Convocation News Archive
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
Graduates celebrate community and wellness at convocation
June 4, 2025 —
We are proud to share the stories of some outstanding graduates from the Class of 2025.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences
Meet the Agricultural and Food Sciences Class of 2025
June 4, 2025 —
On Thursday, June 5, the University of Manitoba will celebrate the graduating class of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences. Get to know some of the remarkable students who are ready to shape the future of agriculture and food systems.
Asper School of Business
Congratulations 2025 Asper Grads!
June 4, 2025 —
At Spring Convocation, fresh alumni celebrate adventures in experiential learning
Students
Celebrate every step, every story as UM’s newest graduates cross the stage
May 30, 2025 —
UM Convocation is a significant milestone on each Bison’s journey. From first lectures to final exams, their path is leading to this: crossing the stage after years of hard work to receive their parchment in front of friends, family and fellow students. Get the details and meet some of the people being celebrated at Spring Convocation 2025.
Faculty of Arts
Labour studies graduate rises above barriers
May 30, 2025 —
Jennifer Breddam [BA(Adv)/2025] returned to university after a catastrophic spinal injury that removed her from her career. This spring she will graduate with an advanced degree in labour studies.
Faculty of Arts
From page to policy: An English grad’s path to law school
May 30, 2025 —
Reflecting on her undergraduate journey, Spring 2025 Bachelor of Arts graduate Emma Winram shares how her studies went hand in hand with her extracurriculars and led her to an exciting next step - an internship with the Manitoba legislature.
Faculty of Arts
“Degree Top Three” with 2025 theatre and film grad Chance Sabados
May 30, 2025 —
Throughout his degree, theatre and film grad Chance Sabados [BA/2025] honed his skills in acting, directing, writing, set design and stage management. He took some time to answer our "Degree Top Three" questionnaire.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Compassion for patients, dignity for all celebrated at Medicine Convocation
May 16, 2025 —
A Catholic nun who has dedicated her life to helping vulnerable and marginalized people called on UM’s newest class of graduating doctors to "see the person" in every patient and recognize that we are all interconnected.
Students
Your moment, your milestone: 10 Tips for an unforgettable Convocation
May 15, 2025 —
Everything you need to know for a memorable and easy convocation experience.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Ongomiizwin – Education celebrates Indigenous grads as ‘leaders, healers and advocates’
May 15, 2025 —
Naomi Peters was proud to cross the UM Convocation platform on May 15 to receive her degree in medicine. But for Peters, who is Métis, it was also deeply meaningful to attend an earlier celebration on May 13 that honoured Indigenous graduates of the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences.