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UM Café Office Hour
by Lasha Stordeur 19 Apr '24

19 Apr '24

Hello, As some of you may already be aware, UM Café is an online networking and mentoring platform designed to introduce students, alumni and industry partners to one another who meet to exchange knowledge and advice. Please see information on UM Café’s upcoming virtual Office Hour on April 24th at 3:00 p.m. (see below) and feel free to circulate these details with the students that you work with. The virtual event is called “Land Your Dream Job: Top Career Skills Employers Are Looking For”. Attendees will learn from industry experts and researchers about the skills that are in demand which is helpful to have while considering today’s job market! Information on this event as well as a registration link is available on UMConnect. Please feel free to learn more about the event by clicking on this link: https://umanitoba.tenthousandcoffees.com/rsvp/university-of-manitoba-cafe/e… What you'll learn: • The skills employers REALLY want (and how to show you have them!). • How to develop these essential skills – whether you're a student or new grad. • Surprising skills that will give you an edge in your job search. Gain valuable insights from: • Moderator: Dave Wilkin, CEO & Co-founder, 10KC • Panelist 1: Selena Mangos, Manager, Human Capital Consulting, Deloitte • Panelist 2: Ilona Dougherty, Managing Director, Youth and Innovation Project, University of Waterloo 🎉Bonus! Every attendee could win one of seven $20 coffee gift cards! Thank you very much for circulating this information! If you or any of your students have any questions, please reach out anytime and I’d be happy to help you! Kind regards, Lasha Stordeur (She/Her) Career Consultant University of Manitoba, Career Services 474 University Centre, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-6706 | Front desk: (204) 474-9456 [cid:image001.png@01DA9250.C68E3B60] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the national 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.

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Deferred exams and final Admissions Document deadlines
by Jody Dewbury 04 Apr '24

04 Apr '24

Our understanding in Admissions is that last year there was a significant increase in deferred exams due to the new policies in place. At times students applying to professional programs forget that deferred exams might affect their admission. As you are meeting with students who are requesting deferred exams, we would ask that you remind them that if they are applying to any profession undergraduate programs they should do the following: 1. Applicants must inform the Admissions office via email to their program admissions address if they are writing a deferred exam (i.e. admissions.engineering(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:admissions.engineering@umanitoba.ca> or admissions.dentistry(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:admissions.dentistry@umanitoba.ca> etc.) 2. Admissions will need to know the course, the date the exam will be written, and when the grade can be received. 3. Deferred exams must be written, and the marks received in Admissions by the document deadline (typically June 1st). Document deadlines are posted in the program Bulletins. Below is the statement we have across all of our Bulletins: It is the applicant's responsibility to inform the Admissions Office in writing of any deferred exams or grade changes. All final grades, including grade changes must be submitted to the Admissions Office by the document deadline in order for them to be included in the final selection process. Grade changes will not be accepted after the documentation deadline date. If a grade is not available by the documentation deadline date, an 'F' grade will be used in the final admission determination and calculation. If you have any questions about our process or regarding a specific student, feel free to contact our office. Jody Dewbury (she/her) Associate Director Undergraduate Admissions University of Manitoba 424 UMSU University Centre 66 Chancellors Circle Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 www.umanitoba.ca<http://www.umanitoba.ca/> Student Affairs: Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences. The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. [UMLogoSignature]

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UM Advisor Exchange Updates
by Ali Wood-Warren 03 Apr '24

