international students News Archive
![Mentors](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Mentors-150x150.jpg)
Research and International
Being a Welcome Mentor
November 2, 2018 —
The International Centre’s Welcome Mentors pairs new international students with experienced U of M students, allowing students to develop meaningful relationships and their skill sets
![Speakers included Jordan Bighorn (left to right), Dorota Blumczynska, and Niigaan Sinclair.](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/deans-lecture-image-2-150x150.jpg)
Extended Education
Education for Social Justice
October 29, 2018 —
On Oct. 23, an intimate crowd gathered at Forth for the latest installment in the Dean’s Lecture Series 2018-2019 season.
![Going global with the U of M](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/10/Student-Exchange-Program2-150x150.jpg)
Research and International
Going global with the U of M
October 29, 2018 —
Events highlight international travel opportunities for students
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Research and International
Opportunity to enhance cultural awareness for all students
September 12, 2018 —
Third-year student Victoria Nwabuisi originally signed up for the Intercultural Development and Leadership Program – now called Intercultural Leaders – with the intention of improving her leadership skills and expanding her network.
![University sign Fort Garry campus](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/UofM-Sign-5734-150x150.jpg)
U of M continues to monitor situation with Saudi Arabian students
August 10, 2018 —
The University of Manitoba is currently gathering information regarding the status of Saudi Arabian students at the U of M, in light of recent measures put in place by the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, including the suspension of all Saudi scholarship holders studying in Canada
![Admin Building and Fort Garry campus.](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/04/Strategic-Plan_WEB-1-150x150.jpg)
International student health coverage
July 5, 2018 —
U of M pleased to announce an international student health agreement with Blue Cross and StudentCare
![Administration Building](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2018/03/International-student-story-photo-150x150.jpg)
Students
University commits to addressing 2018-19 health-care coverage costs for international students
March 27, 2018 —
Exploring options to address costs of 2018-19 health-care coverage
![Bannatyne campus.](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/05/Rady_cropped_WEB-150x150.jpg)
New on-site access to advisors for international students at Bannatyne campus
November 2, 2017 —
Advisors offer guidance on issues such as banking, finding accommodations, the Canadian academic environment, culture shock, university policies and personal matters
![Students in the Elizabeth Dafoe Library](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Students-in-the-Elizabeth-Dafoe-Library-WEB-150x150.jpg)
Show your integrity this October
September 27, 2017 —
Academic Integrity Month 2017 features events and activities focused on helping students, staff and faculty succeed with integrity both in and outside the classroom
![a map showing a line from the Philippines to Winnipeg](https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2017/06/map-150x150.jpg)
Canada, from an international perspective
June 30, 2017 —
Canadians continue to learn the beliefs of others, to understand varying traditions and perspectives, and to respect each other’s differences - and this is one of the best things Canada should celebrate