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Message to UM Students: November 17, 2025
by VP Students 17 Nov '25

17 Nov '25

[Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with low confidence] Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) Welcome back, Bisons! I hope you enjoyed a restful reading week. As you return to your studies, I thought I would feature some upcoming events, services, and reminders to help you explore campus life, get connected with supports, and end the Fall term strong. November has many exciting events taking place at the UM campuses. International Education Week is happening this week November 17-21 and features many events to celebrate global learning and connection. The event kick-off is today at the Fireside Lounge, UMSU University Centre 10:00am - 1:00pm. Drop in any time throughout the day, and participate in the many activities being offered all week long! See the International Education Week<https://umanitoba.ca/international/iew> website for more information. Check out the many career workshops and special events during Career Month, including Arts Career Round Table<https://umconnect.umanitoba.ca/events.htm?eventId=5995> on November 19 and Employer Advice Café<https://umconnect.umanitoba.ca/events.htm?eventId=6039> on November 25. Visit the Career Month website for more information and links for registration. Entrepreneurship and Innovative Thinking Month is taking place with many events, including the Indigenous Winter Market on November 20. Visit the Entrepreneurship and Innovative Thinking Month<https://umanitoba.ca/entrepreneurial-thinking/month> website for more information. Opening today is a Child Feeding Room<https://news.umanitoba.ca/child-feeding-spaces-opens/> in 532 UMSU University Centre. This space, brought to you by Student Affairs, provides a quiet and private environment with comfortable seating, a sink area, electrical outlets, and a change table. Caregivers can access the space by signing out the key from the International Centre, 541 UMSU University Centre. This is a busy time of year, and you are balancing many priorities, including course requirements and life commitments. Here are some supports to check out to help you achieve your academic goals while navigating life's demands: The Academic Learning Centre<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/a…> offers one-to-one tutoring<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/t…>, workshops<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/a…>, Supplemental Instruction<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/t…> and other resources that will help expand your writing, learning, and study skills. Charge Ahead<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/charge-ahead> provides workshops and individual appointments with peer mentors who understand what you're going through. Drop in to 107 Tier to learn practical skills and connect with other students. One-to-one appointments<https://umanitoba.ca/libraries/help-and-services/get-help> with Librarians across a wide variety of subject areas, a live chat feature, and online resources are available through UM Libraries. Connect with Student Support services and off-campus resources<https://news.umanitoba.ca/student-mental-health-supports/> to give your health and wellness a boost. Get active through the facilities and programs offered by UM Recreation Services<https://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services>. Important reminders The deadline to Voluntarily Withdraw (VW) from Fall Term courses is tomorrow, November 18. If you are thinking about a VW, speak to an academic advisor<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-advising> in your home faculty or the First Year Centre to help you make the best decision. I encourage all students to download the UM Safe App<https://umanitoba.ca/security/> for instant access to campus safety resources, and to receive alerts from the University's Security Services. It is an invaluable resource for all members of the UM community. Stop by my office hours with Tina Chen, Vice-Provost (Equity) on November 24th 11:30am-12:30pm and December 8th 11:00am-12:00pm at Degrees. These office hours provide students with the opportunity to connect informally, to share your ideas or concerns, and to engage in conversation about issues that are meaningful to you. We hope to see you there. Check your inbox Tuesday for the Student Weekly<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/get-involved/student-weekly-newsletter>, follow @umstudent on Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/umstudent/> and TikTok,<https://www.tiktok.com/@umstudent?lang=en> and check out UM Today<https://news.umanitoba.ca/>. Take care over the next few weeks, and I look forward to reconnecting before we head into the December exam series. My best, ... Laurie Laurie M. Schnarr, MA (she/her) Vice-Provost (Students) Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) University of Manitoba 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - vp.students(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:vp.students@umanitoba.ca> Phone: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences I acknowledge, with humility and gratitude, that the University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininew, Anisininew, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. As a white settler of English and German descent I am committed to walking alongside Indigenous students, colleagues, friends, and neighbours and doing the work that is necessary to honour the truth, and contribute through meaningful action to lasting positive change. The information contained in this transmission is confidential and intended only for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and permanently delete the original message, attachments and all copies. [UMLogoSignature] [image.png]

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Join us on November 13 for a conversation on economic Reconciliation
by President's Office 29 Oct '25

