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Faculty of Science
Science Rendezvous 2018 delightfully messy
May 15, 2018 —
Four thousand attendees, 300 pounds of cornstarch,1000 servings of liquid nitrogen ice cream, and 600 bags of popcorn, Science Rendezvous 2018, held Saturday, May 12 was a tactile extravaganza!
Information Services and Technology
How to catch a phish
May 15, 2018 —
Cybercriminals use phishing emails to manipulate people into doing what they want, including providing personal information such as banking or identification records. Because of this element of manipulating human emotions, phishing is considered a kind of social engineering.
Faculty of Law
New study measures impact of religious affiliation on LGBTQ-inclusive education practices
May 15, 2018 —
Dr. Donn Short has co-authored with Tracy Peter and Catherine Taylor, “Religious Belief and the Queer Classroom: Measuring the Impact of Religious Affiliation on LGBTQ-Inclusive Education Practices” published this week in the Canadian Journal of Educational Administration and Policy (CJEAP).
Faculty of Arts
Former UMSU President goes on to international career
May 15, 2018 —
Winston Dookeran [BA/66, LL.D./91], the first international student voted in as President of UMSU, recently returned to the University of Manitoba to share stories of a fulfilling career in economics, politics, and academia.
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
Kinesiology & sport management innovator to visit UofM
May 15, 2018 —
A leading sport and technology expert is coming to the University of Manitoba to share her knowledge on teaching and learning in post-secondary education.
Top 5 Convocation tips
May 15, 2018 —
To make the most of your day, here are five tips to maximize your experience
Faculty of Science
“Big on Birds: Dr. Emily McKinnon to Speak at ‘Birds Vs. Windows’ Outreach Event”
May 14, 2018 —
“Birds vs. Windows” is being presented in order to educate the public about the devastating impact of window collisions on bird populations, as well as how to prevent them and what to do with injured birds. This outreach event is part of NSERC’s Science Odyssey.
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
Participants needed for online study on sedentary behaviour
May 14, 2018 —
Are you a full-time undergraduate student? You're needed for an online study on sedentary behaviour.
Extended Education
Access instructor Louise Olson honoured with Migizii Award
May 10, 2018 —
If you know a student who could benefit from the Access Program, encourage them to apply now. Application deadline is June 1.
Faculty of Science
The weak side of the proton
May 9, 2018 —
An international team, including several university of Manitoba researchers, have gained new insight into the most elusive of the four fundamental forces in nature