An academic tightrope: cultivating well-being for success in higher education
Prioritizing our well-being is an essential part of thriving in academia. Well-being means we are content, fulfilled, and resilient. When we take care of ourselves both psychologically and physically,...
View ArticlePreparing for final exams
It’s almost time for the end of term and final exams. Whether it’s your first time or you’ve written many exams, everyone can use new strategies for studying and self-care. Don’t forget to take...
View ArticleMake the most of your holiday break
The holiday break (December 23, 2023-January 3, 2024) can be a wonderful time to relax, hang out with family and friends, and catch up on sleep. However, with competing demands and increased...
View ArticleThis year, ditch the pressure of perfection and join the Real Me Resolutions...
It’s that time again—the start of a new year and with it, a flood of advertisements and messaging around “health” in the form of the familiar January refrain that we aren’t enough. We hear messages...
View ArticleFind connection and calm: 12 UM support groups and workshops to try this term
If you’re thinking about reaching out for mental health support, your first thought might be to request an appointment with a counsellor or therapist. While one-on-one counselling is a great option,...
View ArticleUM student supports and how to find them
Looking for health and wellness supports? Have questions about where to get studying tips? A breadth of resources have been developed for you to help with personal and academic needs and to help you...
View ArticleGet to know UM’s Student Support services
Being in university is a time of new beginnings, challenging experiences and life-changing events. Making your mark on the world takes a collaborative effort and there are support systems in place to...
View ArticlePreparing for final exams
Final exams are coming soon: April 12 – April 26, 2024. Gain momentum for the end of term by connecting with resources and support programs that promote your health, wellness, and academic success....
View ArticleDance helps keep instructor connected to his roots
Noel Cruz Venegas says he is no stranger to the nervousness you can get when starting something new. He says nerves almost got the better of him when starting a new dance class in Mexico City. “My...
View ArticleSummer Health and Wellness supports
Looking for ways to support your health and wellness through the Summer? Looking for opportunities to get connected and create a well-rounded support system? Whether you are in need of support now or...
View ArticleHelp shape UM’s Mental Health and Well-Being Strategy
This spring, UM established a Task Force on Mental Health and Well-Being to examine the current mental health supports available on our campuses and consider how we can strengthen these resources for...
View ArticleSupport for extenuating circumstances during the exam period
Final exams can be a period of stress and anxiety for any student and UM offers many forms of support in preparation for finals and to help you manage your stress during this time. Though you may be...
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Transforming squash in Manitoba: Community-driven court upgrades at UM
UM is poised to take a major step forward in the world of squash with the development of new state-of-the-art squash courts at the Frank Kennedy Centre (420 University Crescent) on the Fort Garry...
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