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Asper School of Business News Archive

View from the third floor of the Drake Centre. Looking from the balcony, across the way is a study area with glass around it and a sign that says Asper School of Business.

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CBC’s Now or Never: Do I need another job? The art and the grind of the side hustle

November 6, 2025 — 
By day, Winnipeg’s Sam Davidson works for the Asper School of Business at the University of Manitoba, but by night, he transforms into the spandex wearing, hip swiveling, Red Hot Sammy Peppers, bringing the heat inside the wrestling ring. How long can he hold on to his alter ego?

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Winnipeg Free Press: U of M announces Chiu Centre for Business Serving Community

November 6, 2025 — 
The Chiu Centre for Business Serving Community at the I.H. Asper School of Business will “foster cultural change in capitalism through research, training and promoting business models that address social and ecological crises facing humanity,” the Winnipeg-based university announced in a news release. 

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Barry Prentice

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CBC Radio: Why some airline travellers are opting for a seat upgrade, despite the big price tag

November 2, 2025 — 
In an effort to maximize revenue, airlines have been squeezing more seats on their planes and charging for perks such as more legroom and a cup of coffee, says Dr. Barry Prentice, Professor and Director of the University of Manitoba Transport Institute (UMTI).

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Winnipeg Free Press: Spooky season spending stays strong

October 29, 2025 — 
That the average Canadian household continues to spend around $70 at Halloween is surprising given the rising cost of living and the economic uncertainty many are facing, said Dr. Sandeep Arora, Department Head and Associate Professor, Marketing Department at the University of Manitoba’s Asper School of Business.

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Three students standing in a hallway talking.

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Global News: Side Hustle 101

October 28, 2025 — 
The University of Manitoba is launching a free six-week online course in the winter term to teach students, alumni, and staff how to start a side hustle, addressing the increasing need for supplemental income due to workplace volatility

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The Asper School of Business Congratulates Fall 2025 Graduates

October 20, 2025 — 
Showcasing four students who found success, inspiration and community at the Asper School of Business

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Barry Prentice

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Toronto Star: Could natural gas unlock new potential for Churchill’s port?

October 17, 2025 — 
Dr. Barry Prentice, Professor and Director of the University of Manitoba Transport Institute (UMTI), Supply Chain Management Department, said such a pipeline would be difficult to build in northern Manitoba, where melting permafrost can lead to engineering challenges, but that doesn’t mean it’s impossible.

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Coffee poured into cup

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CBC News: Why Coffee Prices Are Rising and What It Means for You

October 15, 2025 — 
Dr. Barry Prentice, Professor and Director of the University of Manitoba Transport Institute (UMTI), speaks with CBC host Marjorie Dowhos about rising coffee prices, their global causes, and what it means for consumers and businesses.

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World Mental Health Day – A Conversation with Asper Dean of Teaching & Learning, Wenxi Pu

October 10, 2025 — 
Wenxi Pu, talks with us about how AI, social media, and McDonaldization have impacted our mental health. He shares his thoughts how we can positively leverage these powerful tools to create more genuine connection and critical thinking.

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Sustainability Month: Asper PhD Candidate Studies the Gender Gap Among Vegans

October 8, 2025 — 
How can marketers make more men interested in trying a vegan meal?

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