2SLGBTQIA+ News Archive
Students
Emerging as ‘a more thoughtful version’ of yourself
October 17, 2025 —
Graduating from any program is an incredible accomplishment; meet Talia Smith (she/they), a bachelor of arts (advanced) grad who did so at the top of their class.
Faculty of Social Work
Graduate student Emma advocates for reproductive justice for all by exploring the experiences of 2SLGBTQIA+ people in abortion care
October 9, 2025 —
Emma Cowman, recipient of the Research Manitoba Master’s Studentship Award, shares more about her research and vision for the future. Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? My name is Emma Cowman (she/they) and I grew up in Treaty 4 & 7 territories, in Regina, Saskatchewan and Calgary, Alberta. I have a BA honours in Psychology, and a BA in Women & Gender Studies from the University of Regina, and I am a volunteer with the Regina Abortion Support Network, Abortion Rights Coalition of Canada, and am a board member on Action Canada’s National Youth Advisory Board. Currently, I live in Regina, with my partner, cat, and two dogs. I moved to Winnipeg to attend the University of Manitoba’s foundational MSW program. I have since completed my coursework for the foundational and advanced years and returned home to Saskatchewan, where I have been conducting my research virtually. I am deeply interested in Reproductive Justice research, specifically relating to the topics of abortion, reproductive coercion, and 2SLGBTQIA+ reproduction.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
UM is putting representation on display—literally
September 19, 2025 —
Through the Diversifying the UM Art Collection program, 15 artworks by 11 2SLGBTQIA+ artists were procured during the summer of 2025. Find out more and apply to join the next committee.
Faculty of Education
New webpage champions 2SLGBTQIA+ inclusion in education
June 27, 2025 —
The 2SLGBTQIA+ Emerging Teachers and Educators webpage, now live on the Faculty of Education site brings together a wide range of teaching resources, practicum support, and community links.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Celebrate Pride 2025!
May 6, 2025 —
If you are organizing events for Pride Week (May 23 to June 1) or throughout Pride Month, please let us know. Submit your event details through the UM Pride Events form so we can promote a comprehensive calendar of celebrations happening across our campuses.
Research and International
Four new UM Canada Research Chairs focus on Indigenous research
March 13, 2025 —
Recently, the federal government announced support for four new Canada Research Chairs (CRC) and three renewals at UM.