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From frail to fit: Activity-based approaches to lessen functional decline

May 24, 2019 — 
Noted professor of neuromuscular and exercise physiology, Dr. Jennifer Jakobi, is slated to visit the U of M to present on fraility and activity May 29.

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Mini U experience leads to important future helping others

May 21, 2019 — 
It takes empathy and patience to make it as an occupational therapist. Emily Carey honed those attributes—and more—in her time with Mini U Programs.

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How passionate people respond when good things happen

May 17, 2019 — 
A new Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management study found that the ways in which passionate people respond when good things happen in their favourite activities depends on their predominant passion type.

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This illustration depicts a three-dimensional (3D) computer-generated image of a number of drug-resistant Neisseria gonorrhoeae diplococcal bacteria. Note that extending from the organisms’ exterior were type IV pili, or hair-like appendages, which in this case, are used to promote motility for these bacteria, and improve surface adherence. The artistic recreation was based upon scanning electron microscopic (SEM) imagery.

Research pushing the boundaries

May 13, 2019 — 
Early career researchers are among the inaugural recipients of funding from the New Frontiers in Research Fund

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Global News: University of Manitoba arena to undergo $1.2 million in improvements

May 10, 2019 — 
Major upgrades to the new home of the WHL's Winnipeg ICE at the U of M are scheduled for this summer.

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Mother’s Day open house at the Active Living Centre

May 7, 2019 — 
On May 11 & 12, Recreation Services welcomes all mothers to use the Active Living Centre and all fitness and recreation facilities at the Fort Garry campus for free. Mothers who are currently members can bring any guest free of charge.

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Junior Bisons programs help to build success for varsity teams

April 30, 2019 — 
With more camps in different sports, the Junior Bisons club program are preparing Bisons recruits for the heavy competition of Canada West sports.

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Registration now open for summer research training institute

April 24, 2019 — 
The program offers a variety of workshops designed to provide introductory research skills and knowledge for students, research assistants, research staff and faculty members

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Indigenous wellness day

April 16, 2019 — 
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management's Indigenous Sport and Wellness Strategy hosting inaugural Indigenous wellness day April 24

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3MT champ heads to Western Regional Competition

April 16, 2019 — 
U of M's Three Minute Thesis winner Kevin Boreskie competes at Western Regionals on April 17

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