UMSU notes
This past Thursday, UMSU held its bi-weekly council meeting in the UMSU Council Chambers. Of importance, the council heard from a possible candidate, Jason-Paul VanRooy,…
2009
More students willing to give carpooling a try
Although transportation energy consumption still remains an issue, it has led to an increased awareness of global warming and the importance of individual action. Carpooling…
Board of Governors notes
The University of Manitoba Board of Governors met on Nov. 17. The board welcomed new member Andy Bonar, who has taken the position of Graduate…
International news briefs
More universities than ever have international branches Universities are expanding their international reach by setting up campuses outside of their country, reported the University World…
Reform motion would make exiting CFS harder
TORONTO (CUP) — Debate is brewing within the Canadian Federation of Students over a motion to be presented at their upcoming semi-annual general meeting. The…
International student population continues to rise at U of M
According to the U of M Fall Term Enrolment Executive Summary, the international student population has seen an overall increase of 1.5 per cent, rising…
Breakthrough digital media research bring creative and scientific experts together
A new research group at the University of Manitoba spanning multiple faculties is exploring possibilities in digital media experimentation. The Experimental Media Research Group involves…
The University of Manitoba say no hiring freeze in the future
The University of Manitoba currently has a total of 66 academic vacancies in various faculties, primarily for assistant professors. Brad McKenzie, University of Manitoba Faculty…
Local Briefs
U of M, U of W partner on major Canadian homeless study The University of Manitoba and the University of Winnipeg have partnered together to…
International students don’t need to sweat over a D
International students at the University of Manitoba can now breathe a sign of relief, as they will no longer have their off-campus work permits revoked…