On January 27, 2012, the University of Manitoba will be officially opening and showcasing two newly renovated facilities for students and researchers in the Faculty of Science.
Joining University president and vice-chancellor David Barnard for the
opening will be: Premier Greg Selinger; Minister of Public Safety Vic Toews; Erin Selby, Manitoba Minister of Advanced Education and Literacy; […]

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On Thursday, January 26, 2012, the University of Manitoba chapter of Engineers Without Borders will host a talk by Jonathan Beddoes, dean of Engineering. His presentation will be titled: “As An Engineer: What Will You Do To Improve Society?”
Given the growing complexities of the engineering profession in the world today, professionals and industry leaders are […]

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MP Rod Bruinooge will join David Barnard, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Manitoba, and Jane Watkinson, dean of the Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management at the opening of a new state-of-the-art fitness facility.
What: Theraband “ribbon” cutting to open new fitness facility
When: Friday, December 9, 2011, at 12:30 p.m.
Where: Circuit Training Centre, Third […]

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Northern communities, such as Attawapiskat, have unique demands and University of Manitoba researchers have long been focused on how to improve quality of life and the delivery of essential services to northern and remote communities.
• Shirley Thompson, Natural Resources Institute. She investigates how the delivery of essential services, including drinking water, housing, waste water treatment and […]

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On November 9, 2011, a special “open house” will showcase University of Manitoba new buildings and renovation projects funded by the federal and provincial governments through the Knowledge Infrastructure Program (KIP).
The Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada (AUCC) is celebrating with universities across Canada in a special day, nationally titled Open Doors, Open Knowledge, […]

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More than two dozen University of Manitoba researchers from nine faculties are trying to make a difference on Manitoba’s First Nations, where clean running water and safe sewage control are not something residents can take for granted.
The university’s new Centre for Human Rights Research, led by Karen Busby of the Faculty of Law, is spearheading […]

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The University of Manitoba has launched a new speaker series hosted by president and vice-chancellor Dr. David T. Barnard. At the next event, titled Livable Cities: 21st Century Perspectives, featured speakers will discuss what effects globalization, shifting demographics, resource scarcity and social changes are having on today’s urban centres.
Join us, as leaders from the […]

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