Good morning UMSU Nation! The day is young and these three youngsters (at heart) tackle Reddit’s hardest questions. No quippy tagline here, VPFO out. Deepest apologies!

What is the purpose of life? What makes you a good person? The answer lies within you, and your UMSU Execs expose a part of themselves in their answers. Regrets, robot girlfriends, being an emo. If you have a question, your execs have an answer for better or worse! Direct your gaze to your public servants next time on UMSU 101, please please please.

The Auspicious Supreme Chief Overlord Vice President of UMSU’s Finances and Operations Cameron Provost is still missing in action as the remaining executive scrambles to fill the void (in their hearts). Dejected, stricken with melancholy, gloom, and grief, your four UMSU Execs turn to introspection and philosophy to cope. President Heaven Kaur touches on her contraction of the Ki^2Ka^2 virus. Sigmund Freud rolls in his grave as the quadruple focuses their love on jeans. Aiden and Grace discuss impact vs intent. Listen in next time for the return of the Supreme Leader (‘s 2IC). All questions, concerns, queries and insults about UMSU 101 should be directed to vpa@umsu.ca!

Your Magnanimous Beloved VPFO is unfortunately absent for this episode alongside your VPEA. President Heaven Kaur publicly executes the responsible perpetrators of the last two episodes for treason. The surviving team lends a moment of silence and tribute to the fallen, and detail their first time chairing meetings such as UMSU’s Association of Club Executives and Student Senate Caucus. People, culture, attendance. The VPSL appeals to any listening club executives to attend the elative and fun ACE meetings. Don’t forget to attend Bison Bash 9 September 1000-1700! Who knew so much personal growth could come from sitting down to stand up? In this pod, a passing mention is given to the riveting insurance broker conference attended and conversations with MLA Jelynn Dela Cruz. Finally, your VPUA speaks to eating with no crumbs in the Senate, fairness, and corporate lingo. Tune in next time for the tortured confessions of the accused preceding today’s capital punishment!

Lost in the archives, your UMSU Execs come back from CASA after talking up the Feds. Learn in this episode how to evade the government and become ungovernable. If your eyes haven’t glazed over by now, we’ll glaze them for you in this thrilling pod asking how you get around and how do you feel about Winnipeg! Sprinkle some COCA in your hot chocolate as your VPSL reports on her experience in the amazing, talented, bustling city of Regina SK. Best, VPFO.

Back upon popular request, jump right into this episode - or should I say lake? – as your favorite UMSU execs are once again left unsupervised and unhinged. Your VPSL, VPFO, and VPUA reminisce on the day they almost lost three of your UMSU executives to hypothermia/traumatic injuries/drowning, and how our team was only brought closer together as a result! Don’t fret, as time was left over for a deep-rooted philosophical debate on whether Tom Holland or Ryan Reynolds is the superior basic straight man crush. Stay tuned next time to hear a spectrogram analysis as to who has the most high definition ASMR voice! 

The Boss is out of office!!! That’s right, while your UMSU President is out of office the remaining trio have taken over the UMFM Recording Studio. Don’t miss the witty banter between the most chill and nonchalant execs yet, while they try their best to not invoke the wrath of the Heavens! Oh, and they discuss some work related things too I guess. Make sure to let us know if we should continue showing up early and locking our friends out of the studio!!

In this episode, your three favourite execs are unfortunately absent as UMSU’s President and VPUA interview the UM Associate VP Administration as she details the UM Capital Plan. Engage with our speakers as they go over new builds (such as what may happen to Dafoe in the next decade!) and countless other items including sustainability and reconciliation. Students can look forward to hearing the word “parking” among other members of the English lexicon. Stay tuned next time to find out if the three missing execs escaped their holding cell after they were caught going around the roundabout too many times!

The challenges are many, the joys even more so. UMSU’s execs delve deep into their daily lives, with some room to discuss what they do outside of it as well. UMSU’s coolest VPFO nerds out about his new (to him) motorcycle, our VPUA takes a swig of lemonade straight from the jug, and much more! Tune in next time to listen to our VPEA’s interpretive headstand dance to Ax and the Hatchmen!

In our third episode of UMSU 101, the execs go over Aiden’s CASA convention meeting and several exciting events they both attended and hosted! Listen in once more to hear the riveting banter between all of your beloved executives and their definitive, professional composure.

What is up UMSU Nation! 

Today we jump into advice for incoming students and what the team would have done differently in their respective first years. From resources available for students to habits and actions your UMSU Execs wish they’d done early on, let your team engage you in this chill episode of UMSU 101. Focus in for the best study spots on campus (citation needed), and some colourful recommendations on where to go with your routine and life. Tune in next time to find out if the VPFO will finally divulge his gatekept study space.

