Asper School of Business News Archive
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The Asper School of Business celebrates National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 21, 2023 —
At the Asper School of Business, First Nations, Métis and Inuit students, alumni and colleagues are leaders in pursuing economic reconciliation for Indigenous peoples, as entrepreneurs, educators, accountants, analysts and more.
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My journey toward reconciliation at work and home
June 19, 2023 —
June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. On this day, Canadians are encouraged to recognize and celebrate the unique heritage, diverse cultures and outstanding contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis peoples of Canada. As Dean of the Asper School of Business, I would like to share my experience learning about the history of Indigenous Peoples in Canada and engaging with current and future perspectives.
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Asper supply chain professor collaborates to secure government grant
June 16, 2023 —
Paul D. Larson, Professor in Supply Chain Management secured $893,000 in funding from Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) for their “Fast-Track to Supply Chains” project.
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President’s Student Leadership Program announces 2023 cohort of students
June 15, 2023 —
The Burns Leadership Institute is pleased to announce the fifth cohort of the President’s Student Leadership Program (PSLP) at the University of Manitoba.
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Asper School of Business launches future-focused BComm curriculum
June 14, 2023 —
The Asper School of Business will launch a new Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) curriculum, beginning in Fall 2023. Developed by the Asper School’s Undergraduate Review Committee, the new curriculum will prepare students to face the dynamic landscape of business—to anticipate emerging issues and innovations while responding to existing problems.
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Drake Centre café naming contest
June 14, 2023 —
You may have even seen the construction taking place near the fishbowl. Help us name the new café and win a $100 gift card from Aramark!
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Asper BComm grad celebrates convocation, a time to reflect and embrace possibility
June 12, 2023 —
Asper BComm grad Deidre Dewar worked for years to secure something more important than a singular purpose. In committing to learning, making sacrifices and embracing her story—challenges and all—she found possibility.
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Congratulations Asper grads!
June 6, 2023 —
The Asper School of Business celebrates the Class of 2023 during convocation season!
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MBA grad champions inclusion and strives to create more opportunities for women
May 29, 2023 —
In the Asper MBA, Jamie Theroux engaged in conversations with colleagues and with innovative course content on sustainability, accessibility and reconciliation. As she pursues entrepreneurship after graduation, her goals remain to amplify perspectives, remove barriers and create more opportunities and inclusive communities.
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Asper professor of business sustainability receives prestigious UM award for excellence in teaching
May 17, 2023 —
Bruno Dyck [BComm(Hons)/84], Norman Frolich Professor in Business Sustainability at the Asper School of Business, is the 2023 recipient of the prestigious Dr. and Mrs. H. H. Saunderson Award for Excellence in Teaching.