Indigenous News Archive
Indigenous News
Gather, Learn, Belong: Indigenous Orientation Welcomes students to UM
August 21, 2025 —
Indigenous Orientation 2025 invites new and returning students, staff and faculty to gather at Migizii Agamik – Bald Eagle Lodge on September 10 for a day of culture, connection, and community. From cultural activities and games to wellness supports, live entertainment, and a free lunch, the event offers a vibrant welcome to UM’s Indigenous campus community.
August 21, 2025 —
Indigenous Orientation 2025 invites new and returning students, staff and faculty to gather at Migizii Agamik – Bald Eagle Lodge on September 10 for a day of culture, connection, and community. From cultural activities and games to wellness supports, live entertainment, and a free lunch, the event offers a vibrant welcome to UM’s Indigenous campus community.
Indigenous News
When murals speak: Indigenous art on campus
August 14, 2025 —
Indigenous artists offer connection, share stories and spark conversation through art
August 14, 2025 —
Indigenous artists offer connection, share stories and spark conversation through art
Asper School of Business News
2025 VIBE Award Recipients announced, honouring outstanding Indigenous entrepreneurs
August 14, 2025 —
This year’s VIBE Awards take place November 6, 2025. The two recipients are Cody Gonsalves of Purposeful Movements Ltd. and E. Oliver Owen of Amik Aviation.
August 14, 2025 —
This year’s VIBE Awards take place November 6, 2025. The two recipients are Cody Gonsalves of Purposeful Movements Ltd. and E. Oliver Owen of Amik Aviation.
Bright futures begin here: UM welcomes 2025 BMO Leaders of Tomorrow scholarship recipients
June 24, 2025 —
Meet some of the top high school grads who will will soon be stepping onto the UM campus
June 24, 2025 —
Meet some of the top high school grads who will will soon be stepping onto the UM campus
Indigenous News
CBC Manitoba: Honoring Indigenous Leadership at the U of M
June 23, 2025 —
Honoring Indigenous Leadership at the U of M
June 23, 2025 —
Honoring Indigenous Leadership at the U of M
Provost and Vice-President (Academic) News
Strategic Support Fund initiatives drive progress on UM’s shared goals
June 20, 2025 —
As UM moves forward with implementing MomentUM: Leading Change Together, Strategic Plan 2024-2029, innovative projects supported through the Strategic Initiatives Support Fund (SISF) are bringing the plan’s vision to life. With the 2024–2025 funding cycle concluding, several impactful initiatives have successfully wrapped up, while a new round of funding recipients have just been announced. Learn about three projects that illustrate the kind of transformative work that is taking place at UM..
June 20, 2025 —
As UM moves forward with implementing MomentUM: Leading Change Together, Strategic Plan 2024-2029, innovative projects supported through the Strategic Initiatives Support Fund (SISF) are bringing the plan’s vision to life. With the 2024–2025 funding cycle concluding, several impactful initiatives have successfully wrapped up, while a new round of funding recipients have just been announced. Learn about three projects that illustrate the kind of transformative work that is taking place at UM..
Alumni News
Meet the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient for Outstanding Young Alumni
June 17, 2025 —
Tréchelle Bunn’s journey at UM showcases her academic excellence and community dedication.
Meet the 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award recipient for Outstanding Young Alumni
June 17, 2025 —
Tréchelle Bunn’s journey at UM showcases her academic excellence and community dedication.
Indigenous News
Celebrating Indigenous Excellence: Honouring the Indigenous Campus Community 2025
June 12, 2025 —
Ten members of the Indigenous campus community at UM are being recognized this National Indigenous Peoples Day for leading transformational change and weaving Indigenous knowledges into all they do.
June 12, 2025 —
Ten members of the Indigenous campus community at UM are being recognized this National Indigenous Peoples Day for leading transformational change and weaving Indigenous knowledges into all they do.
Indigenous News
Reclaiming sacred space, expanding the circle
June 10, 2025 —
Nestled behind Migizii Agamik — Bald Eagle Lodge is reclaimed land that has been carefully transformed into a sacred and special space, expanding the circle on the UM Fort Garry Campus.
June 10, 2025 —
Nestled behind Migizii Agamik — Bald Eagle Lodge is reclaimed land that has been carefully transformed into a sacred and special space, expanding the circle on the UM Fort Garry Campus.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News
First Nations partner with UM to “grow our own” rehabilitation specialists starting in junior high
June 2, 2025 —
Nearly 200 people turned out to Oscar Lathlin Collegiate in Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) on May 26 for the launch of a new initiative between the College of Rehabilitation Sciences and nine First Nations communities in Manitoba, supported by the University of Manitoba’s innovative partnership with the Mastercard Foundation.
June 2, 2025 —
Nearly 200 people turned out to Oscar Lathlin Collegiate in Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN) on May 26 for the launch of a new initiative between the College of Rehabilitation Sciences and nine First Nations communities in Manitoba, supported by the University of Manitoba’s innovative partnership with the Mastercard Foundation.