Leadership announcement News Archive
School of Art
Get to know the Director of the School of Art, Dr. Edward Jurkowski
March 10, 2023 —
Dr. Edward Jurkowski was recently appointed as Director of the School of Art (SOA), from January 1, 2023 to December 31, 2027. Also serving as the Dean of the Desautels Faculty of Music and as a tenured professor in the faculty, he is a highly esteemed leader whose 25 years of experience will lead the SOA into the future. We chatted with Dr. Jurkowski about what has inspired him as a student and professor, what he hopes for the future, and what he enjoys in his free time.
Dr. Greg Smith appointed Vice-Provost (Academic Planning and Programs)
March 23, 2022 —
An accomplished administrator, professor and scholar, Dr. Greg Smith has been appointed Vice-Provost (Academic Planning and Programs) effective April 1, 2022
Extended Education
New Acting Dean Dr. Rod Lastra on the importance of Extended Education
February 24, 2022 —
Dr. Rod Lastra started his new role of Acting Dean of the Division of Extended Education on February 1, 2022. We asked him about what drew him to this work, his role at UM and where he considers his happy place.
Indigenous
Dr. Catherine Cook’s term as Vice-President (Indigenous) extended
February 2, 2022 —
Dr. Cook to continue advancing Indigenous engagement and success at UM
St. Paul’s College re-appoints Dr. Christopher Adams as rector
December 17, 2021 —
Dr. Adams to continue to lead college for a new five-year term
Students
Leadership announcements starting in 2022
December 13, 2021 —
The University of Manitoba is pleased to announce the following acting dean appointments and extensions: