UMSU
COMMUNITY
GROUPS
At UMSU, we celebrate the diverse population on campus through our 7 community groups. These groups represent a wide range of interests and backgrounds, providing a welcoming space for everyone. Students are encouraged to get involved, connect with peers, and make a positive impact on our community.
Theodore Biggs-Engel
Hi! My name is Theo (he/they), and I am a queer, trans man. I am passionate about queer advocacy and health and wellness. As your 2SLGBTQ+ representative, my mission is rooted in advocacy, education, and empowerment. I strive to amplify the voices of queer individuals, ensuring that their concerns are heard and their experiences validated. Through collaboration with student organizations, faculty members, and administrative bodies, I aim to implement policies and initiatives that promote diversity, equity, and respect.
The Rainbow Pride Centre Lounge is located at 180 Helen Glass, and we are open during the weekdays (see our Instagram and sign on the Lounge door for exact hours). We have resources for the 2SLGBTQIA+ community and allies, and offer a space for students who are part of the community to study and socialize. We host regular community assemblies, social events, and work with external community groups to provide education and information on 2SLGBTQIA+ related topics.
Michaela de Hoop
Tansi! My name is Michaela de Hoop. I’m very passionate about Indigenous advocacy and rights. My role as the Indigenous Students’ Representative for UMSU is to support Indigenous identity by creating spaces for members of the many Indigenous communities to come together and be heard. The Indigenous Students’ Representative works to provide cultural support and opportunities for Indigenous students. Monthly community assemblies are held where Indigenous students can share their ideas of what they’d like to see on campus. To get involved visit UMSU’s Indigenous Community space, the University of Manitoba Indigenous Students Association (UMISA) lounge at 113 Helen Glass or connect with us through email and instagram.
Heaven Kaur
The Women’s Centre provides a safe space for women on campus to work, share and learn together. The Centre advocates on behalf of women of the university and offers a wide range of services, feminine hygiene products, and an ever-expanding resource library, filled with feminist books. All women are welcome.
Our partners: @justiceforwomenmb and @um_craft
Krupa Mashru
At the International Students’ Community Center (ICC), we strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment where students from all corners of the world can come together, forge meaningful connections, and celebrate their cultural diversity. Through our carefully curated social events, we aim to promote cultural exchange, friendship, and a sense of belonging within the international student community.
Visit our office at 185 Helen Glass if you have any questions or just to hang out and have lunch with us!
Christabel Attoni-Oteari
The Racial Equity and Inclusion Alliance (REIA) is a student-led organization under the University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) which aims to empower racialized identities on campus. REIA’s mission is to serve students coming from all ethnic minority backgrounds by taking effective action toward equity and eliminating racial injustice at the U of M.
Ekamjit Singh
The Accessibility Centre’s role is to assist students who self-identify as living with disabilities, whether they be visible, invisible, chronic, or acute. Our mission is to promote, defend and include all abilities while “moving towards a community free from barriers.” We strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment for our members, while advocating on their behalf to create a more equitable post-secondary learning environment for all. Our focus for the 2022-23 Academic Year has been developing an Accessible IT Guide, strengthening cross-campus collaboration through the Accessibility Working Group (AWG), and supporting our membership through the transition back to in-person learning!
Damilola Ojo
The black student community on both the Bannatyne and Fort-Garry campus at the University of Manitoba is a group of diverse and dynamic individuals who come together to support and uplift each other. This community includes students who identify as black or of African descent, as well as those who are interested in black culture and issues. Our community provides a safe and welcoming space for black students to connect, share experiences, and advocate for their needs on campus. This community is often involved in organizing events and activities that promote black culture, history, and activism.
Additionally, the community often collaborates with other student organizations to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion on campus. We also serve as a platform for addressing issues of racism and discrimination on campus and promoting diversity, equity and inclusion. Providing a sense of belonging for all black students.