wellness News Archive
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Students
Stress happens: develop strategies that will bring relief
April 8, 2024 —
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
Become a peer health educator with Healthy U: volunteer applications now open
March 11, 2024 —
The Student Wellness Centre is looking for motivated and compassionate students to become peer health educators with UM’s Healthy U program starting September 2024. Applications open March 11 until March 22, 2024 at 11:59 p.m. CST.
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Indigenous
Wellness through Stories
January 8, 2024 —
An opportunity to hear teachings and learn from Indigenous Elders and traditional Knowledge Keepers is coming to the University of Manitoba’s Fort Garry campus. The 18th Annual Elders and Traditional Peoples Gathering, taking place January 25 and 26, is a time to embrace traditional Indigenous teachings shared through ceremony and across generations. This year’s theme is Restoring our Spirits: Wellness through Stories.
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Students
Take time for a fall mental health check-in
October 12, 2023 —
It's normal to feel overwhelmed at this time of year. Connect with UM's Student Support services and off-campus resources to give your health and wellness a boost.
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Students
Take control of your health!
August 11, 2023 —
Building healthier habits like getting enough sleep, nutrition, and movement are all helpful steps in preventing illness. In addition, vaccines are one of the safest and most effective health interventions and a primary response against vaccine-preventable diseases.
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The mental health care we all need is in our stories
May 3, 2023 —
May 1 to 7 is Mental Health Week
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Finding new and creative ways to build community wellness
February 8, 2023 —
Application deadline extended to Mar. 7
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Faculty and staff wellness at UM
January 31, 2023 —
Your input matters: Participate in the Canadian Campus Well-being Survey for Employees
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UM’s Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) has changed
December 7, 2022 —
Access health and wellness resources with a new app, phone number and website
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Students
14 ways to combat stress during tough times
February 7, 2022 —
When there is a lot of uncertainty in your world, and the stressors are compounding, self care can sometimes feel like one more impossible thing - yet, even small ways of caring for yourself can make a big difference