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Students News

Stress, cram, exam, repeat… but wait, it doesn’t have to be like that! : Network News

December 3, 2025 —  To limit stress this final exam period, start your preparation now; make a study schedule, find a study group, work through practice questions, and/or reach out to various UM resources for support.

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Left to right seated: Co-counsel Jasmine Yakabowich (runner-up) and Priya Dhillon (winner) Left to right standing: Trial “witnesses” Eric Matthews and Brannen McKenzie-Lefurgey (3Ls)

Faculty of Law News

Moot News: 2025 Solomon Greenberg Trial Moot kicks off law school competition season : Network News

December 3, 2025 —  The first moot of the 2025 – 2026 season was the renowned Solomon Greenberg trial moot competition. This year, the competition took place on November 22, 2025, at the Winnipeg Law Courts. Winner Priya Kaur Dhillon (3L) and runner-up Jasmine Yakabowich (3L) will go on to represent Manitoba at the MacIntyre (Western Canada) Cup to be hosted at Thompson Rivers University in Kamloops, British Columbia, from February 13-15, 2026.

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Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News

Western Producer: Why agriculture is Canada’s energy ace : Network News

December 3, 2025 —  Canada seems to have entered a new paradigm of energy consciousness.

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Law Students Maria Pepelassis (3L) and Donald Plant (2L) at the CAN-TECH 2025 Fall Conference.

Faculty of Law News

Engaging with Technology and Law in a Shifting Legal Landscape : Network News

December 3, 2025 —  On October 23 and 24, 2025, students from the Faculty of Law attended the Canadian Technology Law Association’s (CAN-TECH) 2025 Fall Conference in Toronto, Ontario. The theme of this year’s conference was “Grounded and Global: Empowering Canadian Tech Lawyers in a Shifting Legal Landscape”. Over the two days, the studentsMaria Pepelassis (3L) and Donald Plant (2L)observed vibrant and dynamic panels which explored a range of topics including intellectual property, artificial intelligence (AI), and data sovereignty.

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Students in a group studying in the Elizabeth Dafoe Library

Students News

Finding space to study : Network News

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.

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Top row from left: L. Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic Students Emily Trottier (2L), Travis Dech (3L), Gilad Stitz (3L), and David Jung (3L). Bottom row: Cole Hutchison (2L), Jessie Canard (3L), and Vanessa Smith (3L)

Faculty of Law News

Celebrating Indigenous Entrepreneurs : Network News

December 3, 2025 —  On November 6, 2025, law students from the L. Kerry Vickar Business Law Clinic, at the Faculty of Law, University of Manitoba attended the 19th Visionary Indigenous Business Excellence (VIBE) Awards, hosted by the Indigenous Business Education Partners (IBEP) at the Asper School of Business. Held at the Fort Garry Hotel, the VIBE Awards annually celebrates the remarkable achievements of Indigenous entrepreneurs, celebrating leaders whose work strengthens communities and inspires future generations.

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Students News

Exam basics: what every student should know before the exam period : Network News

December 3, 2025 —  Before you hit the books, consider the basic, practical steps you should take to prepare for any exam and take note of the University of Manitoba’s exam policies.

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Asper School of Business News

The 2025 Asper Holiday Gift Guide : Network News

December 3, 2025 —  Shoes like you’ve never seen. Bisons clothing that will have distant relatives calling to “borrow” it. Winnipeg’s best spots for unforgettable cuisine. What do they all have in common? They come from Asper alumni!

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Jared Salvador smiling in front of a vertical garden wall featuring the L’Oréal Canada logo.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

Pharmacy students explore industry careers at L’Oréal Canada : Network News

December 2, 2025 —  Jared Salvador and Gloria Lee, fourth-year students at University of Manitoba's College of Pharmacy, recently completed an experiential rotation at L’Oréal Canada.

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Faculty of Science News

CBC: What can you look out for when online banking? : UM in the News

December 2, 2025 —  Dr. Celine Latulipe, professor in the department of computer science at the University of Manitoba, joins CBC's Marcy Markusa to respond to the news of couple who experienced online banking fraud and her research into older adults using online banking.

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