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Dr. Amine Choukou looks into an open drawer in the smart suite kitchen.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

New futuristic ‘smart suite’ places UM at forefront of innovative research and learning

September 16, 2022 — 
A new high-tech “smart suite” model apartment, developed by the College of Rehabilitation Sciences, opened Sept. 14 at Health Sciences Centre.

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Peter Nickerson in a suit in front of windows

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

Get to know the new dean of the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences

September 16, 2022 — 
On September 1, Dr. Peter Nickerson, a prominent physician and researcher in the field of organ transplantation, began his role as dean of the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences and dean of the Max Rady College of Medicine, as well as vice-provost (health sciences). We chatted with Dr. Nickerson about his plans for the future, his first job in health care, and his travel through northern Canada.

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Rady Faculty of Health Sciences dean Peter Nickerson speaks at a media conference.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

Investment to increase class size for respiratory therapy

September 15, 2022 — 
The respiratory therapy program at the College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences will see a 20 per cent increase in its class size starting this fall to address a projected shortage of respiratory therapists in Manitoba.

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On Sept. 13, 15 students and early career professionals pitched their grand idea with the potential to change the world at the University of Manitoba’s first Falling Walls Lab event.

Research and International News

Introducing the winner of UM’s first Falling Walls Lab

September 15, 2022 — 
Fifteen students and early career professionals pitched their grand idea with the potential to change the world at UM's first Falling Walls Lab event

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UM President Michael Benarroch and Vice-President (Research and International) Digvir S. Jayas at the unveiling of the bust of Dr. Plummer on Sept. 8, 2022.

Celebrating world-renowned infectious disease researcher Dr. Francis Plummer

September 13, 2022 — 
New bust added to Innovation Plaza in honour of UM researcher

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Faculty members help two dental hygiene students to don white coats at Opening Assembly.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

Students from diverse backgrounds embark on dentistry, dental hygiene journeys  

September 13, 2022 — 
On Sept. 8, new students in dentistry and dental hygiene took part in Opening Assembly on the Bannatyne campus. They were ceremonially cloaked in white coats and recited the Community Code.

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Compilation image of the 2021 recipients of the Nahlah Ayed Prize.

Students News

Introducing the 2021 Nahlah Ayed Prize for Student Leadership and Global Citizenship recipients

September 12, 2022 — 
UM students recognized for their efforts in bridging cross-cultural gaps, both locally and globally

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

New Master of Physician Assistant Studies students welcomed at UM

September 12, 2022 — 
Fifteen students in the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences received stethoscopes on Friday, September 2 as part of  an inaugural ceremony signaling the beginning of their Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS.)

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Profiles of Cheryl Poth and Elizabeth Creamer.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

Nursing research symposium returns virtually

September 12, 2022 — 
The Helen Glass Research Symposium, presented by the College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, returns September 26 and 28 in a virtual setting, with a focus on mixed methods research.

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Portrait of alumna Elizabeth Stoesz seated at her desk.

Rady Faculty of Health Sciences News

Occupational therapy alumna finds rewards in counselling youth

September 10, 2022 — 
Grad discovers her occupational therapist skill set prepares her for positions beyond traditional OT roles

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