UM Today Archives

September 26, 2025 —  The expansion of the Port of Churchill raises concerns about increased marine traffic and noise disrupting beluga whale populations, as highlighted by Dr. Marianne Marcoux, Adjunct Professor, Biological Sciences of the University of Manitoba.

September 26, 2025 —  Big changes are coming to the CFL, and it won’t just impact the pros. From the Winnipeg Blue Bombers to the Manitoba Bisons, right down to high school, football in Manitoba is bracing for a whole new game.

September 25, 2025 —  For centuries, ice has covered Hudson Bay for most of the year. Now researchers at the University of Manitoba say climate change is melting the ice at an unprecedented rate, opening the door for more ships to pass through for longer periods throughout the year.

September 25, 2025 —  Residents of rural communities are raising concerns after the federal government announced Canada Post can end direct home deliveries. BC Today heard from a caller near Invermere, B.C., and University of Manitoba labour studies assistant professor Adam King, who both questioned how the change may limit mail access.

September 25, 2025 —  DFOM faculty breathe new life in a Schubert classic

September 25, 2025 —  Jordan Colliton, head coach of the University of Manitoba Bisons women’s hockey team, speaks with CBC's Marcy Markusa about building her program, developing players, and the rise of women’s hockey in Manitoba.

September 25, 2025 —  The Indigenous Career Mentor Program is an informational interviewing program that supports Indigenous students in gathering industry information. Indigenous mentors that meet with Indigenous students provide advice on how to navigate career opportunities and challenges, mentors may also share their personal experiences navigating their own career journeys.

September 25, 2025 —  Experiential learning is one of the most effective ways for students to connect classroom knowledge with practical opportunities in supportive professional environments. These opportunities let you put your learning into action, work on meaningful projects, and discover where your studies can take you next. Through Riipen, students can take part in experiential learning programs that allow them to apply their knowledge, strengthen their confidence, expand their networks, and explore career possibilities all while earning income for their work.

September 25, 2025 —  The University of Manitoba has once again partnered with BioTalent Canada, a national leader in training and workforce development, to give UM students FREE access to a suite of online Essential Skills for Career Success courses.  Employers across every field say the same thing: transferable social and emotional skills (SES) are among the top qualifications they want in new hires (Rose, 2024, p. 7). Skills like communication, collaboration, and problem solving often matter as much as your GPA. 

September 25, 2025 —  Rules and Regulations