Celebrating UM’s 2025 Emeriti

2025 Emeriti recipients with Chancellor Dave Angus and President Michael Benarroch

2025 Emeritus recipients with Chancellor Dave Angus and President Michael Benarroch.

Celebrating UM’s 2025 Emeriti

On November 5, the University of Manitoba hosted its annual Emeriti event at the SmartPark Innovation Hub, recognizing members of our community who have been awarded the title of Emeritus or Emerita. This designation is one of the highest honours at the University, bestowed upon individuals whose careers reflect exceptional contributions to administrative leadership, teaching, research, creative and scholarly works, and service. This year’s celebration honoured ten exemplary individuals, including a Chancellor Emeritus and a Distinguished Professor Emeritus.

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Supporting continued excellence: UM launches ESSENCE project for senior scholars and emeriti

The ESSENCE project - Emeriti and Senior Scholars Engaged in Navigating Continued Excellence - has been launched. Led by the Office of the Vice-Provost (Academic Affairs) and funded by the 2025–2026 Strategic Initiatives Support Fund, the ESSENCE project offers new ways to connect, collaborate, and celebrate the ongoing contributions of Emeriti and Senior Scholars.

Congratulations to the 2025 recipients of the Olive Beatrice Stanton Award for Teaching Excellence

Two outstanding educators have been named the 2025 recipients of the Olive Beatrice Stanton Award for Excellence in Teaching. This prestigious award recognizes University of Manitoba educators who have demonstrated continuing teaching excellence and made significant contributions to advancing teaching and learning at UM.

Connect with others through the Affinity Group Work-on-Site Program

As part of ongoing efforts to strengthen community and inclusion on campus, the Office of Equity Transformation, in partnership with UM Libraries, has introduced the Affinity Group Work-on-Site Space program. This new initiative provides supportive environments where individuals from systemically marginalized and underrepresented groups can gather to work, study, and connect.

New respiratory therapy head brings global vision

The new head of the respiratory therapy (RT) department at the College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences comes with a unique distinction – he’s been recognized by the American Association for Respiratory Care as the first person in the world to hold three degrees in RT, including a PhD.

24/7 study space available during the exam period

The University of Manitoba is providing a dedicated quiet study space with on-site staff throughout the exam period. The location, St. John’s College Library (3rd Floor, St. John’s College), will be available from 8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8 through 8:00 a.m. on Friday, December 19.

Navigating Extenuating Circumstances: What Students Need to Know About Deferred Exams and Available Supports

If unexpected circumstances prevent you from taking an exam as scheduled, UM offers support. Including the option to request a deferred exam when the situation meets valid criteria. Understanding these guidelines will help students navigate this process confidently.