Community Stories News Archive
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Faculty of Science
Using science to solve a murder mystery
July 16, 2015 —
Three-day interactive camp introduces students to the U of M, its professors, and its science labs.
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Community Stories
Baby Talk: Supporting early language development
June 16, 2015 —
Associate Prof. Melanie Soderstrom provides parents with information about the importance of talking to their infants.
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Community Stories
Pint-sized ‘university’ students: Developing tomorrow’s leaders
June 9, 2015 —
Mini U Programs invites kids to campus to take part in camps and get to know the U of M.
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Community Stories
Arctic experience: Exploring the science behind climate change
June 5, 2015 —
Every winter, Manitoba students get a taste of the Arctic in simulated field work activities at FortWhyte Alive.
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Community Stories
Walkabout: Inviting the community to explore
May 19, 2015 —
The U of M’s Office of Sustainability hosted a walking tour to showcase visionary, green projects on campus.
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Community Stories
A museum of ideas: Researchers enrich the Canadian Museum for Human Rights in Winnipeg
May 15, 2015 —
The new museum is a launching pad for The Embodying Empathy Project.
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Community Stories
A fun way to connect: Building bridges in dental care
May 5, 2015 —
Sharing Smiles Day breaks down barriers for future dentists and people with disabilities.
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Community Stories
Connecting with the North: Learning alongside top researchers in the Arctic
April 21, 2015 —
Schools on Board invites students and teachers from across Canada to stay aboard the CCGS Amundsen—Canada’s research icebreaker.
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Price Faculty of Engineering
Engineering professor wins first Women in Leadership award
April 10, 2015 —
Dr. Jeannette Montufar, P.Eng., will be the first winner of the Shaw Media Global News Women in Leadership Award, which will be handed out April 14th at the 32nd Annual Volunteer Awards Dinner.
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Health Sciences’ student-led initiative reaches success
April 6, 2015 —
Daniel is a Grade 7 student at Acadia School. He recently decided he wants to be a doctor when he grows up.