Islam Awareness Week comes to the U of M
“Breaking stereotypes” was the theme of last week’s Islam Awareness Week activities at the U of M.
student groups
ASBC to vote on safety policies, mission statements
The Arts Student Body Council (ASBC) is developing safe environment policies for arts students. Three motions have been brought to the ASBC in the past…
UMSU, ASBC advance motions on pro-life groups
UMSU and the Arts Student Body Council (ASBC) both put forward motions last week opposing “coercion” by groups on campus concerning reproductive choices. The motions…
Composting project rolls out on Fort Garry campus
The Arts Student Body Council (ASBC) began rolling out a composting pilot program Oct. 15. Compost bins have been placed throughout the Fletcher Argue, Isbister…
Student group swing dancing into the new year
The University of Manitoba Swing Dance Club (UMSwing) is currently offering eight-week swing dance lessons starting Feb. 6. The student group programs lessons for four…
MSA’s Bandaids for the Soul sheds light on mental illness in the Muslim community
The Muslim Student Association (MSA) is hosting regular gatherings called Bandaids for the Soul at the U of M Fort Garry campus. The program is…
UM ecoMotion preparing for April competition
UM ecoMotion – a design team of over 50 engineering students – is designing and building an efficient, battery-powered vehicle that will compete in the…
Chester elected ASBC UMSU rep, referendum fails
The Arts Student Body Council (ASBC) held a byelection Oct. 26 and 27 to fill a vacant position for ASBC University of Manitoba Students’ Union…
Muslim Student Association fundraises for Rohingya refugees
The University of Manitoba Muslim Student Association (MSA) raised $2,000 in donations last week in support of Myanmar’s Rohingya minority. The funds will be donated…
Arts Student Body Council hosts Valentine’s Day campaign to combat domestic violence
The University of Manitoba’s Arts Student Body Council (ASBC) is lifting the veil on domestic violence for Valentine’s Day. On Tuesday, the ASBC is partnering…