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FKRM student muscles her way to CrossFit Games

June 24, 2021 — 
Second-year physical education student Sydney Michalyshen will compete in the sport's marquee championship July 27 to Aug. 1 in Madison, WI.

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Joannie Halas named professor emerita

June 22, 2021 — 
The title is one of the University of Manitoba's highest honours. Individuals are selected on their distinguished service to administrative leadership, teaching, research, creative and scholarly works and service.

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Spring Convocation 2021

June 17, 2021 — 
The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management's class of 2021 graduates June 17 at UM's virtual Spring Convocation

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Faculty AT director earns national recognition

June 7, 2021 — 
Jackie Elliott, the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management's athletic therapy program director, has been bestowed with 2021 Distinguished Athletic Therapy Educator Award by the Canadian Athletic Therapists Association.

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Michelle Porter earns UM award for community outreach

May 20, 2021 — 
A leading advocate for the rights and well-being of older adults, professor Michelle Porter has been selected as a co-recipient for a prestigious UM award for her meritorious service in community outreach activities.

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UM joins Canadian Collegiate Esports League

May 17, 2021 — 
UM students are eligible to register for events and compete against participating schools across the country in the Canadian College Esports League (CCEL).

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Online workout series promotes physical activity & history for Indigenous seniors

May 14, 2021 — 
Professor Brian Rice takes YouTube viewers through locales of historical significance while working up a sweat.

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Indigenous engagement director awarded for positive impact on students

May 13, 2021 — 
Heather McRae was named a recipient for the Migizii Agamik Award at the UM Virtual Indigenous Graduation Ceremony Saturday, May 8.

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Ready, set…register!

May 5, 2021 — 
Mini U Programs and Junior Bisons have opened their general online registration portal, offering camps for kids aged five through 18

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Understanding the newcomer experience and sport participation in Winnipeg

April 27, 2021 — 
This presentation will be a forum to share current research and applied work with newcomers and sport engagement. The goal is not only to share this information but also to encourage more inclusivity and understanding towards newcomers in this city.

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