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Summer University Advantage
by Ali Wood-Warren 09 Jul '24

09 Jul '24

Hi All, Please see the message below from Jim Honeyford and Monique Dumontet from Academic Learning Centre The Summer University Advantage Arts 1110 course that starts later this month has space available and we're wondering if it might help to remind advisors (FYC and elsewhere) about the course. The course runs for 5 weeks (July 22 to August 22), and it carries W credit, so it is very writing intensive. It would be a good fit for newly admitted students (no more than 6 credit hours completed when the course begins) who are in town/on campus, looking for a course to take, and ready to work hard for 5 weeks. Because of the unusual timing of the course, registration is handled differently than other summer courses; students must apply to the Summer University Advantage (SUA) program in order to be registered for the course. The deadline to apply to SUA is July 12. More information on the benefits of the course, along with the registration form, is available here:https://umanitoba.ca/summer-university-advantage Ali Wood-Warren (she) Director, Student Transitions and Success Centre 205 Tier Building [cid:image003.png@01DAD22B.CDA72180]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, 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. UPCOMING VACATION NOTICE: JUNE 20 -JULY 8

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job opportunity deadline July 17 2024
by Connie Korchak 04 Jul '24

04 Jul '24

Hi there, Experiential Learning Partnerships is hiring for an Experiential Learning and Industry Liaison. Please find a copy of the posting here. Connie *********************************************** Connie Korchak Lead, Experiential Learning Career, Community and Experiential Learning Centre 326 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Tel: 431-279-5594 Fax: 204-474-7516 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. [cid:image001.png@01DACDFC.E1201600]

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Career Compass Survey - 5 min
by Lisa MacPherson 25 Jun '24

25 Jun '24

Hi UM colleagues, Career Services and the Student Affairs Communications team has created a survey to learn more about how staff have used/are currently utilizing the UM Career Compass<https://umanitoba.ca/career-services/career-planning#career-compass>. Paper copies of the degree specific guides have not been printed since 2019, though we have been receiving inquiries and understand there might be interest in some sort of paper material to provide to students and prospective students. The goal of this survey is to learn more to support our planning: https://forms.office.com/r/DdtDL61p3R. We would appreciate feedback by Friday, July 19. This survey takes only 5 min or less and we truly appreciate your input! Please do participate and share with your teams and any individuals who utilize this resource with students. I have set the survey so that anyone can respond... If you know of guidance counsellors or other folks external to UM using the resource with prospective or non-UM students, feel free to forward along. Thanks and happy summer, Lisa Lisa MacPherson (She/Her) Career Services Lead Coordinator, University of Manitoba, Career Services 474 University Centre, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8629 | Front desk: (204) 474-9456 [cid:image001.png@01DAC6DC.836FFBF0] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininew, Anisininew, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. 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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First Year Planning Guide Launch and Get Ready to Register
by Liza Haines 24 Jun '24

24 Jun '24

Good morning, We are pleased to announce that the First Year Centre has completed the updates to the online version of the 2024-2025 First Year Planning Guide<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/first-year/planning> (FYPG). In collaboration with our faculty partners and the Admissions office, we have worked together to create a user-friendly product for newly admitted students as they navigate course selection, timetabling and registration. All incoming direct entry students will be directed to the online guide prior to registration via emails sent by our Recruitment team and will be invited to attend the Get Ready to Register series<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/first-year/planning#get-ready-to-regi…> where they will learn how to use the Guide to plan and register for first year courses. Please feel free to direct students to this resource as they prepare for course registration. The Guide continues to be available at https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/first-year/planning in both an interactive and PDF format. Should you find the 2023-2024 version appears in your browser, please refresh the page, or clear your cache. Please forward this email to all staff (advisors, reception staff, communications specialists, etc.) who provide information to first year students. If you have any questions about the FYPG, feel free to contact any of the First Year Centre team members. Thanks! Liza Haines, B.Ed. Advising Lead First Year Centre 205 Tier Building umanitoba.ca/firstyear <https://umanitoba.ca/firstyear> [University of Manitoba logo] 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.

