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UM faculty editorials on current issues

June 11, 2020 — 
Three recent editorials by UM faculty in the Winnipeg Free Press attest to the breadth and scope of our thought leaders regarding pressing concerns of today’s world.

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Vice-dean of Indigenous health bridges professional work with community

May 20, 2020 — 
We caught up with an Indigenous public health doctor, mother and community organizer for a glimpse into her busy life.

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UM student recognized with Athena Leadership Scholarship

May 6, 2020 — 
Gillian McIvor is a recipient for The Leader of Tomorrow Scholarship

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Indigenous student advisor one of many giving support during COVID-19 pandemic

April 29, 2020 — 
Carl Stone was recently interviewed on CBC Unreserved, a program highlighting Indigenous community, culture, and conversation

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Indigenous community at UM to host virtual graduation celebration

April 23, 2020 — 
The Indigenous community at UM plans an online celebration for Indigenous graduates

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Michelle Driedger (community health sciences) with research partners at Manitoba Metis Federation, Georgina Liberty, Sheila Carter and Julianne Sanguins.

COVID-19 Rapid Response Program funding for studies in Indigenous populations

March 6, 2020 — 
Two University of Manitoba researchers have received nearly $1 million in COVID-19 Rapid Response Program funding from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research for research projects that focus on public health responses in Indigenous populations.

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Survivor Eugene Arcand speaking at the release of the Lessons Learned Survivors Perspectives Report

Lessons Learned report released following review of the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement

February 21, 2020 — 
Informed by Residential School Survivors from across the country, a report released this week outlines lessons learned in reviewing the Indian Residential School Settlement Agreement (IRSSA)

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Métis scholar reflects on his lifelong career shaping the minds of students

February 20, 2020 — 
Dr. Fred Shore began teaching at 20-years old. Now, as he approaches his last semester in the classroom, he reflects on his journey and the changes he's helped shape in the UM community.

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The Metis sash on the statue of Louis Riel at UM

Three UM students are recipients of MMF scholarships

February 14, 2020 — 
Nine post-secondary students are recipients of the first series of scholarships funded through the Manitoba Métis Federation, with three enrolled at the University of Manitoba.

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UM community invited to celebrate Louis Riel Day

February 11, 2020 — 
In advance of the Louis Riel Day provincial holiday, the sixth annual Louis Riel Day celebration at the University of Manitoba will be held on Friday, Feb. 14 at Migizii Agamik – Bald Eagle Lodge

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