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Hispanic writer and teacher latest Writer-In-Residence

January 17, 2024 — 
Miguel Antonio Chávez is the newest Writer-In-Residence at The Centre for Creative Writing and Oral Culture (CCWOC) at the University of Manitoba. Chávez will work with students, faculty, staff, alumni and members of the public from January to April 2024. Opportunities include a welcome event reading, workshops and individual writer consultations. All activities are free.

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CTV Winnipeg: Stefanson no longer leader of Manitoba PCs, interim leader to be named soon

January 16, 2024 — 
Stefanson no longer leader of Manitoba PCs, interim leader to be named soon

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Faculty of Arts News

CTV Morning Live Winnipeg: Ukrainian Canadian book club is looking for members

January 15, 2024 — 
CTV Morning Live Winnipeg: Ukrainian Canadian book club is looking for members

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Research and International News

Exploring the ethics and future of generative AI

January 15, 2024 — 
Experts in generative AI technology will share their insights at the UM Knowledge Exchange presentation Next Steps with Generative AI.

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Winnipeg Free Press: ‘Not a typical year’: Manitobans’ priorities may have real impact on NDP’s first budget

January 11, 2024 — 
‘Not a typical year’: Manitobans’ priorities may have real impact on NDP’s first budget

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CTV Winnipeg: Man pleads guilty for role in Canada Day stabbing

January 11, 2024 — 
CTV Winnipeg: Man pleads guilty for role in Canada Day stabbing

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New year, new arts and culture season

January 8, 2024 — 
Get ready for a new year of arts and culture at the University of Manitoba. After an amazing Fall Term of gallery exhibitions, theatre productions and concerts, the upcoming slate of programming is sure to inspire and entertain. Here is a roundup of just some of what’s happening in the next few months.

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Research and International News

UM researchers receive $800,000 investment from Research Manitoba

January 8, 2024 — 
On Jan. 2, Research Manitoba announced support for 11 early-career researchers from the University of Manitoba.

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Faculty of Arts News

Global News: New poll suggests some younger Canadians stressed going into new year

January 5, 2024 — 
Global News: New poll suggests some younger Canadians stressed going into new year

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Faculty of Arts News

CityNews: Former Manitoba cabinet minister accused by colleagues of trying to rush mine project days after losing election

January 4, 2024 — 
Former Manitoba cabinet minister accused by colleagues of trying to rush mine project days after losing election

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