Feature Archive

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

A Place of Hope
May 31, 2024 —
What does it mean for the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation to have a permanent home to call its own? Everything. Survivors of residential schools share their truths and vision for a new building as the Winnipeg Foundation announces a lead gift

Think You Know UM?
May 16, 2024 —
Grow your UM IQ with this first installment of intriguing facts that set Bisons apart

Progress Through Partnership
March 5, 2024 —
UM researchers work with community to transform public health policy in India and northern Manitoba

The Truth About Trauma
September 27, 2023 —
Physician and author Dr. Gabor Maté explores the complexities of unhealed wounds, and why the country needs a permanent home for the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation

Truthteller
May 2, 2023 —
Alum Murray Sinclair, who’s listened to thousands of personal stories of suffering and survival, shares his own. Why the former chair of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission chooses joy over anger.