Network News News Archive
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Are cannabis products safe and effective for reducing symptoms in children with cancer?
August 28, 2023 —
A recent analysis led by University of Manitoba researchers of all relevant published studies reveals a lack of evidence to determine the dosing, safety and efficacy of medical marijuana or cannabis-containing products for managing symptoms experienced by children with cancer. The analysis is published by Wiley online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society.
Students
Get your Student ID at the Pop-Up ID Centre!
August 25, 2023 —
As the start of the Fall Term approaches, now is a good time to get your Student ID card!
St. John's College
Kick off your school year with Jumpstart!
August 25, 2023 —
On September 7th, St John's college student council (SJCSA) will host their annual Jumpstart event to launch the 2023/24 academic year.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
‘Be the future that we need,’ physician urges new UM medical students
August 24, 2023 —
This year’s new medical students at UM have lived through the struggles of a pandemic. But they still show a passionate drive to care for others, a prominent Manitoba physician said at the students’ official welcome ceremony on Aug. 23.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
SWISH’s return a success
August 24, 2023 —
After a three-year hiatus, young basketball players once again took over Bannatyne campus’ parking lot E throughout the summer.
Alumni
Shine a spotlight on remarkable UM alumni
August 24, 2023 —
Do you know of an extraordinary UM alum? Nominations are now open for the 2024 Distinguished Alumni Awards (DAA), deadline is November 30.
Faculty of Law
Manitoba Law Journal publishes special issue on Canada’s Emergencies Act
August 23, 2023 —
The Executive Editors of the Manitoba Law Journal, Dr. Bryan P. Schwartz and Dr. Darcy L. MacPherson are pleased to announce the August release of a special issue on Canada’s Emergencies Act: Beyond the Rouleau Report (Volume 46, Issue 1).
The Western Producer: Commitment to ag transfers to next generation
August 23, 2023 —
Jill was recently awarded the University of Manitoba’s Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences’ Certificate of Merit for her contributions to the industry.
In case you missed it
August 22, 2023 —
Our weekly roundup of important info for UM faculty and staff
Opportunities, resources, awards and accolades
August 22, 2023 —
A weekly listing of interest to UM faculty and staff