A move to address intercultural issues in education
With the growing numbers of international and aboriginal students at the University of Manitoba, the demographics in the learning environment are changing. In order to…
Shuja Safavi
Indigenous Connect highlights U of M’s aboriginal community
In an effort to stay better connected with aboriginal students and staff, the University of Manitoba has launched a new web portal called Indigenous…
New pub opening delayed
Due to the late approval of The Hub’s construction permit from the City of Winnipeg, students will have to wait a little longer for the highly anticipated opening of the new campus pub
UMSU notes
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) council met on Dec. 1. The meeting began with a presentation by Michael Safiniuk, the successful candidate for…
To cheat or not to cheat, that is the question
Every student at the University of Manitoba should be able to recall receiving a first day lecture from each professor about the university’s policy on…
10th annual elders gathering promotes aboriginal teachings
Aboriginal community leaders and elders were brought together at the 10th annual Elders and Traditional Teachers Gathering to share their knowledge. Elders in First Nations…
Alternative Reading Week to focus on Winnipeg
Hoping to highlight societal issues currently facing Winnipeg, Alternative Reading Week Winnipeg will take place from February 21-24, 2012. Previously, the University of Manitoba Students’…
UMSU notes
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) met on Nov. 17. The meeting began with a presentation by Maire McDermott and John Sinclair from University…
The Hub may have cover charge
As opening of The Hub is getting closer, some students are concerned there may be a cover charge to enjoy the new campus pub. During…
Bringing people together
Located in Kenora, Ont., the Common Ground Research Forum (CGRF) is silently helping build connection between municipal and First Nations leaders to expand cross-cultural collaboration…