Students News Archive
Extended Education
Access Program 2018 grads include Osama Jarkas, MD
June 4, 2018 —
“There’s no question Access was a big part of my success. It can be so easy to forget all the help you get along the way. They helped me so much.”- Osama Jarkas
2018 Governor General’s Gold Medal Recipient
June 4, 2018 —
Elizabeth Skoropata is this year’s recipient of the Governor General's Gold Medal
Sustainability
Commuter Challenge: Tips for Success
June 4, 2018 —
This week, commuters across Canada are signing up for Commuter Challenge 2018, a week-long event encouraging businesses, organizations, and individuals to ditch the car and choose more sustainable commuting options. The University of Manitoba is encouraging all staff, faculty, and students to participate this year. If you haven’t registered yet, there are a bunch of reasons to consider participating! All you have to do is consider biking, walking, bussing, or carpooling the week of June 3-9, logging your commute, and you will be entered to win some super awesome prizes!
Raising flags and inclusivity
May 29, 2018 —
Pride flag-raising ceremony marks the third year the Pride flag flies at the U of M
Giving new students a Head Start
May 23, 2018 —
On June 2, future University of Manitoba students, their parents and families are invited to visit the Fort Garry campus for Head Start, a half-day event designed to help them prepare for the first year of university by meeting faculty, staff and other students, exploring the campus and finding out about student services and supports.
139th Spring Convocation at the University of Manitoba
May 23, 2018 —
At its 2018 Spring Convocation, the University of Manitoba will confer degrees, diplomas and certificates on 2,836 graduates
What’s your advice for the class of 2018?
May 18, 2018 —
With Spring Convocation just around the corner, we’re looking to you – our experienced alumni – to give our graduates some advice as they start the next chapter of their lives
Share your ideas and input around key policies
May 16, 2018 —
A new website allows for feedback on the university’s Sexual Assault and Respectful Workplace and Learning Environment policies
Top 5 Convocation tips
May 15, 2018 —
To make the most of your day, here are five tips to maximize your experience
Extended Education
Access instructor Louise Olson honoured with Migizii Award
May 10, 2018 —
If you know a student who could benefit from the Access Program, encourage them to apply now. Application deadline is June 1.