Graduate News Archive

July 10, 2025 — 
Tara Christianson recently graduated from the Master of Social Work program and received a University of Manitoba Distinguished Master’s Thesis Prize for her thesis titled: The Impact of COVID-19 on Services for Indigenous People Who Use Substances and Are Living with HIV in Winnipeg, Manitoba. The prize is given out annually to recognize the achievements of Master’s graduates who submitted groundbreaking theses in the previous academic year. The Faculty of Social Work congratulates Tara and looks forward to learning more about her experience in the program, her current research interests and her plans for the future. Can you tell me a little bit about yourself? My name is Tara Christianson; I was born and raised in Treaty 1 territory and have lived in Winnipeg for the past 18 years. I am Red River Métis, citizen of the Manitoba Métis Federation and a member of the Bison Local. I also have Scottish, Irish, and English settler ancestry. I’m a mom, a partner, sister, daughter and auntie. I’m also a registered social worker that works in the mainstream health care system.

May 2, 2025 — 
On Thursday, May 1, 2025, the 2025-26 Academic Calendar preview was released and can be found on the Academic Calendar webpage. This is a preliminary version and updates will appear as the Senate approves changes in May and June. The final version will be available July 2, 2025.

December 10, 2024 — 
Check out the variety of workshops scheduled for January, offered by The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning.

February 27, 2024 — 
RJ Oolooyuk is from Rankin Inlet, Nunavut and is graduating from the Department of Mechanical Engineering in 2024. RJ is the first Inuk student to graduate from the Price Faculty of Engineering. He is providing an exemplary example of passion and perseverance to help inspire other Inuit to complete an education in engineering.

January 11, 2024 — 
The new GTP offers a comprehensive journey for aspiring educators, with modules to provide participants with foundational knowledge, skills, and values crucial for meaningful teaching in higher education.

April 17, 2022 — 
School of Art Graduate students are opening up their studio spaces to the public, allowing you to see into the heart of their diverse practices! The event will take place on the University of Manitoba campus in Taché Hall, the Art Barn, and Ceramics Building.   

November 20, 2018 — 
PhD student recently appointed assistant superintendent Seven Oaks School Division.