Archives and Special Collections News Archive
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Lost campus: a virtual tour of forgotten spaces and places at the University of Manitoba
March 18, 2022 —
Over the years, many spaces and places on campus have come and gone. Some are remembered by past generations of students and staff, but many others now lie beyond living memory. A virtual historical tour has been created for some of UM's sites
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Increase your research skills with library online workshops
September 27, 2021 —
From September to December our lineup of workshops will provide you with tools and resources to meet your needs whether you are just beginning your academic career or you are doing graduate research.
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A survivor who joined the Royal Winnipeg Rifles
January 22, 2021 —
On International Holocaust Remembrance Day, we remember UM alum Hans Wolpe
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Gabriel Gély’s Arctic Photographs Donated to the University of Manitoba
December 16, 2020 —
Gabriel Gèly (1924-2020) is best known for his artistic portrayals of Arctic life and for his outstanding contribution to the development and promotion of Inuit art.
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Contacting the undead
October 23, 2020 —
University of Manitoba Libraries' Archives & Digital Collections launch the full Psychic News digital archives - 1932-2010 on October 31, 2020.
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Do you ever look at a stamp and wonder where the image came from?
September 23, 2020 —
The story behind the Dr. Bruce Chown Canada Post stamp
The Grand Reveal: A behind-the-scenes peek at the UM Archives
December 3, 2019 —
'We ourselves might have done a few odd things here and there over the years too.'
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Head of UM Archives leaves a rich legacy
December 3, 2019 —
But it's Shelley Sweeney’s passion, infectious energy and enthusiasm that will be missed most
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Honouring the groundbreaking legacy of Marshall McLuhan
November 26, 2019 —
Special symposium and reception at U of M Archives & Special Collections on Nov. 28
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The Falcon Lake UFO Files
October 31, 2019 —
On May 20, 1967, something happened in the wilderness around Falcon Lake, Manitoba, that has never been adequately explained