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Terry Fox Marathon of Hope

UM’s John Kearsey joins famed Canadians to celebrate Terry Fox in new book

September 1, 2020 — 
UM’s VP (External) joins Margaret Atwood, Bobby Orr, Christine Sinclair and many others in recounting the Marathon of Hope.

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Two people wearing masks are approaching an entrance to Bannatyne campus.

Latest news on COVID-19 campus recovery

August 26, 2020 — 
After a period of reduced activity on campus, UM is working towards a slow, safe and practical return to some activities on our campuses. 

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Administration Building

Ms. Naomi Andrew appointed Interim UM VP (Administration)

August 25, 2020 — 
Ms. Naomi Andrew has been appointed acting vice-president (administration), effective August 31, 2020.

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University of Manitoba Administration Building

Acting deans and director announced across campus

August 24, 2020 — 
The University of Manitoba is pleased to announce the following acting dean appointments.

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Manitoba polyculture plot that includes 57 edible and medicinal plants. Photo: Kirsten Benot.

Nine UM researchers receive Insight Development Grants

August 21, 2020 — 
Nine University of Manitoba researchers are among the recipients of Insight Development Grants as announced by the Government of Canada, receiving a total of $569,267 in funding.

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University of Manitoba sign, facing Pembina Highway on Fort Garry campus.

Lynn Zapshala-Kelln named RRC Vice-President

August 18, 2020 — 
The University of Manitoba congratulates Lynn Zapshala-Kelln on being named Red River College’s new Vice-President, Finance and Administration.

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The Wallace Building, which houses the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources.

Stephan Pflugmacher Lima has been named new dean of the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources

August 17, 2020 — 
Dr. Stephan Pflugmacher Lima, an inspiring leader committed to innovation and global collaboration, has been named Dean of the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources effective September 1, 2020.

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Robson Hall exterior Fall 2019

David Asper has been named Acting Dean of the Faculty of Law

August 17, 2020 — 
David Asper, Q.C., an outstanding UM alumnus whose legal work, business activities and philanthropy have improved the lives of countless Manitobans and Canadians, has been named Acting Dean for the Faculty of Law effective July 1, 2020.

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Indigenous Scholar Réal Carrière

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Centering Indigenous knowledges in politics and governance

August 13, 2020 — 
Cree-Métis scholar blends his traditional upbringing with political science

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Beautiful summertime shot of the Admin Building, taken for Instagram by @s.faarisphotos

Update on COVID recovery plans as phased, safe return continues

August 12, 2020 — 
Approved activity includes limited reopening of FG Bookstore, Libraries, Joe Doupe Recreation Centre (Sept. 8)

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