Faith and identity take focus at UMMSA conference
The U of M Muslim Students’ Association (MSA) held its 35th annual conference from Nov. 14-16, bringing together students and community members for a series…
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UMSU board meeting highlights
This week’s UMSU board of directors meeting was brief but packed with updates for students. UMSU shared ongoing developments in its federal advocacy efforts. On…
UMSU VP external ousted, now what?
Since the removal of Jared Ramos Murphy from the position of UMS U vice president external affairs, it has been all quiet on the UMSU…
UMSU and UWSU rally against provincial government for international student healthcare
Students and community members gathered outside of the Manitoba Legislative Building on Oct. 30 to call on the provincial government to reinstate healthcare coverage for…
U of M Indigenous studies celebrates jubilee anniversary
The U of M’s department of Indigenous studies celebrated its 50th anniversary on Oct. 15 at Marshall McLuhan Hall. The event brought together faculty, alumni…
Islamic Heritage Month in Manitoba
The month of October marks Islamic Heritage Month (IHM) in Manitoba, a time to recognize the history, culture and contributions of Muslims across the province….
UMSU CARE dodgeball tournament promotes accessibility and inclusion
In an effort to revitalize campus representation, UMSU’s Center for Accessibility Resources and Empowerment (CARE) hosted an inclusive dodgeball tournament at the Frank Kennedy Center…
The ‘Toban takes on Nuit Blanche
Boris Tsun Hang Leung, arts and culture editor On Sept. 27, Winnipeg hosted Nuit Blanche, the city’s annual late-night art festival. From 6 p.m. till…
UMAGSA hosts orientation
The U of M’s African Graduate Students Association (UMAGSA) has launched the new academic year by hosting a specialized orientation. This event was designed to…
Social work students decry proposed loss of lounge
A proposal to repurpose a dedicated student lounge in the U of M’s social work faculty has sparked significant concern and organized pushback from students…