Provost and Vice-President (Academic) News Archive

December 12, 2024 — 
The Diversifying the UM Art Collection Program is seeking dedicated individuals to join a committee and make a difference in the representation of 2SLGBTQIA+ communities through visual art on UM campuses.

December 2, 2024 — 
The Office of Equity Transformation introduces the Public Classroom Initiative, an extension of the Listening, Learning, Leading series, designed to foster informed dialogue and deepen understanding of contemporary issues within the UM community.

November 29, 2024 — 
UM in the process of creating a new governance model

November 28, 2024 — 
Retirement, while exciting, can bring a mix of emotions. In recognition of the complexities of this life transition, the Office of the Vice-Provost (Academic Affairs), through UM Family Resources, and the help of the Pension Office and Human Resources, has developed a number of resources to support staff and faculty as they navigate the non-financial aspects of retirement.

November 26, 2024 — 
On November 21, UM honoured 24 exemplary individuals with the title of Emeritus, which included a Vice-President Emerita and three Distinguished Professor Emeriti.

November 19, 2024 — 
Nine UM subjects now place among the top 10 in Canada in their respective fields, three in top five: ShanghaiRanking

October 21, 2024 — 
For Entrepreneurship and Innovative Thinking month, there are a variety of events taking place across our campus to help you foster an entrepreneurial mindset. These events will provide faculty, staff and students with opportunities to learn about, for and through entrepreneurship.

October 7, 2024 — 
The Promoting Black Flourishing Fund supports initiatives led by Black members of the UM Community and Black UM-affiliated groups and organizations that support the objectives of The Scarborough Charter, and advances anti-racism at the University of Manitoba. The fund is currently accepting applications until October 25, 2024.

September 20, 2024 — 
This spring, UM established a Task Force on Mental Health and Well-Being to examine the current mental health supports available on our campuses and consider how we can strengthen these resources for our community’s holistic health. As part of the next phase of this work, students, staff, and faculty members are invited to share their thoughts and experiences to help shape a new comprehensive Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy.

September 19, 2024 — 
As we approach the two-year anniversary of the Family Resource office, we take this opportunity to re-introduce the role and share some updates on how Family Resource can benefit you.