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Myumanitoba.ca has moved - Please remove and re-add your account on all devices
by IT Service Desk 26 Aug '20

26 Aug '20

To all UM students and alumni, Thank you for your attention to these important instructions from UM Information Services and Technology (IST). *****This message is being sent to both your old and new mailboxes.**** Your email address has been moved to a new mailbox. Starting this week, all university email will be sent to your new mailbox. Please remove and re-add your mailbox on all your devices and sign in again with your UM email address and password to see your latest email messages. Instructions for setting up student email: http://umanitoba.ca/computing/ist/email/studentemailhelpresource.html If you are concerned about missing new email, please check your webmail: https://umanitoba.ca/webmail/ 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 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. {CMI: MCID2501489}

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Important Update to Access Student Email
by IT Service Desk 25 Aug '20

25 Aug '20

The university has moved students and alumni into the same Microsoft environment as faculty and staff. This will enable faculty, staff and students to collaborate using Microsoft 365 tools like Teams and OneDrive. Enrolled students: As of August 24, all enrolled students have a new Inbox. All of your email will be migrated to your new Inbox within the next two weeks. To access any new email messages i.e. received within the last four weeks, log into your old Inbox. Alumni and accepted students: As of August 24, all accepted students (not currently registered for classes) and alumni have a new Inbox. Your new Inbox will contain new messages. Log in to your old Inbox to access all messages received before August 24. To access your new Inbox: 1. Visit http://365.myumanitoba.ca. 2. Sign-in using your UMnetID(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:umnetid@myumanitoba.ca> email address and password. To access your old Inbox: 1. Visit http://portal.office.com. 2. Sign in using UMnetID(a)myumanitoba.onmicrosoft.com<mailto:UMnetID@myumanitoba.onmicrosoft.com> and your password. 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 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. {CMI: MCID2498795}

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Final Reminder - Student Email  Outage Begins Tomorrow Until August 24
by IT Service Desk 20 Aug '20

20 Aug '20

Students at the University of Manitoba will be without email access beginning tomorrow August 21 at 4:30 p.m. until Monday, August 24 at 8:30 a.m.   Aurora Waitlist notifications will be paused during this outage. Students will be able to access their email after 8:30 a.m. Monday August 24. A notification will be posted on the University of Manitoba website’s Microsoft 365<https://umanitoba.ca/microsoft-365> webpage and on social media when email access is restored. Read the  article on UM Today for complete details.  How to access your email on August 24 Enrolled students will see older email gradually added to their new Inbox over the next few weeks. In the meantime, please access your old Inbox to view all messages. See instructions below. Alumni and accepted (but not enrolled) students must access their old Inbox to view all messages received before August 24. To access your new Inbox: 1. Visit http://365.myumanitoba.ca<http://365.myumanitoba.ca/>. 1. Sign-in using your UMnetID(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:umnetid@myumanitoba.ca> email address and password. To access your old Inbox: 1. Visit http://365.myumanitoba.ca<http://365.myumanitoba.ca/>. 2. Sign in using UMnetID(a)myumanitoba.onmicrosoft.com<mailto:UMnetID@myumanitoba.onmicrosoft.com> and your password. Thank you in advance for your support.

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Student Email Outage Aug 21-24
by IT Service Desk 13 Aug '20

13 Aug '20

  In order to add students to the same UM Microsoft environment as UM faculty, staff, and researchers, UM student email will be unavailable from Friday, August 21st at 4:30 P.M. to Monday, August 24th at 8:30 A.M. This will enable students to use Microsoft Office 365 tools, such as Teams or OneDrive, and to collaborate seamlessly with all members of the UM community.   During this brief outage, email access will remain available for faculty, researchers, and staff.      Students will have the following experience    * Email unavailable:  You will have no access to your UM email accounts after 4:30 p.m. on August 22 until 8:30 a.m. August 24. However, your Inbox will continue to receive email during the outage. * Waitlist paused: Aurora Waitlist notifications will not be sent out during the outage. The Registrar will resume notifying waitlisted students of course availability once email access is restored. * Access restored:  Your Inbox will continue to receive email during the outage. Once the service is restored, your email will gradually appear in your Inbox.  Your most recent email will appear first, followed by older messages over a period of several hours.  Remember to back up files from OneDrive and SharePoint * Back up OneDrive:  Files stored in your UM OneDrive will not be moved to the new environment.  To avoid losing your files, follow these instructions<https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/download-files-and-folders-from-…> to download files from OneDrive to your computer.  You will have access to a new OneDrive folder after August 24.  * Back up SharePoint: Files stored in SharePoint will not be moved to the new environment. If you are storing important files in a SharePoint site, download them to your computer as a precaution. You will be able to access your email after 8:30 a.m. Monday, August 24.  Please direct any questions to the IST Service Desk at 204-474-8600.  Thank you in advance for your support. {CMI: MCID2483250}

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Sport and Recreation Fees
by Susan Carvell 30 Jul '20

30 Jul '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear Students, The Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management (FKRM) has been actively working with UM's COVID-19 Recovery Working Group on a phased approach to re-opening sport and recreation facilities at both the Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses. As such, the Sport and Rec Fee will be applied to all UM students' tuition at a reduced rate for the Fall Term. The rate, 70 per cent of the standard Sport and Rec Fee, will be assessed at $62.92 for full-time students and $47.18 for part-time students. The partial assessment of the Sport and Rec Fee enables UM sport and recreation facilities and services to operate and safely support students through access to facilities and programming (on-site and online) that contribute to physical health, mental wellbeing and student success. At present, the Active Living Centre at the Fort Garry campus, including group fitness class offerings, are operational at reduced capacity with changes to processes to ensure government, health and UM regulations related to COVID-19 are met. * All users are being asked to complete a waiver, provided by email from Recreation Services, before they can access the facilities and make bookings. [*] Changes to booking procedures are highlighted on the Recreation Services website<http://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services/membersh…> * Locker/change rooms on the main floor, adjacent to the Active Living Centre, are open for day-use, however, showers are not available. * Single-stall gender-inclusive washrooms, located on every floor of the Active Living Centre, are open and available for use. While the Frank Kennedy Centre, including gyms, studios, courts, the community change room, and the Joyce Fromson Pool remain closed, feasibility to re-open those areas in alignment with health regulations will continue to be evaluated. An announcement about the re-opening of the Joe Doupe Recreation Centre at the Bannatyne campus is forthcoming. Please visit the Recreation Services website<http://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services/membersh…> for more information about changes and updates. Statement of inclusion: At the University of Manitoba, we are committed to equity of access and opportunity for all members, UM students, faculty and staff. We welcome you to a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone-from all backgrounds and perspectives-is respected, valued, and can enjoy an exceptional experience.

