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Bison + Academic Advising Program Coordinator
by Ali Wood-Warren 15 Nov '25

15 Nov '25

Happy Friday Afternoon UM Advisors The Student Transitions and Success Centre is hiring a Bison+ Academic Advising Program Coordinator. As a member of the Bison Sports and the Student Transitions and Success Centre academic advising team, the Bison+ Program Coordinator uses a developmental approach to the holistic support and academic advising of Bison student-athletes. This developmental approach helps students realize their potential by helping them better understand themselves and their academic plans. The Bison+ Academic Advising Program Coordinator is a positive spokesperson for Bison Sports and Student Affairs in and outside UM, supporting the recruitment, admission, registration and orientation of student-athletes. The incumbent will spend time in both the Student Transitions and Success Centre (205 Tier) and in Bison Sports while working with student-athletes, coaches, leadership, and other administrative staff. The role is positioned within STSC, with an indirect reporting relationship with the Associate Director - Operations of Bison Sports. Applicants must be enthusiastic about Bison Sports, demonstrate Bison Pride, and feel passionate about the development of student-athletes as both students and athletes. The position includes variable working hours dictated by administrative deadlines, athletic event schedules, student-athlete recruitment, team meetings, coach's availability and demand for advisor services. Working evenings and weekends will be required. More details here: Bison+ Academic Advising Program Coordinator - AA2 (AESES) <https://viprecprod.ad.umanitoba.ca/default.aspx?REQ_ID=42128&Language=1> Have a great weekend everyone! Ali Ali Wood-Warren (she) Director Student Transitions and Success Centre 205 Tier Building 431 275-0984 umanitoba.ca/firstyear<https://umanitoba.ca/firstyear> [University of Manitoba logo] Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! I am grateful to the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene, and the Red River Metis peoples, on whose home lands I live. I am also grateful to the people of Shoal Lake 40 in Treaty 3 territory, whose water I drink.

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Wendy McLean Advising Excellence Award - Nominations Open!
by Ali Wood-Warren 13 Nov '25

13 Nov '25

University of Manitoba Advising Excellence Award Student Affairs is excited to announce the opening of applications for the Wendy McLean Advising Excellence Award, aimed at recognizing the outstanding achievements of academic advising staff at UM. This prestigious award highlights the dedication and innovation of advisors who play a crucial role in the academic and personal success of students. This award was set up by Wendy McLean (former First Year Centre Academic Advisor) and recognizes exceptional advising with an annual award of $500 donated to the UM Food Bank in the recipient's name. All details are available here: Wendy Mclean Advising Excellence Award<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-academic-advising/SitePa…>. Deadline for submission for 2025 is December 23, 2025, with the recipient announced in February 2026. Nomination Process Nominees must be current UM staff members in continuing roles which provide direct support of students through academic or student advising, within academic or support units. Any member of the UM community can nominate an advisor for this award by submitting the following: * a completed nomination form<https://forms.office.com/r/0pC59xMNp4> * a letter of support detailing the nominee's contributions and demonstrating how they meet the award's eligibility criteria (1 page maximum) * at least two letters of recommendation from staff and/or learners who can attest to the nominee's contributions and impact as a mentor, coach, or advisor. Criteria for Consideration The selection committee will evaluate nominees based on several key criteria, including: * Improvements to processes and procedures * Advancements in collaboration and/or teamwork excellence * Notable creativity and innovation in advising techniques * Outstanding efforts with individual students * High levels of student engagement resulting from innovative practices * Creative programming for advising students * Productive use of university or community resources Student Affairs looks forward to celebrating the exceptional work of UM advisors and supporting their impact on students through this award. We are so grateful to Wendy as the establishment of this award allows us to both celebrate excellence in advising and provides a generous gift to the students that we, as advisors serve. Please consider nominating a colleague! I'm happy to answer any questions! Ali Wood-Warren (she) Director Student Transitions and Success Centre 205 Tier Building 431 275-0984 umanitoba.ca/firstyear<https://umanitoba.ca/firstyear> [University of Manitoba logo] Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! I am grateful to the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene, and the Red River Metis peoples, on whose home lands I live. I am also grateful to the people of Shoal Lake 40 in Treaty 3 territory, whose water I drink.

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EDIA 0100: Foundations - announcement for advisors
by Advisor Exchange 13 Nov '25

13 Nov '25

Hello UMAE! Robin asked me to forward this on to everyone as a reminder of the Winter 2026 offering for the EDIA 0100 Foundations course. It was lovely to speak with many of you at the last UMAE meeting October 29! The intake for the Winter 2026 offering of EDIA 0100: Foundations<https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/courses/edia-f…> is open now. Please share the announcement below with your networks, and consider taking the course yourself if you haven’t already! best, Robin Join almost 400 UM community members who have strengthened their commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility by taking EDIA 0100: Foundations<https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/courses/edia-f…>, a course offered exclusively for UM staff, students, and faculty at no cost to learners. Offered through the Division of Extended Education in collaboration with the Office of Equity Transformation, this 18-hour course uses a flexible learning format. Learning happens through a mix of in-person and online components combining individual study and group activities, led by supportive instructors. Learners will receive a digital badge on successful completion. The course also serves as the pre-requisite course for the Micro-certificate in EDIA<https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/social-innovat…>, a three-course program for everyone at UM. EDIA 0100: Foundations will run January 12 to April 26, 2026. Sign up between November 10 and December 1<https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/courses/edia-f…> to enter the lottery for the next offering. Questions? Email Robin Attas at robin.attas(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:robin.attas@umanitoba.ca> -- Robin Attas, PhD (she, her) EDIA Specialist Division of Extended Education University of Manitoba 204-599-1363 P.S.: This message is available in alternate formats upon request. (Division of Extended Education logo) [cid:image001.jpg@01DB6BE5.78F7A520] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Dene, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. Let’s have a conversation about what this land acknowledgment means to me.

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Pave Your Path - Price Faculty of Engineering Event
by Caleigh Bell 11 Nov '25

11 Nov '25

Hello Advisors, The Price Faculty of Engineering is hosting our Pave Your Path event! This event features presentations from all of the Engineering departments (Mechanical, Civil, Biosystems, Computer and Electrical) and shares information about applying for admission to them. It is a great opportunity for students who are considering applying to Engineering to come learn about the different options, ask questions and see how they can apply. If you have any students who are considering Engineering, please share the information about this event with them (see attachment for more information which can be shared)! Pave Your Path - Price Faculty of Engineering Date: November 25, 2025 Time: 5:30-7:30pm Location: E3-270 EITC Pizza will be served! Registration - see attachment with QR code that students can scan to register to attend or use the registration link<https://forms.office.com/r/W1GmnYcmAu> Thanks! Caleigh Bell (she/her) Preliminary Program Student Advisor & Deferred Exam Coordinator Price Faculty of Engineering / University of Manitoba E2-262 EITC / 75A Chancellor's Circle / Winnipeg MB / R3T 5V6 204-474-9807 Preliminary Year | Price Faculty of Engineering | University of Manitoba<https://umanitoba.ca/engineering/preliminary-year> Book an Appointment with Engineering Student Services Staff<https://outlook.office365.com/book/StudentServicesEngineering@umanitoba.onm…> [cid:2e667c99-94c7-4bba-8b6f-fd52a6859a90] Current students: provide your student number when corresponding and use your @umanitoba.ca email address only.

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Register now for our new conversation series: Connecting With Care: Supporting Student Mental Health and Well-Being Within Your Role
by Arlana Vadnais 08 Nov '25

