Faculty of Arts News Archive
Faculty of Arts
Clinical psychology graduate program to double
August 2, 2023 —
On July 21, the Province of Manitoba announced it will invest $412,000 to double the number of seats in the clinical psychology graduate program beginning in fall 2024. This is the first significant increase in student seats to this program in decades and will do much to help fill the urgent need for clinical psychologists in Manitoba.
UM gets more than $400,000 to double seats in clinical psychology program
July 21, 2023 —
A $412,000 investment by the Manitoba government will see the number of seats in the doctoral clinical psychology training program double at UM.
Students
Calling staff and faculty! Volunteer with Meeters & Greeters program, 2023
July 18, 2023 —
We’re looking forward to welcoming all students this fall. Faculty and staff are invited to join us for the mornings of September 6 and 7 as UM students return to classes!
Strange new tech world? We have courses for that.
July 17, 2023 —
Five courses teaching students how to think about and apply technology in new ways so that we can make sure the cows are happy and the machines don’t toy with our emotions.
Students
Welcoming all new UM students
July 4, 2023 —
If you are a new UM student and starting this fall, or you started this summer, you’re invited to participate in the many UM Orientation events we have planned for you.
Leadership announcement July 2023
July 4, 2023 —
The University of Manitoba is pleased to announce the extension of Dr. Martin Scanlon, Dean of the Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences, and the appointment of Dr. Robert Hoppa, Acting Dean of the Faculty of Arts.
Newest Order of Canada appointees include six UM community members
June 30, 2023 —
Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, has announced new appointments to the Order of Canada. “Today, we recognize individuals who have made an extraordinary contribution to our society," said Simon. "A group of individuals who, through dedication and ajuinnata—perseverance—make our communities and our country better every day.”
CJOB: UM clinical psychologist, assistant professor Joanne Unger
June 28, 2023 —
UM associate professor and psychologist, Joanne Unger talks to CJOB about giving kids a real mental break over the summer holidays.
Research and International
Six-part Canada Research Chair Symposium concludes, showcasing groundbreaking researchers
June 26, 2023 —
Last week concluded the six-part Canada Research Chair (CRC) Symposium at UM.
CBC The Current: UM grad Tyrell Bird
June 23, 2023 —
2023 UM graduate, Tyrell Bird, speaks to Matt Galloway on the CBC's The Current about his journey, his inspiration and drive to become a teacher, his poetry and music.