UM Professor named Scientific Director of CIHR Institute of Infection and Immunity. Dr. Keith Fowke from the Max Rady College of Medicine has been appointed for a four-year term, effective July 1, 2026. Read more: umtoday.ca/stories/um-p...

Dr. Silvia Cardona from the department of microbiology and Dr. John Sorensen from the department of chemistry are working together to uncover a biotech solution that is effective against a key honeybee pathogen with no existing cure. Watch their full video interview at youtu.be/1q1eJyFR7c8?...

What if your home could support healthy aging? Join UM Knowledge Exchange: Smart Home Adaptations for Healthy Aging on May 20, as researchers discuss how technology can improve independence for people with disabilities and the aging population. Register at www.eventbrite.ca/e/um-knowled...

UM researchers partner with Taumedis to develop breakthrough cancer imaging technology. New imaging technology could address longstanding challenges with early breast cancer detection. Read more on UM Today: umtoday.ca/stories/um-r...

How are Manitoba researchers improving access and precision in cancer care? Join the discussion this Daffodil Month with UM Knowledge Exchange, live at Degree’s Diner and online livestream, Wednesday, April 29, 7 pm-8:30 pm (CDT). Register here: www.eventbrite.ca/e/um-knowled...

Attention Alumni! Join us for UM Alumni Night at the Winnipeg Sea Bears game on May 22 at 7 PM. Enjoy a 20% discount on regular-priced tickets as the Sea Bears compete against the defending back-to-back CEBL Champions, the Niagara River Lions. Visit www.gofevo.com/event/Univer... for tickets.

In 1991, Shannon McDonald [BA/94, MD/98] was working at a Winnipeg grocery store when she made the life-changing decision to pursue a medical degree. At 33 years old, that leap led to a remarkable career advancing Indigenous health across Canada. Read her story at umtoday.ca/stories/rela...

TEDx Winnipeg returns to UM for the second time, bringing bold thinkers together this May. Three of this year's speakers explore how their work at UM connects to their talks and how Manitoba's university serves as an incubator for big ideas. Read the story at umtoday.ca/stories/wher...

Join UM experts as they explore how discoveries in the microscopic world are advancing viral defense, combating antibiotic resistance, and addressing environmental contamination. Reserve your spot for the UM Knowledge Exchange on March 25: umanitoba.ca/research/kno...

We’re excited to be named one of Manitoba’s Top Employers for 2026! This recognition reflects the incredible community we’re building together – one fueled by innovation, collaboration and a deep sense of community. Join us in celebrating and discover more: reviews.canadastop100.com/top-employer...

Meet the recipients of the 67th Distinguished Alumni Awards, presented by TD Insurance! From community initiatives to global impact, these alumni exemplify the legacy of Bison excellence. Learn more about our outstanding UM alumni on UM Today: umtoday.ca/stories/2026...

How are researchers preparing for potential human habitation on Mars? Join the discussion with UM Knowledge Exchange on February 25. Dr. Phil Ferguson from the Price Faculty of Engineering, and a panel of experts, explore the possibility of life on Mars. www.eventbrite.ca/e/um-knowled...

Kathleen BlueSky describes herself as “a helper.” When the opportunity arose to lead Canada’s largest urban reserve development, it was clear to BlueSky [MBA/2015] how she could contribute. Read more in UM Today: umtoday.ca/stories/biso...

As Bisons athletes prepare for this week's Duckworth Challenge, we want to highlight the team that supports every UM student-athlete's success: the Bisons Integrated Support Team (BIST). Read more: umtoday.ca/stories/it-t...

Beyond campus apparel, the Mondetta x UM and Mondetta x Bisons collections were designed to be keepsakes. The collections focus on rich materials, layered craftsmanship and lasting quality. Learn more behind the design: umtoday.ca/stories/craf...

UM researcher Dr. Dylan MacKay is leading a new national project investigating whether medications like tirzepatide could help some people with type 2 diabetes reach remission, meaning blood sugar levels return to normal without ongoing diabetes medication. Learn more: umtoday.ca/stories/coul...

