Students News Archive
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Students News
Introducing the 2022 Nahlah Ayed Prize for Student Leadership and Global Citizenship recipients
March 15, 2023 —
The University of Manitoba is proud to recognize two students who demonstrate exceptional commitment and leadership skills and whose actions help to connect local and global communities.
March 15, 2023 —
The University of Manitoba is proud to recognize two students who demonstrate exceptional commitment and leadership skills and whose actions help to connect local and global communities.
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Searching for the next visionary and thought-provoking Knight Lecturers
March 14, 2023 —
The University of Manitoba and the Robert and Elizabeth Knight Distinguished Visitors Program recently welcomed award-winning journalist and best-selling author, Eternity Martis on March 9.
March 14, 2023 —
The University of Manitoba and the Robert and Elizabeth Knight Distinguished Visitors Program recently welcomed award-winning journalist and best-selling author, Eternity Martis on March 9.
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Help shape UM’s next Strategic Plan
March 14, 2023 —
Thank you to all who have participated in the consultation process for the University of Manitoba’s strategic plan through the town hall and community consultation sessions. We are now entering the second stage of the consultation process, and we want to engage with you further through an online survey informed by the discussions in the first phase.
March 14, 2023 —
Thank you to all who have participated in the consultation process for the University of Manitoba’s strategic plan through the town hall and community consultation sessions. We are now entering the second stage of the consultation process, and we want to engage with you further through an online survey informed by the discussions in the first phase.
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Students News
Get to know UM’s Student Support services
March 13, 2023 —
Being in university is a time of new beginnings, challenging experiences and life-changing events. Explore the student support systems in place to help: Health and Wellness and University Health Service.
March 13, 2023 —
Being in university is a time of new beginnings, challenging experiences and life-changing events. Explore the student support systems in place to help: Health and Wellness and University Health Service.
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Students News
Provide your feedback to help shape the UM student experience
March 13, 2023 —
Complete the survey before April 3 for a chance to win great prizes.
March 13, 2023 —
Complete the survey before April 3 for a chance to win great prizes.
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School of Art News
Get to know the Director of the School of Art, Dr. Edward Jurkowski
March 10, 2023 —
Dr. Edward Jurkowski was recently appointed as Director of the School of Art (SOA), from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2027. Also serving as the Dean of the Desautels Faculty of Music and as a tenured professor in the faculty, he is a highly esteemed leader whose 25 years of experience will lead the SOA into the future. We chatted with Dr. Jurkowski about what has inspired him as a student and professor, what he hopes for the future, and what he enjoys in his free time.
March 10, 2023 —
Dr. Edward Jurkowski was recently appointed as Director of the School of Art (SOA), from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2027. Also serving as the Dean of the Desautels Faculty of Music and as a tenured professor in the faculty, he is a highly esteemed leader whose 25 years of experience will lead the SOA into the future. We chatted with Dr. Jurkowski about what has inspired him as a student and professor, what he hopes for the future, and what he enjoys in his free time.
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Alumni News
Convocation Celebration
March 10, 2023 —
Our 2020 and 2021 graduates will finally get their chance to walk the stage the weekend of March 11, 2023.
Convocation Celebration
March 10, 2023 —
Our 2020 and 2021 graduates will finally get their chance to walk the stage the weekend of March 11, 2023.
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Alumni News
Meet the ’20 and ’21 grads (again) – Mackenzie Booker
March 7, 2023 —
Find out what Mackenzie Booker [BA(Geog)/19, DipAgric/21] is up to post-graduation.
Meet the ’20 and ’21 grads (again) – Mackenzie Booker
March 7, 2023 —
Find out what Mackenzie Booker [BA(Geog)/19, DipAgric/21] is up to post-graduation.
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Alumni News
Meet the ’20 and ’21 grads (again) – Braden Ganetsky
March 7, 2023 —
Find out what Braden Ganetsky [BSc(ME)/21] is up to post-graduation.
Meet the ’20 and ’21 grads (again) – Braden Ganetsky
March 7, 2023 —
Find out what Braden Ganetsky [BSc(ME)/21] is up to post-graduation.
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Alumni News
Meet the ’20 and ’21 grads (again) – Sandy Deng
March 7, 2023 —
Find out what Sandy Deng [BSW/20] is up to post-graduation.
Meet the ’20 and ’21 grads (again) – Sandy Deng
March 7, 2023 —
Find out what Sandy Deng [BSW/20] is up to post-graduation.