UM in the News News Archive
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
CBC: Why Pistachios Keep Getting Recalled
October 8, 2025 —
Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Food and Human Nutritional Science Dr. Rick Holley speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about what’s behind the recent pistachio recalls and how people can stay safe.
Faculty of Arts
The Canadian Press: Manitoba legislature approves fines for former premier and cabinet ministers
October 7, 2025 —
"I'm not sure how long this is going to last on the public radar but I would say it is a serious matter and I suspect the governing NDP won't let it rest until (the fines are) paid," said Dr. Christopher Adams, Adjunct Professor of political science at the University of Manitoba.
Faculty of Law
Winnipeg Free Press: Kinew takes issue with bail decision for trucker charged in fatal crash accused of fleeing country
October 7, 2025 —
Speaking generally, Brandon Trask, an Associate Law professor at the University of Manitoba, cautioned politicians against wading into discussions over ongoing court cases.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
CTV News: U of M dental school offering free care for eligible patients
October 7, 2025 —
“Funding like this is important because we know through surveys that have been done that many individuals are not able to access oral health-care services,” said Dr. Anastasia Kelekis-Cholakis, dean of the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
CBC: Benefits of Breastfeeding and Resources for Mothers
October 7, 2025 —
Dr. Meghan Azad, professor of pediatrics and child health at the University of Manitoba and director of Manitoba's Interdisciplinary Lactation Centre, speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about breastfeeding benefits, environmental impacts and resources for mothers across Manitoba.
Faculty of Science
CBC News: Harvest Moon is the first of three special supermoons happening tonight.
October 6, 2025 —
It's harvest moon time, and it's just one of three supermoons this year. So what makes it so special? We'll hear from Danielle Pahud, Physics and Astronomy, University of Manitoba.
Faculty of Arts
CTV Your Morning: AI takes the stage: Tilly Norwood’s debut sparks backlash
October 6, 2025 —
Dr. Brenda Austin-Smith from U of M breaks down why an AI “actress” is stirring outrage in Hollywood — and what it means for real performers and Manitoba’s film scene.
Faculty of Science
Winnipeg Free Press: Helping seniors simplify through AI
October 4, 2025 —
The evening, titled Artificial Intelligence for Beginners, will feature David Gerhard, who teaches at the University of Manitoba. It is being held at Westworth United Church in River Heights at 6 p.m.
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
CTV News: Province draining St. Malo Lake for zebra mussel observation
October 3, 2025 —
Dr. Scott Higgins, associate professor at the University of Manitoba and senior research scientist for the International Institute for Sustainable Development, said the mollusks are resilient
Faculty of Law
Winnipeg Free Press: Bluster on bail boiling over, but jury is out
October 3, 2025 —
Brandon Trask, an associate law professor at the University of Manitoba and a former Crown prosecutor in the Maritimes, was not surprised by Thursday’s outcomes.“I think the public is being left with an inaccurate impression right now, if you were to only listen to much of the talk politically,” Trask said