Students News Archive

May 5, 2020 — 
The first cohort of the President Student Leadership Program (PSLP), the marquee initiative of the James W. Burns Leadership Institute, was treated to a celebration of the program’s completion through a virtual graduation ceremony on Thursday, April 30, 2020.

May 1, 2020 — 
Join us for the Restorative Spaces and Art & History walks as part of the Jane’s Walk celebrations on May 2 and May 3 at the Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses

April 30, 2020 — 
UM’s Sexual Violence Resource Centre (SVRC) remains open throughout the University’s COVID-19 response, providing individualized support services to students, staff and faculty who have been impacted by sexual violence

April 29, 2020 — 
When the COVID-19 pandemic hit Manitoba in March, UM students were soon facing a “new reality” of online exams from home. For some health-related programs, where students also needed to be tested on practical skills to graduate, it was particularly challenging.

April 29, 2020 — 
Congratulations on completing Winter Term 2020!  This has been a challenging time, and because of that, the UM has formulated a number of options for students whose grades may have been negatively affected by the COVID-19 situation. Here are some FAQs about this policy, and whether you should utilize it.

April 29, 2020 — 
Carl Stone was recently interviewed on CBC Unreserved, a program highlighting Indigenous community, culture, and conversation

April 27, 2020 — 
Feeling bored or lethargic while stuck at home? Why not take this opportunity to take some time for yourself or even spend time on that long-neglected hobby! Show us how you’re keeping yourself entertained while being practicing social distancing? Are you testing your cooking skills? Doing DIY projects? Living the island life in Animal Crossing? Share your favourite self-quarantine pastime with @umstudent on Instagram and use the hashtag #umHomeBound for a chance to win a $25 UM Bookstore gift card!

April 24, 2020 — 
When it became clear that courses would have to be delivered by online and alternative methods due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the previously posted schedule was removed and restructured by the Registrar’s Office.

April 24, 2020 — 
In celebration of National Volunteer Week (April 19-25, 2020), we recognize some of the undergraduate and graduate students who not only have displayed their commitment to sustainability but have also made an impact on campus, in their city and within their communities.

April 24, 2020 — 
It’s now easier to get free open access journal articles in your Libraries Search results.