Campus News News Archive

Faculty of Law
Faculty of Law to host Harry Walsh, O.C., Q.C. Lecture featuring keynote Marie Henein, K.C.
February 24, 2025 —
All members of the legal community are invited to join us for this lecture held in honour of Harry Walsh, O.C., LL.D., Q.C., one of Canada's most legendary advocates who fought for the abolition of capital punishment in Canada and helped found Legal Aid Manitoba.

Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Black Flourishing at UM
January 29, 2025 —
From bookclubs and podcasts to keynote speeches and panel discussions, the 2024-25 Promoting Black Flourishing Fund showcase the creativity and diversity of the Black community at UM.

UM on the Canada Reads 2025 longlist
January 22, 2025 —
Two books with strong ties to the University of Manitoba have been selected for this year’s CBC's Canada Reads competition: A Two-Spirit Journey by Ma-Nee Chacaby with Mary Louisa Plummer published by University of Manitoba Press and When the Pine Needles Fall by Katsi’tsakwas Ellen Gabriel with UM Assistant Professor in History and Indigenous Studies Sean Carleton.

Students
Gen Z: CBC Manitoba wants to hear from you!
January 10, 2025 —
Share your stories for broadcast from Jan. 20 to 31

Operations and Maintenance
What’s open and closed at UM during Winter Break
December 20, 2024 —
Here's what's open and closed on UM campuses Dec. 20 to Jan. 2.

Safety and security at UM
November 29, 2024 —
UM Security Services offers comprehensive programs and initiatives to support safety on all UM campuses.

Festive finds: 7 great gift ideas for everyone on your ‘nice’ list
November 27, 2024 —
Shop the UM BookStore holiday sale

WPS update on Nov. 19 incident
November 21, 2024 —
“Investigators have explored multiple sources of evidence; however, have not been able to substantiate the information that has come forward.”

Follow-Up on Campus Safety Incident
November 21, 2024 —
A message from Dr. Michael Benarroch, President and Vice-Chancellor, and Dr. Diane Hiebert-Murphy, Provost and Vice-President (Academic)