UM Today News Archive
Faculty of Arts News
The Globe and Mail: Canada should seek central role for NORAD in Golden Dome or risk marginalization, MPs told
October 10, 2025 —
Speaking to the Commons defence committee Thursday, Dr. James Fergusson, Professor Emeritus and Senior Research Fellow with the Centre for Defence and Security Studies at the University of Manitoba, said Canada needs to “step forward” in discussions with the object of making NORAD the “command authority” for this integrated air and missile-defence plan
October 10, 2025 —
Speaking to the Commons defence committee Thursday, Dr. James Fergusson, Professor Emeritus and Senior Research Fellow with the Centre for Defence and Security Studies at the University of Manitoba, said Canada needs to “step forward” in discussions with the object of making NORAD the “command authority” for this integrated air and missile-defence plan
Desautels Faculty of Music News
The Winnipeg Sun: From Brazil to Winnipeg, guitarist finds new rhythm in Canada
October 9, 2025 —
Beyond performing, Bach has embraced teaching. He works as a sessional instructor in guitar at the University of Manitoba, where he mentors jazz students and guitarists, and also offers private lessons in person and online
October 9, 2025 —
Beyond performing, Bach has embraced teaching. He works as a sessional instructor in guitar at the University of Manitoba, where he mentors jazz students and guitarists, and also offers private lessons in person and online
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
Earth.com: Does smoking increase blood pressure risk? Urine tests reveal the answer
October 9, 2025 —
The study was led by Dr. Setor K. Kunutsor, Professor / Evelyn Wyrzykowski Research Chair in Cardiology at the University of Manitoba, working with collaborators in the Netherlands.
October 9, 2025 —
The study was led by Dr. Setor K. Kunutsor, Professor / Evelyn Wyrzykowski Research Chair in Cardiology at the University of Manitoba, working with collaborators in the Netherlands.
UM Today News
Ahead of the Curve
October 9, 2025 —
Chancellor Dave Angus sits down with Winnipeg-based IT entrepreneur and UM alum Chris Schmidt for our new Bisons in Business series
October 9, 2025 —
Chancellor Dave Angus sits down with Winnipeg-based IT entrepreneur and UM alum Chris Schmidt for our new Bisons in Business series
Faculty of Arts News
BNN Bloomberg: Postal workers union takes aim at Purolator, which is owned by Canada Post
October 8, 2025 —
Throughout the nearly two years of contentious negotiations between Canada Post and CUPW, the question of Purolator has been lurking in the background,” Dr. Adam King, an Assistant Professor of Labour Studies at the University of Manitoba, told CTVNews.ca
October 8, 2025 —
Throughout the nearly two years of contentious negotiations between Canada Post and CUPW, the question of Purolator has been lurking in the background,” Dr. Adam King, an Assistant Professor of Labour Studies at the University of Manitoba, told CTVNews.ca
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
CBC: Why Pistachios Keep Getting Recalled
October 8, 2025 —
Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Food and Human Nutritional Science Dr. Rick Holley speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about what’s behind the recent pistachio recalls and how people can stay safe.
October 8, 2025 —
Distinguished Professor Emeritus of Food and Human Nutritional Science Dr. Rick Holley speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about what’s behind the recent pistachio recalls and how people can stay safe.
Faculty of Arts News
The Canadian Press: Manitoba legislature approves fines for former premier and cabinet ministers
October 7, 2025 —
"I'm not sure how long this is going to last on the public radar but I would say it is a serious matter and I suspect the governing NDP won't let it rest until (the fines are) paid," said Dr. Christopher Adams, Adjunct Professor of political science at the University of Manitoba.
October 7, 2025 —
"I'm not sure how long this is going to last on the public radar but I would say it is a serious matter and I suspect the governing NDP won't let it rest until (the fines are) paid," said Dr. Christopher Adams, Adjunct Professor of political science at the University of Manitoba.
Faculty of Law News
Winnipeg Free Press: Kinew takes issue with bail decision for trucker charged in fatal crash accused of fleeing country
October 7, 2025 —
Speaking generally, Brandon Trask, an Associate Law professor at the University of Manitoba, cautioned politicians against wading into discussions over ongoing court cases.
October 7, 2025 —
Speaking generally, Brandon Trask, an Associate Law professor at the University of Manitoba, cautioned politicians against wading into discussions over ongoing court cases.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
CTV News: U of M dental school offering free care for eligible patients
October 7, 2025 —
“Funding like this is important because we know through surveys that have been done that many individuals are not able to access oral health-care services,” said Dr. Anastasia Kelekis-Cholakis, dean of the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry.
October 7, 2025 —
“Funding like this is important because we know through surveys that have been done that many individuals are not able to access oral health-care services,” said Dr. Anastasia Kelekis-Cholakis, dean of the Dr. Gerald Niznick College of Dentistry.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
CBC: Benefits of Breastfeeding and Resources for Mothers
October 7, 2025 —
Dr. Meghan Azad, professor of pediatrics and child health at the University of Manitoba and director of Manitoba's Interdisciplinary Lactation Centre, speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about breastfeeding benefits, environmental impacts and resources for mothers across Manitoba.
October 7, 2025 —
Dr. Meghan Azad, professor of pediatrics and child health at the University of Manitoba and director of Manitoba's Interdisciplinary Lactation Centre, speaks with host Marjorie Dowhos about breastfeeding benefits, environmental impacts and resources for mothers across Manitoba.