03 Apr '24

Hello to the UM Advising Community! It's been some time since we've had the chance to come together to share, learn, and grow our advising toolkits. The UMAE is an excellent resource and networking opportunity for Academic Advisors and those who offer direct support to students through their time at UM. In past, Brigitte Wiebe provided facilitation support for UMAE and other advising initiatives. As University Advising Services now falls within Student Transitions and Success Centre, we have explored and developed a new model for the Advising Community to come together around advising initiatives, systems and tools, sharing best practices, professional development, etc. In the coming weeks, you'll be invited to a MS Team where we'll be able to store resources, share information and more effectively communicate with each other. If there is information that folks feel is benefit to the UM Advising Community, please feel free to email your announcement to advisor-exchange(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:advisor-exchange@lists.umanitoba.ca> as well. I've tentatively booked May 6 at 1:00 pm for our next UMAE meeting. Once we have the MS Team up and running, we'll send the invitations and an agenda. See you then! Ali Ali Wood-Warren (she) Director, Student Transitions and Success Centre 205 Tier Building [cid:image003.png@01DA85E0.57B32E20]Tel: 431 275-0984 Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! Follow us on Instagram! @UMFirstYearCentre<https://www.instagram.com/UMfirstyearcentre/> I I am grateful to the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Denesuline and the 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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FW: NURS 2100 - Family Caregiving Across the Lifespan
by Karla Blackwell 27 Mar '24

27 Mar '24

Hello, Advisors! I would like to share the following elective course that is being offered this summer: NURS 2100: Introduction to Family Caregiving Across the Lifespan. Important to note, this is an interdisciplinary and intergenerational course - it is applicable to and we welcome students from any department or discipline to register! Please feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Karla [cid:2dbcb18b-7357-4bd0-be0e-d9ff2d54132f] 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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FW: Important information about the observance of Ramadan during the 2024 Winter term exam period
by Ali Wood-Warren 11 Mar '24

11 Mar '24

Please see the message below sent from Laurie Schnarr. Ali Wood-Warren (she) Director, Student Transitions and Success Centre 205 Tier Building [cid:image003.png@01DA739D.65EF1D00]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. ________________________________ [cid:cea46847-2c10-4864-a03f-ea35d8fb033d] Dear Colleagues, Please forward this email to members of your team who provide advisement and support to students in your faculty/college/school. As you may be aware, the upcoming exam period overlaps with the conclusion of Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr. The UM Spiritual Care & Multifaith Centre is offering the following information that we hope is helpful when responding to students who are making deferred exam requests due to their observance of Eid: * Ramadan begins on March 11th, [1] culminating with Eid on April 10th this year (note- the dates vary year to year and may not always overlap with the final exam period). * During this time, students will be fasting during the day (no food or drink), only breaking their fast daily at sundown (approx. 8:00 p.m.). [2] For exams scheduled in evenings that may overlap with this, students should be permitted to defer exams or, if they choose to write the exam, be allowed to eat and drink accordingly. This could vary from student to student. * In addition, sleep is greatly impacted as individuals will be waking at 5:00 a.m.[3] daily and also engaging in nightly prayers. In combination with the daily fasting, this can contribute to feelings of fatigue and difficulty concentrating, which may impact their ability to write morning exams. * Finally, Eid is the most important holiday in the Muslim calendar and should be considered in the same way as Christmas Day or Good Friday. Muslim students should not be expected to write exams on this date. Please note that there is some division in the Muslim community about which date Eid is to be celebrated on, with some celebrating on April 10/11 and others on April 11/12 or April 12/13, depending on the sighting of the New Moon. If you receive deferred exam requests on these grounds, they should be considered valid circumstances. If you have questions about a deferral request, please feel free to contact Heather Morris<mailto:Heather%20Morris%20%3cHeather.Morris@umanitoba.ca%3e>, Edgar French<mailto:Edgar%20French%20%3cEdgar.French@umanitoba.ca%3e>, or Natasha Ali<mailto:Natasha%20Ali%20%3cNatasha.Ali@umanitoba.ca%3e>. Thank you. ....Laurie _________ 1 According to Manitoba Islamic Association, Monday, March 11 is the first day of fasting. 2 The breaking of the fast will vary each day, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. throughout the month. 3 The starting of the fast will also vary each day throughout the month, from 6:20 a.m. to 5:15 a.m. 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 - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 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, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, 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 to lasting positive change. 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] [signature_4028178315] ________________________________ ________________________________ [1] According to Manitoba Islamic Association, Monday March 11 is the first day of fasting. [2] The breaking of the fast will vary each day, from 7:30 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. throughout the month. [3] The starting of the fast will also vary each day throughout the month, from 6:20 a.m. to 5:15 a.m.