08 Nov '25

You are invited to… Connecting with Care: Supporting Student Mental Health and Well-Being Within Your Role Mental health is integral to student success and overall well-being, and can be influenced by a myriad of individual, social, institutional and systemic factors. When students experience challenges to their mental health, they often seek support from UM staff with whom they are most often in contact…you! If you have questions about how to best support students, how to define your boundaries of care and stick to them, how to effectively refer students to available resources, and how to take care of yourself in the process - this conversation series is for you! Join David Ness and Arlana Vadnais from Student Counselling and Wellness to discuss common student mental health concerns and answer your questions about mental health resources and situations you’ve encountered. Dates: November 25, 2025 January 28, 2026 Feb 24, 2026 Mar 27, 2026 Time: 11:00am – 12:00pm Location: Student Counselling Centre* (474 University Centre) *Some sessions will be held in the Large Classroom, and some in the Group Room. Please see the registration form for more detail. Register here<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uPY…> to attend one or more conversations. Questions? Email Arlana at arlana.vadnais(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:arlana.vadnais@umanitoba.ca>. We look forward to seeing you! Arlana Vadnais, M.A. (she/her<https://pronouns.org/she-her>) Associate Director, Wellness & Prevention Student Counselling and Wellness Student Support University of Manitoba 474 University Centre Winnipeg, Manitoba ∙R3T 2N2 (204) 918-9151 Student Affairs – Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Dene, 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. 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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Message from SAS
by Ali Wood-Warren 06 Nov '25

06 Nov '25

Sent on behalf of SAS.... Hi everyone, The Student Accessibility Services month of December test/exam booking deadline is November 15. Our new student appointments prior to this date are mostly full. This means that new student accommodation plans will be set up for winter term. Students are encouraged to meet with us as early as they can so that we can set up accommodation plans for winter term. Thank you. Carolyn Carolyn Christie Director Student Accessibility Services Ali Wood-Warren (she) Director Student Transitions and Success Centre 205 Tier Building 431 275-0984 umanitoba.ca/firstyear<https://umanitoba.ca/firstyear> [University of Manitoba logo] Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences! I am grateful to the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene, and the Red River Metis peoples, on whose home lands I live. I am also grateful to the people of Shoal Lake 40 in Treaty 3 territory, whose water I drink.

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October 29 Meeting Summary
by Advisor Exchange 31 Oct '25

31 Oct '25

Hi all! Thank you to those who were able to join us yesterday! The meeting summary and recording have been uploaded to TEAMS, under the UMAE - Advisor Exchange team, for those who were unable to attend or would like to review what was discussed. The calendar of events for the Fall term that we reviewed yesterday is also available there. Fanny shared information on The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) 2025 International Student Survey. Pleas see more information, as well as the link to the survey for international students: The Canadian Bureau for International Education (CBIE) 2025 International Student Survey supports the international education sector's capacity to drive informed, innovative practices by increasing understanding of the stories, motivations, and perceptions of international students who choose to study in Canada. This survey occurs every two years is meant for international students enrolled in a post-secondary institution studying to obtain a degree/diploma/certificate in Canada. Please help by sharing this link with international students you are supporting to help the sector better understand the international student experience in Canada and inform policy changes, program design, and advocacy regarding international students with institutions and government partners. 2025 International Student Survey<https://surveys.cbie.ca/s3/ISS2025-UniversityManitoba> Have a great day! UMAE PD Community of Practice Nicole Laurila Jennifer McLaren Alejandra Cano Acting Student Services Supervisor Jr. Academic Advisor Academic Advisor Faculty of Ag. and Food Sciences Faculty of Science First Year Centre [University of Manitoba logo] Student Affairs - University of Manitoba Advisor Exchange The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Dene, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

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Free Tutor Training for UM Students November 12
by Monique Dumontet 30 Oct '25

30 Oct '25

Hello Friends, The Academic Learning Centre will be offering a Tutor Training session on Wednesday, November 12th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. Please encourage students who are tutoring or want to tutor on campus to attend. Tutor Training is free and open to all UM students. Registration is available at the following link<https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uIP…>. More information about tutor training is available on the Academic Learning Centre website<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/t…>. The Academic Learning Centre’s Tutor Training is designed to improve the overall quality of tutoring on campus and has been provided since 2004 to a wide variety of tutoring programs at the University of Manitoba. Participants benefit by learning about the role of a tutor and the tutoring cycle and by improving critical thinking and communication skills. Tutors who attend training and complete the assigned activities also earn recognition on their Experience Record<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/get-involved/experience-record>. With thanks and best wishes, Monique Monique Dumontet, Ph.D. Director, Academic Learning Centre 201 Tier Building Tel:204-474-6102 monique.dumontet(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:monique.dumontet@umanitoba.ca> Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Student Affairs: Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences. With humility and respect, I acknowledge that the University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I recognize that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and I am dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. I commit to active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and collaboration grounded in respect and reciprocity. [cid1566350552*image001.png(a)01D92526.6BDD23E0]

