UWinnipeg is heading to Alberta!

May 5, 2026 | Calgary
May 6, 2026 | Edmonton


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Dr. Jino Distasio, Interim President and Vice Chancellor, invites you to an Alumni and Friends Reception. Reconnect with fellow alumni and friends of the University of Winnipeg as we celebrate our community in Alberta.

Features


21st Annual Graduation Pow Wow

May 3 | Duckworth Centre


This annual traditional Pow Wow provides us with the opportunity to honour the work of our students, staff and faculty, as well as the community that has made it possible for our students to be successful. All dancers, singers, and spectators are invited to join us to celebrate the achievement of our Indigenous graduates. Learn more.

Alumni Association AGM

May 26 | 6 p.m. | Online


Open to all UWinnipeg alumni! Join us online at 6 p.m. on May 26 for the the University of Winnipeg Alumni Association's 2026 Annual General Meeting. There will be presentations and updates from the Alumni Council. Learn more and register.

Take part in Pride with UWinnipeg!

June 7 | Downtown Winnipeg


Plans are underway for our Pride 2026 events. If you are interested in walking with us in the Pride Parade on Sunday, June 7, connect with us and we will send you the details.

Featured Benefits

Stay active this summer!

When you purchase a four-month summer membership to the Bill Wedlake Fitness Centre (May 1 to August 31), you can begin using your membership immediately. That’s several weeks of access to state-of-the-art facilities at no additional cost! Come enjoy fitness spaces, classes, and equipment in a welcoming environment. Purchase your membership today by visiting the Fitness Centre’s Customer Service Desk.


Follow us for exclusive Goldeyes, Sea Bears and Blue Bombers offers!
Get ready for a summer of alumni sporting events and chances to score exclusive discounts. Whether you're a Goldeyes, Sea Bears or Blue Bombers fan, there will be exciting opportunities to cheer on your team with other alumni. We'll be sharing these special offers on Facebook and Instagram starting this May!

News and Updates

Alumni Council Board Members

Deadline to apply: May 1, 2026

The University of Winnipeg Alumni Association is now accepting applications for members of the Alumni Council. If you are a motivated individual who would like to help strengthen the UWinnipeg alumni community, please consider joining the Alumni Council. Apply today! 


Rainbow Stage Alumni Discount
Take advantage of your UWinnipeg alumni discount to see the Rainbow Stage productions of Jesus Christ Superstar and Legally Blonde The Musical. You can save $10 off your ticket price by using the UWALUMNI26 promo code at checkout. (Maximum of four tickets per order.) Visit the Rainbow Stage website for more information and to purchase your tickets today!


Gallery 1C03 Exhibit Extended

Due to popular demand, Beading Métis Resurgence has been extended to July 10, 2026. Please check the Gallery 1C03 website for hours.


Science Adventure Camp
Registration is open for UWinnipeg's Science Adventure Camp. For kids ages 7 - 11, the camps run July 20-24 and July 27-31. For details and registration, visit the
Science Adventure Camp website. Only a few spaces are left, so don't delay!


Save the Date | Duff Roblin Award Dinner
The University of Winnipeg and University of Winnipeg Foundation are pleased to present the 
18th Annual Duff Roblin Award Dinner on October 21, 2026, at the Metropolitan Entertainment Centre. Dr. Sanford Riley will be honoured as the 2026 recipient of the Duff Roblin Award. 
Visit The University of Winnipeg Foundation website for more information.


Class Act
UWinnipeg alum and professor emeritus Jim Silver (BAH 75) book launch

Jim Silver (BAH 75) will be having a book launch at McNally Robinson on April 23 at 7 p.m. for his latest work, "The Transformative Power of Adult Education." This book explores how adult basic education strengthens families and builds capacity for community change transforming society from the ground up. Visit the McNally Robinson website for more information. Do you have an achievement or something exciting to share with us? We'd love to hear from you. Click here to submit a Class Act.



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