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ALC to re-open Monday, July 27
by Rec Services 21 Jul '20

21 Jul '20

The Active Living Centre is re-opening Monday, July 27. The opening of the Active Living Centre is an important step in the process to recovery and re-opening at UM as its function supports our commitment to active living and the wellness of our entire community. Ordinarily UM students pay the Sport and Rec Fee<http://umanitoba.ca/registrar/tuition-fees> as a part of tuition costs to access Sport and Recreation Facilities<http://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/sport-and-recreation-facilit…>. This fee was not applied for Summer Term. As the Active Living Centre closed its doors on March 13, a month before the end of Winter Term, UM students who were enrolled in Winter Term 2020 will be able to re-activate their student membership to use the Active Living Centre for the remainder of the summer, honouring the fee they had paid for Winter Term. Students should watch for a follow up email from Recreation Services in the coming week with details on how to re-activate their student membership. To ensure the health and safety of everyone and in order to meet, and exceed government regulations, important changes to operations have been made: * Hours of operation will be Monday through Sunday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. * To ensure physical distancing, there will be a 100-member capacity in the facility at any one time. This represents approximately 25 per cent of the Active Living Centre’s capacity. * Members will book 90-minute workout blocks to guarantee a workout time. Booking details to come. * Thorough facility cleaning and sanitization will occur in-between blocks. Hand sanitizer will be available at the entrance, at the exit and throughout the facility. Participants will be asked to apply hand sanitizer immediately after entry and upon leaving the facilities. * Water fountains will be turned off (please bring your own water or sports drinks). * Group fitness classes will also be offered, but on a reduced basis. Before entering the facility, staff and participants must use the self-screening tool<https://sharedhealthmb.ca/covid19/screening-tool/>. Entry will not be allowed entry if anyone presents with COVID-19 symptoms. The Recreation Services website<http://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services/membersh…> outlines the details of the re-opening and everything you will need to know before returning, in addition to information about membership and changes to services. Some of those changes include: * Suspension of towel service * The Joyce Fromson Pool, showers and sauna will remain closed * The gymnasiums and courts will remain closed * Due to COVID-19 procedures at the Bannatyne campus, Joe Doupe Recreation Centre will not be re-opening at this time. The UM Recreation Services team is excited to be able to open the doors and begin moving forward in supporting the fitness goals of the UM community and membership. “We thank you for your patience as we continue to work toward a strategic and safe re-opening,” said Tanya Angus, Director, Recreation Services. “We look forward to welcoming you back.” Follow Recreation Services on social media (Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/UofMRecreationServices>, Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/uofmrecservices/>) for more news and updates. Sincerely, Recreation Services

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University of Manitoba Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in the time of COVID-19
by Jackie Gruber 13 Jul '20

13 Jul '20

[https://surveymonkey-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/collector/263621746/image_uplo…]<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NW8BPHZ> University of Manitoba Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in the time of COVID-19 Survey<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/NW8BPHZ> On behalf of Women in Science Development, Outreach and Mentoring, University of Manitoba we invite you to take this survey.

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Fort Garry Campus Student Locker Access Available July 20-24
by Marcia Davies 09 Jul '20

09 Jul '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Good afternoon Students. In March, we made the difficult decision to close the campus as part of the community effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. This decision was made within a tight timeframe, and many of you were unable to retrieve personal belongings from your locker. To support you in collecting any needed personal items, the Fort Garry campus will be hosting a locker clean-out week from Monday, July 20th until Friday, July 24th from 9:00am until 4:00pm. As noted below, each day of the week a specific zone of the campus will be opened to allow students within that zone to retrieve their belongings and clean out their lockers. No registration is required. All students participating in this clean-out exercise must adhere to the following safety precautions: q While not mandatory, you are encouraged to wear a mask while visiting campus. q If you have returned from international or domestic travel in the last 14 days or have cold or flu-like symptoms (cough, fever, runny nose, sore throat, headache, etc.) you are not permitted to participate. q A designated free parking lot and check-in station for each zone has been established and must be used while visiting. Consult the table below to identify your zone, parking lot, and check-in station. q All other entrances to buildings will be locked and inaccessible and all other parking lots will operate under normal ticketing rules. q While outside and inside, you must make every effort to ensure a 2 metre distance between you and others. Thank you in advance for your support. All my best. …Laurie Laurie M. Schnarr, MA Vice-Provost (Students) Student Affairs Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature] Zone Date Description Parking Check-In Station 1 Jul 20 “Arts” B Lot Fletcher Argue East Entrance 2 Jul 21 “Science” Q Lot Armes Link (South Side of Parker Building) 3 Jul 22 Engineering Architecture Nursing P Lot William Norrie Walkway in front of Russell 4 Jul 23 Asper Fine Arts Music B Lot Art Lab North Entrance 5 Jul 24 Extended Education Agriculture Y Lot Extended Education East Entrance [A close up of a map Description automatically generated]

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Returning home: A message from President Benarroch
by President's Office 06 Jul '20

06 Jul '20

Dear University Community, I am grateful and honoured to be coming home to the University of Manitoba. Thank you for welcoming me as your 12th President and Vice-Chancellor. My tenure begins during a time of global disruption, and I am deeply committed to working with all of you to rise to the occasion and continue to support the success and well-being of our province and its amazing people. I look forward to connecting with as many of you as possible in person, when circumstances allow; for now I am pleased to have the opportunity to share with you, in this brief introductory video<https://vimeo.com/435770896>, the values and commitments I bring to this new role. Sincerely, Michael Michael Benarroch, Ph.D. President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building, University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Canada Telephone: 204-474-9345 Email: president(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:president@umanitoba.ca> [cid:image003.png@01D6539B.B625B890]

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Welcoming Dr. Michael Benarroch, UM’s 12th President & Vice-Chancellor
by University of Manitoba 02 Jul '20

