In Focus News Archive
Truth and Reconciliation Commissioners gather for first time in five years to raise alarm
December 15, 2020 —
The three Commissioners of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission are issuing a public statement expressing their concern about the slow and uneven pace of implementation of the Calls to Action
Remembering the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s closing ceremony
December 11, 2020 —
Dec. 15, 2020 marks the five-year anniversary of one of the key milestones in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC)’s journey: its closing ceremony and release of its final report
Technology now a vital tool for pandemic learning
November 16, 2020 —
Many students facing this challenge were able to receive help through the COVID-19 UM Student Technology Fund
UM community philanthropists honoured
November 13, 2020 —
The Manitoba chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals (AFP) will recognize three leaders of the Front and Centre Campaign – Paul Soubry, Michael Nesbitt and John Kearsey – for their philanthropic activities
Donor Relations
‘Let’s start change’
November 12, 2020 —
Keep star athletes in Canada. That’s the motivation behind Tom Stewart’s ongoing contributions to the Eznet Women’s Soccer Scholarship, a patriotic mission he hopes other small business and philanthropists will join
Students
The Resilient Job Seeker
October 28, 2020 —
Searching for a job can easily become an all-consuming affair, but with a schedule, you can give yourself time to relax and recharge.
Students
Career and Workforce Development Month
October 22, 2020 —
With a little planning you can give your career journey a boost and pave the way to multiple opportunities.
Convocation message from President Benarroch
October 22, 2020 —
It’s the power of people which elevates our communities and propels us to make a difference.
Students
Congratulations to the medal recipients of Fall Convocation 2020
October 22, 2020 —
Meet some of the incredible members of the University of Manitoba’s class of 2020. Fall Convocation will be held this year on October 22, join us via Live Stream (5pm for all degrees and diplomas, 7pm for Extended Education: Certificate Programs). These students will receive medals, for outstanding academic achievement.
Faculty of Social Work
Congratulations to the recipient of the UMGSA Teaching Award
October 20, 2020 —
The University of Manitoba is proud to recognize Maureen Flaherty with the University of Manitoba Graduate Students’ Association Teaching Award.