Indigenous News Archive
The Conversation: Indigenous students and faculty are on the rise — and universities have a moral obligation to support them
October 1, 2024 —
As we close out September, universities across Canada are well into their new year of learning. An exciting change is underway.
The Conversation: We curated a podcast playlist for you: National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
September 27, 2024 —
Here at Don’t Call Me Resilient, we’ve curated a playlist of episodes for you that explore the historical and current issues of Indigenous communities.
Donor Relations
Running toward Reconciliation
September 25, 2024 —
From founding the Reconciliation Run to establishing a scholarship, Tréchelle Bunn’s passion for sport and community drives her vision for Reconciliation
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
New student lounge, mural bring ‘sense of belonging’ to Indigenous nursing students
September 25, 2024 —
On Sept. 18, the College of Nursing held a grand opening celebration for a new lounge for students in its Mahkwa Omushki Kiim: Pathway to Indigenous Nursing Education (PINE) initiative.
Heart garden is in a new space, with the same impactful goal
September 24, 2024 —
It’s in a different spot but the purpose and goal of UM’s heart garden, remains the same. Read more about the annual initiative and why organizers say, humility is at the root of acts of Reconciliation.
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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation events and engagement opportunities
September 20, 2024 —
The fourth annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation will take place on September 30. There are many ways you can observe the day, with opportunities both on and off campus to engage in learning and reflection and to honour the healing journey of residential school Survivors.
Faculty of Education
Faculty of Education building connections, elevating the voices of Indigenous scholars and thinkers
September 19, 2024 —
From September 25 to 28, the University of Manitoba will host Mawachihitotaak (Let’s Get Together): Métis Studies Symposium.
Faculty of Law
MILSA receives Orange Shirt Day Fund grant from Province
September 13, 2024 —
The Faculty of Law is pleased to share the news that the Province of Manitoba has presented the Manitoba Indigenous Law Students Association with a grant from the Orange Shirt Day Fund to help with hosting a special event to recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The event will take place on Friday, September 27 at noon in the Robson Hall Common Room.
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ISC giveaway helps students prepare for school year
September 12, 2024 —
The Indigenous Student Centre (ISC), in partnership with the Access Program hosted the 2nd annual Back-to-School Giveaway for UM Indigenous and Access students. Held during the first week of school, this event offerstudents the opportunity to shop for free household items.
Donor Relations
A legacy of support
September 11, 2024 —
How scholarships, bursaries, and awards at the University of Manitoba transform lives