02 Jul '20

The following message is sent on behalf of Chancellor Anne Mahon and Jeff Lieberman, Chair, Presidential Search Committee and Chair, UM Board of Governors Welcoming Dr. Michael Benarroch, UM’s 12th President & Vice-Chancellor<https://news.umanitoba.ca/welcoming-dr-michael-benarroch-ums-12th-president…> Dr. Benarroch took office on July 1, 2020 We are pleased to welcome Dr. Michael Benarroch back home to Manitoba to lead the University of Manitoba as our 12th President and Vice-Chancellor. Throughout the presidential search, we were compelled by Dr. Benarroch’s deep commitment to the values expressed in UM’s mission and vision and by his capacity to develop and articulate a shared institutional purpose and strategy. We are confident that he will advance the university’s reputation for driving discovery and inspiring minds through innovative teaching and research. He is also a highly regarded community leader who will continue to strengthen partnerships and ensure UM remains guided and informed by Indigenous knowledge and perspectives. He is keen to continue to build and foster a culture of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion and to address matters of racism, discrimination and sexual violence proactively and directly. Dr. Benarroch brings to this role his inspiring energy and passion for the life-changing possibilities of higher education and his dedication to the province and the UM community. Those of us who have had the opportunity to work and meet with him know Dr. Benarroch to be a warm, collegial and dedicated leader who cares deeply about the success of this university, this province and its people. We look forward to his return, in this new capacity, to the University of Manitoba community. Born in Tangier, Morocco, Dr. Benarroch immigrated to Canada with his family when he was three years old and considers Winnipeg his home. Along with his three brothers, he was the first in his family to attend university and holds a BA (Hons) from the University of Winnipeg, a MA in economics from Western University, and a PhD in economics from Carleton University. >From 2013 to 2017, he led the I. H. Asper School of Business as dean<https://news.umanitoba.ca/michael-benarroch-stepping-down-as-dean-of-the-i-…> where he enhanced its overall reputation and community partnerships. Working with Indigenous faculty, students and community members, he helped strengthen what is now the Indigenous Business Education Program so that it has recently enjoyed unparalleled success, graduating more and more diverse students than ever before. Dr. Benarroch returns to Manitoba from Ryerson University, where he served with distinction as provost and vice-president, academic. An internationally-recognized economist, Dr. Benarroch has most recently been sought after for his views on how to manage the recession<https://news.umanitoba.ca/life-in-a-post-covid-19-world/> resulting from COVID-19. He has a special interest in the global economic outlook, the impact of trade on the environment and government economic policy. We know that all members of the university community join us in welcoming him home, and look forward to working with him in the years to come as we advance the university’s mission to the benefit of our students, faculty, staff, alumni and friends. Anne Mahon Chancellor Jeff Lieberman Chair of the Presidential Search Committee Chair of the UM Board of Governors

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Scheduled System Maintenance for UM Learn from 9am to 11am, June 27th, 2020
by IT Service Desk 24 Jun '20

24 Jun '20

UM Learn will be unavailable on June 27, 2020 from 9:00 a.m. to 11.00 a.m. After this system refresh, use your UM email address instead of your UMNetID to log in. On the new UM Learn login page, click the UM Learn Login button (Figure 1) and you will be taken to the new login page (Figure 2). If you require further login assistance, visit the UM Learn Resources Page<https://centre.cc.umanitoba.ca/technology/umlearn/>. [cid:946139a662969d7303e03a4a2a896a9f184360606c@Cherwell.com] Figure 1. Select ‘UM Learn Login’ to access UM Learn. [cid:946139a662d26e950d2c9442018f311a9ce7d17e03@Cherwell.com] Figure 2. The new login page requires your UM email (instead of your UMNetID) and password. 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 North America Toll Free: 844-616-1756 Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca> {CMI: MCID2428731}

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Re: [UofM notice] Reminder: Invitation to complete a survey on travel and COVID-19
by Michelle Driedger 27 May '20

27 May '20

FINAL REMINDER Students, tell us about your thoughts on travel and COVID-19! Two weeks ago you were invited to participate in a survey on this important topic. If you have not already done so, we would really appreciate if you could complete the survey. The original invitation with details are found below. The survey closes Monday June 1! [The winner of the draw prize can expect to be contacted by June 12, the latest.] If you have already completed the survey, thank you so much for doing this! Please access the survey HERE: https://questionnaire.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx?s=1bcabbff-4749-4d70-97d6-b… Michelle Driedger Professor Community Health Sciences Rady Faculty of Health Sciences The containment of an emerging virus, such as the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (causing the COVID-19 disease), is dependent on controlling transmission of the disease between countries. Travelers are a primary factor in the spread of infectious diseases across borders and have been instrumental in spreading COVID-19 around the world. To try and control the spread of the disease, it is important to better understand people's travel health knowledge and practices. This will help government agencies better contain this disease outbreak and control the spread of other infectious diseases in the future. UM students (both domestic and international) can play a major role in helping us better understand travel health for people currently enrolled in university. We are therefore inviting you to participate in a survey on your travel knowledge, activities and practices. The survey also includes specific questions on your knowledge and practices for COVID-19, and on university communications on COVID-19. This will help universities improve their communications for both this and future outbreaks. The survey may be accessed at the link provided below. It should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. You can do this survey in one sitting, or provided that you do not close your browser window, can return to complete your responses later. This research is being done in partnership Dr. Cindy Jardine and her study team at the University of the Fraser Valley. All anonymized survey data analysis will be conducted off-site. To see more details about what you consenting to, including information on privacy, long-term data management and data security, please see the attached Consent Disclosure Statement. To thank you for your participation, at the end of the survey, you will be invited to enter your name into a draw for a MacBook Air (value of approximately $1,500). Your contact information for the draw will not be used to link to your survey answers in any way. Your chance of winning depends on the number of survey participants. The draw will occur within one week of the survey closing. We are also seeking participants for the second part of our study. We would like to invite you to be part of a focus group to get more detailed information and context for the survey responses. If you are selected for a focus group you will receive a gift of $50 for your time (either cash or an electronic gift card depending on physical distancing measures in place at the time of the focus group). The focus groups will take about one and a half hours. At the end of the survey, you will be asked to provide your name and contact information (telephone and/or email) ONLY IF you would like to enter your name into the draw and/or to be considered for a follow-up focus group. We will share results from this research in a summary report available on the University of Manitoba website. This research is being conducted by Dr. Michelle Driedger, Professor, Department of Community Health Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, UM (email: michelle.driedger(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:michelle.driedger@umanitoba.ca>; telephone: 204-789-3936). Please contact Dr. Driedger if you have any questions about the survey. If you have any concerns regarding your rights or welfare as a participant in this research study, please contact the Ethics Office at 204-789-3255 or bannatynereb(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bannatynereb@umanitoba.ca>. This research project has been reviewed and approved by the University of Manitoba Health Research Ethics Board (Protocol # H2020:223). Notice Regarding Collection, Use, and Disclosure of Personal Information by the University Your personal information and personal health information is being collected under the authority of The University of Manitoba Act. The information you provide will be used for the purpose of this approved research study. Your personal information and personal health information will not be used or disclosed for other purposes, unless permitted by The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA). If you have any questions about the collection of your information, contact the Access & Privacy Office (tel. 204-474-9462), 233 Elizabeth Dafoe Library, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2. Completion of this survey is your consent to be part of this research. Please access the survey HERE: https://questionnaire.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx?s=1bcabbff-4749-4d70-97d6-b… Thank you for taking the time to participate in this research! S. Michelle Driedger, PhD Professor and Graduate Program Director Department of Community Health Sciences Max Rady College of Medicine Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba S113-750 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3E 0W3 Tel: 204-789-3936 Fax: 204-789-3905

