Network News News Archive
Libraries
New Quiet Pods available at Dafoe Library
March 22, 2024 —
Looking for a quiet space for a virtual meeting, online class or exam? The new Quiet Pods at Elizabeth Dafoe Library are perfect for having a private conversation or completing a task that requires quiet space for concentration.
Flag lowered for Eugenia (Jean) Zushman
March 21, 2024 —
The University of Manitoba will be lowering the flag on the Administration Building on March 25, 2024, in memory of retiree Eugenia (Jean) Zushman.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
VR technology to build confidence and competence in health-care learners
March 21, 2024 —
On March 15, dozens of students, faculty and staff at the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences stood in the Brodie Atrium at Bannatyne campus and were transported to hospital rooms, care facilities and even accident sites by wearing virtual reality (VR) headsets.
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Teaching and Learning (TLC) Program workshops are available to all instructors
March 21, 2024 —
Did you know that you do not have to be enrolled in the TLC Program to take a TLC workshop? Well it’s true. Take a look at all of the events coming up for the TLC Program that are open to all instructors at the University of Manitoba.
School of Art
The School of Fine Art Student Association Votes to Name the SOA Student Endowment Fund
March 21, 2024 —
In recognition of Divya Mehra [BFA'05], contemporary visual artist and distinguished alumna, the current board of SOFASA has voted in favour of renaming the Student Endowment Fund the Kamal and Sudha Mehra Student Endowment Fund.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Creating space for understanding and complexity
March 21, 2024 —
Today, on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, we are pleased to share upcoming opportunities for meaningful dialogue that advances mutual respect and compassion for all people. The Listening, Learning, Leading series, organized by the Office of Equity Transformation, aims to build foundations for understanding, beyond polarization.
Flag lowered for The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney for state funeral
March 20, 2024 —
The University of Manitoba will be lowering the flag on the Administration Building on March 23, 2024, in memory of The Right Honourable Brian Mulroney, P.C., C.C., G.O.Q., the day of the state funeral.
Sustainability
UM Sustainability Awards: Nominate someone today!
March 20, 2024 —
Do you have a co-worker, faculty member or student who shows leadership, creativity and dedication to sustainability on campus? If so, nominate them for a 2024 UM Sustainability Award.
St. John's College
Taking clean water for granted in Winnipeg
March 20, 2024 —
Water is a commodity we often take for granted in today's world. As we approach World Water Day on March 22, we recognize Adele Perry's book, Aqueduct: Colonialism, Resources and the History We Remember, to shed light on this issue.