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July 2003

July 31, 2003

Carol Shields: Convocation, 1996

On the occasion of her installation as Chancellor Carol Shields offered these words of encouragement to the graduating class of 1996: President Hanen, Ladies and...

July 31, 2003

Carol Shields: Awards and Honours

As a writer, teacher, critic, and citizen of the world, Carol Shields made contributions too numerous to list. In return, she received many awards and...

July 31, 2003

Carol’s Request: The Inez Sellgren Bursary

In lieu of flowers the family has asked that contributions be made in Carol’s memory to: The Winnipeg Public Library Millennium Fund 251 Donald Street...

July 31, 2003

In Memoriam, Carol Shields, OC

On July 16, Carol Shields passed away at the age of 68 due to complications from breast cancer. Carol, an author, playwright, poet, and literary...

July 24, 2003

The Small Ceremonies that Matter Most by Leslie Vryenhoek

(Reproduced from the Alumni Journal, 1998 Spring/Summer edition) She is gracious from the moment you enter her home. As she takes your coat, she apologizes...

July 11, 2003

The University of Winnipeg Unveils Off-Campus Housing Registry

WINNIPEG—On July 14 2003, the Department of Housing and Student Life at The University of Winnipeg will unveil its new Off-Campus Housing Registry. With an...