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Supporting Indigenous success Through Career Mentorship: The Indigenous Career Mentor Program

December 13, 2024 — 
The majority of my responsibilities relate to coordinating projects, events, initiatives and partnerships that advance the University’s goals towards Indigenous engagement and the commitments under the Manitoba Collaborative Indigenous Education Blueprint.

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Two pieces of public art at the University of Manitoba.

Provost and Vice-President (Academic) News

New committee aims to diversify the UM Art Collection

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.

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Silhouettes of soldiers standing on a ridge at sunset

Students News

UM joins National Consortium to Support Military, Veteran, and Family Success on campus

December 9, 2024 — 
UM’s participation in the consortium builds on its longstanding support for Canada’s military community, which began in 1974 with the Canadian Forces University Program and continues through the Military Support Office established in 2006.

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Students News

Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students)

December 9, 2024 — 
Fall Term 2024 is drawing to a close and Tuesday, December 10 marks the beginning of the final exam period for many faculties. Knowing that this can be a stressful time, here is some information about resources and supports that you may find helpful over the next two weeks.

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group picture including Star Wars characters for world premiere of Star Wars-Ojibwe version at Winnipeg Centennial Concert Hall on Aug. 8, 2024

10 top stories for a newsworthy 2024

December 9, 2024 — 
A curated list of the stories that drew readers to UM Today this year.

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Students studying in Pembina Hall

Students News

24/7 study space available during the exam period

December 8, 2024 — 
In recognition that some students have personal circumstances necessitating studying during non-traditional hours, the University of Manitoba is providing a dedicated quiet study space with on-site staff throughout the exam period.

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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Shoppers browsing a student-vendors collection of bead work at the Indigenous Winter Market

Students News

Building Community, Crafting Success

December 5, 2024 — 
The third annual Indigenous Winter Market—a one-day event with the goal of showcasing the incredible talent, creativity and culture of First Nations, Métis and Inuit students at UM.

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Holiday graphic with admin building in snow globe.

Students News

Get Ready for Winter Term During the Holiday Closure

December 5, 2024 — 
The holiday season is here, and while we’re taking a break to recharge, you can still make progress toward your academic goals during the Winter holiday shutdown (Dec 24 to Jan. 2).

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Computer screen on a desk with New Aurora launch page on the screen. The background is blurred out sunny classroom

Students News

UM Achieve is down for maintenance

December 4, 2024 — 
UM Achieve will not be available Sunday, December 15 between 8:00AM-12:00PM

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