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Faculty of Education Announcement of Introduction to Teaching Course- Information for Academic Advisors
by Rosanna Caruso 19 Jun '24

19 Jun '24

Dear Colleagues, I hope you are doing well. As we approach student orientation sessions and registration for the upcoming 2024-25 academic year, I wanted to bring your attention to a new course developed by the Faculty of Education; Introduction to Education: What does it mean to Teach? I know that our Communication Coordinator, Alejandra González had sent some information via your coordinators but thought I would share a bit more information about the course. The faculty will be offering two sections of the course this Winter (EDUB 1790 A01 and EDUB 1790 A02). The course has been approved for the RIC list and is open to all UM students seeking or thinking about a career in teaching. This course may be used for credit in a student's first degree subject to the regulations of their faculty however, it cannot be applied to the Faculty of Education's programs. Also note, that the grading scale will be that of the Faculty of Education. The minimum passing grade of C (70-74%) is required. There will be limited space (class maximum 35) as we want to ensure that the course offers ample opportunity for student engagement and exploration through in class learning groups. If you have students interested in a teaching career, they may want to register for the course as soon as their window opens. The course sections will have a wait list. The faculty has created a landing page where interested students can learn about the course, the course instructor(s) and hear from instructors about it. We will be updating this page regularly as we develop new content. We are currently working on information about our second instructor and it should be available soon. You can find the links here: Website: https://umanitoba.ca/education/introduction-education-what-does-it-mean-tea… UM Today Article: https://news.umanitoba.ca/new-course-to-explore-teaching-as-a-career/ Updated Text: Think Teaching! Are you thinking about becoming a teacher? The class; Introduction to Education: What Does It Mean To Teach? is here to help you explore what it means to be a teacher, what teachers do, and why someone might want to become one. I have also attached the updated graphics for digital screens, an Instagram story and Instagram post. We would be happy if you could send them out to your students as you see appropriate. If you have any questions about the course or would like to provide any feedback, please feel free to contact me directly. With appreciation, Rosanna Caruso (she/her) Academic Development Officer, Faculty of Education, University of Manitoba 237 Education Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 (204) 474-6638 Rosanna.Caruso(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Rosanna.Caruso@umanitoba.ca> The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. [University of Manitoba Faculty of Education logo] CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This e-mail message, including any attachments, is for the sole use of the intended recipient(s), and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure or distribution is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by reply e-mail and destroy all copies of the original message.

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Manitoba Student Aid Application 24/25 - now live!
by Jane Lastra 13 Jun '24

13 Jun '24

Dear Colleagues, The 2024/25 Manitoba Student Aid application is now available online. Please encourage students to apply earlier, than later! If advisors have any questions, please feel free to reach me directly. Thankyou ….Jane [Image] Manitoba Student Aid | Province of Manitoba<https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/msa/> edu.gov.mb.ca<https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/msa/> Jane Lastra Associate Registrar and Director, Financial Aid & Awards University of Manitoba Room 422 University Centre Office: (204) 474-9532 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. 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, Anisininew, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. [UMLogoSignature]

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If students are looking for on-campus housing
by Sherry Peters 03 Jun '24

03 Jun '24

Hi everyone, I hope this email finds you well! As incoming students begin to accept offers of admission for the 2024/25 academic year, some will be looking for residential accommodation on campus. I'm reaching out to you to highlight availability in St John's Residence (located centrally on campus at 17 Sifton Rd.) and to ask if you would be able to assist in encouraging your students to consider our Residence. About St John's Residence St John's Residence is a small, 100-bed community-focused on-campus residence. Each year the Residence hosts a diverse mix of students for all faculties studying at both undergraduate and graduate levels, along with occasional post-doctoral researchers and visiting scholars. The Residence features single-occupancy rooms and includes a comprehensive meal plan, offering students a home away from home where they can feel safe and secure, and focus on their academic studies. The community includes students of all ages and locations, including those from Manitoba, other provinces, and other countries. A well-trained student staff of Residence Dons are on-call every night, ready to respond to emergencies, and counsel students through issues such as homesickness, interpersonal conflict, and connecting with on-campus resources. The St John's College Residence Council provides leadership opportunities and organizes education and social events. As the University community welcomes the incoming 2024/25 cohort to campus, I would greatly appreciate if you could inform your students about Residence<https://umanitoba.ca/st-johns-college/residence>. Questions and Further Information If you have 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 you or a group of interested students. To request print materials (posters, brochures, etc.) about our Residence, student membership, and scholarships, 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. 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, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of Reconciliation and collaboration.

