UMSU referendum presentation at federation postponed
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) was unable to present its recent referendum results at the Canadian Federation of Students’ National General Meeting in…
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Province pauses performance-based funding plans
The provincial government has halted plans to implement a performance-based funding model for Manitoba’s post-secondary institutions. Last Tuesday’s throne speech did not mention the funding…
U of M community hosts Indigenous Students’ Month
For the past four years Indigenous Students’ Month has been celebrated at the U of M. This year, the University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU)…
UMSU board meeting update Nov. 17
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) held their biweekly board meeting on Thursday, Nov. 17. UMSU Holiday Hamper UMSU vice-president community engagement Elishia…
New committee offers Indigenous women safe transport
A women’s Indigenous action group has partnered with both Unicity Taxi and Duffy’s Taxi as well as the City of Winnipeg’s Vehicles for Hire program…
New changes made to Canadian student loans
Changes to Canada’s Student and Apprentice Loan programs were recently announced by the Government of Canada, including more flexible student loan repayment plans. Minister of…
Students still facing delays from MB Student Aid
Within the fall semester more than half over, some post-secondary students are still facing difficulties getting into contact with Manitoba Student Aid (MSA) or securing…
U of M sues multiple companies over building project
The University of Manitoba filed a lawsuit on Sept. 29 against several developers who consulted and worked on construction of the Smartpark Innovation Hub. The…
U of M offers career mentorship for Indigenous students
The University of Manitoba’s Career Services recently launched its Indigenous Career Mentorship Program (ICMP). The program provides the opportunity for Indigenous students to be paired…
U of M hosts student Career Month
Throughout November, University of Manitoba’s Career Services is hosting Career Month. There will be a combination of both in-person and virtual events exploring career-related issues,…