29 Oct '25

[Blue email banner with white text. Join us on November 13 for a conversation on economic Reconcilitation] Dear Bisons, On November 13, UM is hosting a unique in-person event where big thinkers will explore ideas surrounding economic Reconciliation. What does it mean to build an economy that provides space for Indigenous prosperity and how can Manitoba, home to one of the largest populations of First Nations and Métis people, lead the way in shaping a more just and inclusive economic future? This special event is part of my podcast, "What's the Big Idea?<https://umanitoba.ca/community/whats-the-big-idea-podcast>", and for this episode, Dr. Angie Bruce, Vice-President (Indigenous), will take the host's chair. She will engage three bold alumni in a critical conversation about our economic future. The panelists are: Diane Roussin [BSW/96], a member of Skownan First Nation and an Anishinaabe leader who champions Indigenous-led solutions to large scale systems change for families and communities. She is the project director of Winnipeg Boldness, Canada's longest serving Indigenous Social Innovation Lab. Kathleen Bluesky [BA/99, MBA/15], a Cree and Anishinabe Ikwe from Nisichawayasihk Cree Nation and Minegoziibe Anishinabe First Nation. She is the owner of Seven Feathers Consulting and has led transformative initiatives, including Aski Pumenikewin (Land Code) and the NCN Othasowewin (Constitution), played a pivotal role in securing Manitoba's inaugural Social Impact Bond in 2019, and continues to shape Indigenous development as CEO of the Treaty One Development Corporation. Peter Pomart [MBA/18, PhD/25], is a Lecturer at the I.H. Asper School of Business and the former Director of Indigenous Business Education Partners. His PhD dissertation, "Indigenous Voices on Self-Determination, FPIC, and Canada's Evolving Duty to Consult and Accommodate Framework: An Empirical Study," presents an Indigenous-centred perspective on UNDRIP (United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples) and its implications for resource development in Canada. This conversation will explore what economic Reconciliation means and looks like to participants and their organizations, and what we must collectively do to achieve it. After the formal podcast conversation, there will be a Q&A with the audience. Event Details Date: Thursday, Nov. 13, 2025 Time: 7 p.m., doors open at 6:30 p.m. Location: Desautels Concert Hall Cost: Free Registration is required. Please register online by November 6.<http://show.ps/l/a59702a7/> I look forward to seeing many of you there for what promises to be an engaging evening. If you have questions about the event, please email rsvp(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:rsvp@umanitoba.ca>. Sincerely, Michael [University of Manitoba Logo] Michael Benarroch, Ph.D. President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-9345 Email: president(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:president@umanitoba.ca> This message is available in alternate formats upon request.

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Reminder: Five days left to complete the Campus Commute Survey
by Office of Sustainability 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

[cid:c286d6b9-e65c-453b-a7b8-3a495fbdf3d8] This message is sent on behalf of Mark Torchia and Raman Dhaliwal, Co-Chairs of the UM Sustainability Committee UM Community, If you have not already done so, please take 10 minutes to complete the Campus Commute Survey<https://umanitoba.ca/sustainability/CampusCommute> today, before it closes on October 31. The 2025 Campus Commute Survey is your chance to influence how we plan transportation on campus, from infrastructure upgrades to programs that support sustainability, climate action, wellness and more efficient transportation networks. Participants have the option of being entered in a draw to win a $500 grocery store gift certificate or one of 10 $50 food vouchers to Degrees, Campo or Starbucks. Take the 2025 Campus Commute Survey now<https://survey.alchemer-ca.com/s3/50400523/UM-Campus-Commute-Survey-2025>. Thanks to everyone who has already completed the survey! The survey was reviewed by the UM Survey Review Committee and is administered by the Green Action Centre. All responses are reported in aggregate to protect your privacy. Questions? Contact the Office of Sustainability<mailto:sustainability@umanitoba.ca>. Sincerely, Mark Torchia, Vice-Provost (Learning, Analytics, and Academic Infrastructure), and Raman Dhaliwal, Associate Vice-President (Administration) and Chief Risk Officer, Co-Chairs of the UM Sustainability Committee

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Graduate Studies Open House - November 3rd
by VP Students 23 Oct '25

23 Oct '25

The message below is shared on behalf of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies. ________________________________ [cid:image001.png@01DC43FF.E37AF580] We are excited to invite you to attend the Graduate Studies Open House that the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies is hosting. This event is a chance for you to learn more about the Master’s, PhD, and Micro-Diploma programs available at the University of Manitoba. Whether you are considering graduate school in the near future or are simply exploring your options, the Graduate Studies Open House will provide valuable information and opportunities to connect with faculty, staff, and current graduate students. Event Details: 📅 Date: Monday November 3, 2025 🕒 Time:10:00am - 2:00pm 📍 Location: Multi-Purpose Room - 2nd Floor, UMSU University Centre ➡️ Register to attend here: https://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=a80d3fc8-ab1f-469d-9d0a-1c7a1fe… Please take this opportunity to discover the wide range of graduate-level programs UM has to offer. This message is available in alternate formats upon request to graduate.studies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:graduate.studies@umanitoba.ca> ________________________________

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Unscheduled Service Outage – Aurora login is unavailable
by Service Desk Communication 20 Oct '25

