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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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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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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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Asper School of Business introduces New Leadership in Action Micro-Diploma

October 6, 2025 — 
Open to students from Asper and all UM faculties as well as working professionals, this program trains learners with career-advancing leadership skills.

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Merging Business and Hockey Skills with Asper Student-Athlete Andrew Boucher

October 2, 2025 — 
On the surface, hockey skills don't seem adaptable to business. But to Andrew Boucher, Asper student-athlete, there's countless ways to bring your sport into the classroom. And then into the boardroom.

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Winnipeg’s Classic 107: UM students rally for people living with cystic fibrosis in annual Shinerama campaign

October 1, 2025 — 
University of Manitoba students will hit the streets on Thursday to raise funds and awareness for people living with cystic fibrosis. It's all part of Shinerama, an annual event that involves 20,000 student volunteers from 36 Canadian post-secondary institutions

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Asper Co-op Summer Wrapped

September 29, 2025 — 
This summer, Asper co-op students brought their excellence out of the classroom and into the boardroom.

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