Alumni and Community News Archive
Faculty of Science
SPOT on – new science public online talk series launches
May 6, 2020 —
Designed to bring together community, and support online learning, will feature UM faculty and alumni experts including a talk by Dr. James Peebles, winner of the 2019 Nobel Prize in Physics.
The power of working together
March 31, 2020 —
A message from David T. Barnard, President and Vice-Chancellor
Alumni
Staying connected during this surreal time
March 23, 2020 —
Message from John Kearsey, Vice-President (External)
March 2020 Community Events
March 5, 2020 —
Explore our range of programming from cultural and sporting events, informative conversations and presentations, competitions, and celebrations.
Winter Community Events
January 28, 2020 —
Discover events at the University of Manitoba this winter.
Extended Education
Believe in yourself and you’ll find a way
October 22, 2019 —
“If I had one choice in my life, and I had unlimited money, I would just spend my entire life as a student, just learning. Do it. It’s one of the greatest things you’ll ever do in your life.” - Matt MacRae
Faculty of Arts
Making dreams come true with Extended Education
September 5, 2019 —
“Even though I didn’t do it at the time, the thought has never left me." - Belinda Duncan
Extended Education
Retired teacher continues to learn with Extended Education
September 5, 2019 —
“Give it a chance. Start with one course, see what it’s like. I actually think you’ll like it. Don’t shy away from new opportunities. Don’t be scared. Who knows what life can bring you?” - Helen Guenther
Faculty of Science
International Data Science Conference / NEXUS 2019
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.
Faculty of Science
New Data Science Centre – NEXUS at the U of M
May 22, 2019 —
The Faculty of Science announced today that it has formed, Data Science NEXUS, a new data science research centre. NEXUS will lead innovation and discovery in data science, an emerging field that is quickly shaping and reshaping our world. NEXUS aims to aid the U of M and the province in remaining competitive on the global stage.