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Figure 1 Tycho’s supernova remnant in a molecular cloud bubble. Grey: molecular gas traced by carbon monoxide emission observed with IRAM 30m telescope (credit: P. Zhou); color: X-ray emission observed with the Chandra X-ray Observatory (credit: NASA/CXC/Rutgers/J.Warren & J.Hughes et al.)

Expanding molecular bubble unveils the mysterious origin of Tycho’s supernova

July 19, 2016 — 
A team of international scientists has determined the origin of a famous cosmic 'mileage marker'

Associate Professor Neil McArthur created the Fringe show called Let Me Freeze Your Head.

Head to the Fringe

July 14, 2016 — 
Associate Professor Neil McArthur got the idea for his Fringe Fest show after a trip to Los Angeles. He had an opportunity to meet with people who were leaders in the cryonics movement

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J. M. W. Turner's representation of the mass murder of slaves, inspired by the Zong killings

Professor finds and publishes lost 233-year-old letter condemning slave massacre

July 14, 2016 — 
For 233 years the true sentiments of Britain's leading abolitionist were lost, until a University of Manitoba professor accidentally came across them in the British Library

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Construction notice: Resurfacing work at University Stadium for Canada Summer Games

July 13, 2016 — 
Please be advised that phase 2 has commenced for the track resurfacing project at the University Stadium in preparation for the 2017 Canada Summer Games

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The University is embarking upon a process to review its budget model

July 12, 2016 — 
Steering Committee will lead this important work

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Mini U & Extended Education welcome Syrian refugees

July 8, 2016 — 
Approximately 30 Syrian refugees currently living in Winnipeg will be spending July 11-22 at the U of M

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St. Paul’s College book fares well at International Book Awards

July 8, 2016 — 
Honoured as a “Finalist”

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Libraries

U of M student first to win international bursary

July 8, 2016 — 
Ryan Courchene is the first Canadian recipient of the bursary and only the second from North America.

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Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management

Students living with disabilities needed for active living research study

July 8, 2016 — 
A Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management led research study has its sights set on making active living accessible for everyone. But it needs your help.

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Photo from Creative Commons.

Information Services and Technology

Protect your personal and University-related information while travelling

July 6, 2016 — 
Electronic devices, such as laptops, tablets, and smartphones, are popular targets for data theft.

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