Fire Weather sparks discussion on wildfires and climate
In May 2016, a system of wildfires broke out in Northern Alberta and ravaged the city of Fort McMurray, and in just one afternoon, around…
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Teenager assaulted with bear spray on campus
An 18-year-old male was assaulted with bear spray and robbed of personal property on Oct. 22 at the Fort Garry campus. In a media release…
Parking fines increased and expanded on campus
The U of M’s board of governors approved revised parking regulations during their Oct. 15 meeting, effective immediately. The new parking regulations include fine increases…
Recognizing contributions with two honorary degrees
The U of M will award two honorary degrees during its fall convocation ceremony, recognizing the achievements of David T. Barnard, president emeritus, and Walter…
UMSU holds strategic planning consultation
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) held a strategic planning consultation at its board of directors meeting on Oct. 17 at the UMSU council…
Symphony orchestra presents Along the River Elbe
The Elbe river runs from the Czech Republic to Northern Germany, connecting major cities such as Berlin and Prague, and is one of Europe’s most…
Federal government launches Canada Water Agency
The federal government launched the Canada Water Agency at the Forks Historic Port — situated at the junction of the Red and Assiniboine Rivers —…
Gates grant totaling US$12.5M boosts health research
The U of M has received US$12.5 million in funding from the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation to support research through the Institute for Global…
Department of religion holds social events for students
Nearly 4,000 students are enrolled in undergraduate studies in the U of M’s faculty of arts, which is home to more than 40 departments, including…
Vigils held back-to-back on campus
Students for Justice in Palestine (SJP) held a vigil on campus on Oct. 8 to honour Palestinian lives lost and to raise awareness of the…