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U of M to raise rent, meal plan fees
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The University of Manitoba’s board of governors recently approved a proposal that will increase rent for student residences and hike other ancillary fees for students living at the university.
Campus crime stats show thefts on the rise
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The monthly reports of the University of Manitoba’s security services show a significant number of thefts on campus, raising concerns among students, professors, and staff.
Recall petition against UMSU president gaining steam
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A petition to hold a referendum to remove University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) president Jeremiah Kopp from office has collected nearly half the signatures required to spark a recall vote.
UMFA, university administration set the bargaining table
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With the current faculty contract set to expire at the end of March, preparations are underway for the next round of collective bargaining between the University of Manitoba Faculty Association (UMFA) and University of...
NDP pledges to convert student loans to grants
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If re-elected April 19, the Manitoba NDP will offer non-repayable grants in place of student loans and provide free tuition to students in foster care up to age 25, leader Greg Selinger announced at...
Life after biofuel production
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When the Manitoban last talked to biosystems engineering professor David Levin, he was working on a project to create biofuels like ethanol and hydrogen from cellulose, a common carbohydrate found in plants.
While this mode...
Science briefs: insect updates
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In the world of insect science, some interesting news has surfaced regarding beekeepers using bees to create cannabis honey, the use of an app to help combat the Zika virus, and the fluid gender...
