‘Whose lands are being inundated for my convenience?’
On Oct. 21, people from all over Canada tuned in to attend a free Zoom seminar as part of the U of M’s Native Studies…
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Former UMSU mental health week lengthened due to COVID-19
This week, UMSU continues its mental health month with a workshop entitled Spiritual Wellness for Future Educators, hosted by Elder-in-Residence Wanda Joy Murdock. They are…
UMSU to scrap slate system as part of ongoing changes
During the Oct. 8 UMSU meeting, the board of directors voted overwhelmingly in favour of a motion that signals the abolition of slates from UMSU…
U of M-designed tech acquired by ag equipment giant
As of last month, 151 Research, a company that sparked from technology developed in a U of M electrical engineering lab, was acquired by AGCO…
Changes made to sexual violence awareness course
The U of M released its revamped sexual violence awareness course to U of M community members in August. The course was initially released to…
Student accessibility services adapt to remote learning
The importance of accessibility remains a priority for those at Student Accessibility Services (SAS), even amid the COVID-19 pandemic. With the U of M deciding…
Award to honour ‘advocate’ nears goal
Earlier this year, Ukraine International Airlines Flight PS752 was shot down minutes after takeoff, ending the lives of 176 passengers and crew. Among those passengers…
Provincial throne speech recalls mandate letter
The Manitoba government laid out its agenda for the third session of the 42nd legislative assembly in the speech from the throne delivered at the…
Security services launches U of M campus safety app
Earlier this fall, the U of M’s security services launched a free app for mobile devices that, according to security services director Rick Jansen, is…
LGBTTQ* discussion sheds light on pandemic struggles
In a time where people are instructed to stay at home, isolation can have an impact on an individual’s mental health. On Oct. 7, students,…