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Mickael Gier in Spain

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International experiences shape the future of business leaders

March 31, 2025 — 
Donor support empowers students like Mickael to learn from diverse peers, gain fresh perspectives on business and life, and thrive in a globally connected world.

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A legacy of care

March 31, 2025 — 
From student to instructor to donor, Dr. Christopher Cottick continues to shape the future of dentistry in Manitoba

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Andrew, Donald, John, Margaret, William and Bette MacDiarmid

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The heartwarming legacy of generational giving in the MacDiarmid family

March 28, 2025 — 
The MacDiarmid family’s legacy of generosity continues to shape communities through their steadfast support of education and local causes.

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group picture including Star Wars characters for world premiere of Star Wars-Ojibwe version at Winnipeg Centennial Concert Hall on Aug. 8, 2024

10 top stories for a newsworthy 2024

December 9, 2024 — 
A curated list of the stories that drew readers to UM Today this year.

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Building a brighter future through philanthropy

November 13, 2024 — 
On this National Philanthropy Day, the University of Manitoba extends its deepest gratitude to all our donors. Your generosity has profoundly advanced our mission to promote learning and well-being in Manitoba, Canada and the world.

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Thomas Rawliuk

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Scholarships are motivating student success

November 13, 2024 — 
UM alum and graduate researcher Thomas Rawliuk is developing research to uncover resilience factors and promote healthier outcomes for all

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Steven Low

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Honouring the needs of Indigenous communities

November 13, 2024 — 
The Steven Low Foundation aims to bring healing and hope through a gift to the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation 

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Tréchelle Bunn

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Running toward Reconciliation

September 25, 2024 — 
From founding the Reconciliation Run to establishing a scholarship, Tréchelle Bunn’s passion for sport and community drives her vision for Reconciliation

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Tony Lau in the newly renovated Tony T.K. Lau Global Lounge

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Investing in international students

September 23, 2024 — 
Learn more about UM alum Tony Lau and his contributions to the University of Manitoba

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President Benarroch, the Niznicks and Dr. Anastasia Kelekis-Cholakis standing at the construction site next to a poster with the rendering of the new Dr. Gerald and Reesa Niznick Centre.

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Dr. Gerald and Reesa Niznick’s passion for dental education and care inspires $5 million gift to the University of Manitoba

September 20, 2024 — 
The gift will support the construction of a new dental clinic, which will be housed in the new Dr. Gerald and Reesa Niznick Centre on the University of Manitoba’s Bannatyne campus. 

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