Network News News Archive
Faculty of Architecture
Well-laid Plans
December 9, 2025 —
AECOM chief strategy officer, Asia, Scott Dunn credits his six years at UM for his humanistic approach to master plans and landscapes across Asian cities
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Primary Protector
December 9, 2025 —
Making a difference in the lives of kids who face social and economic inequities drives Canada’s leading expert in early childhood oral health.
Extended Education
Talk with University of Manitoba Extended Education about your workforce training and development
December 9, 2025 —
“We want to partner with you.” - Ute Kothe
Faculty of Law
Manitoba law students attend Canadian Conference on International Law
December 8, 2025 —
Enterprising second-year law students Eric Johnson (2L) and Brendan Turnbull (2L) attended the Canadian Council on International Law’s 54th Annual Conference this past November 13 and 14, 2025 in Ottawa. The two took it upon themselves to go, both being intrigued about what International Law would look like to pursue as a career, and hoping to learn more about it. With support from the Faculty of Law’s Associate Dean Juris Doctor program’s office, they returned with deepened interest and understanding in the field.
Students
Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) – Dec 8
December 8, 2025 —
Well, Bisons, the Fall Term has come to an end and the final exam period starts tomorrow for most faculties. You’re almost at the finish line! This message highlights supports and resources to help you navigate the next two weeks with confidence. You’ve got this!
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Northern Therapy
December 8, 2025 —
Growing up in Winnipeg’s St. James neighbourhood, Cherie Murie [MOT/08] never imagined that she would spend her life working in the north. But after a fieldwork placement in Thompson as an occupational therapy (OT) student, she took a position in the northern Manitoba city and has not looked back for the past 16 years.
Asper School of Business
Staying a Busy Body with BComm Student Daniel Eng
December 8, 2025 —
Daniel Eng has done it all at Asper - from exchange to case competitions - and he's still pining for the next adventure.
Faculty of Graduate Studies
3MT© 2026 applications are now open!
December 8, 2025 —
Apply now to compete in the 2026 UM 3MT© competition!
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
UM study offers free genetic testing to improve mental health treatment in Manitoba
December 8, 2025 —
A University of Manitoba study is offering free genetic testing to help personalize mental health treatment. Researchers are seeking 200 adults who are starting or changing mental health medication.
Libraries
Try out virtual reality in the new XR Lab in Dafoe Library
December 5, 2025 —
UM Libraries XR (Extended Reality) Lab is now open for use by UM students and faculty. The XR Lab brings learning to life using Virtual Reality (VR) and other immersive technologies.