Network News News Archive
Confused about copyright?
June 26, 2024 —
The Copyright Office has updated resources and info sessions on topics including generative AI, locating free to use images, and copyright and note sharing websites.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Rady Faculty celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day with round dance
June 25, 2024 —
Drumming and singing filled the air of Brodie Centre atrium on June 21 as dozens of people joined hands in a round dance to celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day.
Indigenous
Indigenous Birding Club hosts Safe Windows event
June 25, 2024 —
This summer, the UM Indigenous Birding Club (UMIBC) hosted a safe windows event on campus to raise awareness about how many birds die due to striking windows on campus.
Asper School of Business
Documentary spotlighting sustainable local businesses has Winnipeg premiere
June 25, 2024 —
Beyond Profit: Seeking Sustainability, a short documentary film directed by Ridley, had its Winnipeg premiere on June 12, 2024. Featuring an introduction from the film’s executive producer, Bruno Dyck and a fireside chat moderated by Asper MBA alum, instructor and producer Rohan Shanker [MBA/23], the premiere welcomed community members, local business owners, students and faculty to connect over their passion for sustainable business.
Asper School of Business
Asper case competition season concludes with prestigious graduate win in business ethics
June 25, 2024 —
In the 2023-24 season 80 Asper School of Business teams participated in 37 external competitions, bringing their business insights to cases across North America and to Thailand, Ireland, Lithuania and more.
Research and International
The Conversation: Are governments using proceeds from crime to raise public funds?
June 24, 2024 —
Civil forfeiture regimes that allow governments to seize citizens’ assets, along with unexplained wealth orders — a type of court order that requires people to explain to a judge how they acquired funds — are often described as essential weapons in the battle against money laundering and profitable criminal activity, most notably illegal drug trafficking.
School of Art
Seeing in a Good Way: A Summer Program for Young Indigenous Artists
June 24, 2024 —
Minaw-pishi-mowin / Seeing in a Good Way is a transformative summer program by the School of Art Gallery designed to instill confidence in young Indigenous artists. This initiative aims to break down barriers and foster an environment where creativity can thrive.
Research and International
UM researcher awarded funding from Research Manitoba and the Alzheimer’s Society Research Program
June 24, 2024 —
Dr. Jillian Stobart from the College of Pharmacy has been awarded the Alzheimer Society Research Program New Investigator Grant of $200,000, over four years, from the Alzheimer Society of Canada and Research Manitoba.
Asper School of Business
Meet the 2024 Asper School of Business medal winners
June 24, 2024 —
During convocation, graduates in the highest standing of each program are recognized for their outstanding work during their degree. The Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals in Management are awarded to the Asper School of Business graduates with the highest, second-highest and third-highest degree grade point average, respectively.