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Let’s talk about mental health

January 24, 2023 — 
UM will join more than 200 post-secondary institutions across Canada to participate in the world's largest mental health conversation on Bell Let's Talk Day.

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Students

Feeling stressed? Student supports are available to help

January 23, 2023 — 
Whether you are looking to add some tools to your self-care toolkit or need immediate help, we want you to know that there is support for you, right at this moment, regardless of your level of need

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Students

New funding bolsters mental health on UM campus

January 19, 2023 — 
The University of Manitoba (UM) has received a $100,000 grant from Bell Let’s Talk Post-Secondary Fund to support mental health initiatives on its campuses. UM is one of 10 universities in Canada to receive such funding and it will go towards establishing a new Student Wellness Centre (SWC).

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Students

Get to Know UM’s Student Support services

January 16, 2023 — 
Being in university is a time of new beginnings, challenging experiences and life-changing events. Explore the student support systems in place to help: Student Services at Bannatyne; Spiritual Care and Multi-Faith Centre

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Students

Let’s Talk about mental health and end the stigmatizing of mental illnesses

January 16, 2023 — 
January 25 is Bell Let’s Talk Day; check out how UM is joining the conversation

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Donor Relations

Donors are generously helping UM students that are most in need

December 16, 2022 — 
Generous donors are helping students this holiday season to focus on their studies instead of how to find enough food.

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A person wearing a mask and a red backpack stands in the aisle of a grocery store. They hold their phone in one hand as their other hand runs through their hair. They look stressed.

Students

Worrying about making ends meet? Learn about supports that can help

December 5, 2022 — 
We’re living in a world affected by ever-rising interest rates and inflation. Twenty dollars at the grocery store just doesn’t buy as much as it used to, even a year ago. If you’re struggling right now, please know there’s support available for eligible students.

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Students

This Fall Term break build healthy habits to help support mental health and well-being

November 4, 2022 — 
As you head into a well-deserved Fall Term break, be reminded of the many resources, programs, services and supports that are available to support your mental health, well-being and your academic success.

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Students

Stress happens: develop strategies that will bring relief

November 3, 2022 — 
Stress can pop up in our lives at any point; sometimes it’s when we expect it, like exam season, and sometimes we do not see it coming. Develop strategies to combat these feelings so that you're well-equipped when they present themselves.

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Students

Set yourself up for success with the help of UM’s Academic Learning Centre

October 8, 2022 — 
Students can build their learning, studying, writing, and research skills through a wide range of one-to-one or group-focused services

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