first year students News Archive
St. John's College
Fourth-year psychology student finds academic success in college residence
November 10, 2023 —
After coming from Zimbabwe, South Africa, Tawana came to the University of Manitoba in 2019, where she founded the College's Residence. In settling into a new life in Canada, Tawana felt at home when she walked into the doors of the College. Seeing the space she had in her room, quickly meeting friends in the food hall, and learning the opportunities available at the University, Tawana was excited for what was to come.
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Enhancing student experience with college membership benefits
October 26, 2023 —
The college is a place for students to meet new people, find community, and amplify their student experience with our membership, including access to our scholarships and bursaries open to all UM students.
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Welcoming Peter Jaeger, writer in residence, to the college community
September 15, 2023 —
Peter has seen the world throughout his poetry, writing, and teaching career. He is the author of fourteen books of poetry, fiction, and criticism, as well as several artist books.
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A record-breaking kick-off to start the 2023-24 academic year!
September 11, 2023 —
A week to remember for the St John's college community to kick-off the 2023-24 academic year.
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Kick off your school year with Jumpstart!
August 25, 2023 —
On September 7th, St John's college student council (SJCSA) will host their annual Jumpstart event to launch the 2023/24 academic year.
Students
Have questions? Here’s how you can get answers
July 28, 2022 —
Figuring out your academic journey is an ongoing process, and you don’t have to do it alone. There are many resources and offices at UM dedicated to helping you find the best path for you.
Indigenous
Supporting Indigenous students starting their post-secondary journeys
April 1, 2022 —
Qualico Bridge to Success program applications now open
Students
Get an advantage with Summer Welcome on May 6
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.
Students
Discounted Mobile Internet Plans for UM Students Continue for Winter Term
February 1, 2021 —
The University of Manitoba and BellMTS are pleased to be able to provide UM students with more affordable access to technology.
First Year Experience leaves UM’s newest students confident, prepared
September 22, 2020 —
Although COVID-19 has transformed the university experience, students starting their first year at UM this fall are confident and prepared thanks to UM’s First Year Experience: a series of new online initiatives aimed at readying them for university life.