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Advisor Note Changes
by Justin Bouchard 29 Feb '24

29 Feb '24

Hi everyone, Many of you were at the Aurora Modernization Project Town hall the other day but we wanted to share a snipped relating to Advising Notes. All other updates can be found here: https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-aurora-modernization-pro… Thanks, [cid:image001.png@01DA6AE6.D9F6E670] Justin Bouchard, BSc (Agribusiness) MEd Academic Advising Data Visualization Specialist | Student Transition and Success Centre First Year Planning Guide<http://www.umanitoba.ca/firstyear> | Important Dates<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/important-dates-deadlines> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/UMfirstyearcentre/> 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.

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Please share: Student Success Week is February 26th - March 1
by Academic Learning 26 Feb '24

26 Feb '24

Hi folks in the UM Advising community, Now is a time of year where you might be seeing students who are struggling or discouraged. This week, Student Affairs is hosting Student Success Week: it's all about helping UM students gain momentum to help carry them forward through the rest of the winter term. Student Success Week (February 26 - March 1): * Offers over 30 events related to careers, academics, well-being, and community involvement * Helps students build awareness of the various services, supports, and opportunities available to them * Promotes strategies and skills for student success * Highlights student stories about their unique experiences at UM in UM Today Please see the events calendar online<https://news.umanitoba.ca/gain-momentum-student-success-week/> and encourage students to attend and participate. Share the attached poster or digital slide with students so they can learn more. We look forward to a great week celebrating student success! On behalf of our partners in Student Affairs, Academic Learning Centre

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Go2Knowledge - University of Manitoba
by ZACHARY LECLERC 13 Feb '24

13 Feb '24

Sent on behalf of Crysal Byer and the Indigenous Student Centre Tansi, Hello everyone! The Indigenous Student Centre has purchased unlimited access to Innovative Educator<https://www.innovativeeducators.org/pages/events> webinars (live or recorded) for one year! This access includes institutional access, which means any UM staff can access this site. Our membership ends on October 31, 2024. I am sharing this with our campus partners and advising leads or unit contacts. Please share with your staff as you wish, and I invite you to browse and use as you like! Please note that by default, I will get usage reports. The University of Manitoba site for recorded webinars is: www.go2knowledge.com/umanitobaca<https://www.go2knowledge.com/umanitobaca> With this membership you can visit the above site to pick and choose which recordings meet your professional development needs. To begin, you will need to create an account, but from then on you can log in. Here are the two options for accessing webinars: 1. Order Live Webinars from the Live Webinar Calendar<https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/e995fd8b95392c109d81a69ce19e63746408f6a8?ur…> 2. Access over 100+ on-demand webinars via the Digital Library Live Webinar Log In Information: Live Webinar Calendar<https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/763888d043fac736ef55e50446c4b4489aabdf79?ur…> Use Code: umanitoba19 How to Order Live Webinars<https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/36a8bfd754dabbaf96d1ab318d7c2262453b872d?ur…> To learn about upcoming webinars you can join the Innovative Educations email list: Join our Community<https://mailtrack.io/trace/link/5268a3a7ce2a6e24196e904197fc0694811e1dc2?ur…> If you have any questions about log in, please contact Alex at alex(a)ieinfo.org<mailto:alex@ieinfo.org>. Miigwech, Kinanaskomitin, Thanks! Crystal Byer, B.A., B.Ed. (she/her) Student Advisor Indigenous Student Centre University of Manitoba 114 Sidney Smith Street, Winnipeg MB R3T 2M6 crystal.byer(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:crystal.byer@umanitoba.ca> https://umanitoba.ca/indigenous/student-experience 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. Zachary LeClerc Outreach Specialist, Student Engagement and Success Vacation Notice: * March 22 - 26 inclusive 107 Tier Building, 173 Dafoe Rd. W Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204.474.8284 zachary.leclerc(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:zachary.leclerc@umanitoba.ca> umanitoba.ca/student/careerservices/<http://umanitoba.ca/student/careerservices/> Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Red River Métis. [UMLogoSignature]