20 Oct '25

Unscheduled Service Outage – Aurora login is unavailable Please be advised that we are currently experiencing intermittent issues logging into Aurora and potentially other applications due to the Amazon AWS global outage. The vendor has been contacted and we are working with them to resolve this issue. Please do not hesitate to contact the Service Desk if you have any questions. Thank you, Service Desk Information Services & Technology University of Manitoba 123 Fletcher Argue 230 Neil John MacLean Library 204-474-8600 Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca> This message is available in alternate formats upon request to ServiceDeskLeadership(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:ServiceDeskLeadership@umanitoba.ca>. ************************************************************************************************************* This communication is intended for the use of the recipient to which it is addressed, and may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information. Please contact us immediately if you are not the intended recipient of this communication, and do not copy, distribute, or take action relying on it. Any communication received in error, or subsequent reply, should be deleted or destroyed. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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RFHS Graduate Studies Open House - REGISTRATION IS OPEN!
by RFHS Graduate and Post-Doctoral Studies 20 Oct '25

20 Oct '25

RFHS Graduate Studies Open House [cid:image001.jpg@01DC41D0.82180ED0] Friday, November 14, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. | Bannatyne Campus Theatre B This event will be your introduction to graduate studies at the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences and will feature presentations on selected programs, networking opportunities with professors and students, a pizza lunch and coffee break, a raffle, and an information village. You are also invited to leave your resumés at individual program booths for summer job opportunities. Register here: https://forms.office.com/r/xmiqTeTkYF (Departments participating the Open House & Event Schedule attached in the registration link above) Any questions, please contact rfhsgraduatestudies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:rfhsgraduatestudies@umanitoba.ca>.

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UM Campus Commute Survey 2025
by Office of Sustainability 20 Oct '25

20 Oct '25

[Campus Commute Survey] This message is sent on behalf of Mark Torchia and Raman Dhaliwal, Co-Chairs of the UM Sustainability Committee UM Community, Your daily commute matters - and we want to hear from you! The 2025 Campus Commute Survey<https://umanitoba.ca/sustainability/CampusCommute> is your chance to influence how we plan transportation on campus, from infrastructure upgrades to programs that support sustainability, climate action, wellness and more efficient transportation networks. Take the survey between October 20 and 31, 2025 and you'll be entered to win one of these awesome prizes: * $500 grocery store gift certificate * One of 10 $50 gift vouchers to Degrees, Campo, or Starbucks It only takes about 10 minutes, and your input helps shape real change. Take the 2025 Campus Commute Survey now<https://umanitoba.ca/campuscommute>. The survey was reviewed by the UM Survey Review Committee and is administered by the Green Action Centre. All responses are reported in aggregate to protect your privacy. Questions? Contact the Office of Sustainability<mailto:sustainability@umanitoba.ca>. Thank you for your feedback, Mark Torchia, Vice-Provost (Learning, Analytics, and Academic Infrastructure), and Raman Dhaliwal, Associate Vice-President (Administration) and Chief Risk Officer, Co-Chairs of the UM Sustainability Committee

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Tell us what you think
by VP Students 10 Oct '25

10 Oct '25

[Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with low confidence] Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) Dear University of Manitoba Student, The University of Manitoba is committed to providing an exceptional student experience that helps you learn, grow, and achieve your goals and aspirations. As part of this commitment, we're inviting you to take a few minutes to complete our Awareness and Perception Survey. Your feedback is invaluable and will help shape UM's future communications and engagement efforts. You should have received an email from UM's Brand team with your personalized survey link. The survey is being conducted by Academica Group Inc. on our behalf to ensure all individual responses remain completely confidential. As a thank you for completing the survey, you'll be entered into a draw to win one of 16 prizes, including: * One prize of a $500 gift card from the UM BookStore, * Five prizes of $100 gift cards from Amazon, * 10 prizes of $50 gift cards from UM Dining Services. The survey is open until Friday, October 17 at midnight and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Thank you in advance for sharing your perspective and helping strengthen the UM experience for all students. Laurie M. Schnarr, MA (she/her) Vice-Provost (Students) Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) University of Manitoba 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - vp.students(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:vp.students@umanitoba.ca> Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences I acknowledge, with humility and gratitude, that the University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininew, Anisininew, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. As a white settler of English and German descent I am committed to walking alongside Indigenous students, colleagues, friends, and neighbours and doing the work that is necessary to honour the truth, and contribute through meaningful action to lasting positive change. The information contained in this transmission is confidential and intended only for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and permanently delete the original message, attachments and all copies. [UMLogoSignature] [cid:image003.png@01DC39EC.27C59EC0]

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Reminder - Participate in the 2025 UM Community Experiences Survey (UMCES)
by Jennifer Dengate 02 Oct '25

