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Karen Ridd, Teaching Associate Professor of Peace and Conflict Transformation Studies, leads a Living Resistance workshop at Canadian Mennonite University.

Training for the frontline of nonviolent resistance

Local and global events play out on our phones, computers, and on the dews daily in front of our eyes. With the increasing prevalence of social media and instant messaging, exposure to injustice has never been more immediate or overwhelming.

The sheer scale of harm can be demoralizing, leaving many unsure how to respond in meaningful ways.

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CMU launches Voices for Peace, a rapid-response community choir

CMU launches Voices for Peace, a rapid-response community choir

At a time when many communities are wrestling with fear, polarization, and uncertainty, CMU is inviting community members to lend their voices to a new rapid-response community choir called Voices for Peace. This choir may be called upon to sing at community events, peaceful demonstrations, and public moments where shared song can help foster courage, solidarity, and hope.

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Dr. Chris Rice

MCC alumnus Dr. Chris Rice in Manitoba for speaking events focused on peacebuilding and reconciliation

Dr. Chris Rice, a respected global voice in peacebuilding, Mennonite Central Committee alumnus, and an award-winning author, will be in Manitoba for a series of speaking events from March 11-15.

Rice is the featured speaker at the Canadian Mennonite University Face2Face speaker series event on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 7:00 PM. The event is co-presented by MCC Manitoba and CMU and takes place at Marpeck Commons, 2299 Grant Ave., Winnipeg. He will present an address titled, Being Peacemakers for a World of Surging Polarization.

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From song to strategy: CMU offers free nonviolent resistance training in response to growing injustice

From song to strategy: CMU offers free nonviolent resistance training in response to growing injustice

Following the strong community response to its Singing Resistance gatherings, Canadian Mennonite University is offering a new public initiative that moves from collective expression to practical preparation. Living Resistance: Nonviolent Resistance Training will be offered over four Monday evenings in March, inviting participants to actively learn and practice the skills of disciplined nonviolent action.

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Winter 2025/26 alumni updates

Winter 2025/26 alumni updates

Readers of CMU's The Blazer magazine often say they flip right to the Alumni News section before reading anything else.

In the most recent, 25th anniversary issue of The Blazer, we were unable to squeeze in alumni news. Below is a compilation of updates provided to CMU by alumni.

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