UM Today Archives
Information Services and Technology News
Next-generation networking coming to UM : Network News
April 24, 2023 — Information Services and Technology (IST) has partnered with Cisco on the next generation of networking for the University of Manitoba. The Network Segmentation Project was launched in April of 2021 to design and implement a new and improved campus-wide network. This new network and its associated technologies will improve network security, stability, and ease of use for all students, staff and faculty. Our IT support staff will also see improvements in administration, automation, and analysis.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
Storytelling a powerful part of EDI, UM prof says : Network News
April 21, 2023 — Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) was the theme at the 13th annual Advanced Practice Nursing conference hosted by the Graduate Nursing Students’ Association (GNSA) on April 5.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources News
Breaking Ice documentary features UM scientists on a mission to understand climate change : News
April 21, 2023 — The feature-length film from local film production company Build Films, follows a group of scientists from the Centre for Earth Observation in the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources as they conducted research to distinguish the effects of climate change from hydroelectric regulation of freshwater on Hudson Bay.
UM makes upgrades to HVAC systems : News
April 21, 2023 — The University of Manitoba has undergone heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) improvements over the last few years to support optimal quality of air and comfort for students, faculty, staff and visitors to UM campuses.
Faculty of Education News
Engaging students in land base learning and ecological justice : Network News
April 20, 2023 — Scott Durling is a part-time graduate student working with The Green Minds project to support students with climate crisis and mental health.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
Loyal patient at UM dental school clinic praises 57 years of care : Network News
April 19, 2023 — Catherine Hyska sat patiently in the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry’s clinic waiting room. She’s spent a lot of time in that space over the years. The 93-year-old has been a patient at the dental school since 1966.
Asper School of Business News
Research imitates life for Asper Assistant Professor published in FT50 journal : Asian Heritage Month: Teaching, learning and research
April 19, 2023 — Dr. Ratchel Zeng’s co-authored work on control and coordination receives prestigious publication and finds real-world application
President’s message for Earth Day 2023 : News
April 19, 2023 — I want to once again take this opportunity to share some important developments the University of Manitoba has taken to decrease its carbon footprint. I also want to say thank you.
Students News
Nominations for Advising Excellence Award open for summer 2023 : Network News
April 19, 2023 — For the past three years, outstanding academic and student advisors have been recognized with the Advising Excellence Award. For 2022, now is the time for candidates to enter submissions — with a new deadline of Aug. 31
Meet some of UM’s climate changemakers : News
April 19, 2023 — Four members of our community who are taking on climate change with ambition, resolve and hope. Watch their videos!





