Feature Archive

Secret to their Success
January 22, 2025 —
Transform women’s pro sports, zero-emission commuting and public health awareness? Check. UM alumni Christina Litz, Paul Soubry and Dr. Joss Reimer do big things from Manitoba and get candid about how they got here

Healing in the North
November 25, 2024 —
Through UM’s Ongomiizwin Health Services, physicians travel to Manitoba’s northern and remote communities, bridging gaps and offering cultural care. See how this sprawling network is learning from locals, graduating more Indigenous doctors and navigating ongoing challenges to health equity

Open Water
October 22, 2024 —
As climate change melts sea ice in Manitoba’s subarctic, northern communities explore Churchill’s future as a shipping route connecting the province to the global supply chain. See how UM scientists at the Churchill Marine Observatory are helping navigate the path forward

Taking the Stage
September 26, 2024 —
William Prince opens the Desautels Concert Hall at UM—we ask students, faculty and alumni about Winnipeg’s newest performance hub

The Story You Need to Hear
August 25, 2024 —
There seems to be a tradition, among UM Arctic researchers, of being first to raise the alarm bell about something amiss in the North. Julienne Stroeve continues this legacy, making bold statements about the future of our planet as Arctic sea ice melts faster than predicted. Are we ready to listen?

The Rhode to 100
August 8, 2024 —
UM has produced more Rhodes Scholars than any other university in western Canada. Artist Joel Nichols, our 100th recipient and the first ever from the School of Art, invites us into the creative complexities of his world

Hello, Summer
August 6, 2024 —
From paddle boarding with belugas in Churchill to birding on the Fort Garry campus—our list of summertime activities with a UM connection brings your Manitoba staycation to life

Think You Know UM? (Part III)
August 6, 2024 —
Reacquaint yourself with the University of Manitoba with this third installment of surprising facts. And then impress your friends at your next dinner party with your UM IQ

Think You Know UM? (Part II)
June 19, 2024 —
It might not be very Winnipeg-like to blow our own horn, but we’re proud of our herd of students, faculty and alumni and their impact in Manitoba, big and small. Check out our second installment of surprising UM trivia