president News Archive
Statements in Response to Vandalism at NCTR
August 14, 2019 —
"I am deeply troubled to learn that on Monday, staff at the NCTR discovered evidence of intentional vandalism"
President’s message on National Indigenous Peoples Day
June 19, 2019 —
'As a community, we celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day, honouring the rich histories, cultures and traditions, as well as the many contributions, of the First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples of Turtle Island'
President Barnard’s address to graduands at the 140th Annual Spring Convocation
June 5, 2019 —
'Pursue your dreams. Think outside the box.'
President Barnard’s message of sympathy and concern on Sri Lanka attacks
April 22, 2019 —
On behalf of the University of Manitoba community, I convey deepest sympathies to the families and friends of those killed.
President’s message on the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
March 21, 2019 —
'Let’s take this opportunity to reflect on how we should live our commitment to affirm the dignity and rights of all human beings on our campuses'
President Barnard’s comments on the federal budget
March 19, 2019 —
'This new budget recognizes the contributions universities like ours make'
Campus Vigil March 18
March 18, 2019 —
On Monday, March 18, President and Vice-Chancellor David Barnard along with the Muslim Students Association and U of M’s Spiritual Care, will host a campus vigil in Marshall McLuhan Hall, UMSU University Centre, 2nd floor. All are welcome.
President conveys sympathies to victims in New Zealand
March 15, 2019 —
'Our thoughts are with the people of New Zealand as we stand together with them to condemn racial hatred and violence.'
Online course addresses ‘collective responsibility’ around sexual violence
March 13, 2019 —
Message from President Barnard to U of M Community
President Barnard comments on provincial budget
March 7, 2019 —
The Manitoba government released its budget on March 7, 2019.