Today we launched Building Bold: UM’s Capital Plan for People, Place and Possibility. If you missed the announcement this morning, you still have a chance to explore a temporary digital display bringing the plan to life. Learn more: umtoday.ca/stories/come...

Here’s some sunshine over the John A. Russell Building to brighten this Blue Monday. #UManitoba

From smelly hockey gear to safer surgeries. The same bacteria that cause odours in hockey socks and football pads are part of a much bigger challenge - keeping harmful microbes away from vulnerable patients in hospitals. This is where UM’s Dr. Song Liu can help: umtoday.ca/stories/inno...

Tréchelle Bunn, a third-year law student, has had an extraordinary year. From advancing Truth and Reconciliation, speaking before the United Nations Human Rights Council for Indigenous Peoples, to becoming the youngest and first female Chief of her First Nation. news.umanitoba.ca/trechelle-bu...

Being a UM alumni has its perks! Enjoy exclusive discounts on Callia Flowers, Winnipeg Jets tickets, Broadway Across Canada shows, Manitoba Museum memberships, and much more. Discover all of our UM alumni partners and start saving today: umanitoba.ca/community/al... #UManitoba #UMAlumni

Daniel Eng’s journey at the Asper School of Business shows what’s possible when students are encouraged to explore beyond textbooks. Driven to seek new experiences, this Bachelor of Commerce student took full advantage of Asper’s hands-on learning opportunities: news.umanitoba.ca/staying-a-bu...

For more than 50 years, Manitoba Pork has invested in the next generation of agricultural and food sciences leaders. With more than $2.2 million in support, they've helped connect classroom learning to real-world experience, fueling student confidence, research & community impact: brnw.ch/21wYU2Y

Welcome to 2026, Bisons! All UM buildings are open again and ready to tackle the winter term. You totally got this. 🦬🤘 #UManitoba

The staff at UM Libraries are sharing their favourite comfort reads to help you unwind during the Winter Holiday break. Whether you enjoy fantasy, mystery, or something cozy and funny, there’s a book for everyone. Check out their recommendations on UM Today: news.umanitoba.ca/10-holiday-r...

Fresh produce is scarce at Opaskwayak Cree Nation (OCN), where nearly half of the adult population lives with diabetes and hypertension. UM nutrition scientist Miyoung Suh is working with the community to grow nutrient-rich greens that could make a difference: news.umanitoba.ca/what-does-it...

UM researchers have helped achieve a scientific milestone by fully mapping the oat genome. The research ensures that genome-driven breeding can now directly target traits vital to Canadian farmers and help keep Manitoba a leader in high-quality oat production. news.umanitoba.ca/scientists-m...

Jared Salvador and Gloria Lee, fourth-year students at the University of Manitoba's College of Pharmacy, recently completed an experiential rotation at L'Oréal Canada in Montreal. news.umanitoba.ca/pharmacy-stu... @umanitoba.bsky.social

Looking to grow your early talent pipeline? UM's Career Fair this January is a prime opportunity to meet thousands of motivated students from a wide range of programs and disciplines over two days. Explore exhibitor benefits and registration packages: umanitoba.ca/career-servi...

UM has recorded the highest not-for-profit research funding in its history and major increases in corporate partnerships. Read more: news.umanitoba.ca/um-leads-can...

Today is Giving Tuesday. Your gift will be matched, doubling your impact for UM students when they need it most. More than 600 students visit the UM Food Bank each month, relying on this service to help put food on the table. Donate today: umanitoba.ca/financial-ai...

A bold idea, backed by UM donors, is taking on one of the most entrenched and pernicious problems in our society: hate speech and antisemitism. Read more on UM Today: news.umanitoba.ca/winograd-ini...

Insurance and investment products that could fit your needs—and your budget. UM students, staff and alumni can enjoy free educational webinars and savings on a range of products with TD Insurance and TD Direct Investing. Register today: event.on24.com/eventRegistr...

