January 2024 - Advisor-exchange - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Aurora Modernization Project Update
by Elfie Smith 01 Mar '24

01 Mar '24

Hi everyone, Attached is an update on the Aurora Modernization Project with important information about the roll-out approach for 2024. This memo, along with additional information is also available on the project SharePoint site<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/:u:/r/sites/um-intranet-aurora-modernizati…>. My apologies if you have received this through another source already, but we wanted to make sure to reach this group. Please submit any questions through the SharePoint Site<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-aurora-modernization-pro…> and stay tuned for more updates in the coming weeks. Take care! Elfie Elfie Smith, BComm, MA (she/her) Associate Registrar & Director of Service and Records University of Manitoba Mobile: (431) 338-3049 elfie.smith(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:elfie.smith@umanitoba.ca> Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the 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. [UMLogoSignature]

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Charge Ahead Peer Mentor Support
by Stephanie Young 15 Jan '24

15 Jan '24

Hello UM Advisors! Charge Ahead is up and running again for the Winter 2024 term. There are 24 appointment slots available each week, so students are likely to find an appointment time that works for them. We have three undergraduate mentors and one graduate mentor available. The mentors are also running a workshop series on Tuesdays (1:00-2:15) from January 23 - February 14. Our website<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/charge-ahead> includes a link to our booking calendar as well as workshop registration information. Please pass this information along to any students you think would benefit! We have found the most common reason for students attending is staff referrals, so it very much makes a difference. Thanks again for your continued support! Stephanie Young, M.Ed. Student Transitions Lead Student Transitions and Success Centre Student Affairs University of Manitoba 205 Tier Building 204-474-7661 stephanie.young(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:stephanie.young@umanitoba.ca> umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-affairs Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis Nation. [cid:image001.png@01DA47B6.68977FB0]

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Position Announcement
by Ali Wood-Warren 12 Jan '24

12 Jan '24

Happy Friday Everyone, I am pleased to share that Justin Bouchard has accepted the position of Academic Advising Data Visualization Specialist in the Student Transitions and Success Centre. As a longtime UM employee, and through his various roles (Dean of SJC Residences, Student Advocate, Academic Advisor in FAFS, and in the project for this role), I expect Justin is familiar to many reading this message. I am pleased to welcome him (permanently) to the Student Transitions and Success Centre, and back to the Student Affairs family. As the role is new, I'd also like to share a bit about the position and the work Justin will be doing. The Academic Advising and Data Visualization Specialist has two main responsibilities: (1) delivery of academic advising within the Student Transitions and Success Centre (STSC) and (2) development and implementation of academic advising tools and systems across the UM advising community. The position explores and furthers initiatives that support UM student retention and progression, including identification of student populations for whom intrusive academic advising strategies would be of benefit. In partnership with UM units and departments, including Student Affairs, faculty, and other advising offices, Justin will engage in data analysis activities to develop and implement analytical models in order to influence and support evidence-based academic advising strategies and best practices. Justin will continue his work (from the pilot position), including development and maintenance of user-friendly systems (eg, new DW process), interactive visualizations and dashboards, and data analysis in support of the UM advising community. Please join me in congratulating Justin in this new and exciting position! Ali Wood-Warren (she) Director, Student Transitions and Success Centre 205 Tier Building [cid:image003.png@01DA453B.2ED8AD30]Tel: 431 275-0984 Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! Follow us on Instagram! @UMFirstYearCentre<https://www.instagram.com/UMfirstyearcentre/> I am grateful to the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota, Dene, and Red River Metis peoples, on whose lands I live and to the people of Shoal Lake 40, in Treaty 3 territory, whose water I drink.

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Nursing - Updated Application Deadlines for International Students
by Karla Blackwell 08 Jan '24

08 Jan '24

Hello and Happy New Year! A note that the application deadlines for international students applying to Nursing have recently changed, with the February 1st deadline for the Fall 2024 intake quickly approaching. Please note the new deadline dates below if working with any prospective Nursing students. Application Deadlines Fall 2024: International Applicants: February 1, 2024 Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents: April 1, 2024 Winter 2025: International Applicants: June 1, 2024 Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents: August 1, 2024 Summer 2025: International Applicants: October 1, 2024 Canadian Citizens & Permanent Residents: December 1, 2024 Thanks, Karla Karla Blackwell, BSc (HNS) Coordinator Student Services and Advising Team College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba Office 269 Helen Glass, 89 Curry Place Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 [Text Description automatically generated] Phone: 204.474.6733 karla.blackwell(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:karla.blackwell@umanitoba.ca> umanitoba.ca/nursing

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