UM Today Archives

August 28, 2023 —  Obtaining clerkships after graduation has been rare for UM Law students recently, but the Federal Courts and Career Development staff at Robson Hall hope more Manitoba students will take note of the invaluable opportunity and apply.

August 28, 2023 —  As a member of the International Centre for Academic Integrity, UM takes copyright matters very seriously, for both students and faculty. Usage of copyrighted materials can be tricky at times, which is why the UM Copyright Office holds information sessions every fall.

August 28, 2023 —  The University of Manitoba Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP) is now called TELUS Health One after TELUS acquired LifeWorks in late 2022. Little else will change during the transition, with EFAP services and benefits remaining the same for UM employees.

August 28, 2023 —  Special funding opportunity targeted short-term projects that address immediate needs related to UM’s strategic mission.

August 28, 2023 —  A recent analysis led by University of Manitoba researchers of all relevant published studies reveals a lack of evidence to determine the dosing, safety and efficacy of medical marijuana or cannabis-containing products for managing symptoms experienced by children with cancer. The analysis is published by Wiley online in CANCER, a peer-reviewed journal of the American Cancer Society.

August 25, 2023 —  As the start of the Fall Term approaches, now is a good time to get your Student ID card!

August 25, 2023 —  On September 7th, St John's college student council (SJCSA) will host their annual Jumpstart event to launch the 2023/24 academic year.

August 25, 2023 —  A group of students from the President's Student Leadership Program at the Asper Schools of Business are running a donation drive for Siloam Mission. The leadership program encourages students to hone their leadership skills by connecting with organizations to address a community need.

August 25, 2023 —  The dairy-free alternative BDI sells is brand new. It’s likely the first Canadian ice cream shop to create a lupin-based frozen dessert, tying itself to a blossoming industry.

August 24, 2023 —  This year’s new medical students at UM have lived through the struggles of a pandemic. But they still show a passionate drive to care for others, a prominent Manitoba physician said at the students’ official welcome ceremony on Aug. 23.