The University of Winnipeg

06/03/2026

has two new Canada Research Chairs!

Dr. Mirjana Roksandic, Professor in the Department of Anthropology, is a Tier 1 NSERC Canada Research Chair in Human Evolution.

Dr. Sanoji Wijenayake, Assistant Professor in the Department of Biology, is a Tier 2 NSERC Canada Research Chair in Milk Nanovesicles and Applied Health.

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University of Winnipeg has received two new prestigious Canada Research Chairs (CRC). Dr. Mirjana Roksandic and Dr. Sanoji Wijenayake have collectively received $1.8 million in Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) funding

06/03/2026

Alumni in the limelight at TEDx Winnipeg! It was inspiring to see Krista Boryskavich (MPA 12, BAH 96), Ian Bawa (BA 08), Marika Schalla (BSc 17, BEd 19, PBEd 23), and Dr. Peter Denton (BA Hons 80) step onto the red carpet and share their bold ideas at TEDx Winnipeg last week.



📸 Ian McCausland Photography

06/03/2026

Domestic undergraduate applications for Fall 2026 studies close July 2. Don't miss your chance to receive special benefits and discounts!

We're making it easier to start your university journey with limited-time dorm and dining discounts (conditions apply).

There has never been a better time to apply to . Your success starts here!

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Don't miss your chance to receive special benefits and discounts!

06/02/2026

🎓 's 128th Convocation celebrations are next week! Degrees will be conferred in three ceremonies over two days. Visit our Convocation website for more information.

Thursday, June 11 at 9:30 a.m.
▪️ Arts

Thursday, June 11 at 2:30 p.m.
▪️ Science and Business & Economics

Friday, June 12 at 9:30 a.m.
▪️ Education, Kinesiology, Physical and Health Education, Marriage and Family Therapy

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Held each spring and fall, Convocation is a time to recognize the achievements of our graduating students and celebrate an important milestone in their lives. Convocation is also where we award some…

06/02/2026

In honour of National Indigenous Peoples Day on June 21, the UWinnipeg Indigenous Engagement Office is gathering donations throughout the month of June in support of 's downtown neighbour, Agape Table.

Donations can include new or gently used backpacks, water bottles, wallets, clothing, belts, jackets, toques, mitts, and shoes, as well as new socks and underwear and personal hygiene items. Gift cards and monetary donations are also being accepted.

Drop-off boxes are located in the Helen Betty Osbourne Building and in Wesley Hall.

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June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day, and to honour it this year, the Office of Indigenous Engagement is spearheading a new initiative focusing on community, by accepting donations on behalf of…

06/01/2026

Starting at this fall? Sign up for tomorrow's FYI (First-Year Information) Session! We'll cover degree and major requirements, timetable creation, how and when to register, and how to use WebAdvisor.

Join us Tuesday, June 2 from 1:30 to 3:00 p.m. on Zoom.

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First-year Information (FYI) sessions are held before each term for new, incoming students. See the dates/times for Fall 2026 below.

06/01/2026

📅 New month, new important dates!

June 1
💸 Deadline to apply for Spring Term in-course awards, scholarships, and bursaries

June 3
📝 Deadline to withdraw without academic penalty from courses that began May 4 and end June 15.

June 11 & 12
🎓 128th Convocation ceremonies

June 17
📝 Deadline to withdraw without academic penalty from courses that began May 4 and end July 1.

June 24
📝 Deadline to withdraw without academic penalty from courses that began June 4 and end July 1.

July 1
🇨🇦 Canada Day, university closed

For a full list of important Spring Term dates, view the Academic Calendar.

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The dates in the PDF documents below are for undergraduate programs. (For important dates in graduate programs, please see the Graduate Studies Academic Calendar.)

06/01/2026

is proud to honour and celebrate National Indigenous History Month in June!

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The University of Winnipeg is proud to honour and celebrate National Indigenous History Month in June.

05/29/2026

A friendly reminder that Monday, June 1 is the deadline to apply for Spring Term in-course awards, scholarships, and bursaries.

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Visit Key Dates for all UW award application open and close dates.

05/29/2026

Dr. Jino Distasio, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor of , has been appointed to the Board of Directors of The Forks North Portage Partnership.

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Dr. Jino Distasio, Interim President and Vice-Chancellor of the University of Winnipeg, has been appointed to the Board of Directors of The Forks North Portage Partnership (FNPP).