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Manitoba Budget 2025 includes increase to UM’s operating funding, capital investments in key infrastructure

March 24, 2025 — 
The Manitoba government released its budget on March 20, which includes a 2 per cent increase to the University of Manitoba’s operating grant and allows for a 3.5 per cent increase in tuition for the 2025-26 academic year.

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Faculty of Graduate Studies

2025 3MT Final Event April 1, 2025

March 24, 2025 — 
Meet the 2025 3MT© Finalists!

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Staff and faculty collaborate around a table at the University of Manitoba.

Human Resources

Proud to be recognized as a Top Employer in Manitoba

March 18, 2025 — 
This award is a testament to our incredible culture – one that thrives on innovation, collaboration and a deep sense of community.

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Chancellor Dave Angus

University of Manitoba elects Dave Angus as its next Chancellor

March 14, 2025 — 
Respected business leader, dedicated volunteer, and advocate for the people and communities of Manitoba, will become the 15th Chancellor of the University of Manitoba on June 1, 2025.

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Research and International

Four new UM Canada Research Chairs focus on Indigenous research

March 13, 2025 — 
Recently, the federal government announced support for four new Canada Research Chairs (CRC) and three renewals at UM.

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2025 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients

Alumni

2025 Distinguished Alumni Awards recipients revealed

March 13, 2025 — 
Celebrate UM’s 66th Distinguished Alumni Awards, presented by TD Insurance—honouring UM alumni whose work is shaping Manitoba and the world.

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Faculty of Architecture representatives engage in a panel discussion where they shared their faculty’s Reconciliation journey and how the Framework can drive change at UM.

UM launches Truth and Reconciliation Framework: Time for Action

March 10, 2025 — 
The University of Manitoba (UM) took a significant step forward in its commitment to reconciliation with the launch of its Truth and Reconciliation Framework: Time for Action (Framework). The Framework was launched at an event on March 3, 2025, at the Fort Garry Campus, and marks a turning point in UM’s ongoing journey to address the legacies of colonialism and foster meaningful relationships with Indigenous communities.

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Dr. Farhana Shariff stands in the Brodie Centre atrium on the UM Bannatyne campus.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Celebrating International Women’s Day: Martha Donovan Awards empower Rady women as leaders

March 7, 2025 — 
Recipients say leadership training is helping them to advance women’s equity in health care, health education and health research.

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A researcher looks into a microscope in a biomedical lab.

Research and International

Uncovering the genetic blueprint of the Prairies

March 6, 2025 — 
Groundbreaking research from PrairieGen is redefining how chronic and genetic diseases such as cancer, inflammatory bowel disease and pediatric disorders are detected and treated.

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Christine Sinclair holding a soccer ball in front of University of Manitoba branding colours

Christine Sinclair, champion on and off the pitch, to deliver 2025 Knight Lecture

February 28, 2025 — 
Sinclair will recount her rise to soccer stardom, sharing the teamwork, passion, and resilience it took to succeed, along with the barriers she’s faced and her vision for a more inclusive future.

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