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Reminder: Invitation to complete a survey on travel and COVID-19
by Michelle Driedger 14 May '20

14 May '20

Students, tell us about your thoughts on travel and COVID-19! A few days ago you were invited to participate in a survey on this important topic. If you have not already done so, we would really appreciate if you could complete the survey. The original invitation with details are found below. If you have already completed the survey, thank you so much for doing this! Please access the survey HERE: https://questionnaire.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx?s=1bcabbff-4749-4d70-97d6-b… Michelle Driedger Professor Community Health Sciences Rady Faculty of Health Sciences The containment of an emerging virus, such as the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (causing the COVID-19 disease), is dependent on controlling transmission of the disease between countries. Travelers are a primary factor in the spread of infectious diseases across borders and have been instrumental in spreading COVID-19 around the world. To try and control the spread of the disease, it is important to better understand people's travel health knowledge and practices. This will help government agencies better contain this disease outbreak and control the spread of other infectious diseases in the future. UM students (both domestic and international) can play a major role in helping us better understand travel health for people currently enrolled in university. We are therefore inviting you to participate in a survey on your travel knowledge, activities and practices. The survey also includes specific questions on your knowledge and practices for COVID-19, and on university communications on COVID-19. This will help universities improve their communications for both this and future outbreaks. The survey may be accessed at the link provided below. It should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. You can do this survey in one sitting, or provided that you do not close your browser window, can return to complete your responses later. This research is being done in partnership Dr. Cindy Jardine and her study team at the University of the Fraser Valley. All anonymized survey data analysis will be conducted off-site. To see more details about what you consenting to, including information on privacy, long-term data management and data security, please see the attached Consent Disclosure Statement. To thank you for your participation, at the end of the survey, you will be invited to enter your name into a draw for a MacBook Air (value of approximately $1,500). Your contact information for the draw will not be used to link to your survey answers in any way. Your chance of winning depends on the number of survey participants. The draw will occur within one week of the survey closing. We are also seeking participants for the second part of our study. We would like to invite you to be part of a focus group to get more detailed information and context for the survey responses. If you are selected for a focus group you will receive a gift of $50 for your time (either cash or an electronic gift card depending on physical distancing measures in place at the time of the focus group). The focus groups will take about one and a half hours. At the end of the survey, you will be asked to provide your name and contact information (telephone and/or email) ONLY IF you would like to enter your name into the draw and/or to be considered for a follow-up focus group. We will share results from this research in a summary report available on the University of Manitoba website. This research is being conducted by Dr. Michelle Driedger, Professor, Department of Community Health Sciences, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, UM (email: michelle.driedger(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:michelle.driedger@umanitoba.ca>; telephone: 204-789-3936). Please contact Dr. Driedger if you have any questions about the survey. If you have any concerns regarding your rights or welfare as a participant in this research study, please contact the Ethics Office at 204-789-3255 or bannatynereb(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bannatynereb@umanitoba.ca>. This research project has been reviewed and approved by the University of Manitoba Health Research Ethics Board (Protocol # H2020:223). Notice Regarding Collection, Use, and Disclosure of Personal Information by the University Your personal information and personal health information is being collected under the authority of The University of Manitoba Act. The information you provide will be used for the purpose of this approved research study. Your personal information and personal health information will not be used or disclosed for other purposes, unless permitted by The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA). If you have any questions about the collection of your information, contact the Access & Privacy Office (tel. 204-474-9462), 233 Elizabeth Dafoe Library, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2. Completion of this survey is your consent to be part of this research. Please access the survey HERE: https://questionnaire.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx?s=1bcabbff-4749-4d70-97d6-b… Thank you for taking the time to participate in this research! S. Michelle Driedger, PhD Professor and Graduate Program Director Department of Community Health Sciences Max Rady College of Medicine Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba S113-750 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3E 0W3 Tel: 204-789-3936 Fax: 204-789-3905

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Update to UM Students: May 14, 2020
by Marcia Davies 14 May '20

14 May '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear students, I hope you are well and enjoying the early days of spring, despite the unusual circumstances we are navigating together. As many of you know, yesterday we announced the University's plans for Fall Term. At the forefront of our considerations are the safety and well-being of the UM community, and our ongoing commitment to deliver an educational experience of the highest quality for our students. In keeping with public health and government directives, we will be offering the Fall Term primarily remotely, with the exception of a very small number of courses that require in-person delivery. Students will know in advance of registration which courses will be held in person, so you can make informed course selections. While we are all disappointed that we will not be together in person in the Fall, please know that we are exploring every avenue to deliver a robust student experience virtually. We are working in collaboration with UMSU, UMGSA, teaching and learning experts, and the faculties to develop plans that promote student learning, engagement and academic success. This includes opportunities to connect with faculty, other students in your courses and programs; counselling, academic advising and career supports; clubs and much more. Stay tuned for further details as our plans evolve! Here are some key dates to be aware of: · June 15: Registration for Fall and Winter Terms opens for Bannatyne campus programs · July 23: Registration for Fall & Winter Terms opens in Aurora for returning students · September 9: Fall Term classes begin · November 9-13: Fall Break Week · December 12-23: Fall Term exam period · January 5-15, 2021: critical in-person activities, such as labs, associated with some courses offered remotely from September through December 2020 will take place during this period · January 18, 2021: Winter Term 2021 classes begin We understand that you will have many questions about the Fall Term, and we will do our best to answer those on our webpage here<http://www.umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students>. If you still have questions, please direct those to an academic advisor<http://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-advising> in your home faculty/college/school. I will continue to keep you updated as decisions are made, including information about residences, access to campus buildings and facilities, textbooks, and more. As decisions are made, your health and safety and your academic success are our top priorities. We will continue to do all that we can to support you in this transition to remote learning; to ensure that you have opportunities to connect in meaningful ways; and to fully engage you in your learning experience. When the time is right and it is safe to do so, we will reopen buildings and resume in-person operations. We are eager to return to campus, as I know you are too! All my best, Laurie Laurie M. Schnarr, MA Vice-Provost (Students) Student Affairs Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature]

