UMSU and UMFA proudly stand in unison declaring post-secondary education an essential service. We reject in the strongest terms the recent decision by the provincial government to consider up to a 30% cut to post-secondary funding in Manitoba, and jointly call for the federal government to resist overtures that will shift public sector salaries…
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By Kathleen Harris Prime Minister Justin Trudeau today announced $9 billion in financial aid for post-secondary students in response to claims that too many young people were falling through the cracks in existing COVID-19 support programs. Students will be eligible for $1,250 a month from May through August. That sum can go up to $1,750 if…
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By Jakob Sanderson I’m never going to know you now, but I’m going to love you anyhow,” sings Elliott Smith I don’t think there is such a thing as a perfect leader. If there is, its definition eludes me and certainly excludes me. If there is, there shouldn’t be. What will always exist is room…
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By Joe Friesen Universities are recruiting new students and trying to convince others to stay enrolled for the fall even as it’s still not clear whether in-person classes will be offered because of the impact of COVID-19. The situation has many administrators and students waiting anxiously as they assess messages from public health officials…
DetailsWINNIPEG, MB – Today the Government of Manitoba has announced that all repayment of student loans will be suspended through September 30. This matches the federal student loan policy and will be a significant benefit to students in the province grappling with financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Said UMSU President Jakob Sanderson, “This…
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