02 Oct '25

Greetings Students, This message is to remind you of the opportunity to participate in the 2025 UM Community Experiences Survey<https://cssrp.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5umJRCnc4aEMUZw>. Tell us how you feel about being part of the UM community. The survey will help us: * Understand how students, staff, and faculty experience UM * Identify areas of systemic inequity and necessary actions * Measure progress on university goals and priorities * Ensure the university remains accountable to the UM community Link to access survey: https://cssrp.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5umJRCnc4aEMUZw Students can also access the survey through Aurora ("Resources" section). Support the UM Food Bank Your participation also supports the UM Food Bank. For every 1,000 people who take part in this survey, the UM Food Bank will receive $500, up to a maximum of $4,000. The deadline to complete the survey is October 6, 2025. Contact Information The UM Community Experiences Survey is being conducted by the Office of Equity Transformation<https://umanitoba.ca/equity-transformation/office>. If you experience difficulties accessing the survey and need immediate assistance, please contact Dr. Jennifer Dengate, Director of EDI Research and Projects at Jennifer.Dengate(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jennifer.Dengate@umanitoba.ca>. If you have general questions or any concerns about this survey, please feel free to contact the Office of Equity Transformation at UMCES(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:UMCES@umanitoba.ca>. Thank you! Your insights will support our efforts to build a university where all community members are supported and valued. Sincerely, Tina Chen (Vice-Provost Equity) and Jennifer Dengate (Director of EDI Research and Projects) Jennifer Dengate, PhD (she/her) Director Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Research & Projects Office of Equity Transformation University of Manitoba [cid:22b76823-8e5a-4e29-baa3-7ba0c5dc14e4]

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Don't Miss Out : Call for Applications - 2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase (URS)
by Poster Competition 25 Sep '25

25 Sep '25

Dear UM Students, The Undergraduate Research Showcase is filling up fast! Be sure to register<https://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/undergraduate-research-…> by Monday, September 29 to secure your spot and share your research. Not presenting? No problem! You are welcome to attend and explore the incredible projects your peers are working on. Don't miss this opportunity to connect, learn, and be inspired! Kind regards, Olivia [cid:image003.png@01DC2E12.4DBB45C0] Olivia Onyemaenu Confidential Assistant, Office of the V.P (Research and International) 410 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Circle University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB, Canada R3T 2N2 Phone: (204-474-6915) E-mail: Olivia.Onyemaenu(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Olivia.Onyemaenu@umanitoba.ca> The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininew, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. From: AVP PKMI <AVP.PKMI(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Thursday, September 25, 2025 10:25 AM Subject: Call for Applications - 2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase (URS) [cid:image001.png@01DB04F6.58275440] This message is sent on behalf of Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden, Associate Vice-President (Partnerships, Knowledge Mobilization, and Innovation) Dear UM Students, We're thrilled to invite you to the 2025 Undergraduate Research Showcase (URS)<https://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/undergraduate-research-…> - a one-day event celebrating the innovative research and scholarly work of UM undergraduate students. Let us know what you did last summer and join us on Thursday, October 16, 2025, to present your summer research through oral or poster presentations, connect with fellow student researchers, and compete for a share of $6,500 in cash prizes! Who Can Register? All UM undergraduate students who meet the following criteria are welcome to participate: * Currently enrolled at UM or graduated in Spring 2025 (as long as your research was completed during your undergraduate studies). * On track to complete a UM undergraduate degree. * Supervised by a UM-affiliated researcher (e.g., through URA, NSERC USRA, or similar programs). * Students in Honours thesis programs or special Honours courses are also eligible. Presentation Categories: Choose the category that best fits your research or creative work: * Applied Sciences * Health Sciences * Natural Sciences * Social Sciences and Humanities * Creative Works Event Details: * Date: Thursday, October 16, 2025 * Location: Multipurpose Room (MPR), University Centre, Fort Garry Campus * Registration Deadline: Monday, September 29, 2025 For full details and to register, please visit our website<https://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/undergraduate-research-…>. Questions? Reach out to us at postcomp(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:postcomp@umanitoba.ca>. We encourage all students to attend and explore the exciting research and studies being conducted by your peers. It's a fantastic opportunity to engage with the UM community, get inspired, and celebrate the creativity and curiosity driving undergraduate research. We look forward to seeing you there! Warmest regards, Hans-Joachim ==================== Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden (he/his) Professor, Department of Microbiology Laboratory for Biomolecular Design and Function Associate Vice-President Partnership, Knowledge Mobilisation & Innovation University of Manitoba 407 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Cir, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2, Canada E: hans-joachim.wieden(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:hans-joachim.wieden@umanitoba.ca> P: +1.204.474.9568 (office) P: +1.431.336.3767 (mobile) [cid:image002.png@01DB04F6.58275440] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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