In the second episode of UMSU 101, the executive team dives straight into the heavy-hitting topics, going in-depth on the most pressing issues currently facing the student body and sharing their strategies to tackle them head-on. Join Heaven, Cameron, Aiden, Manasa, and Grace as they discuss everything from campus advocacy and policy changes to the essential resources available to UMSU members and how to maximize their utilization. Stay tuned next time to hear Aiden Peters sing “So American” by Olivia Rodrigo!

This is the first episode of UMSU 101 with the new team, join your executives - Heaven Kaur (President), Cameron Provost (VP Finance & Operations), Aiden Peters (VP External Affairs), Manasa Rajesh (VP Student Life), and Grace Elendu (VP University Affairs) - as they delve into their plans for the year, personal lives, advice for the upcoming term, and what students can look forward to in the coming year. Be sure to tune in next time as they go further into depth about their policies, philosophies, and plans for UMSU!

Horns up, Bisons! 

In his final episode as UMSU President, Prabhnoor Singh sits down with Minister Jamie Moses (Business, Trade, Mining & Job Creation) for a conversation that bridges campus and government. From the Manitoba government’s 5% PST relief to the long-term vision for the Port of Churchill, this episode dives into policy, opportunity, and what it means for students and young professionals. Minister Moses also encouraged students to build their futures right here in Manitoba, highlighting that over 11,000 jobs have been created in recent months and reflected on his own journey as a University of Manitoba alum and Bison athlete.

Horns Up Bisons! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your VPUA is joined by Mathew Chomyn, UMSU's Services Administrator.  Mat shares with the audience all about the resources available to clubs here at UMSU and importance of our student clubs! Please tune in to hear more from Mat! We wish you the very best for your finals and an amazing summer ahead! 

Happy Exam Season Bisons! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your VPUA is joined by the Member of Legislative Assembly for Lagimodière, Tyler Blashko. MLA Tyler Blashko  recently introduced the Moose Hide Campaign Day Act to the Manitoba Legislature. To hear directly from MLA Blashko - please tune in! We wish you the very best for your finals and an amazing summer ahead! 

Horns Up Bisons! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your UMSU President, Prabhnoor Singh shares insights on the incoming executive team and the transition into next year. Tune in to hear what’s ahead for UMSU! 

Horns Up Bisons! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, you are joined by your President and VPUA as they host a very special guest from the Student Advocacy office, Heather Morris. Heather is the Director of Student Advocacy here at the University of Manitoba and shared with the audience the different supports and resources available to students that range from supports for academic misconduct cases to resources to help students write an opening statement. To learn more - tune in and learn more about the supports available to you as a student and learn about your rights as a student.

This week on UMSU 101, UMSU President Prabhnoor Singh sits down with Commerce Students’ Association President Saad Hayat for a thoughtful conversation about leadership, identity, and growth. From beginning his schooling in Brandon, Manitoba to moving to Winnipeg and living independently, Saad reflects on how his journey shaped his commitment to being a listening ear and leading with authenticity and pride in who he is. Tune in to hear how student leaders navigate difficult decisions, oversee one of the largest councils on campus, and organize some of the most highly anticipated events of the year, all while balancing academics and personal growth.

Horns Up Bisons! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, you are joined by your President and VPUA as they host a very special guest from the Canadian Alliance of Student Associations(CASA), Maleeka. CASA is Canada's leading national voice for post-secondary students that is constantly advocating at the federal level for students.  CASA is running a Canada Student Grant (CSG) Campaign. The Canada Student Grant is one of the most effective investments that the federal government makes; it supports access to education and strengthens the workforce. The federal government has not yet confirmed if the temporary expansion of the CSG from $3000 to $4200 will be extended beyond its current expiry date in July 2026. To learn more - tune in and see how you can help advocate to the Federal government. 

Horns Up Bisons! We wish you a wonderful February! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, you are joined by your President, VPUA and VPFO as they talk about the lunar new year celebration, UMSU's Cosmopolitan, Advocacy townhalls, AGM at Bannatyne and different ways they are bridging the gap between Fort Gary and the Bannatyne Campus. To learn more - please tune in! 

Horns Up Bisons! We hope that January has been treating you well. On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, you are joined by your President, VPUA and VPFO as they share with you different events happening on campus. To learn more - please tune in! 

