The University of Montreal and of its community
Administration and governance
The Université de Montréal contributes to societal wellness by placing itself at the forefront of knowledge in all fields. By fomenting innovation and diversity, our institution helps students surpass and transform themselves, as well as the world around them. It’s a noble ideal that I intend to serve and share with enthusiasm.
Daniel Jutras, Rector
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Profile
Proud Montrealer, international leader and exemplary citizen: the different faces of the Université de Montréal.
Proud Montrealer
Just like the city whose name it bears, the Université de Montréal is cosmopolitan, cultured, scientific and creative.
International leader
Its outstanding teaching, rigorous research and talented students keep UdeM among the world’s top universities year after year.
Exemplary citizen
Socially engaged, environmentally conscious and committed to the community, UdeM takes sustainable actions that benefit the city and the entire planet.
Working at UdeM
Working at Université de Montréal means applying one's skills and talent to an essential social mission: to transmit knowledge and generate new understanding.
Top 100
Université de Montréal is the only Quebec university to rank among the top 100 employers in Canada, according to Canada’s Top 100 Employers.
7,000
Professors, lecturers, support staff, managers: over 7,000 people work at Université de Montréal, helping it fulfil its mission of teaching and research.
Top 10
The University is one of the 10 largest employers in the Montreal region.
Famous alumni
Women and men who have made their mark on society, and whose actions at home and abroad reflect the values of their alma mater.
Hubert REEVES
PHYSICS 1953
Kim THÚY
TRANSLATION 1990, LAW 1993
Isabelle HUOT
NUTRITION 2003
Pierre Elliott TRUDEAU
LAW 1943
Alumni: stay in touch
The gateway to resources available to alumni and the activities and services just for them.
Commencement
Commencement
Commencement – Schedule of ceremonies, online registration for graduating students and their families.
Benefits and services
Alumni and official documents
Alumni and official documents
To obtain a copy of your diploma, a transcript or attestation, contact the Registrar’s Office.
Get involved
Get involved
Mentoring, organizing reunions, networking… there are lots of ways to support your alma mater. Take a look at the website!
Give
Give
Would you like to make a meaningful gesture and give back to the UdeM community? Contact the Office of Development and Alumni Relations and contribute to the current campaigns.
Stay informed
Stay informed
Keep track of what’s happening at the University and meet its ambassadors: interviews with alumni, profiles of researchers and more. Les diplômés magazine
Giving makes life more meaningful.
“By donating, I’m no longer part of the past. In a way, I belong to the future.” – Pierrette Rayle, retired judge, Faculty of Law alumna.
History
The Université de Montréal was founded with the goal of offering higher education. Over the course of more than 135 years, it has become an institution serving society as a whole. Read on for a few milestones in our history.
1878
The Université de Montréal is founded, with three faculties: theology, law and medicine.
1887
The École Polytechnique de Montréal becomes part of the Université de Montréal, affiliated with the Faculty of Arts.
1943
The University leaves the Quartier latin and moves to new premises on Mount Royal, designed by architect Ernest Cormier.
