Graduation Highlight: Ken Troke, Kenanow Bachelor of Education
Ken Troke From: Winnipeg, MB Graduating Program: Kenanow Bachelor of Education Campus: Thompson, MB Why did you choose UCN and the Kenanow program? I originally went to school for my Social Work degree, but I decided to try teaching because I realized I wanted to be a teacher and work with students with exceptional needs….
Graduation Highlight: Ambili Thankachan, Office Administration
Ambili Thankachan From: South India Graduating Program: Office Administration Campus: The Pas, Manitoba Why did you choose UCN and the Office Administration Program? I was looking to go to college in Canada, and I heard good things about UCN. We have friends who work here in The Pas and thought it would be an easier…
Graduation Highlight: Aythan McLeod, Mature High School Diploma
Aythan McLeod From: Cross Lake, MB Graduating Program: Mature High School Diploma, Adult Learning Centre (ALC) Campus: Thompson, MB Why did you choose to take the ALC Program at the University College of the North (UCN)? Before UCN, I graduated from the Youth Build Program, and it was recommended that I get my grade 12…
Graduation Highlight: Melissa Pham, Bachelor of Nursing
Melissa Pham From: Murillo, Ontario Graduating Program: Bachelor of Nursing Campus: Thompson, MB Why did you choose UCN? One of the reasons I chose to study at UCN was because of the convenience of the Thompson campus in relation to my home. I started during COVID and was able to work while going to school….
Graduation Highlight: Michelle Armstrong, NRMT
Michelle Armstrong From: Boissevain, MB Graduating Program: Natural Resource Management Technician (NRMT) Campus: The Pas, MB Why did you choose to attend UCN? I was interested in taking some sort of natural resources. I did a quick Google search, and UCN was one of the first ones that came up! I liked how it looked…
UCN Shines, meet Celeste Atchison
UCN has been recognized as one of Manitoba’s top 25 employers for the second consecutive year! Our employees achieve remarkable things, which contributes to this recognition. To celebrate, we will continue to interview outstanding UCN employees about their roles and what makes UCN one of the best places to work in Manitoba. Introducing: Celeste Atchison Years…
A Head Start in Healthcare – UCN Dual Credit HCA Program
A Head Start in Healthcare: UCN Partners with high school to Offer a Dual Credit Health Care Aide Program “Can you take me to St. Paul’s, please?” Meadow Hynes was catching a cab to St. Paul’s Personal Care Home when I called. She was on her way to complete another shift for her Health Care…
UCN Linkages Thompson 2025 Recap
On February 25-27, 2025, UCN hosted Linkages Thompson: Reimagine the North. In partnership with Manitoba Chambers of Commerce, Province of Manitoba, and CEDF Look North, UCN Linkages is dedicated to tackling the challenges and opportunities shaping our region’s future. This recurring event facilitates productive and honest conversations about the North, in the North. Key People…
Driving the Future: UCN Students Embrace Electric Vehicles in Northern Manitoba
When Kelly Campbell decided to take the Automotive Technician program at University College of the North (UCN), it wasn’t because she was a lifelong car enthusiast. “I think that every person should know about vehicles,” she said with a laugh. “Are we going to have someone there to change a tire? What if you’re just…
Family First: Virginia Church’s ECE Journey with UCN
Virginia Church has always prioritized family. What started as a job offer to be closer to her children, led her to become the coordinator for a family-based childcare program. “Back in the day, my children were going to the Head Start Program, and now my grandchildren are in the program,” Virginia said. “So, it has…
Muses From The North
Muses from the North is an on-line journal for students of the University College of the North.
We publish biannually from UCN campuses in The Pas and Thompson, located in Treaty No. 5 territory. As a UCN students’ journal, MFTN provides a platform for our students to express their musings about our amazing northern tradition and culture in texts, words, images and pictures. Our northern muses are not only from The Pas and Thompson, but also from a network of 12 regional centres, from Swan River to Churchill. Like the dwellers in the north, MFTN favors Northern tradition, culture and stories from our northern communities. Reach us through mftn@ucn.ca.
the quint
Interdisciplinary, the quint (a double-blind, peer-reviewed journal) disseminates new knowledge in the areas of literature, history, the arts, popular culture, education, the social sciences, and aboriginal studies.
The journal also publishes interviews, artwork, creative writing, and reviews. All issues of the quint are archived in National Library and Archives Canada (Ottawa, Ontario).
News Releases
UCN Expands Primary Care Paramedic Training with $459,000 in Funding
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 22, 2025 (The Pas/Thompson, MB) – University College of the North (UCN) is expanding its Primary Care Paramedic (PCP) program with $459,000 in funding from Manitoba Advanced Education. This increases the…
UCN to Open Student Housing in Flin Flon with $2 Million Investment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 14, 2025 (Flin Flon, MB) – University College of the North (UCN) will offer student housing in Flin Flon starting Fall 2025, thanks to a $2 million investment from multiple funding…
UCN Expands Health Care Aide Training with $619,000 Investment
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 11, 2025 (Northern MB) – The University College of the North (UCN) has been awarded $619,000 from Manitoba Advanced Education and Training to expand Health Care Aide training seats from 30…
UCN Recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top 25 Places to Work
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE March 13, 2025 (The Pas/Thompson, MB) – University College of the North (UCN) is proud to announce that it has been recognized as one of Manitoba’s Top Employers for 2025. This annual…
UCN Receives Federal Funding to expand Mine Readiness Training Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 6, 2025 (Thompson/Flin Flon/The Pas, MB) – University College of the North (UCN) is proud to be named as a recipient of Community Economic Development and Diversification (CEDD) federal funding. UCN…
UCN Linkages Thompson Conference to Strengthen Northern Connections
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE February 5, 2025 (Thompson, MB) – University College of the North (UCN) is excited to announce the UCN Linkages Thompson Conference, scheduled for February 25-27, 2025, at the Thompson Regional Community Centre….
UCN Announces Student Housing Facility in Flin Flon
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 15, 2025 (Flin Flon, MB) – The University College of the North (UCN) is excited to announce plans for a dedicated student housing facility in Flin Flon. This initiative ensures that…
UCN Launches Power Engineering Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 6, 2025 (The Pas/Thompson, MB) –University College of the North (UCN) launched its Power Engineering Class 5 program today, January 6, 2025. This evening program is at full capacity, with 25…
UCN is a Key Partner in Securing Manitoba’s Critical Mineral Future
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE November 6, 2024 (The Pas/Thompson, MB) –University College of the North (UCN) is pleased to be named in Manitoba’s new strategy related to critical minerals mining and exploration in the province. “UCN’s…
UCN Linkages The Pas Conference to Foster Innovation and Collaboration in Northern Manitoba
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 26, 2024 (The Pas, MB) – University College of the North (UCN) is excited to announce the upcoming UCN Linkages The Pas Conference, scheduled for October 8-9, 2024, at the Kikiwak…