UM Today Archives
UM study shows most North American birds impacted by COVID-19 lockdowns : News
September 23, 2021 — Almost all the species they studied (80%) changed their use of human-altered habitats during the pandemic, and all types of birds, from hawks to hummingbirds, were affected.
Construction begins on Desautels Concert Hall : News
September 23, 2021 — Construction of the stunning new Desautels Concert Hall, an innovative and unique performance venue for Winnipeg, was officially announced at a UM Homecoming event
Students News
Join the Land and Water team, learn from the land : Network News
September 23, 2021 — Applications are now open for the Land and Water program, which offers immersive urban land-based experiences, and engaging online workshops and activities facilitated by Indigenous elders, knowledge holders, artists and others.
New Academic Jobs – September 22, 2021 : Network News
September 22, 2021 — New Academic Jobs - September 22, 2021
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning News
‘The true university experience’ : Network News
September 22, 2021 — Teaching and Learning Certificate program celebrates 2021 graduates
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
Inequity in health care focus at virtual Pride 2021 town hall : Campus News
September 22, 2021 — Prominent 2SLGBTQIA+ community members discussed their perspectives on challenges with the health care system at the virtual Pride 2021 Town Hall September 13. The event, Creating Positive Change in Health Care – A 2SLGBTQIA+ Perspective, was presented by the Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) at the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. The virtual panel discussion was moderated by Ellie Caslake, a transgender women, artist and EDI project developer and included four panelists who took turns answering Caslake’s questions on a range of health-related topics.
Asper School of Business News
Departing Asper School of Business Dean reflects on his tenure : Network News
September 22, 2021 — Jacoby’s commitment to student experience, EDI and the Drake Building will leave a lasting legacy.
Indigenous News
Exploring National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events : Featured
September 22, 2021 — UM community encouraged to listen, learn and reflect
COVID-19 safe return important update : News
September 21, 2021 — Effective Sept. 22, 2021, employees and students who are not fully vaccinated are required to undergo COVID-19 asymptomatic rapid testing prior to participating in any activity on campus
Students News
Virtual Fall Convocation offers chance to celebrate from here and afar : Campus News
September 21, 2021 — With our community’s health and safety in mind, the event will once again be virtual, using an innovative online platform that allows for an immersive and shared experience