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Invitation to complete a survey on travel and COVID-19
by Michelle Driedger 11 May '20

11 May '20

Students, tell us about your thoughts on travel and COVID-19! The containment of an emerging virus, such as the 2019 Novel Coronavirus (causing the COVID-19 disease), is dependent on controlling transmission of the disease between countries. Travelers are a primary factor in the spread of infectious diseases across borders and have been instrumental in spreading COVID-19 around the world. To try and control the spread of the disease, it is important to better understand people's travel health knowledge and practices. This will help government agencies better contain this disease outbreak and control the spread of other infectious diseases in the future. UM students (both domestic and international) can play a major role in helping us better understand travel health for people currently enrolled in university. We are inviting you to participate in a survey on your travel knowledge, activities and practices. The survey also includes specific questions on your knowledge and practices for COVID-19, and on university communications on COVID-19. This will help universities improve their communications for both this and future outbreaks. The survey may be accessed at the link provided below. It should take 10 to 15 minutes to complete. You can do this survey in one sitting, or provided that you do not close your browser window, can return to complete your responses later. This research is being done in partnership Dr. Cindy Jardine and her study team at the University of the Fraser Valley. All anonymized survey data analysis will be conducted off-site. To see more details about what you consenting to, including information on privacy, long-term data management and data security, please see the attached Consent Disclosure Statement. To thank you for your participation, at the end of the survey, you will be invited to enter your name into a draw for a MacBook Air (value of approximately $1,500). Your contact information for the draw will not be used to link to your survey answers in any way. Your chance of winning depends on the number of survey participants. The draw will occur within one week of the survey closing. We are also seeking participants for the second part of our study. We would like to invite you to be part of a focus group to get more detailed information and context for the survey responses. If you are selected for a focus group you will receive a gift of $50 for your time (either cash or an electronic gift card depending on physical distancing measures in place at the time of the focus group). The focus groups will take about one and a half hours. At the end of the survey, you will be asked to provide your name and contact information (telephone and/or email) ONLY IF you would like to enter your name into the draw and/or to be considered for a follow-up focus group. We will share results from this research in a summary report available on the University of Manitoba website. This research is being conducted by Dr. Michelle Driedger, Professor, Department of Community Health Sciences, at the University of Manitoba (email: michelle.driedger(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:michelle.driedger@umanitoba.ca>). Please contact Dr. Driedger if you have any questions about the survey. If you have any concerns regarding your rights or welfare as a participant in this research study, please contact the Ethics Office at bannatynereb(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:bannatynereb@umanitoba.ca>. This research project has been reviewed and approved by the University of Manitoba Health Research Ethics Board (Protocol #H2020:223). Notice Regarding Collection, Use, and Disclosure of Personal Information by the University Your personal information and personal health information is being collected under the authority of The University of Manitoba Act. The information you provide will be used for the purpose of this approved research study. Your personal information and personal health information will not be used or disclosed for other purposes, unless permitted by The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) and The Personal Health Information Act (PHIA). If you have any questions about the collection of your information, contact the Access & Privacy Office (tel. 204-474-9462), 233 Elizabeth Dafoe Library, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2. Completion of this survey is your consent to be part of this research. Please access the survey HERE: https://questionnaire.simplesurvey.com/f/s.aspx?s=1bcabbff-4749-4d70-97d6-b… Thank you for taking the time to participate in this research! S. Michelle Driedger, PhD Professor and Graduate Program Director Department of Community Health Sciences Max Rady College of Medicine Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba S113-750 Bannatyne Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3E 0W3 Tel: 204-789-3936 Fax: 204-789-3905

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Be wary of gift card requests that seem to be from people you know
by IT Service Desk 07 May '20

07 May '20

Phishing and other scam emails are hitting institutions at a marked increase because of the coronavirus pandemic. One of the most recent fraud scams is the gift card request from the address of an authority figure like a dean or professor. This is the typical progression of this kind of scam: 1. The scammer impersonates the authority figure with a fake email address. 2. You are sent a generic message such as, "Are you available?" 3. If they get a response, the scammer gives some excuse about why they can’t be contacted by phone. 4. The scammer will then make an urgent request. 5. Typically, the request is to purchase iTunes cards or some other gift card currency. 6. If the scammer obtains the numbers on those cards, they can resell them for profit. How do I identify this kind of scam? Recipients of these emails should be wary of the following techniques: * Unsolicited email involving an online financial service or wire transfer. * "Soft opening" techniques, such as brief emails asking whether you are in the office today or other seemingly harmless questions. * Cryptic messages from an authority figure stating there is an urgent matter. * Requests to click links or attachments. What can I do if I think I’ve received one of these messages? If you think you have received an email message from a scammer: * Be careful about replying to the original email with too much information. * Pay attention to the reply-to address. Is it the same as the "From:" address? * Call to confirm with the sender if possible. In some cases, the email account may be compromised. * Hover over suspicious links to reveal the true destination of the URL. * Send the email to spam(a)umanitoba.ca <mailto:spam@umanitoba.ca> or infosec(a)umanitoba.ca <mailto:infosec@umanitoba.ca> for a second look. Check for more information on the Information and Security Compliance website<http://umanitoba.ca/computing/ist/security/index.html>. Remember: Information Security Starts With You! 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 ************************************************************************************************************* 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. {CMI: MCID2390065}

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Essential System Maintenance - Friday May 8th at 5:30 pm to Saturday May 9th at 2:30 am
by IT Service Desk 06 May '20

