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Market Tuesday returns

July 20, 2015 — 
Fresh greens including cucumber, lettuce and more is available through the University of Manitoba Student Community Garden.

Converting waste into biofuels

Converting waste into biofuels

July 15, 2015 — 
University of Manitoba researchers Richard Sparling and David Levin are co-leaders in a $10.4 million international collaboration looking for new ways to convert waste materials like wood chips and straw into biofuels and other products.

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Anna Weier with the Office of Sustainability offers five pieces of advice for commuters considering riding to work or school for the first time

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Top 5 tips for new cyclists

June 9, 2015 — 
Anna Weier with the Office of Sustainability offers five pieces of advice for commuters considering riding to work or school for the first time.

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Campus Beautification Day 2015

Campus Beautification Days 2015 & Grand Prize Winner

June 8, 2015 — 
Campus Beautification is successful thanks to the help of the many faculty, staff and students who volunteer their time to make our campuses look amazing

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Staff parking fees to be harmonized with student rates

June 3, 2015 — 
Effective September 1, 2015, staff monthly parking fees will match student rates

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Bikes parked at bike racks

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Commuters share their advice

May 29, 2015 — 
The 2015 Commuter Challenge takes place May 31 to June 6. Will you bike, walk, run, skate, bus, carpool or telecommute?

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Cycling to campus is just one way to participate in the Commuter Challenge

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Join the challenge

May 27, 2015 — 
Commuter Challenge runs from May 31 to June 6 and is open to faculty, staff and students

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Campus Beautification day people smiling and holding flowers

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What a Beautification Day

May 20, 2015 — 
The theme for this year’s Beautification Days, held on June 4 & 5, is sustainability

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a dock extends into the lake's horizon

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Improving Lake Winnipeg

May 15, 2015 — 
University of Manitoba is first post-secondary institution to sign Lake Friendly Accord

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bicycle helmet saftey tips

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Bicycle helmet saftey tips

May 15, 2015 — 
Before you head out on your bike, make sure you have a proper fitting helmet.

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