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Supporting Open Dialogue and Academic Freedom

January 8, 2025 — 
Update from President Benarroch on public statements

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Winnipeg Free Press – ‘If you don’t use it, you lose it’

December 30, 2024 — 
Dr. Stephanie Chesser says recreation is an essential program for long-term care residents.

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The Globe and Mail – Chat groups redefine sports fan communities, one message at a time

December 16, 2024 — 
Dr. Ben Schellenberg spoke with the Globe and Mail about how the landscape of fan communities is evolving with social media and group chats.

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908 CJME – Expert analysis: unpacking the 2024 Ontario Coaching Report

December 12, 2024 — 
Dr. jay johnson helps unpack the 2024 Ontario Coaching Report

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Rendering of UM squash court upgrades

Transforming squash in Manitoba: Community-driven court upgrades at UM

December 5, 2024 — 
The new squash courts will serve as a hub for students, faculty, and the wider community, offering a space for players of all levels to participate, train, and compete.  

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A Mini U leader passes a football to a camper

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Building a community of wellness

November 28, 2024 — 
Both Mini U and Recreation Services share the goal of building a healthier community by fostering physical, mental and emotional well-being.

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An Indigenous dancer performs in the Investor's Group Athletic Centre

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Spirit of the Bison highlights Indigenous student-athletes

November 26, 2024 — 
University of Manitoba Bisons welcomed Indigenous dancers, drummers, singers, artisans and community members to join them in celebrating the Bison

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Spirit of the Bison Performer - hoop dancer

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CBC Manitoba: 4th Spirit of the Bison returns to University of Manitoba

November 25, 2024 — 
4th Spirit of the Bison returns to University of Manitoba

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Brita Hall surrounded by guests at the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony

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Brita Hall inducted into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame

November 14, 2024 — 
Facilities staff member Brita Hall was inducted into the Manitoba Sports Hall of Fame. Brita is the first Special Olympics athlete to be inducted into Manitoba's Sports Hall of Fame.

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Man with short brown hair, close shaved brown beard wearing glasses, wearing a brown sweater.

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CTV Winnipeg: ‘It’s great to be a fan in Manitoba’: Bombers, Jets success exciting Winnipeg fans

November 14, 2024 — 
CTV Winnipeg: 'It's great to be a fan in Manitoba': Bombers, Jets success exciting Winnipeg fans

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