06 May '20

On Friday, May 8th essential system maintenance will be performed by IST. Most applications and services will be unavailable from 5:30 p.m. on Friday, May 8th to 2:30 a.m. on Saturday, May 9th, including: UManitoba.ca website, Jump, Aurora, Banner, UM Learn, Staff and Student Email, Office 365, SignUM, Jabber, Pulse Secure VPN, Online Libraries access, and other services hosted at the University of Manitoba. Due to this outage, the Service Desk will be closing at 5:30 p.m. on Friday. The Service Desk will re-open at 8:00 a.m. on Monday, May 11th as usual. Thank you for your patience and understanding during this required maintenance period. 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 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. {CMI: MCID2388309}

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Update to UM Students: May 1, 2020
by Marcia Davies 01 May '20

01 May '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear Students, We have received much in the way of good news this week as active cases of COVID-19 in Manitoba continue to decrease and some restrictions are lifted. Congratulations - our hard work is making a difference! Now that exams are finished, many of you are looking ahead to your Summer and Fall Terms. Let me assure you that although campus may be closed right now, your university is open - and will remain open - to fully support your education. As you know, it was announced several weeks ago that all summer term courses would be offered online - either in the usual Distance Education (DE) format (commencing May 4) or as Remote Learning courses (beginning June 1). I am highly encouraged by the number of students who have already registered to take DE courses - your eagerness to continue your studies inspires us all. In this communication I have a few updates and reminders to share: Consider your grading options. Students have four grading options for courses completed in the Winter Term 2020 and courses that spanned both the Fall and Winter Terms 2019-2020: 1. You can keep your letter grades as they are. 2. You can keep your letter grade but have it excluded from your GPA. 3. If you receive a letter grade that you aren't happy with, you can opt to have a "P" appear on your transcript instead. A number of faculties have created quick reference information to help you understand the different grading options, you can read about those here<https://centre.cc.umanitoba.ca/altgrading/>. 4. You can voluntarily withdraw from the course. You will have until 11:59 pm on May 10, 2020 to decide which grading option is best for you. To make your choice, log into UM Learn<https://universityofmanitoba.desire2learn.com/d2l/login> and follow the instructions. Courses that have final grades in Aurora will be added to your record overnight, so if your grades aren't there yet check back again the next day. If you receive a final grade after May 10th you have 10 calendar days to request a change through your home faculty. Registering for Summer Term Remote Learning Courses. To help students who wish to get ahead in their studies, we will be offering an extensive list of Remote Learning courses for the Summer Term. The complete list of course offerings will be made available on Aurora on May 4th. You can register for courses that begin on or after June 1 starting on May 19. (Registration is already open for Summer Term Distance Education courses and Masters/PhD Re-Reg thesis courses.) Check the Registrar's Office website<http://umanitoba.ca/registrar> for more information. Fall Term. The University of Manitoba is committed to delivering an educational experience of the highest quality and will do so in the Fall semester. We are monitoring Public Health and Provincial government directives and are actively exploring a range of course delivery methods, with the health and safety of our campus community at the forefront of our planning. Further details about modes of course delivery in the Fall will be communicated in the coming weeks. Stay tuned! Sharing your voice. The University's EDI Task Force wants to hear about your experiences with equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) at UM. I encourage you to take the time to share your feedback though this survey<https://cssrp.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_agRyoxtmQKqEEnj> so we can ensure that UM is a place where all students, staff and faculty feel recognized, valued, respected and treated fairly. We are regularly updating our new COVID-19 website<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> with dedicated information for students. Please check in often! Enjoy the break between terms, and be sure to take some time to celebrate your tremendous accomplishments this year. Keep safe everyone. All my best, Laurie Schnarr Laurie M. Schnarr, MA Vice-Provost (Students) Student Affairs Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature]

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SURVEY – Perceptions of Indigenous students’ experiences
by Iloradanon Efimoff 30 Apr '20

30 Apr '20

Hi there, I’m writing to invite you to participate in a survey called perceptions of Indigenous student experiences. Indigenous means First Nations (status or non-status), Métis, or Inuit. I’m conducting this survey as part of my Ph.D. research. My goal is to develop educational interventions to reduce prejudice toward Indigenous students at the University of Manitoba. Your participation is completely voluntary. All students (regardless of ethnicity) are welcome to participate. Please do the survey in one sitting. The survey will close on May 6th. The survey takes 25-30 minutes to complete, and participants will be entered into a draw to win one of six $50 cash prizes. If you’d like to participate, please click this link: https://umanitobapsych.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bNrARAJIR0zj2kJ. Háw’aa, thank you, Iloradanon Efimoff Ph.D. Candidate, Social and Personality Psychology Social Justice Laboratory, Supervisor: Dr. Katherine Starzyk University of Manitoba, efimoffi(a)myumanitoba.ca

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FW: New Statistics Canada Survey on Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on post-secondary students
by Marcia Davies 28 Apr '20

