We’re glossing over Turtle Island’s history, celebrating 150 years of colonization

We’re glossing over Turtle Island’s history, celebrating 150 years of colonization

June 30, 2017 —
Let’s remember that 300 years ago, Algonquin people had greater rights to erect a tipi in Ottawa than they do today

Indigenous, National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation

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Photo Gallery: UM140 Celebration Photobooth

March 2, 2017 —
Photobooth shots from our 140th anniversary celebration.

UM140

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A 2011 literature review commissioned by the Canadian Association of College and University Student Services found that while the number of university students living with mental illnesses continues to grow, more students are starting to come forward to seek help. // Photo from iStock

Mental health support on campus to be bolstered by innovative program

May 3, 2016 —
A review found more students are starting to come forward to seek mental health help

front and centre, graduate students, mental health, Philanthropy, Students, undergraduate students

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Mark Torchia (left) and Richard Tyc brought to market the Neuroblate, a device that is now saving lives across North America

Research in the classroom

April 27, 2016 —
'If students believe they can solve or discover or cure, then their coursework has greater meaning.'

Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning, faculty, Max Rady College of Medicine

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Solitary nesting bees, like this native leafcutter bee, will get better houses that will augment their numbers through a University of Manitoba open competition.

Bee Q&A

March 22, 2016 —
What's up with bees needing our help?

entomology, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, Office of Sustainability

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Tanjit Nagra at the FLM Awards on February 4, 2016.

Tanjit Nagra elected as UMSU president

March 7, 2016 —
Arts Student Body Council president Tanjit Nagra narrowly beat Astitwa Thapa by 39 votes

Students, UMSU

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5 Days for the Homeless

March 2, 2016 —
The Asper School of Business is leading the charge to raise funds for homeless youth

Asper School of Business, campus community, community engagement, Students

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March 2, 2016 —
Sixty-six outstanding undergraduate and graduate student leaders from all corners of our campuses are being recognized at the annual Emerging Leaders Dinner on Wednesday, March 9, 2016.

Call for Awards, emerging leader award, Students

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(L-R) President and Vice-Chancellor David T. Barnard, Provost and Vice-President (Academic) Joanne Keselman, Second Place winner Anjali Bhagirath, First Place winner Karlee Dyck, People’s Choice winner Paul White, Vice-President (Research and International) Digvir S. Jayas and Vice-Provost (Graduate Education) & Dean, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Jay Doering at the Feb. 25, 2016 3MT® final. (Photo by Mike Latschislaw)

Grad students distill research into powerful 3MT presentations

March 2, 2016 —
Condensing complex research into quick-paced presentations, finalists showcased their skills

3MT, Faculty of Graduate Studies, graduate students, Research and International

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The U of M has also participated in the survey in the past, most recently in 2013. (U of M photo)

Input on education sought through grad student survey

March 1, 2016 —
Graduate students have the chance to weigh in on the state of their education through a survey that launches on March 2

Faculty of Graduate Studies, graduate students

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