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Science Advising Services during Machray Hall Redevelopment
by Kathy Synkiw 22 May '24

22 May '24

Good Afternoon, Please share the following with your staff as needed. I am sure as you are all aware, the Faculty of Science advising office is moving! Beginning Tuesday, May 28th, we will be seeing students in our new location: 55 Chancellors Circle, room 404, for the foreseeable future as Machray Hall undergoes redevelopment<https://umanitoba.ca/science/machray-hall-redevelopment>. There will be a short disruption to our advising services while we re-locate. Starting on Thursday, May 23rd at 3pm, our office in 230 Machray Hall will be closed to students. Our phone queue will also be turned off at 3:00 pm on May 23rd until 8:30 am on May 28th. The outgoing message will direct students to various other supports on campus. However, if there is an emergency/time sensitive situation and a student needs our assistance, please email Kathy Synkiw<mailto:Kathy.Synkiw@umanitoba.ca> and we will do our best to address the situation. We are hoping this move goes smoothly for us and that we can get back to normal operations on the 28th of May. Once we are settled, please feel free to come by for a visit! If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to reach out. Sincerely, Kathy Kathy Synkiw, B.A., B.Sc. (she/her) Academic Undergraduate Advising Officer, Faculty of Science 231 Machray Hall Kathy.Synkiw(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kathy.Synkiw@umanitoba.ca> Effective May 28, 2024 - new Science Advising office location: 55 Chancellor's Circle (room 404) [Faculty of Science University of Manitoba logo] 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. Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/umanitobascience> X<http://twitter.com/umanitobasci> Instagram<http://www.instagram.com/umanitobasci> YouTube<https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCltV_PkiTr7KWeYzH7NZAeA> LinkedIn<https://www.linkedin.com/school/47193353/>

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Manitoba Advising Professionals Spring Workshop
by Sydney Sabourin 26 Apr '24

26 Apr '24

Good morning, Happy Friday, everyone! I hope you're all looking forward to a restful weekend. Please see the following message from Manitoba Advising Professionals regarding our upcoming workshop. All are welcome to register for this event, which will focus on mental health supports for both advisors and students. If you're already a 2024 MAP member, this workshop is available to you at no additional cost! Interested in attending, but not yet a member? Register under Workshop + New MAP Membership for 2024 to join us! If you have questions about this event or MAP in general, please feel free to connect with me at any time. I look forward to seeing many of you on Friday, May 10 at RRC! Take care, Sydney Sabourin (she/her) Student Advisor - Undergraduate School of Art | University of Manitoba 330 Taché | 150 Dafoe Road | Winnipeg, MB (431) 278-1464 umanitoba.ca/art<https://umanitoba.ca/art/advising-undergraduate> [cid:image001.png@01DA97B5.19882B00] 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 e-mail, including any and all attachments, is only for the use of the intended recipient(s) and may contain information that is confidential or privileged. If you are not the intended recipient, you are advised that any dissemination, copying, or other use of this e-mail is prohibited. Please notify the sender of the error and destroy all copies of this e-mail. Thank you. [logo_tagline] Good afternoon. On behalf of the Board of the Manitoba Advising Professionals, I am pleased to invite you to our next professional development opportunity. MAP May 2024 Workshop Date: Friday, May 10, 2024 Time: 1:00-4:00pm Place: Prairie Lights dining room, Building C, Mall level, Red River College Polytech Notre Dame Campus 2055 Notre Dame Ave, Winnipeg, MB R3H 0J9, Canada Join us for an afternoon with Fizza Rashid, Mental Health Specialist at RRC Polytech. Fizza will talk about advisor well-being and awareness of student mental health needs. A full workshop description and presenter bio will be provided shortly. The workshop is free for current MAP members. Non-members can purchase a 2024 membership at the same time they register for the workshop. To register for the workshop, click here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/327293ee-1efd-4e2c-b680-e5dbebe60b83 Parking: West 1 parking lot Please promptly check-in at the Parking Security booth near the bus loop upon arrival. You will need to report your license plate details to be added to the Guest Parking list. Please note that failure to check-in and report your license plate details may result in a ticket being issued. Also, I would like to take this opportunity to remind you about the 2024 MAP Conference, which is scheduled for November 8, 2024. We are currently in the process of putting together an slate of informative and interesting presenters and we seeking proposals from our members. If you have knowledge/skills/experiences that you would like to share with the MAP membership, or know of somebody who would be a great presenter for the MAP conference, please reach out to me. Feel free to share this with any colleagues who are not current members of MAP. I look forward to seeing everybody again. Kirk 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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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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