News
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Late-night shows are like university students
For now, late-night reflects the mounting pressure put on comedians to be philosophers, political activists and teachers, able to somehow grapple (comedically) with the floundering American democracy.
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In law we trust
It isn’t fair to ask marginalized communities for lawful protest when laws often largely miss the mark on human rights.
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U of W organizes Webinar Wednesdays
The Webinar Wednesdays series, organized by U of W Student Services, attempts to provide support and advice for students.
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From the big city to the Prairies
The story of why Jennifer Reid left Toronto and began teaching at the U of W is a heartwarming tale.
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U of W hosts Black Writing in Canada
The Black Writing in Canada is a new initiative from the University of Winnipeg's English department.
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Campus Briefs
Awards and financial aid // Student aid // Student central // Student records // Student services
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Balancing the budget comes at a price
The plan for education reform was unveiled in the provincial government’s throne speech on Oct. 7, contending that parents will have “more say” in the new model.
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Reaching beyond bars
Manitoba has the highest incarceration rate out of all provinces in Canada at 231 adults per a population of 100,000 – a problem that has been exacerbated by the COVID-19 outbreak.
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City Briefs
Tech-Connect launch // A year-long timeout // The annual meeting of those who speak for the trees // Navigating law to protect the environment // Healthcare worker grievances // Bowman announces break with City
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Big win for Winnipeg students
The life of a university student can be difficult and stressful. For students with Crohn’s and colitis, that struggle can be even more pronounced.
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Teaching during the pandemic
When it comes to teaching during the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Davina DesRoches actively tries to be as understanding as possible under the current circumstances.
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Virtuosi cancels fall season
Virtuosi Concerts, a classical music recital and chamber music series based at the University of Winnipeg, has been delighting Winnipeg audiences since 1991.
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Levine and Cardinal to receive honorary degrees
At the University of Winnipeg’s autumn convocation, on Oct. 22 and 23, honorary degrees will be conferred upon TV and film actor Tantoo Cardinal, along with historian and author Allan Levine.
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Campus Briefs
Awards and financial aid // Student central // Student records // Student services
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Psychoactive ethics
New innovations in psychedelic research show that MDMA could be a promising remedy for those who live with PTSD and other trauma-related illnesses.
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Seeking space for a safer space
Organizations like the Mount Carmel Clinic’s Sage House work to provide a variety of supports to cisgender and transgender women in the sex work industry.
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City Briefs
Scares to stave off the existential dread // Waste Reduction Week reminders // Online poetry and prose reading // Learn about historical booze // COVID-19 freezes City inspections // Virtual convocation
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In Place opens at the WAG
The Winnipeg Art Gallery’s newest exhibit, In Place, draws from the gallery’s permanent collection and features artworks from 42 Manitobans, spanning from 1970 to today.
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Eating fresh when it’s freezing
In our cold northern climate, getting fresh, local produce in the winter can be a challenge, especially in the downtown area.
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Arts Briefs
Bîstyek // Mutual aid workshop // Reconciling Ways of Knowing // Pandemic’s Box Puppet Slam // LURE // Back in the Day