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A new suite of exclusive benefits is now available for University of Winnipeg Alumni through UWIN Alumni Perks, a new digital platform and mobile app.

Available to all and Collegiate alumni, UWIN Alumni Perks provides exclusive discounts for a variety of local, national, and international brands.

Alumni who download the app by June 15 can enter for a chance to win an Apple iPad or a $1,000 pre-paid Mastercard.

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Suite of exclusive perks launched for UWinnipeg alumni | University of Winnipeg News UWinnipeg excited to announce the launch of UWIN Alumni Perks, a digital platform designed exclusively for alumni. Sign up launch week for a chance to win great prizes.

Convocation is almost here, Class of 2026! 🎓️ As you get ready to cross the stage, we’re so excited to welcome you into the alumni community!

While you’re celebrating, be sure to stop by the Alumni Association table to say hello and pick up your Alumni Association pin. We're excited to celebrate with you and cheer you on in what comes next!

Follow University of Winnipeg Alumni and bookmark uwinnipeg.ca/alumni to stay up-to-date on alumni-related news, events, perks, and more.

We were pleased to welcome Dr. Joss Reimer, Canada’s Chief Public Health Officer and a alumna (BA 03), to campus today to visit the Prairie Climate Centre.

During her visit, Dr. Reimer met with PCC staff to learn more about their work and discussed the important connections between climate change and public health.

Starting at this fall? Join us for a special two-part FYI (First-Year Information) Session tomorrow, June 10.

An optional campus tour will take place from 4:30 to 5:15 p.m., followed by the FYI presentation from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m.

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First-Year Information Sessions | Accepted Students | The University of Winnipeg First-year Information (FYI) sessions are held before each term for new, incoming students. See the dates/times for Fall 2026 below.

🎓️ Meet our valedictorians! congratulates Isran Migane, Alex Krykewich, and Helena Czaykowski, each of whom will deliver a valedictory address during the 128th Convocation celebrations on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12.

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Meet UWinnipeg’s 2026 Spring Convocation Valedictorians | University of Winnipeg News The University of Winnipeg congratulates Helena Czaykowski, Isran Migane, and Alex Krykewich as valedictorians for the 128th Convocation ceremonies on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12.

🌈 Scenes from yesterday's Pride Winnipeg Parade! You brought the energy every step of the way! 👏

Let's keep celebrating 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride on campus! 👇️

Pride Month Bead Club
▪️ Bracelet and Pride flag pin beading led by Candice Allard and Lily Gautron. Materials are supplied at no cost. No experience needed.
▪️ June 9, 16, and 18 | 1-3 p.m.
▪️ presented by Gallery 1C03 at the University of Winnipeg

"Celebrate You" Book Display
▪️ A selection of books by and about the 2SLGBTQIA+ community related to this year’s Pride theme, Celebrate You.
▪️ on display through June 30
▪️ presented by University of Winnipeg Library

"A Source of Spiritual Strength": 40 Years of the Niciwâkan Native Gay Society
▪️ An exhibition highlighting records from the Two-Spirit Archives illustrating the history of the formation of the Niciwâkan Native Gay Society in 1986, and its role in advocating for the rights of Two-Spirit and Indigiqueer people in Manitoba.
▪️ on display through August 31
▪️ presented by University of Winnipeg Archives

is proud to honour seven outstanding faculty and staff members—Dr. Catherine Hunter, Randy White, Dr. Sheela Ramanna, Vesna Milosevic-Zdjelar, Dr. Darshani Kumaragamage, Dr. Laura Sokal, and Patty Wiens—during our 128th Convocation celebrations on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12.

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UWinnipeg staff and faculty awards 2026 | University of Winnipeg News The University of Winnipeg is proud to honour seven outstanding faculty and staff members during our 128th Convocation on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12.

Rhonda Elias-Penner, the Hon. Marshall Rothstein, Barbara Bruce, and Charlotte Nolin will receive honorary doctorates at ’s 128th Convocation celebrations on Thursday, June 11 and Friday, June 12.

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Elders, community advocate, former Supreme Court justice to receive honorary doctorates | University of Winnipeg News Rhonda Elias-Penner, the Honourable Marshall Rothstein, Barbara Bruce, and Charlotte Nolin will receive honorary doctorates at The University of Winnipeg’s 128th Convocation on Thursday, June 11 and…

In our latest installment of Alumni Spotlight, we catch up with Lesley Beardy (BA 18), who uses her own history to inspire conversation as an Indigenous Advisor and Curator for IKEA Winnipeg.

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UWinnipeg alumna inspires as Indigenous Advisor and Curator for IKEA Winnipeg | University of Winnipeg News Lesley Beardy's (BA 18) work with IKEA Winnipeg's Indigenous Reconciliation Strategy provides space for reflection in truth and reconciliation.

Cheer on three students--Ishadie Namir, Rubeena Gosal, and Dristi Rauniyar--as they compete in the 2026 Falling Walls Lab Manitoba finale on Wednesday, June 10!

Falling Walls Lab is a fast-paced pitch competition where emerging innovators present their groundbreaking research or idea in just 3 minutes.

The finale takes place at the University of Manitoba's SMARTpark Innovation Hub (100 Innovation Drive). Doors open at 3:30 p.m.

RSVP to reserve your spot! ➡️ https://buff.ly/bFTgTSa