Libraries News Archive

November 13, 2024 — 
October 16th was the International Day of Action for Academic Integrity. The University of Manitoba is a member of the International Centre for Academic Integrity, an organization dedicated to promoting and upholding academic integrity in universities. As a student, what does academic integrity mean? How can you understand and apply the principles of academic integrity to your studies?

October 31, 2024 — 
Hidden in a corner between University Centre and the Helen Glass Centre for Nursing, on the University of Manitoba’s Fort Garry campus, is a memorial that largely goes unnoticed, dedicated to the 30 members of the 11th Canadian Field Ambulance.

October 18, 2024 — 
UM Libraries has released a new database of open access publishing fee discounts and waivers, making it easier than ever for UM faculty and researchers to publish their work in open access journals.

October 17, 2024 — 
Now in its second year, the Advance Open Ed project with UM Libraries is providing grants and practical support for faculty who want to create and adapt open educational resources for use in the classroom. Here are two resources already being used by students.

October 10, 2024 — 
Winnipeg Free Press: Behind the music Historian John Einarson donates trove of archives to university, looks back at life in new book

September 13, 2024 — 
Advance Open Ed provides financial and practical support along with educational opportunities to help the UM community create, adapt, and adopt open educational resources (OER).

September 5, 2024 — 
In-person, online, and drop-in Libraries workshops and study sessions are offered to students at all levels, from undergraduate to advanced graduate researchers, beginning September 19.

September 5, 2024 — 
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2023 Merit Awards. Merit Awards are awarded to faculty members for their outstanding achievements in teaching, research, scholarly work and creative activities, and service in three different categories.

August 20, 2024 — 
As part of the Machray Hall redevelopment, the Jim Peebles Science and Technology Library (Science Library) will be closed to walk-in use beginning May 1, 2024. Access to print and digital collections, librarians, and other services will continue to be available during the closure. The library will undergo a transformation, resulting in new student study spaces and services.

July 9, 2024 — 
Parinaz Joneidi Shariat Zadeh, a Master of Natural Resources Management (MNRM) student, is one of the top two projects in Canada for the 2024 Esri Young Scholars Award and received an Honourable Mention in Esri Canada’s annual competition.