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Three female Indigenous students in the lobby of the pinning ceremony. The student in the middle holds her UM nursing pin.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

Over 100 new nurses welcomed to profession

October 23, 2024 — 
The College of Nursing welcomed 105 new nurses to the profession at a pinning ceremony on Oct. 22 at the new Desautels Concert Hall, a few hours ahead the graduands’ convocation. 

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Asper School of Business

Asper graduates take the stage for Fall Convocation 2024

October 23, 2024 — 
For Fall Convocation 2024, the Asper School of Business celebrates new Asper alumni as they take their hard-earned degrees into the workforce, further study, or their next great venture. Here is a snapshot of just a few new Asper alumni receiving their parchments on October 22, 2024.

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19 Indigenous teachers from St. Theresa Point comprise the Ansininew Cohort in Inclusion and Reconciliation (Faculty of Education).

Celebrating the Ansininew Cohort in Inclusion and Reconciliation

October 21, 2024 — 
19 Indigenous teachers are graduating with their Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Education this October

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A UM graduate smiles and waves at the crowd during a convocation ceremony. Rows of grads in black caps and gowns face the stage behind her.

Students

Celebrate the journey at Fall Convocation

October 18, 2024 — 
Convocation is a significant milestone on each Bison’s journey. From the moment students arrive on campus for Orientation, their path is leading to this: crossing the stage after years of hard work to receive their parchment in front of family, friends and fellow students. Get the details and meet some of the people being celebrated at Fall Convocation.

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Medal-winning students share their journey, advice at Fall Convocation

October 17, 2024 — 
Get to know these two students from the fall Class of 2024.

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David T. Barnard, Walter and Maria Schroeder

Two honorary degrees to be awarded at Fall Convocation 2024

October 14, 2024 — 
During Fall Convocation, the University of Manitoba celebrates the distinguished achievements of three individuals who will share in two honorary degrees awarded at the annual ceremony.

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Convocation is a happy celebration.

Students

Log in or live stream: How to join Fall Convocation

October 3, 2024 — 
Fall Convocation ceremonies are fast approaching, taking place on October 22 and 23, 2024 at the Fort Garry Campus and on October 31, 2024 at the Bannatyne Campus. The Fort Garry ceremonies will stream on our immersive event platform. If you’re attending virtually, here are some things to know

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A UM graduate dressed in a cap and gown walks away from the stage at Convocation. They are holding their open parchment in their hands and smiling down at it, celebrating their achievement.

Students

Fort Garry Convocation: Have a day you will always remember!

September 26, 2024 — 
10 tips for a memorable and easy Fort Garry convocation experience.

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Asper School of Business

Meet the 2024 Asper School of Business medal winners

June 24, 2024 — 
During convocation, graduates in the highest standing of each program are recognized for their outstanding work during their degree. The Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals in Management are awarded to the Asper School of Business graduates with the highest, second-highest and third-highest degree grade point average, respectively.

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Photo of Juris Doctor Class of 2024 Valedictorian, Kali Faingold wearing a cap and gown and holding her degree in an official UM folder.

Faculty of Law

Faculty of Law JD Valedictorian Address 2024

June 24, 2024 — 
I am truly honoured to stand before you tonight representing the Robson Hall Class of 2024. When I was chosen as Valedictorian, I could not have been more thrilled – then I realized I actually had to write a speech. The daunting task of capturing three tumultuous, yet rewarding, years of law school in just a few minutes seemed impossible.

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