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Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Relationships central to symposium on Indigenous health research

November 15, 2022 — 
This year’s UM Indigenous Health Research Symposium, hosted by Ongomiizwin -- Research, takes place Nov. 16 and 17 in an all-virtual format.

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Student absence policy: What faculty and staff need to know

November 15, 2022 — 
At the beginning of Fall Term, 2022, the University of Manitoba implemented a new policy around brief and temporary student absences. Find out what faculty and staff need to know.

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Students

Broaden your horizons on international exchange

November 14, 2022 — 
The International Centre’s (IC) international exchange program provides the opportunity for UM students to earn credits towards their UM degree while studying in another country.

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Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences

Top Crop Manager: “Immunizing” canola against blackleg

November 11, 2022 — 
Biological technique developed at UM showed successful control of virulent pathogen in trial.

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Students

Jumpstart your career in health research

November 10, 2022 — 
Are you considering a career in research? UM’s Bannatyne campus is renowned for its innovative research and there are many opportunities for undergrad students to participate – and get paid for it!

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Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Genetic counselling grad students explore importance of patient voice

November 10, 2022 — 
Genetic disorders are often rare, making the diagnosis alienating and confusing for families. Three 2022 master of science graduates from Rady Faculty of Health Sciences’ genetic counselling program in the department of biochemistry and medical genetics, Max Rady College of Medicine, researched how to make the diagnostic journey easier for patients.

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Extended Education

Preparing for a future powered by technology

November 10, 2022 — 
“Algorithms and data sets are becoming part of the new business model. They require new skills and new ways of learning.” - Rod Lastra

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Donor Relations

Renewed support helps hundreds of new Indigenous students bridge the gap to post-secondary learning

November 10, 2022 — 
Qualico pledged another $1 million for programming and supports to help ensure the university transition is smooth for Indigenous students joining UM.

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A groundbreaking ceremony is held for the new home of NCTR

National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation welcomes funding for Centre’s new permanent home and long term work

November 9, 2022 — 
$60 million in federal funding will help build a new, permanent home for NCTR at the University of Manitoba.

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Price Faculty of Engineering

Ruth Eden Memorial Scholarship to benefit female identifying engineering students

November 8, 2022 — 
The scholarships being established will support individuals that identify as female and who are studying civil engineering full-time at the University of Manitoba’s Price Faculty of Engineering.

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