Student success News Archive
Students
Finding space to study
December 3, 2025 —
Elizabeth Dafoe Library offers lots of study spaces, however it is also the largest and busiest library on campus. As the Fall Term comes to an end and final exams approach, it can seem overwhelming to find a space to sit down and study in the library. For those that are new to campus, it may be difficult to find the right study space for their needs. For those looking for study spaces, read on! UM has many options.
Students
Student Success Month | Spotlight 3
October 24, 2025 —
Students reflect on the power of reaching out—how asking for help opened doors to support, growth, and a stronger sense of belonging at UM.
Students
Student Success Month | Spotlight 2
October 20, 2025 —
UM students share how building relationships, accessing wellness supports, and finding community helped them thrive both personally and academically.
Students
Adapt to achieve: advice from one student’s success journey
March 10, 2025 —
Physical geography student Jaydon Svensson offers insights from his own educational path over the last few years at UM.
Students
How UM libraries can smooth the graduate research grind
February 27, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba librarians offer one-to-one appointments, drop-in sessions, and both live and recorded workshops to help with research and writing components of graduate programs.
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Reducing barriers to supporting international students
February 27, 2025 —
International students face unique challenges adapting to living and studying abroad. The success rate of many international student can be improved by accessing UM resources and supports. Yet, international students’ stereotype of how Canadian faculty, staff, and students stereotype them, a metastereotype, can be barrier to them seeking supports.
Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
A desire to learn brought Edgar Galeano from Colombia to Winnipeg
February 13, 2025 —
Dr. Edgar Galeano says learning something new is what makes him feel alive. It’s part of the reason why he paused his 20-plus-year career as a doctor in Columbia, to come to Winnipeg and study in the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management.
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Responding to students’ changing needs to foster academic success
January 9, 2025 —
Join us on Thursday, February 6, 2025, for the second session of the Teaching and Learning Research Colloquium Series.
Students
Trailbreakers and impact makers: standout student success stories of 2024
November 29, 2024 —
UM students have been making an impact in Manitoba and around the world. Check out the year’s top stories showcasing student accomplishments in academics, community impact and personal pursuits.
Students
How libraries can help students’ writing
November 29, 2024 —
When students think about the library, they may mostly think of stacks or a quiet study space, but the library is also a great place to find support when preparing written assignments. In fact, librarians themselves play an important role in supporting students with their academic writing.