Community Stories News Archive
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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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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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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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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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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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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.
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.
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.
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A better future: Connecting mentors with Indigenous youth
April 2, 2015 —
Through the Rec and Read program, university students and community members team up with teens to mentor early-years students.
Faculty of Science
The Manitoban: I love science week
March 25, 2015 —
Let’s Talk Science at the University of Manitoba is holding the first I Love Science Week from March 23 to 31, reports the Manitoban.