Editor’s Picks News Archive

St. John's College
The importance of team culture
July 9, 2024 —
What started as her first job has now helped Judy Jayasuriya make a positive impact on experiential learning on campus.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
National network to accelerate research for rare diseases in kids
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.

Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Bringing work-integrated learning into the classroom with Dr. Snehil Dua
July 2, 2024 —
The hot lunch project is one of many ways that Dr. Snehil Dua incorporates Experiential Learning (EL) into her teaching. She is always looking for ways to help her students be prepared for the dynamic demands of the food industry.

St. John's College
Academic success isn’t always a linear line
June 23, 2024 —
Since her bachelor's degree in science, Grace Okunnu has come a long way. As she completes her first year at the Max Rady College of Medicine at the Bannatyne campus, she reflects on the journey that has gotten her to where she is today.

Research and International
UM-led research paves way for climate adaptive food systems for Indigenous and marginalized groups
June 21, 2024 —
A diverse team of researchers spanning six continents and more than ten countries has received funding from the Government of Canada to improve access to culturally significant foods for disadvantaged communities around the world.

Indigenous
The joy that comes from creating a better understanding of Indigenous history
June 20, 2024 —
Kaila Johnston, the lead for Education, Outreach and Programming at the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation talks about the importance of understanding the history of painful experiences many Indigenous Peoples went through for more than a century but also recognize their resiliency. Watch the video to learn more.

Asper School of Business
Celebrating history, heritage and resilience this National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 17, 2024 —
This National Indigenous Peoples Day, the Asper School of Business looks back on stories from 2023-24 that highlight First Nations, Inuit and Métis students and alumni, members of Indigenous Business Education Partners (IBEP).

Scientists predict localized extinction of Hudson Bay polar bears if Paris Climate Agreements are breached
June 13, 2024 —
For the first time, a multi-disciplinary team of scientists, including UM's Julienne Stroeve and Alex Crawford, analyzed sea ice thickness against polar bear and seal survival across all of Hudson Bay; due to faster-than-expected sea ice loss, scientists predict localized polar bear extinction.

School of Art Students Takashi Iwasaki and Netsanet Shawl Selected for Prestigious ICAF Next Generation X RBC Emerging Artists Project
June 11, 2024 —
On May 13, 2024, the ICAF Next Generation X RBC Emerging Artists Project officially announced the selection of emerging artists for the ICAF Next Generation feature.

Indigenous
UM apologizes to First Nations, Métis and Inuit descendant communities
June 9, 2024 —
On Monday afternoon, UM President and Vice-Chancellor Dr. Michael Benarroch stood before a crowd of Indigenous students, staff, faculty, community members and allies to publicly apologize for the university’s history related to the inappropriate acquisition and housing of Indigenous ancestral remains, burial belongings and cultural heritage.