UM Today Archives

April 1, 2024 —  CTV Winnipeg: 'These languages are endangered': Expert weighs in on Indigenous Languages Day

April 1, 2024 —  As of April 1, 2024, University of Manitoba benefits plan members can enjoy expanded benefits coverage, with significant enhancements for both full-time and part-time employees.

April 1, 2024 —  The mural aims to address the need for greater public knowledge about 2SLGBTQ+ history in Canada.

April 1, 2024 —  Dr. Laura Bowler is the first person to hold the position of data equity specialist at the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy (MCHP), a research unit in the Max Rady College of Medicine.

April 1, 2024 —  The VIP Evolution project is a multi-year project, with dedicated resources from Information Services and Technology (IST), Human Resources and Payroll, led by a project board of leaders from across the UM community. The project’s focus is leveraging VIP functionality, reducing risk, and improving the user and employee experience.

April 1, 2024 —  Asper students Joshua Peterson, Tyler Roslinsky, Taylor Bially and Sanjana Sabu won first prize at the Alberta Not-for-Profit’s External Case Competition this February, bringing home a $1,500 cash prize, which they donated back to the not-for-profit organization that helped them prepare for the competition.

April 1, 2024 —  The Bastarache Moot was recently held at the University of Ottawa from March 22 to March 24, 2024. This French-language moot recognizing the Honourable Michel Bastarache, a former justice of the Supreme Court of Canada, has been held annually since 2019. Brent Tichon (2L) was recognized as the 4th best mooter for his oral arguments during the competition (4e meilleur plaideur).

April 1, 2024 —  A new program aims to connect caregivers of adults within the UM community with students offering support through companionship services. The Adult Companionship Services (ACS) Directory, launched by Family Resources in collaboration with the Centre on Aging and the UM Age-friendly University Committee, will serve as a centralized hub to locate companionship service providers and post job opportunities.

April 1, 2024 —  Master of Landscape Architecture student receive national awards!

March 31, 2024 —  Applications for the University of Manitoba Employees Scholarship, available to the spouse or dependent children of UM employees or retired former employees, are now open. Apply now!