Horns Up Bisons! Welcome back to another episode of UMSU 101 and on this week’s episode your Executive Team is joined by your UMSU Women's Representative - Leata Goulet. Tune in to hear from Leata about her vision for the women's centre, her goals, and some fun initiatives and her experience as a community representative. Ps - we were told by a bison that the nominations for the Magnificent Women's Awards Gala are currently open so don't forget to nominate some wonderful women in your life for an award! More information can be found at the women's centre Instagram @womenscentre_umsu

Horns Up Bisons! A very happy new year to you from your UMSU Executive Team and we truly hope that you had a restful and joyful Holiday Season. On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your VPUA and VPFO are joined by Monique Dumontet, Director of the Academic Learning Centre and Tim Podolsky, Supplemental Instruction Coordinator of the Academic Learning Centre as they both share with us the resources and supports available for students through the Academic Learning Centre.  To learn more - please tune in! And remember reaching out for help makes you strong and we are all here to support you.

Horns Up Bisons! A very happy new year to you from your UMSU Executive Team and we truly hope that you had a restful and joyful Holiday Season. On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, you are joined by your VPUA and VPFO as they share with you different events happening on campus, their study tips, and a bit about the UMSU Elections. To learn more - please tune in! 

PS- A bison told us that there are lots of giveaways happening on the UMSU Instagram @myumsu

Happy December Bisons! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your President and VPUA were joined by coolest Minister of Advanced Education and Training, Renée Cable in the country who also serves as an MLA for Southdale. Minister Cable has been a constant advocate for post secondary students in the chamber and the community. 

To hear directly from your Minister of Advanced Education and Training - please tune in! We wish you the very best for your finals and happy holidays! 

Horns Up Bisons! We hope December has been treating you all well! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your VPUA and VPFO were joined by the Dr. Biscontri, Associate Dean, Undergraduate and International Programs. Dr. Biscontri discussed the various initiatives underway at the Asper School of Business and the importance of having early access to course syllabi.  To learn more - please tune in! We wish you the very best for your finals and please remember to take an hour for yourself and do something you enjoy! 

Horns Up Bisons! 

We hope November has been treated you all well! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your UMSU Executives discuss with you what the UMSU President & VPUA did in Ottawa during the Canadian Alliance of Students' Associations Advocacy Week! Your VPFO shares with you an exciting initiative that she working on! To learn more - please tune in! We wish you the very best for your finals and please remember to take an hour for yourself and do something you enjoy! 

Horns Up Bisons! 

We hope November has been treated you all well!  On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your UMSU Executives were joined by UMSU's Racialized Representative, Patricia Martinez! Patricia shared with UMSU Executives her vision for the Racialized Equity and Inclusion Alliance and what got her to run for her position!  A bison told us that there is an exciting Women in Leadership Conference happing this weekend – tune in to learn more!

Horns Up Bisons! 

Join your UMSU Executives as we discuss This Week on Campus, UMSU’s new initiative that shares with you all the campus events together in one Instagram post every Sunday. Your Executives talk about UMSU’s Holiday Hampers Program, which hopes to raise $55,000 to support 365 students this holiday season. You can make your contribution by shopping at UMSU businesses, each of which contribute to the campaign through their sales. As your executives shared, remember to be kind to those around you and be kind to yourself as well! Oh also, please don’t miss the Halloween Costume Contest, there are prizes as well. 

I have heard that your UMSU executives will be dressing up too so make sure to get your tickets for the Nightmare on the UMSU Street before they sell out!

Horns Up Bison! On this week’s episode of UMSU 101, your UMSU Executives share UMSU’s new initiative, This Week on Campus with you! This initiative serves to keep students up to date about the different amazing events hosted on campus! Executives shared their ongoing external and university advocacy efforts and ways that UMSU gives back to students. A bison told us that there is an exciting advocacy event happening on October 30th and there is a gift card giveaway underway – tune in to hear more! 

Hi Bisons! Tune in to hear your UMSU Executives discuss important aspects of student life on campus, from the expansion of menstrual products to UMSU officially being added to the Government of Manitoba’s Access for All program and securing 60,000 pads and tampons to learning about our wonderful community representatives and students clubs that work hard to bring the UM Community together! As the school year picks up, hear some tips from your executives to avoid burnout! From us to you, please make sure to take at least 15 minutes to do something you enjoy! Horns Up Bisons!

Horns Up Bisons, come join the 101st President and his Executive Team – Prabhnoor Singh (President), Jared Ramos Murphy (VP External Affairs), Hannah Le (VP Student Life), Carolyn Wang (VP Finance & Operations) and Heaven Kaur (VP University Affairs) as they share a little bit about their portfolios, their priorities and goals for the year! Tune in to hear more from your UMSU Executives as they share what initiatives UMSU is taking on, from advocacy efforts and enhancing campus life to addressing the needs of students on campus.