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Students
Join us Jan. 20 to launch UM’s new capital plan
January 8, 2026 —
We’re starting 2026 with a historic moment in our university’s history.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
UM appointed North American regional lead for age-friendly universities
January 5, 2026 —
The University of Manitoba has been appointed the Regional Lead for North America of the Age-Friendly University (AFU) Global Network, a prestigious role that positions UM at the forefront of advancing age-inclusive practices in higher education. This appointment means UM will help guide strategy, outreach, and educational efforts across the continent, working closely with the Global Network Secretariat to shape global initiatives. The designation aligns directly with MOMENTUM, UM’s strategic plan and our commitment to fostering a vibrant community for all. Becoming the North American lead reinforces UM’s dedication to lifelong learning, intergenerational engagement, and research that addresses the needs of an aging society.
Faculty of Law
Tréchelle Bunn’s extraordinary year
December 16, 2025 —
Tréchelle Bunn has been having an extraordinary year – make that two years. Since first setting foot in Robson Hall, the third-year law student from Wampum, Manitoba, has been making a huge impact on every community she is part of, be it furthering Truth and Reconciliation, or working to improve access to justice for incarcerated persons. From organizing an annual Reconciliation Run in her home community of the Birdtail Sioux First Nation to speaking before the United Nations Human Rights Council on behalf of Indigenous Peoples, Bunn proceeds with quiet determination and a passion for challenges.
What Does it Take to Grow Vegetables that Fight Disease?
September 19, 2025 —
UM nutrition scientist Miyoung Suh tells us about supercharged greens
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Asthma research earns UM scientist a nomination to attend Lindau Nobel Laureate Meeting
July 22, 2025 —
Courtney Marshall, a PhD candidate in the department of immunology at the Max Rady College of Medicine, won three awards at the International Congress of Academic Medicine, including a nomination to attend the Lindau Meeting.
UM ranks 6th in Canada on Climate Action; Good Health and Wellbeing
June 30, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba ranks in Canada’s top 20 in the 2025 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings.
Our herd moves the world
September 20, 2024 —
It’s time we stopped being so humble about the world-class university we’ve built together. In fact, we’re about to launch a bold campaign to attract more of the best and brightest to the University of Manitoba. Why? Because the world needs more Bisons—more of you.