News Archive
Research and International
New study reveals breastfeeding duration influences infant microbiome and respiratory development
September 19, 2024 —
A major study co-led by UM, NYU. and involving researchers from universities across North America. has been published in Cell.
Asper School of Business
IBEP: Supporting Indigenous student success for 30 years
September 19, 2024 —
Indigenous Business Education Partners at the Asper School of Business began with people who dared to think beyond the status quo. It was sustained by the dedication of passionate individuals who saw the value, and knew how to show the value, of investing in the success of Indigenous students. It has created connections, community and impact that extend far beyond classrooms and degrees.
Faculty of Arts
The Conversation: Free menstrual products matter to support equity, but so do adequate facilities and sinks
September 17, 2024 —
Over the past years, activists have made important gains in the effort to provide people who menstruate with adequate and free supplies.
Research and International
UM researchers receive new project funding with nine Insight Development Grants
September 13, 2024 —
UM researchers receive federal funding for new projects seeking to build knowledge and understanding about people and societies.
Research and International
Five UM researchers awarded SSHRC Insight grants
September 13, 2024 —
UM researchers receive $955,927 in Insight Grant project funding from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council.
Research and International
Introducing the 2024 Falling Walls Lab Manitoba winners
September 12, 2024 —
Twelve contestants presented their groundbreaking ideas at the Falling Walls Lab Manitoba competition.
Indigenous
UM vice-president (Indigenous) extends condolences to the family and friends of AMC’s Grand Chief Cathy Merrick
September 6, 2024 —
UM vice-president (Indigenous) Angie Bruce extends condolences to the Assembly of Manitoba Chiefs (AMC), family and friends of Grand Chief Cathy Merrick, the first female Grand Chief of the AMC.
WATCH: A symphony of support
September 3, 2024 —
Donor Michael Nesbitt on the opening of the ‘world-class’ Desautels Concert Hall
Research and International
Churchill Marine Observatory opens for Arctic climate and environmental research
August 28, 2024 —
UM celebrates the grand opening of the Churchill Marine Observatory.
Research and International
New study explains how bread transformed the ancient world with help from UM researcher
August 23, 2024 —
A major study co-authored by UM Plant Science researcher Dr. Harmeet Chawla in the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences is revealing the evolution and origin of bread.