Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News Archive

December 18, 2024 — 
It's been an exciting year of generational change across the Rady Faculty, with approval of a new College of Community and Global Health, expansion in all of our programs, and the construction of a new multi-purpose building on the Bannatyne campus.

December 18, 2024 — 
Six Winnipeg middle schools or high schools have received brand-new lab equipment – a gift designed to spark curiosity and provide students with high-quality tools to explore the world of science.

December 17, 2024 — 
Funding to drive breakthroughs in precision medicine, tackling cancer, neurological disorders, and therapy resistance.

December 16, 2024 — 
A simple, non-invasive treatment focused on the ears could one day provide relief for people with ulcerative colitis, a UM research study has found.

December 11, 2024 — 
Researchers from the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences have been awarded more than $9.9 million in the latest round of Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) project funding.  

December 10, 2024 — 
A University of Manitoba initiative to expand the use of virtual reality (VR) and artificial intelligence in health-care education won a national award from Simulation Canada, a non-profit organization for the advancement of simulation-based learning in health care. 

December 10, 2024 — 
It’s been a year of exciting news in the areas of education, research and community service across the five colleges of the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. Here’s a look at 10 of our most notable stories of 2024.

December 9, 2024 — 
Eight UM researchers have been selected for their exceptional research performance and impact as demonstrated by multiple highly cited papers in 2024. 

December 9, 2024 — 
This fall, a cohort of social work students participated in an interprofessional learning experience with the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. This event emphasized the importance of social work practice in addressing the intersection of individuals and their environments in healthcare settings.  During the event, a screening of Falling Through the Cracks: Greg’s Story, depicted the tragic death of Greg Price and highlighted systemic issues in healthcare, including the need for improved communication.  “‘Greg’s Wings’ provided a meaningful learning experience for students, particularly in the context of healthcare collaboration and the challenges faced within this system,” said Vicki Verge, Instructor and Faculty-Field Liaison, Faculty of Social Work.  

December 9, 2024 — 
A curated list of the stories that drew readers to UM Today this year.