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Valentines Day Fundraiser for the UM Foodbank
by Jane Lastra 12 Feb '24

12 Feb '24

Dear Colleagues, We are excited to announce that the Foodbank team will be running the Love is in the Air, Show you Care - Valentines Fundraiser this week. Event Details: Date: February 14th and 15th Time: 11:00 am - 3:00 pm Location: In front of the UMSU general office Payments: cash only Here's what we have in store for you: * Buy a Bar for a Buck: treat yourself to our delicious chocolates, available for just $1 each (donated by our local partner, Foodfare). * Guess How Many Candies in the Jar: take a guess and win the entire jar! Each guess is only $2. * UM Partner Raffle: exciting prizes from our UM partners! Raffle ticket prices start at $3. The UM Foodbank plays a crucial role in supporting our students, as we currently assist over 600 students every month. Your contributions enable us to continue providing this essential service throughout the year. Join us to meet our dedicated student volunteers and participate in this wonderful cause. Together, let's spread love and support to our community. Thank you for your continuous support! Jane Lastra (she/her) Associate Registrar and Director, Financial Aid & Awards University of Manitoba Office: (204) 474-9532 jane.lastra(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:jane.lastra@umanitoba.ca> Student Affairs: Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences. 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. [UMLogoSignature]

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McCall MacBain Scholarship Opportunity - Feb 14th Information Session!
by Jane Lastra 09 Feb '24

09 Feb '24

Good morning colleagues, Please see the attached advertising, to share with your students widely! If you have any questions, please feel free to reach me. …Jane Jane Lastra (she/her) Associate Registrar and Director, Financial Aid & Awards University of Manitoba Office: (204) 474-9532 jane.lastra(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:jane.lastra@umanitoba.ca> Student Affairs: Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences. 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. [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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Reminder about housing available at St John's College
by Sherry Peters 14 Dec '23

14 Dec '23

Hi everyone, I know things are shutting down for the holiday break but I wanted to send you all a reminder that the St John’s College Residence has rooms available for the winter term so if you are aware of any students looking for housing on campus, please let them know we have spaces available. Below is a letter from Matthew Bowman, our Dean of Residence, with more details and contact information. Sherry Sherry Peters Registrar 214 St John’s College, University of Manitoba 92 Dysart Road Winnipeg, MB R3T 2M5 Phone: 204-474-8520 Learn more<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/> about St John’s College [A close up of letters Description automatically generated] [A white rectangular object with brown text Description automatically generated] St John’s College is located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, 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. Hello to the Advisor Exchange, As the January 2024 semester approaches, students attending UM worldwide seek accommodations as they begin their studies. In helping these students find accommodations, we are reaching out today to encourage you to send students to St John’s College Residence. St John’s College Residence The College Residence is a small community of 100 students where we host students from various faculties, including Science, Arts, Business, Nursing, First Year Students, ICM, and other areas. Our Residence is all single rooms and includes a complete meal plan, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner on weekdays and brunch and dinner on weekends. The community includes students of all ages and locations, including those from Manitoba, other provinces, and other countries. Residence dons are on call every night, ready to respond to emergencies and counsel students through homesickness, conflicts with friends, illness, etc., and the St John’s College Residence Council provides leadership opportunities and organizes education and social events. More information about Residence applications and rates can be found here<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/residence>. St John’s College Membership and Experience In addition to our Residence, St John’s College offers student memberships to those looking for a small community on the UM campus to study, meet friends, and receive financial support. Through our student membership, the College offers benefits such as $180,000 worth of scholarships and bursaries each year, discounts on our food and beverage services, monthly events held by our student council, and access to study carrels. Students can become members of the College here<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/student-experience#membership>. Scholarship and bursary information can be found here<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/student-experience/scholarships-bursa…'>. Questions and Further Information For questions about Residence, please contact me at (204) 474-8363 or matthew.bowman(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:matthew.bowman@umanitoba.ca>. I would happily arrange a tour of the College and Residence for yourself or with a group of interested students. To request that print materials (posters, brochures, etc.) about the College, Scholarships, and Residence be mailed to you, please contact Marissa Naylor, Marketing and Communications Officer, at marissa.naylor(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marissa.naylor@umanitoba.ca>. Thank you for all the work that you do for UM students. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Matthew Matthew Bowman, B.A., M.Div. (he/him) Dean of Residence St John’s College, University of Manitoba 92 Dysart Road Winnipeg, MB R3T 2M5 Phone/WhatsApp: 204-474-8363 Learn more<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/> about St John’s College [A close up of letters Description automatically generated] [A white rectangular object with brown text Description automatically generated] If you are a resident in need of assistance outside business hours contact the Don on duty at (204) 291-5687. St John’s College is located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, 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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NACADA Region 6 Manitoba Liaison
by Kristin Suffield 13 Dec '23

