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Two Flying Canada Geese (Branta canadensis).

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

CTV News: Niverville, Man. goose die-off tied to avian flu: biologist : UM in the News

December 4, 2025 —  Dr. Hannah Wallace has studied infectious diseases like avian influenza for several years at the University of Manitoba Kindrachuk Lab. She said the disease has remained problematic for birds over the last four years.

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Jithan Sreedharan stands in a hallway at the College of Rehabilitation Sciences.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

New respiratory therapy head brings global vision : Network News

December 4, 2025 —  The new head of the respiratory therapy (RT) department at the College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences comes with a unique distinction – he’s been recognized by the American Association for Respiratory Care as the first person in the world to hold three degrees in RT, including a PhD. 

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Photo of students around a boardroom table at the 2023 Grad Student Thesis Writing bootcamp

Students News

24/7 study space available during the exam period : Network News

December 4, 2025 —  The University of Manitoba is providing a dedicated quiet study space with on-site staff throughout the exam period. The location, St. John’s College Library (3rd Floor, St. John’s College), will be available from 8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8 through 8:00 a.m. on Friday, December 19.

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Students News

Navigating extenuating circumstances: What students need to know about deferred exams and available supports : Network News

December 4, 2025 —  If unexpected circumstances prevent you from taking an exam as scheduled, UM offers support. Including the option to request a deferred exam when the situation meets valid criteria. Understanding these guidelines will help students navigate this process confidently.

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Healthy foods, including carrots, strawberries, red pepper, kiwi, blue berries, tomatoes, melon, salmon, avocado, olives and corn.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

The Conversation: Managing food allergies and dietary restrictions during the holidays : UM in the News

December 4, 2025 —  During a season filled with parties and food, navigating the holidays while avoiding certain foods can be harrowing. Well-intentioned hosts may prepare a selection of treats in a kitchen that includes flavours of the season. But without clear communication, detailed food labels and assurance of good practices to prevent cross-contact of foods, navigating a holiday tray or buffet line involves risk.

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An image of Tier Building on the Fort Garry Campus.

Research and International News

UM leads Canada in not-for-profit research funding growth and corporate partnerships : Featured

December 4, 2025 —  The University of Manitoba (UM) has recorded the highest not-for-profit research funding in its history and the highest annual growth amongst Canada’s top 50 Universities, according to the newly released rankings of Canada’s Top 50 Research Universities 2025.  

2025 Certificate of Merit recipient Kim McConnell is introduced by his nominator Dr. Karin Wittenberg

Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News

2026 Certificate of Merit call for nominations open : Network News

December 4, 2025 —  This annual award recognizes leadership with agriculture, agri-food and community organizations and outstanding service to the public at large.

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Asper School of Business News

Business, with a Twist : Network News

December 4, 2025 —  At the Rod Senft Family Business Conference, leaders shared their ideas about how to merge the emotional landscape of family with business.

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Dr. Feiyue Wang Professor at the Centre for Earth Observation Science & Canada Research Chair (Tier 1)

Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources News

New York Times: Is This Polar Bear Town Canada’s Key to the Arctic? : UM in the News

December 3, 2025 —  Ice has been shrinking in Hudson Bay, making it navigable to ships for about five months a year, or about one month more than in the 1980s, said Dr. Feiyue Wang, Professor and Canada Research Chair (Tier 1) at the Department of Environment and Geography and Centre for Earth Observation Science, University of Manitoba.

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Flag lowered for the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women : Network News

December 3, 2025 —  The University of Manitoba will be lowering the flag on the Administration Building on Saturday, Dec. 6, 2025 in observance of the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women. 

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