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OCTOBER 19, 2022
University of Manitoba
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UM Today News
‌ A graphic of Billy the Bison saying 'Help protect the herd. Wear a mask indoors and stay home if you are sick.' ‌
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Week at a Glance

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Fall Convocation

Celebrating the accomplishments of the class of 2022

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Five UM leaders among most powerful women in Canada

'These honourees have already made transformational impacts in our province and around the globe'

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New episode of 'What's the big idea?' is out now

Listen to episode two with President Benarroch in conversation with Dr. Marcia Anderson

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TeachingLIFE: New ways of learning

UM's commitment to advancing the principles of EDI, in and out of the classroom

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Food chemist named distinguished professor

Professor Michael Eskin recognized for his career accomplishments

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When old bones are young

Findings represent a major contribution to the areas of archeology and anthropology

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Teaching and Learning Program celebrates 2022 graduates

Program designed for new instructors who are looking to bolster their teaching skills

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Systemic racism alters wildlife genetic diversity

UM study examines relationship between segregation housing practices and impact on urban wildlife

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Latest COVID-19 updates

As of Oct. 19

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Things to Know this Week

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Contract Cheating: All risk, no reward

Today is International Day of Action Against Contract Cheating

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Final day for budget survey, closes Oct. 20

Share your perspective on budget priorities

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Bin it to Win it this Waste Reduction Week

Use UM’s new bins on campus for a chance to win prizes

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Search process to formally fill role of Vice-President (External) has begun

Message from President Benarroch

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Nominations close for Nahlah Ayed Prize for Student Leadership and Global Citizenship

Deadline is Nov. 1

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A new space to connect, reflect and belong

Spiritual Care and Multi-Faith Centre open house is happening all week

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Can you smell a phish?

Learn to recognize the different forms of phishing

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Upcoming Events

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Fall Convocation

Oct. 19 to 20, Oct. 27 | Multiple times, Bannatyne and Fort Garry campuses

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Women's soccer playoffs: Manitoba Bisons vs. Regina Cougars

Oct. 22 | 5:30 p.m. | IG Field

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Death: The Alternative to Social Reform - Disability Activists and Advocates Speak Out on MAiD (Medical Assistance in Dying)

Oct. 24 | 2 p.m. | Via Zoom

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Leadership in Our Times: The Critical Issues Series with Dr. Brent Roussin

Oct. 25 | 5 p.m. | In person

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Inside Big Oil's Disinformation Machine

Oct. 27 | 7 p.m. | Room 218, University College

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Community Links

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  • Call for Awards →
  • Campus Services →
  • Week at a Glance Archive →
  • Campus Sustainability →
  • Recreation →
  • Bisons →
  • Indigenous Community →
  • Academic Jobs →
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