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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? : U of M 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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young people gather in a barber shop as part of an outreach workshop

Creating safer campus spaces through basketball : Editor's Picks

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

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Student members of the University of Manitoba's Indigenous Student Led Indigenous Art Purchase Program. (Submitted by C.W. Brooks-Ip)

School of Art News

CBC Manitoba: How the University of Manitoba is decolonizing its art collection : U of M in the News

July 5, 2024 —  How the University of Manitoba is decolonizing its art collection

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Associate Dean (research), Faculty of Science, Steve Whyard smiling standing in front of trees on campus during the summer (2024)

UM Faces and Spaces: Steve Whyard : Featured

July 5, 2024 —  Learn more about Steve Whyard, associate dean (research) in the Department of Science, professor of Biological Sciences, and his efforts to control pests, such as mosquitoes, through RNA technology.

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Mazdak Khajehpour, wearing a black shirt, sitting in a chemistry lab, smiling at the camera.

Faculty of Science News

Mazdak Khajehpour receives the Michèle Auger Service Award from the Biophysical Society of Canada : Network News

July 4, 2024 —  Khajehpour is an associate professor in the department of chemistry who is not only an established and accomplished researcher but also an advocate for engaging students and faculty in creating a community for biophysical research in Canada. One his contributions cited in the award is his 

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Students News

Join the registration scavenger hunt! : Network News

July 4, 2024 —  Uncover the clues and reacquaint yourself with the twists and turns of course planning

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Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, invests 10 Officers (O.C.) and 13 Members (C.M.). into the Order of Canada during a ceremony at Rideau Hall on 6 May 2022. The Order of Canada is one of our country’s highest honours. Appointments are made for sustained achievement at three levels: Companion, Officer and Member. Officers and Members may be elevated within the Order in recognition of further achievements, based on continued exceptional or extraordinary service to Canada. Credit/Mention de source: Sgt Mathieu St-Amour, Rideau Hall, OSGG-BSGG Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

Alumni News

Members of UM community appointed to Order of Canada : Network News

July 4, 2024 —  On June 27, 2024, Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced 83 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including one Companion, 16 Officers, two Honorary Officers and 64 Members.

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