Experts at a recent UM symposium stated that women’s health continues to be negatively affected by the fact that most medical research is conducted on men. "We know more about the surface of Mars than we do about women's brain health." Read more: news.umanitoba.ca/women-must-b...

When students Devon and Naim struggled to find a graduate supervisor, they built their own solution. Through coaching from UM’s entrepreneurial ecosystem, their idea became reality, and they discovered the support available on campus for emerging innovators: news.umanitoba.ca/from-idea-to...

Take Our Kids to Work Day at the University of Manitoba Bannatyne campus on November 5 brought 50 Grade 9 students together to explore future health professions and the biomedical sciences through hands-on activities. Read more: news.umanitoba.ca/grade-9-stud... @umanitoba.bsky.social

What will vaccines of the future look like? UM professor Peter Pelka and his team are working to develop a flexible platform that could turn an emerging virus threat into a vaccine in as little as 100 days. Where most people see challenges, Bisons see solutions: news.umanitoba.ca/what-will-va...

More than 150 students shared their research findings and scholarly work at this year's Undergraduate Research Showcase, setting a new record for participants for the third year in a row. Read more about this year's winners on UM Today: news.umanitoba.ca/student-rese...

UM is proud to announce a transformative $5.4 million gift from Drs. Wayne [BSc(ME)/80, LLD/23] and Eleanor Chiu to establish the Chiu Centre for Business Serving Community, a visionary initiative housed in the Asper School of Business. Read more on UM Today: news.umanitoba.ca/business-tha...

In the latest episode of the What’s the Big Idea? podcast, Bruno Dyck, professor at the Asper School of Business, challenges the status quo, urging a shift towards business models that prioritize society and the environment over profit. Listen now: umanitoba.ca/community/wh...

Across Canada, Indigenous nations are driving transformative change. At UM, a live panel brings together leaders to explore what true economic Reconciliation demands in practice and how Manitoba can lead the way. Reserve your free tickets today: show.ps/l/d4d4e6b8/

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Thirty-one pharmacy students from the second-, third- and fourth-year classes at the University of Manitoba's College of Pharmacy were recognized for their academic achievements at the college's annual Academic Awards Ceremony. news.umanitoba.ca/pharmacy-stu... @umanitoba.bsky.social

When HIV spread through rural India in the 1990s, Dr. James Blanchard [BSc(Med)/86, MD/86] saw firsthand how local communities, when empowered, can drive meaningful, lasting change. Dr. Blanchard shares his journey in global public health on UM Today: news.umanitoba.ca/it-takes-a-v...

We know that exposure to cigarette smoke in the womb increases a person’s risk of lung diseases. Jaypee Aguilar, who received funding from @researchmb.bsky.social, asked the research question, “How does the mom’s smoking get relayed to the developing child? #MedSky

How Will Connectivity Change Life in the North? Phil Ferguson leads UM’s Space Technology and Advanced Research (STAR) Lab, where he works with northern communities to co-develop aerospace solutions—from satellites to drones—to keep people connected. Read more: news.umanitoba.ca/how-will-con...

Eighty years ago today, the UN Charter came into force, marking a global commitment to peace, cooperation, and human rights. At the J.W. Dafoe Political Studies Students’ Conference, Canadian and UM experts reflected on what that legacy means today: news.umanitoba.ca/how-to-build...

After battling Hodgkin's lymphoma three times, Joshua Chuwang-Kwa is graduating with a Bachelor of Science degree in Computer Science. This achievement is a testament to his resilience, hope, and perseverance. Watch his journey and the support that helped him succeed: www.youtube.com/watch?v=t3qX...

The College of Nursing welcomed 97 new nurses to the profession this week. The college also saw 28 students from its graduate programs cross the convocation stage. #Umanitoba2025, #UmanAlumni, #Umanitoba, #UMStudent news.umanitoba.ca/new-nurses-r...

While working as a bedside nurse in the NICU, nursing alum Ashley Bell saw that some 2SLGBTQIA+ families were not receiving the same level of care as other families. Ashley to return to UM to pursue a master's degree with a thesis on this. Read about her research: news.umanitoba.ca/nursing-grad...