28 Apr '20

On behalf of Statistics Canada / De la part de Statistique Canada (Le français suit.) Hello, You will find below an invitation from Statistics Canada to participate in a crowdsourcing collection initiative on how COVID-19 is impacting students. We encourage all students to take part. The data you provide will be helpful for making future plans. Invitation from Statistics Canada: Statistics Canada is collecting data on the "Impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on postsecondary students." Your participation is important: Your voice matters You can provide your perspective on the current crisis, by letting us know how your studies, financial situation and other aspects of your life have been affected by the pandemic. Please take five minutes to participate in this crowdsourcing data collection, and feel free to forward this email to other postsecondary students-the more people that participate, the better the data! Results from this survey will be used by governments and other organizations to evaluate the need for services and assistance programs to support postsecondary students during and after the pandemic. Participating is easy and secure To find out more and to complete our short questionnaire, visit www.statcan.gc.ca/COVID-students<http://www.statcan.gc.ca/COVID-students>. This survey is conducted under the authority of the Statistics Act, which ensures that the information you provide will be kept confidential, and used only for statistical and research purposes. For general enquiries and technical assistance Contact us Monday to Friday (except holidays), from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. (Eastern Time): * 1-877-949-9492 (TTY: 1-800-363-7629) * infostats(a)canada.ca<mailto:infostats@canada.ca> Thank you, Jean Labbé Director, Collection Planning and Research Division Statistics Canada ______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Bonjour, Vous trouverez ci-dessous une invitation de Statistique Canada à participer à une collecte de données sur les répercussions de la COVID-19 sur les étudiants. Cette collecte de données est réalisée au moyen de l'approche participative (crowdsourcing). Nous encourageons la population étudiante à y prendre part. Les données que vous nous fournirez contribueront à la planification à long terme. Invitation de Statistique Canada : Statistique Canada recueille des données sur les <Répercussions de la pandémie de COVID-19 sur les étudiants du niveau postsecondaire >. Votre participation est importante : votre voix compte Vous pouvez partager votre perspective sur la crise actuelle en nous disant quelles sont les répercussions de la pandémie sur vos études, votre situation financière et d'autres aspects de votre vie. Prenez cinq minutes pour participer à cette collecte de données, et n'hésitez pas à transmettre ce courriel à d'autres étudiants du niveau postsecondaire - plus les gens participeront, meilleures seront les données! Les renseignements tirés de cette enquête seront utilisés par les gouvernements et d'autres organisations pour évaluer les besoins en matière de services et de programmes de soutien aux étudiants du niveau postsecondaire, pendant et après la pandémie. Participer est facile et sûr Pour en savoir davantage et pour remplir notre court questionnaire, visitez le www.statcan.gc.ca/COVID-etudiants<http://www.statcan.gc.ca/COVID-etudiants>. Cette enquête est menée en vertu de la Loi sur la statistique, qui garantit que tous les renseignements que vous fournirez demeureront confidentiels et seront utilisés uniquement à des fins statistiques et de recherche. Pour obtenir plus de renseignements ou de l'aide technique Communiquez avec nous du lundi au vendredi (sauf les jours fériés), de 8 h à 19 h (heure de l'Est) : * 1-877-949-9492 (ATS : 1-800-363-7629) * infostats(a)canada.ca<mailto:infostats@canada.ca> Merci, Jean Labbé Directeur, Division de la planification et de la recherche en matière de collecte Statistique Canada

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Update to UM Students: April 24, 2020
by Marcia Davies 24 Apr '20

24 Apr '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Congratulations on completing Winter Term final exams and assignments. To those of you who have fulfilled your final academic requirements and are poised to graduate, well done!! We know that the transition to remote learning and assessment has had its challenges. Your flexibility and determination in meeting the goals you set for yourselves have been inspiring. Outstanding work Bisons!! I have a few updates and reminders for you today: Summer Term. Please remember that we have two registration periods: a) Summer Term Distance Education courses - registration opened April 20 and courses begin May 4th and b) Summer Term Online and Alternative Delivery (STOAD) courses - registration opens on May 19 at 9:00 a.m. The STOAD schedule, which will include an extensive list of courses, will be available to view starting May 4. Other important dates: May 15 Last day to drop/add Summer Term Distance Education courses May 4-19 Students are able to review the full schedule of Summer Term course options May 19 Summer Term registration opens at 9 am June 1 Summer Term Online and Alternative Delivery (STOAD) courses begin Please see the Registrar's Office website<http://umanitoba.ca/registrar> for all important dates for the Summer Term. Textbooks. Librarians are working with instructors to source electronic versions of textbooks for Summer Term 2020 courses. In those cases where this option isn't possible, textbooks can still be ordered online through the University Bookstore, which has established a materials pick-up procedure that allows for physical distancing, at both the Fort Garry and Bannatyne campus locations (see the Bookstore website<http://www.umanitoba.ca/bookstore/> for details). More concrete information about textbooks will be provided in subsequent updates. Sport and Recreation Fee. The Sport and Recreation Fee will not be applied to tuition for Summer Term. You don't have to take any action. Grade options. Now that you've completed your term (yay!), it is time to learn more about the new grading options. Beginning May 1, you can elect to apply grading options until May 10. To better understand these options and how they apply to each faculty, please visit this website<https://centre.cc.umanitoba.ca/altgrading/> and speak to an academic advisor if you have questions. More details on how to apply the various grading options will be communicated to you next week. Government financial resources. The Government of Canada announced the Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB), which provides up to $1,250/month over the summer (May to August) to eligible post-secondary students, including part-time students, those who are set to begin their studies in the summer or fall, and recent graduates. Students with dependents or with disabilities will be eligible for an additional $500/month. Students will be able to apply for this benefit in the coming days and weeks. More information on these enhanced resources can be found on our COVID-19 website<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> under Government Resources, or by visiting the Government of Canada student grants website<https://www.canada.ca/en/services/benefits/education/student-aid/grants-loa…>. Fall Term. No one knows exactly what the world will look like in a few months' time. We are exploring all possibilities for the Fall Term, and planning for every eventuality. Once details become more certain, we will be sure to inform you of how we plan to help you continue your education this fall. Rest assured, the University will be operating and you will be able to continue your studies. New webpage for students We recognize that during this time many students are experiencing additional pressures, including financial, employment, housing, food, or increased caregiving responsibilities. We are continuing to provide supports, programs and services even though we are not physically located on campus. The new umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> is your gateway to the most up-to-date information and resources on and off-campus. This webpage will be updated regularly, as new information emerges, so check back often. Please enjoy this break between terms, stay well, and enjoy the warm weather! All my best. Laurie Schnarr https://news.umanitoba.ca/new-webpage-with-covid-19-information-for-student… Laurie M. Schnarr, MA Vice-Provost (Students) Student Affairs Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature]

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SURVEY – CASH PRIZE – Perceptions of Indigenous Students’ Experiences
by Iloradanon Efimoff 22 Apr '20

22 Apr '20

Hi there, I’m writing to invite you to participate in a survey called “Perceptions of Indigenous Student Experiences.” Indigenous means First Nations (status or non-status), Métis, or Inuit. I’m conducting this survey as part of my Ph.D. research. My goal is to develop educational interventions to reduce prejudice toward Indigenous students at the University of Manitoba. Your participation is completely voluntary. Please do the survey in one sitting. The survey takes 25-30 minutes to complete, and participants will be entered into a draw to win one of six $50 cash prizes. If you’d like to participate, please click this link: https://umanitobapsych.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_bNrARAJIR0zj2kJ Háw’aa, thank you, Iloradanon Efimoff B.A. Applied Psychology (Hons) | M.A. Applied Social Psychology Ph.D. Candidate, Social and Personality Psychology Social Justice Laboratory, Supervisor: Dr. Katherine Starzyk University of Manitoba, efimoffi(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:efimoffi@myumanitoba.ca>

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Message from David T. Barnard, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Manitoba
by President's Office 21 Apr '20

