UMFA raises concerns over COVID-19 practices
The University of Manitoba Faculty Association (UMFA) continues to be concerned with the university’s health and safety practices surrounding SARS-CoV-2, the virus causing COVID-19. The…
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U of W faculty association pens letter to board about ‘state of governance’
The University of Winnipeg Faculty Association (UWFA) has sent a letter to the university’s board of regents, voicing concerns following an “inordinate number of resignations…
Explosive chemical found in Parker building
A “potentially unstable” chemical found in a storage closet of the Parker building sent Winnipeg Emergency Services to the University of Manitoba on Friday, June…
Manitoba government to increase student financial aid
To combat the cost-of-living crisis, the Manitoba government has announced an over 40 per cent increase to the maximum benefit of the Manitoba student loan…
U of M tuition to increase for 2023-24 academic year
Fleur Almeida came to Canada for her post-secondary education in order to have more opportunities career-wise and a better quality of life. Now, Almeida is…
Report set to protect Indigenous identity on campus
Indigenous identity is a personal journey for all who experience it. However, such identities can face exploitation through acts of fraud. Fraudulent identifications are a…
Micro-diplomas to focus on German lifestyle, mythology
For those interested in taking a diverse array of courses within the faculty of arts, but who do not have the available time commitment, the…
Continuing equity, diversity and inclusion at the U of M
Equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) continues to be a priority for the University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU). At the last board meeting, the union…
Expansions expected for multiple health sciences programs
To meet post-pandemic admission demands within the faculty of health sciences, the university is looking to expand numerous programs including undergraduate medical education, doctor of…
College of nursing expands to meet provincial demands
In order to meet the province’s demand for nurses, the college of nursing at the U of M is expanding, welcoming a third intake of…