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Season’s Greetings from Dr. Gady Jacoby

December 22, 2020 — 
A highlight of some of the key accomplishments we can collectively celebrate at the Asper School of Business.

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Woman working with a tablet on a factory floor.

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Asper Launches Master of Supply Chain and Logistics Program

December 17, 2020 — 
The Asper School of Business launches a new Master of Supply Chain Management and Logistics Program (MSCM).

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Picture of two smiling people, Cassie Dong and David Pinette.

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The Power of Civic Engagement

December 11, 2020 — 
University of Manitoba students had a unique opportunity to learn about civic engagement, the role of the media, and leadership at this year’s first James W. Burns Leadership Institute Critical Issues event.

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Young man smiling at camera.

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Asper student recognized for community involvement and academic excellence

December 5, 2020 — 
Noah Bartlett, a first-year student at the Asper School of Business, is in his kitchen getting ready for a virtual interview in between his online classes at the University of Manitoba “It’s both fun and a challenge,” jokes Bartlett. “I’m pretty grateful that classes are still going on and that I am able to pursue university.” Of French-Métis decent and born in Winnipeg on Treaty 1 land, Bartlett is the 2020 recipient of the Indigenous Business Education Partners (IBEP) Scholarship, an award valued up to $5,000. It’s given to an Indigenous high school student entering the Asper School of Business who demonstrates a combination of academic excellence and community involvement. Bartlett shined in his application with a high GPA, participation in extra curriculars, and a commitment to his community.

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Six dark brownies with marshmallows and drizzle on top. They are sitting on a wooden platter. Brownies made by Babes Brownies.

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Asper School of Business holiday gift guide

December 1, 2020 — 
Whether you have already started your holiday shopping or have yet to begin, there is no better place to start than here in Winnipeg. This holiday season, we’ve gathered a list of local businesses with an Asper connection. No matter who you are shopping for, this guide is sure to satisfy everyone on your list.

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Six images of winners of the Associates Achievement Awards

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2020 Associates Achievement Awards

November 23, 2020 — 
Asper faculty recognized for oustanding contributions in research, teaching and engagement.

Lisa Kassenaar and Kevin Chief

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Who are you in the democracy?

November 19, 2020 — 
A panel discussion on how students can be leaders in democracy

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A picture of the four Apser, undergraduate team members.

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Asper Case teams place first and third during weekend competitions

November 17, 2020 — 
The Asper graduate team took home first place at this year’s Ted Rogers Ethical Leadership Case Competition held virtually on Nov. 14

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Dr Fang Wan

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Clarity Required in COVID-19 Communications

November 15, 2020 — 
Asper School of Business Marketing Professor  and F. Ross Johnson Fellow, Dr. Fang Wan had the opportunity to provide her insights and discuss the strategies and effectiveness of Manitoba's recent COVID related lock-down communications on CJOB last Thursday, November 12.

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Graphic for Virtual Pitch Competition

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Exploring the Entrepreneurial Spirit – Virtually

November 11, 2020 — 
On October 29, the Stu Clark Centre for Entrepreneurship (SCCE) hosted its first virtual business plan pitch competition as part of its core Asper entrepreneurship course ENTR 2030 and the parallel ENTR 2020 course for non-Asper students.

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