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Re: Tutor Training Invitation
by Academic Learning 30 Oct '25

30 Oct '25

Hello All, Great news! The Academic Learning Centre will be providing another Tutor Training session on Wednesday, November 12th from 1:00-4:00 p.m. in case people missed the previous sessions. Please consider encouraging students who might be tutoring on campus to attend. Tutor Training is free and open to all UM students. Registration is available at the following link<https://forms.office.com/Pages/DesignPageV2.aspx?prevorigin=shell&origin=Ne…>. More information about tutor training is available on our website<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/t…>. The Academic Learning Centre’s Tutor Training is designed to improve the overall quality of tutoring on campus and has been provided since 2004 to a wide variety of tutoring programs at the University of Manitoba. Participants benefit by learning about the role of a tutor and the tutoring cycle and by improving critical thinking and communication skills. Tutors who attend training and complete the assigned activities also earn recognition on their <https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/get-involved/experience-record> Experience Record<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/get-involved/experience-record>. Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and dedicate myself to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of Reconciliation and collaboration. [cid:image001.png@01D54D20.4F10F020] ________________________________ From: Academic Learning Sent: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 3:24 PM Subject: Tutor Training Invitation Hello All, The Academic Learning Centre will be providing Tutor Training on-campus this year before classes start on August 21st from 1:00-4:30 p.m. Please consider encouraging students who might be on campus to attend. Tutor Training is free and open to all UM students. Registration is available at the following link<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uIP…>. If students cannot attend training on August 21st, we will also be providing another training opportunity on Saturday, September 20th from 1:00-4:30 p.m. More information is available on our website<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/t…>. The Academic Learning Centre’s Tutor Training is designed to improve the overall quality of tutoring on campus and has been provided since 2004 to a wide variety of tutoring programs at the University of Manitoba. Participants benefit by learning about the role of a tutor and the tutoring cycle and by improving critical thinking and communication skills. Tutors who attend training and complete the assigned activities also earn recognition on their Experiential Record<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/get-involved/experience-record>. Thank you! Best, Ivy Madden, M.A. (she/her) Office Assistant Academic Learning Centre 201 Tier Building Tel: 204-480-1481 University of Manitoba Student Affairs: Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences. I acknowledge that the University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. I respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, I acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and I dedicate myself to moving forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of Reconciliation and collaboration. [cid1566350552*image001.png(a)01D92526.6BDD23E0]

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UMAE Meeting
by Advisor Exchange 24 Oct '25

24 Oct '25

Hi everyone! We hope to see you next week at our UMAE meeting Wednesday October 29 from 3-4pm. Here is the agenda: -Welcome -EDIA course overview provided by Robin Attas and Jennifer McLaren & Q&A -Go2Knowledge gift card draw info -Call out for staff to join CoP group -Upcoming events Fall term - discuss calendar of events -Questions? Thanks! UMAE PD Community of Practice Nicole Laurila Jennifer McLaren Alejandra Cano Acting Student Services Supervisor Jr. Academic Advisor Academic Advisor Faculty of Ag. and Food Sciences Faculty of Science First Year Centre ________________________________________________________________________________ Microsoft Teams Need help?<https://aka.ms/JoinTeamsMeeting?omkt=en-US> Join the meeting now<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NzcyNzMzZGYtMjY3NS00…> Meeting ID: 225 058 168 037 5 Passcode: AT983n4Y ________________________________ Join on a video conferencing device Tenant key: teams(a)cvi.umanitoba.ca Video ID: 119 259 768 3 More info<https://pexip.me/teams/cvi.umanitoba.ca/1192597683> For organizers: Meeting options<https://teams.microsoft.com/meetingOptions/?organizerId=eee50c86-0e1c-4bcd-…> ________________________________________________________________________________

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