COVID-19 News Archive
CERB proves it’s time for basic income, says economist
April 23, 2020 —
A UM economist says that government assistance for people whose livelihood has been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic shows that it may be time for universal basic income.
Indigenous
Indigenous community at UM to host virtual graduation celebration
April 23, 2020 —
The Indigenous community at UM plans an online celebration for Indigenous graduates
Government steps up to support students through COVID crisis
April 23, 2020 —
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau unveiled the government’s comprehensive support for post-secondary students and recent graduates.
Students
New webpage with COVID-19 information for students
April 23, 2020 —
The UM is committed to supporting the academic success, health and well-being of all students, through this most difficult time. We recognize that during this time many students are experiencing additional pressures, including financial, employment, housing, food, or increased caregiving responsibilities. We are continuing to provide supports, programs and services even though we are not physically located on campus.
Students
Students finishing Winter Term – with kids at home.
April 23, 2020 —
Finishing the Winter Term is everyone’s main goal right now. It’s more challenging than ever, but supports are available to you, and the end is in sight. But what about students who can’t make their studies their number one priority because that has to be their children? We asked two student-parents how they’re balancing the challenging task of finishing their studies with kids at home.
Aging adults’ experience during COVID-19
April 22, 2020 —
This collaborative research project will examine the experiences of older adults during the coronavirus pandemic, exploring how they cope, the impacts on their physical and mental health, and changes to how they access health-care services.
Important things to know the week of April 15 to 22
April 22, 2020 —
Summary of this week's UM COVID-19 information
UM alumnus on front lines of COVID-19 research in China
April 21, 2020 —
A UM alumnus who was instrumental in helping find a vaccine for Ebola several years ago is now working with an international team to better understand COVID-19
Faculty of Science
Reduced human activity leaves room for urban wildlife
April 21, 2020 —
As humans limit their activity and spend more time indoors, urban animals are suddenly faced with a new, emptier environment to navigate. While the ecological urban landscape changes, some species will thrive while others might struggle.
President Barnard’s message to students, April 21
April 21, 2020 —
'We are as committed as ever to ensuring you have an outstanding student experience by finding new ways of teaching, learning, and coming together as a community'