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Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management

One Herd: Bisons unveil bold new brand for a new era

September 2, 2025 — 
The University of Manitoba Bisons have entered a new era with a refreshed identity that reflects strength, unity and pride.

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Research and International

Falling Walls Lab Manitoba to spotlight breakthrough ideas this September

September 2, 2025 — 
Falling Walls Lab Manitoba returns on September 11 at the University of Manitoba. The winner will advance to represent Manitoba on the global stage in Berlin this November.

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New students in the stands at the welcome day innvcation and pep rally. Students wear their new UM T-Shirt and cheer as Billy the Bison does the same in the background.

Students

Welcome to Fall Term 2025: essential information you need to know

September 2, 2025 — 
Registered students, here is the essential start-of-term information to help you confidently navigate the beginning of the term.

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Libraries

Make your first year easier with library workshops

August 29, 2025 — 
UM Libraries Library Essentials workshop series starts September 9 and is designed to introduce students to essential research skills and library resources. These skills will set you up for success for the rest of your academic career and help you know exactly where to start with your upcoming assignments and papers. 

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Indigenous

From awareness to action: UM’s Institute for Indigenous Content Literacy advances campus Reconciliation

August 22, 2025 — 
Now in its fifth year, the University of Manitoba’s Institute for Indigenous Content Literacy is a twelve-week program created in response to the TRC’s Calls to Action. By equipping more than 500 faculty and staff with knowledge and skills, the Institute strengthens reconciliation efforts that shape student learning and foster a more inclusive campus.

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Medical students wearing white coats read the Physician's Pledge.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Global health researcher counsels new med students to seize opportunities when they arise

August 21, 2025 — 
An expert in global public health told UM’s newest medical students that a career in medicine offers countless potential paths, and when opportunities come their way, take them.

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Research and International

Dr. Catherine Cook inducted into Winnipeg’s Citizens Hall of Fame

August 21, 2025 — 
Dr. Catherine Cook, MD, MSc, CCFP, FCFP and V.P. Emerita (Indigenous), has been named as the 2025 inductee to the Winnipeg Citizens Hall of Fame. She is the 51st inductee with her likeness unveiled today at Assiniboine Park.

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Get ready for the Bisons Block Party during Homecoming 2025 

August 15, 2025 — 
The herd is gathering! Mark your calendars for the first-ever Bisons Block Party at Princess Auto Stadium on September 20. 

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Martin Entz

Research and International

Growing a better future: UM Natural Systems Farming research is feeding the world

August 15, 2025 — 
For over 30 years, Dr. Martin Entz has been at the forefront of sustainable farming research.  

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Dr. Jamie Falk smiles at the camera while leaning on a pillar inside the Apotex Centre, with the building’s exterior visible through the windows in the background.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Evidence Advocate

August 14, 2025 — 
For Dr. Jamie Falk [B.Sc.Pharm/97], asking the right questions has always been more important than finding quick answers.

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