First Year Centre News Archive

November 9, 2021 — 
The majority of student academic resources remain open and ready to help out

June 23, 2021 — 
As a new UM student, there’s lots to do to prepare for your first year of studies! Here are answers to the questions that are most frequently asked at the First Year Centre.

May 7, 2021 — 
The First Year Centre (FYC) is the only office at the University of Manitoba specifically dedicated to first year students. Students in University 1 and other direct entry students can receive support from the FYC

May 4, 2021 — 
For the first time, the UM First Year Centre is introducing Summer Welcome — a day of online programming to orient you to the University of Manitoba and help prepare you for your first year.

August 6, 2020 — 
We want to ensure that you start university confident and secure that you’re going to do your best. For that reason, the University of Manitoba is offering online events and programming that will help you prepare for your first year. So, what can you do now to be sure you’re ready to hit the ground running in September? 

July 29, 2019 — 
Alumni, faculty, and staff are invited to join in at Welcome Day, Tuesday, September 3, as over 2,500 new U of M students attend Orientation events at the Fort Garry Campus

May 13, 2019 — 
Congratulations! You’ve made it through your first year of university! This is a great accomplishment.

January 16, 2019 — 
For new students, the first few weeks of a new term can be difficult.

October 30, 2018 — 
As transitioning to university is a process that can take some time, the First 6 Weeks program helps students manage the transition to life at the University of Manitoba.

September 6, 2018 — 
The first few weeks of a new term can be a difficult balancing act. For new students, this is especially true