MomentUM for change News Archive
Students
What spurs you to help dismantle racism?
March 21, 2025 —
Introducing UM’s Anti-Racism Learning Framework
Research and International
Four new UM Canada Research Chairs focus on Indigenous research
March 13, 2025 —
Recently, the federal government announced support for four new Canada Research Chairs (CRC) and three renewals at UM.
Research and International
UM-led study warns arctic could be ‘beyond recognition’ by 2100
March 3, 2025 —
Groundbreaking study warns of rapid and dramatic changes in the Arctic accelerating global temperatures with potentially irreversible consequences by the end of the century.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
UM alum values her ‘phenomenal medical education,’ urges redesign of health system to ensure doctors thrive
February 28, 2025 —
Today’s medical students are extraordinary individuals with great capacity to contribute as physicians, but the health-care system must change to support them in achieving their best, a distinguished medical alum said at a recent UM awards dinner.
Christine Sinclair, champion on and off the pitch, to deliver 2025 Knight Lecture
February 28, 2025 —
Sinclair will recount her rise to soccer stardom, sharing the teamwork, passion, and resilience it took to succeed, along with the barriers she’s faced and her vision for a more inclusive future.
The Comeback Crop
February 27, 2025 —
Could a humble, ancient grain help address modern-day food insecurity? UM researchers think so. Why wild rice—with a climate-friendly twist—could be Canada’s next staple
Human Resources
UM recognized as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 2025
February 25, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba is proud to be recognized once again as one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for 2025!
Faculty of Graduate Studies
University of Manitoba’s Three-Minute Thesis (3MT©) Challenge Heats Begin: Showcasing Innovative Research
February 21, 2025 —
The Faculty of Graduate studies is set to highlight 38 graduate students with the upcoming Three-Minute Thesis (3MT) Challenge Heats.
Asper School of Business
Showing up every day to make a difference
February 13, 2025 —
Rachel Wheatley, who holds a BComm and MBA from the Asper School of Business, has served as CEO of Special Olympics Manitoba for over two years. Her leadership journey began with a desire to make an impact, a drive that inspired both her volunteerism and her pursuit of a business degree.