achievement at their level of study.
Faculty of Arts News
Love of political studies turns into MLA internship : Network News
June 5, 2023 — Back in high school, El-Shaddai Nyakiir, knew she wanted to attend university but was unsure of what to study. After taking a variety of first year courses, the political studies program from the Faculty of Arts rose to the top of her list. In spring 2023, El-Shaddai will graduate with a bachelor of arts advanced degree in political studies with a minor in philosophy.
Faculty of Arts News
Meet the 2023 Faculty of Arts Gold Medal Recipients : Network News
June 5, 2023 — The Faculty of Arts is pleased to present the 2023 undergraduate academic medal winners. Their achievements are recognized in the Spring 2023 convocation ceremony.





