Getting to know your Bisons: Recent and past history of the eight Bison spectator sports
The University of Manitoba is a proud member of the Canada West conference, one of four major conferences that make up Canadian Interuniversity Sport (CIS),…
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Science groups on campus: W.I.S.E, Let’s Talk Science and the U of M Science students Association (SSA)
Many science-based, student-oriented campus community groups are eagerly awaiting a fresh inrush of new members! W.I.S.E. Kid-Netic Energy (Women in Science and Engineering) Where: Engineering…
UMSU has got your back: Take advantage of your students’ union
UMSU president Bilan Arte said that students often ask her what the role of a students’ union actually is. According to Arte, “a students’ union…
An incredibly brief history of the University of Manitoba: From creation to now, in the blink of an eye
So you’re an eager new university student bursting at the seams with a childlike sense of wonder and curiosity. By now you’ve been to your…
All About Asper: Student groups at the school of business
The largest student group stemming from the Asper School of Business is the Commerce Students’ Association (CSA), which includes all 1,600 students of the faculty….
Rubbing elbows with other artists students: Get involved with SOFA!
My experience in the School of Fine Art at the University of Manitoba was pretty dull until I got involved with the School of Fine…
Smooth Transitions: Advice for international students in Winnipeg
Joel Trenaman, coordinator for international student programs at the International Centre for Students (ICS), provides some tips for international students in his interview with the…
The International Centre for Students: Student exchange programs, international internships and more
The International Centre for Students (ICS) is probably well-known to international students, because it provides them with resources and services to help them in their…
Talking Points: Getting the conversation started with international students
A large part of university life is spent talking. For whatever reason though, talking can become a daunting task – if you’ve ever experienced public…
Volunteer with the ELC’s Language Partner’s program: Help an international student and learn some culture in return
Perhaps you have aspirations of becoming a teacher or a linguist? Maybe you want to work for the United Nations, or want a career on…