International Centre News Archive
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Introducing the 2021 Nahlah Ayed Prize for Student Leadership and Global Citizenship recipients
September 12, 2022 —
UM students recognized for their efforts in bridging cross-cultural gaps, both locally and globally
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International students: Learn about your health coverage
September 9, 2022 —
The International Centre is offering two virtual information sessions on the Manitoba International Student Health Plan (MISHP) so that international students can learn all about their health coverage while they are registered as a student at the University of Manitoba.
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Weekly Wednesday Conversation Group starts on May 11
May 6, 2022 —
The International Centre is hosting a weekly conversation group for international students during the summer, and all students are welcome.
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Get ready for Summer Term with international student welcome and orientation
April 25, 2022 —
International students, get ready for your studies at UM by attending the international student welcome and orientation.
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Info sessions help international students adjust to life in Canada
January 17, 2022 —
The International Centre is committed to international student success and offers a number of programs and services year-round to help international students adapt to and experience Canadian culture.
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Share your experience as an international student and enter to win $1000
November 30, 2021 —
Participants will be asked questions to assess their overall experience as an international student on campus and in the extended community.
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Get Yourself a Mentor
November 22, 2021 —
Through the Welcome Mentors program, mentees receive one-on-one personal, intercultural, and academic support from a mentor throughout their entire academic term.
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Students
Settle into Fall 2021 with International Student Orientation
August 17, 2021 —
The University of Manitoba’s International Centre offers a series of events to welcome international students to campus and support you as you begin your studies
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Learn a new language with the Language Exchange program
July 21, 2021 —
Are you learning a second language and looking for conversation partner? The International Centre’s Language Exchange program may be for you. The Language Exchange program connects people who speak different languages but share similar interests. The partners meet each week to practice each other’s languages and learn about each other’s culture in a friendly, relaxed environment.
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Students
Meet your fellow students at two virtual summer events
May 20, 2021 —
The International Centre is hosting two virtual summer events: a virtual cookout and a virtual talent show, both happening on Zoom