mental health News Archive
Students
Support for extenuating circumstances during the exam period
December 3, 2024 —
Final exams can be a period of stress and anxiety for any student and UM offers many forms of support in preparation for finals and to help you manage your stress during this time. Though you may be prepared for your final, unexpected circumstances still arise where a deferred exam may be considered.
Students
Take time for a fall mental health check-in
November 19, 2024 —
It's normal to feel overwhelmed at this time of year. Connect with UM's Student Support services and off-campus resources to give your health and wellness a boost.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
CityNews Winnipeg: Quicker supports for military veterans needed: say experts
October 24, 2024 —
Quicker supports for military veterans needed: say experts
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Help shape UM’s Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy
September 20, 2024 —
This spring, UM established a Task Force on Mental Health and Well-Being to examine the current mental health supports available on our campuses and consider how we can strengthen these resources for our community’s holistic health. As part of the next phase of this work, students, staff, and faculty members are invited to share their thoughts and experiences to help shape a new comprehensive Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy.
Students
UM’s Student Wellness Centre (SWC) is open!
September 10, 2024 —
The Student Wellness Centre operates on a drop-in basis and provides an opportunity for students with an interest in health and wellness to connect with each other.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
CTV Winnipeg: Is mental illness passed down through families?
June 3, 2024 —
Is mental illness passed down through families?
Culturally sensitive counselling a cornerstone of new EFAP
May 6, 2024 —
University of Manitoba employees can now benefit from culturally sensitive counselling services through a new Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) Kii by CloudMD. Kii offers mental health supports for the BIPOC and LGBTQIA2S+ communities, along with Elder and Knowledge Keeper supports for Indigenous employees.
Students
Preparing for final exams
April 8, 2024 —
Focusing on your wellness as much as your studying during exam season can help ensure you are functioning at your best. Many resources can help you thrive and take care of yourself. Here are some suggestions:
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
CBC News: Opposition parties call for indefinite pause to MAID expansion for mental illness
January 29, 2024 —
Opposition parties call for indefinite pause to MAID expansion for mental illness
Bell Let’s Talk 2024: Take meaningful action and create real change in mental health
January 23, 2024 —
Bell Let’s Talk Day is Wednesday, January 24. UM is joining in and hosting events and activities from January 24-26! Consider Bell Let’s Talk Day the start of a new year to take action in mental health. We can all create real change.