13 Dec '23

Hello, My term will be up as the Manitoba Liaison for NACADA Region 6<https://nacada.ksu.edu/Community/Regions/Region-6.aspx> at the end of March 2024, and we are looking for someone else to take over for the 2024-2026 term! I have served 2 consecutive 2-year terms, and it's been a wonderful learning experience with a lot of professional development with some very motivated advisors across the region. The time needed to be a part of the steering committee is very manageable, with there being a 1-hour virtual meeting once a month and some planning/goal-setting documents to review and contribute feedback to. Region 6 is a great team, and I'd highly recommend that anyone who is interested in getting some more experience with committee work and some professional development consider this opportunity. Please let me know if you have any questions, and/or if you're interested in putting your name forward and I will get you in touch with our region chair for the next steps. Take care, Kristin --------------------- Kristin Suffield, B.Ed (she/her) Academic Advisor Faculty of Science | University of Manitoba Phone: 204-474-8256 | umanitoba.ca/science Kristin.Suffield(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kristin.Suffield@umanitoba.ca> [Text Description automatically generated with low confidence] 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. 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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New Aurora Demo Video
by Elfie Smith 06 Dec '23

06 Dec '23

Hi everyone, The Aurora Modernization Project team spent two weeks in November talking to students and gathering input to help shape the New Aurora system. At various locations, Pop-Up booths provided students with a video preview of the New Aurora hub and an opportunity to share feedback through a short survey. We received a lot of positive feedback from students based on what they saw in the video and heard ideas about which functions would be most helpful. Ultimately, we heard a lot of excitement about a new interface that is mobile-friendly. We would like to share the same short demo video with the Advising community, so encourage you to watch it on the Aurora Modernization Project SharePoint<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-aurora-modernization-pro…> site. The go-live plan will be a phased approach to rolling out new functionality for students in 2024, likely starting in March. This means that there will be incremental changes throughout the coming year. More details will be provided as the plan is developed and we will be working on opportunities to provide more details about what things will look like and how they will work. Stay tuned, 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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Important update VAHC hours - Winter 2024
by Monika Sharma 06 Dec '23

06 Dec '23

Hi everyone, Hope you are doing well. I wanted to give you a heads up about a change in the work hours of Virtual Advising Help Centre. From the beginning of the winter term(January 2024), we will be only available during the regular UM work hours i.e. Monday through Friday, 8:30am-4:30pm. This means VAHC will be closed during the evenings and weekends. We're changing our work hours because we have noticed significant drop in our evening and weekend traffic. Note that VAHC email umhelp(a)umanitoba.ca will remain available. Please ensure that this update is reflected on your website and feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Thanks a lot for your attention. Best, [cid:image001.png@01DA2834.B3E5E750] Monika Sharma Student Services Lead | First Year Centre First Year Planning Guide<http://www.umanitoba.ca/firstyear> | Important Dates<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/important-dates-deadlines> | Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/UMfirstyearcentre/> 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.