21 Apr '20

Dear students, As we reach the mid-point of our Winter Term exam period, I want to take this opportunity to thank you. Thank you for being resilient and persevering to finish your courses at such a difficult time. Thank you for asking for help when you need it, and for offering your help to others when you are able. Thank you for your patience as the University of Manitoba adapts to new ways of providing the services and supports that you rely on. Despite the circumstances, we are as committed as ever to ensuring you have an outstanding student experience by finding new ways of teaching, learning, and coming together as a community. Good luck on your exams, and know that we are here to support you however you need. If you haven't already, I encourage you to visit our COVID-19 webpage where you will find resources to help you through the end of term. Sincerely, David David T. Barnard, O.M., Ph.D., FRSC President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building, University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Canada Email: president(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:president@umanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.png@01D617C3.4EA0F040]

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Update to UM Students: April 9, 2020
by Marcia Davies 09 Apr '20

09 Apr '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear Students, As we approach the long weekend, I want to thank you for your efforts thus far in adhering to social distancing directives. Current case numbers in Manitoba do not mean that we are out of the woods though. On a holiday weekend when you would normally spend quality time with close friends and family outside your household, I urge you to remain true to our ultimate goal - flattening the curve - by avoiding gatherings and maintaining social distancing measures. I know you've got this! Although I am providing more updates in this communication to you, I am encouraging you to maintain your focus on preparing for exams, and to take advantage of the many resources that have been developed to help you. We have extended the deadline for making decisions on final grades to give you the time and space you need to make your decisions thoughtfully when the time comes to do so. I continue to be immensely proud of how you have adapted and persevered over the past few weeks. I know the resilience you have shown will continue to serve you well throughout the exam period and beyond. Well done. Final exam supports for students. As you prepare for the upcoming exam period, there are several resources, supports and tips to help you navigate online exams. Please visit our new webpage<http://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/final-exam-supports-…> for invaluable information and details on how to report any issues you might have. New Voluntary Withdrawal date. Students enrolled in Winter Term courses and those spanning the Fall and Winter Term, now have until May 10, 2020 to voluntarily withdraw. The previous deadline was April 13. Extra time to consider your grading options. Last week, I announced that all students (except those in the Faculty of Law) can choose to receive a "pass" grade instead of a letter grade for all Winter Term and spanned courses completed by April 2020. You now have until May 10, 2020 to make this decision. More information can be found here<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students#grades>. To help you make the right choice for your personal situation, I encourage you to reach out to an academic advisor<http://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-advising> in your home faculty/college/school. Support for students with visas and study permits. In our new academic reality, it may be a challenge for some students to maintain the credit hours required for their visas and study permits. The University is in close contact with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to find a solution. In the meantime, the Registrar's Office will issue letters to the IRCC indicating that we consider these students fully enrolled, and actively pursuing their studies. UM continues to work with IRCC and we will update you as soon as we have further information. Please reach out to the International Centre<http://umanitoba.ca/international> to connect with an International Student Advisor if you want to discuss your individual situation. Summer Term registration. Registration for Summer Term Distance Education courses and Masters/PhD Re-Reg thesis courses starts on April 20, 2020 at 12 noon. Students wishing to register for Summer Term courses that begin on or after June 1 can do so starting May 19, 2020. A schedule of courses that will be offered in the revised Summer Term will be available on May 4, 2020. Check the Registrar's Office website<http://umanitoba.ca/registrar> for academic schedule dates and financial payment deadlines. Quick answers to your questions. We have reorganized our Student FAQ webpage to make it easier for you to find the information you need about deadlines, grades, student supports and more. Please bookmark this page<http://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students>, and visit often. Follow @umstudent<https://www.instagram.com/umstudent/?hl=en> on Instagram. From Q & As with academic advisors to takeovers on yoga and meditation, this account is a key resource for students to stay connected and up-to-date on all the latest university news and resources. Please continue to take care of yourself physically<https://www.youtube.com/user/UofMRecServices> and mentally<http://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/counselling-resources-emotional-wellne…> during this final stretch of the Winter Term. I am sending you all good wishes for a restful holiday weekend and a successful exam period ahead. All my best, Laurie Schnarr Laurie M. Schnarr, MA Vice-Provost (Students) Student Affairs Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.6919 Confidential Assistant - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. Confidentiality notice: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner. [UMLogoSignature]

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A message from President David T. Barnard, University of Manitoba
by President's Office 08 Apr '20

08 Apr '20

To the University of Manitoba community, Each one of us is experiencing the impact of COVID-19 in our own way. No two experiences are exactly the same, nor could they be when facing a crisis of this magnitude and complexity. Usually, during personally turbulent times, we find comfort and renewed strength by gathering with loved ones, recognizing the support that is inherent within a community of friends and family. Yet, as we approach important festivals of the Abrahamic traditions-Passover, Easter and Ramadan-which previously those who celebrate would mark together in a shared space, we know this unprecedented pandemic demands we chart a new course, discovering alternate ways to connect and bridge the physical distance. As we stay apart from one another and follow with utmost diligence the directives of health officials, my wish for you during this reflective time is to find the harmony and peace that comes from a shared journey to help save lives in Manitoba. Each one of us holds this vital responsibility. These religious holidays of course offer no reprieve for those working at the frontlines of health care. Among them are 600 students<https://news.umanitoba.ca/rady-students-help-with-covid-19-response/> from the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, as well as many of our researchers<https://news.umanitoba.ca/tag/covid-19-outreach-and-research/> and alumni. For your ongoing sacrifice and courage in the battle against COVID-19, I thank you. I also want to thank our faculty who continue to find innovative ways to engage with students, and for the leadership role of our Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning who are ensuring we maintain excellence in our classrooms as they have transformed into virtual learning spaces. I empathize with our students who face even greater challenges now that exam time is approaching. Thank you for continuously adapting to this ever-changing landscape and meeting these challenges head on. Staff members from every part of UM have adjusted to doing their work differently, demonstrating commitment and creativity in the face of circumstances unlike anything most of us have experienced in our careers. This exceptional community gives me hope, and I am eager for us to be together again once distancing restrictions are lifted, when we can learn and create alongside one other in labs, art studios and lecture halls. For now, I find inspiration in myriad traditions from around the world, which remind us to be thankful for our innate ability to persevere, to always seek ways to improve one's self and society, and to find the hope that lives in challenging days. David T. Barnard, O.M., Ph.D., FRSC President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building, University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Canada Email: president(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:president@umanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.png@01D60DC6.170704F0]

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