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Sustainability News
U of M to host United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Youth Training Day : Campus News
August 31, 2019 — This unique opportunity will provide students with training to increase their understanding of the United Nations’ 17 SDGs and empower them to take action on issues such as sustainable development, poverty, education, inequality and climate change
CBC: Researchers follow senior drivers to better track their skills on the road : UM in the News
August 30, 2019 — Study looks to help doctors determine when it's time to take away patients' keys
Blankstein Momentum Program is on track for a second successful year : Network News
August 30, 2019 — Twenty-five Indigenous students have committed to the program for the 2019-20 academic year - eight of which are returning participants.
President’s message welcoming community to fall term : News
August 30, 2019 — Welcome students, staff, faculty and visitors to another new beginning at the University of Manitoba
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
Inuit teens explore health careers at U of M : Network News
August 30, 2019 — Grade 11 student Carmello Swan has been interested in a health-related career for over a year, a passion that was further confirmed after a visit to the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences this summer. On Aug. 15, the Windsor Park Collegiate student was one of three Winnipeg-based Inuit teens who visited Bannatyne Campus as part of Manitoba Inuit Association’s (MIA) Inuit Education Connections Program.
Sustainability News
Connect your commute with GoManitoba : Campus News
August 30, 2019 — Are you ready to try commuting in a healthy, sustainable way or get rewarded for your efforts if you are already doing so?
From spinster to career women : Campus News
August 29, 2019 — Professor launches book that traces advocates’ efforts to alter cultural perceptions of women, work, class, and the ideals of womanhood
Faculty of Science News
International Data Science Conference / NEXUS 2019 : Network News
August 29, 2019 — Join us on Thursday, November 14, 2019, at the University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus and discover the latest innovations in machine learning/AI, data and statistical sciences that address solutions to some of the most pressing challenges in health, agriculture, transportation, insurance, and eCommerce.
Extended Education News
Is Continuing Ed right for you? : Campus News
August 29, 2019 — “The demographics of non-degree CE programs is composed of returning adult professionals." - Rod Lastra
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
Residential school survivor shares story at Witness Blanket opening : News
August 29, 2019 — The Witness Blanket exhibition documents the impact of residential schools through objects reclaimed from the residential schools, band offices, communities, churches, government and other traditional and cultural structures