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Nursing Application Deadline Extended for Summer 2024 - December 15th
by Karla Blackwell 01 Dec '23

01 Dec '23

Hello and Happy December! Just a note to our advising partners who may be working with prospective Nursing students. Our deadline for our Summer Term 2024 applications has been extended to December 15th. Take care, 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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If you have students looking for on-campus housing
by Sherry Peters 27 Nov '23

27 Nov '23

Hi everyone, The St John's College Residence has rooms available for the winter term so if you are aware of any students looking for housing on campus, please let them know we have spaces available. Below is a letter from Matthew Bowman, our Dean of Residence, with more details and contact information. Sherry Sherry Peters Registrar 214 St John's College, University of Manitoba 92 Dysart Road Winnipeg, MB R3T 2M5 Phone: 204-474-8520 Learn more<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/> about St John's College [A close up of letters Description automatically generated] [A white rectangular object with brown text Description automatically generated] St John's College is located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, 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. Hello to the Advisor Exchange, As the January 2024 semester approaches, students attending UM worldwide seek accommodations as they begin their studies. In helping these students find accommodations, we are reaching out today to encourage you to send students to St John's College Residence. St John's College Residence The College Residence is a small community of 100 students where we host students from various faculties, including Science, Arts, Business, Nursing, First Year Students, ICM, and other areas. Our Residence is all single rooms and includes a complete meal plan, with breakfast, lunch, and dinner on weekdays and brunch and dinner on weekends. The community includes students of all ages and locations, including those from Manitoba, other provinces, and other countries. Residence dons are on call every night, ready to respond to emergencies and counsel students through homesickness, conflicts with friends, illness, etc., and the St John's College Residence Council provides leadership opportunities and organizes education and social events. More information about Residence applications and rates can be found here<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/residence>. St John's College Membership and Experience In addition to our Residence, St John's College offers student memberships to those looking for a small community on the UM campus to study, meet friends, and receive financial support. Through our student membership, the College offers benefits such as $180,000 worth of scholarships and bursaries each year, discounts on our food and beverage services, monthly events held by our student council, and access to study carrels. Students can become members of the College here<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/student-experience#membership>. Scholarship and bursary information can be found here<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/student-experience/scholarships-bursa…'>. Questions and Further Information For questions about Residence, please contact me at (204) 474-8363 or matthew.bowman(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:matthew.bowman@umanitoba.ca>. I would happily arrange a tour of the College and Residence for yourself or with a group of interested students. To request that print materials (posters, brochures, etc.) about the College, Scholarships, and Residence be mailed to you, please contact Marissa Naylor, Marketing and Communications Officer, at marissa.naylor(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marissa.naylor@umanitoba.ca>. Thank you for all the work that you do for UM students. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Matthew Matthew Bowman, B.A., M.Div. (he/him) Dean of Residence St John's College, University of Manitoba 92 Dysart Road Winnipeg, MB R3T 2M5 Phone/WhatsApp: 204-474-8363 Learn more<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/> about St John's College [A close up of letters Description automatically generated] [A white rectangular object with brown text Description automatically generated] If you are a resident in need of assistance outside business hours contact the Don on duty at (204) 291-5687. St John's College is located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota and Dene peoples, 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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Graduate Programs Advisor Position!
by Ilka Cudmore 24 Nov '23

24 Nov '23

Hello all, We recently posted the position for our Graduate Programs Advisor, AA2, in the Stu Clark Graduate School. It’s a permanent 0.5 position. You may find the link to the job here: https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/default.aspx?REQ_ID=30587 The deadline to apply is November 29th, 2023. Cheers, Ilka Ilka Cudmore, M.A. Senior Administrator (Manager), Graduate Programs Stu Clark Graduate School Asper School of Business Room 501A, Drake Centre 181 Freedman Crescent, University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 5V4 Ilka.Cudmore(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Ilka.Cudmore@umanitoba.ca> (204) 590-6128 [cid165*image001.png(a)01D979BC.9898BEE0]<http://umanitoba.ca/asper> The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

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Deregistration Process - Winter 2024, has begun.
by Justin Bouchard 22 Nov '23

22 Nov '23

Sent on behalf of Jane Lastra, Associate Registrar and Director, Financial Aid & Awards Good morning colleagues - I hope this email finds you all well. I wanted to share with you that the deregistration process from Winter 2024 courses due to outstanding fall term tuition fees will begin today. Students owing fees for fall, have been reached numerous times via their UM email accounts from the Cashiers Office, to advise them of their lateness and next steps. The deregistration process should not be a surprise to students at this point. However, I am sure you will have students reach you, so we thought it was important that you were aware. Students should arrange to pay for their fall fees immediately. Once paid and reflected in Aurora, the student should contact the Cashier's Office to request the hold on their account be removed. They will be eligible to register for winter term courses (with available space) the following day. For those students with government student aid or award concerns, please direct them to the Financial Aid and Awards Office<https://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards>. My best, ....Jane Jane Lastra (she/her) Associate Registrar and Director, Financial Aid & Awards University of Manitoba Office: (204) 474-9532 jane.lastra(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:jane.lastra@umanitoba.ca> Student Affairs: Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences. 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. [UMLogoSignature]

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Student Accessibility Services exam information
by Shanda Vitt 17 Nov '23

17 Nov '23

Hello to all Advisory Exchange Members, I wanted to provide some information about the upcoming exam session. Please feel free to distribute this information to your faculty/school/college and instructors as needed. Student Accessibility Services We have a test/exam booking deadline of November 22, 2023 for any exams occurring December 1-22. We have sent this information via email to all students registered with our office. Please note that students have received multiple reminders of the deadline as we approach November 22. Due to the complexities of scheduling and room/invigilation logistics, students who do not book prior to the deadline may not be accommodated. December exam locations We will be using space in five buildings across Fort Garry campus and two buildings at Bannatyne campus to accommodate the number of in-person exams. Students will be notified by email of their exam location no later than the day before their test or exam. Online uploading of exam details The online scheduler is available 24/7 for students and faculty to use. Student instructions for the online scheduler: https://umanitoba.ca/sites/default/files/2021-09/scheduling-an-exam-on-the-… Online scheduler: https://sasclockwork.cc.umanitoba.ca/ClockWork/custom/misc/home.aspx Using the online scheduler, Instructors can enter test details, provide their contact information, and upload a secure copy of their test to the database. Please note that, due to the 30% increase in test bookings, our in-person service will be slower than usual during the exam period. Please try to avoid in-person visits to the Exam Centre at 9am, 1:30pm, and 6pm on final exam days. We will be starting individual exams for hundreds of students at these times and will not have staff immediately available to assist you. January We will be able to accommodate bookings for exam deferrals with one week's notice in the month of January. The regular two-week booking procedure will apply for the remainder of Winter Term. The booking deadline for exams occurring in the month of April will be March 15, 2024. New students We are ready to welcome new student referrals. However, due to the multiple steps and personnel involved, academic accommodations can take several weeks to implement. Students who have appointments in late November and December will have accommodations in place for the start of the Winter Term. Thank you and best wishes for the rest of the term. Thank you, Shanda Vitt Accessibility Coordinator Student Accessibility Services University of Manitoba 520 University Centre Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Tel: 204-474-7441 Fax: 204-474-7567 http://umanitoba.ca/student/accessibility/ 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. 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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Thurs, Nov 16 - Career Services Open House - Career Month 2023
by Ali Wood-Warren 09 Nov '23

09 Nov '23

Career Services would like to invite you to our Open House as part of Career Month 2023<https://www.umanitoba.ca/career-services/career-planning/career-month>! Please find the details below. We hope you and your colleagues can join us! Career Services Open House for faculty, staff & students <https://umconnect.umanitoba.ca/events.htm?eventId=4616> | Thurs, Nov 16, 10:30am to 2:30pm | Location: 474 UMSU University Centre Enjoy some refreshments while you explore UM career resources and learn how we support students, faculty and staff. Connect with our team to discuss potential partnerships and how we can support you all year round! UM Career Services is now part of the new Career, Community & Experiential Learning Centre<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/career-community-experiential-learning>. UM faculty & staff: Learn about our services to support strong student and industry referrals. Ask us about classroom visits and in-class workshops on the topics of career planning, resume development, job search and more. Collect posters and brochures for your offices. Learn how we can support you and your students through our resource development. UM students: Connect with your Career Services support team! Learn how we can support you throughout your studies. Check out our in-house resources. Learn more about some of the services you may not be familiar with, including our career planning assessments, the Career Mentor Program and Indigenous Career Mentor Program and UM Cafe: Ten Thousand Coffees. [cid:image001.png@01DA12ED.6A88F2C0]

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Thurs, Nov 16 - Career Services Open House - Career Month 2023
by Stefanie Books 08 Nov '23

08 Nov '23

Career Services would like to invite you to our Open House as part of Career Month 2023<https://www.umanitoba.ca/career-services/career-planning/career-month>! Please find the details below. We hope you and your colleagues can join us! Career Services Open House for faculty, staff & students <https://umconnect.umanitoba.ca/events.htm?eventId=4616> | Thurs, Nov 16, 10:30am to 2:30pm | Location: 474 UMSU University Centre Enjoy some refreshments while you explore UM career resources and learn how we support students, faculty and staff. Connect with our team to discuss potential partnerships and how we can support you all year round! UM Career Services is now part of the new Career, Community & Experiential Learning Centre<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/career-community-experiential-learning>. UM faculty & staff: Learn about our services to support strong student and industry referrals. Ask us about classroom visits and in-class workshops on the topics of career planning, resume development, job search and more. Collect posters and brochures for your offices. Learn how we can support you and your students through our resource development. UM students: Connect with your Career Services support team! Learn how we can support you throughout your studies. Check out our our in-house resources. Learn more about some of the services you may not be familiar with, including our career planning assessments, the Career Mentor Program and Indigenous Career Mentor Program and UM Cafe: Ten Thousand Coffees. [cid:image005.png@01DA126C.FCFEB5D0] Stefanie Books (She/Her), B.Hecol., B.S.W., R.S.W. Career Consultant, Career Services Student Affairs University of Manitoba 474 UMSU University Centre (431) 336-2437 Stefanie.Books(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Stefanie.Books@umanitoba.ca> umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-affairs<https://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 the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Ojibwe-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. [cid:image004.png@01DA1194.67DA9060]

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FW: 2023 M.A.P. Conference
by ZACHARY LECLERC 18 Oct '23

18 Oct '23

[logo_tagline] Good afternoon UM Colleagues, We happy to announce the conference line-up for M.A.P.'s 2023 Conference has been finalized and registration is now open through Eventbrite<https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/manitoba-advising-professionals-25th-annual-con…> MAP's Board of Directors has worked very hard to bring quality presenters to this year's conference. Keeping with the theme this year, the conference is rooted in NACADA's Core Competencies - Conceptual, Informational, and Relational. As such, in addition to a great selection of related concurrent sessions, MAP has contracted with a premier keynote speaker from NACADA's Speaker Bureau - Dr. Mevash Ali. Dr. Ali has a solid background in post-secondary as well as being a clinical psychologist. Please, share this with any of your staff or colleagues who might not already be a M.A.P. member. I look forward to seeing everybody again. Karin Nowak-Bailey (sent on behalf of Kirk Dowson) Kirk Dowson, Chair Manitoba Advising Professionals Board of Directors c/o The University of Winnipeg 515 Portage Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3B 2E9 204.258.2966 Manitoba Advising Professionals<https://mbadvisors.ca/>

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