December 2025 - all-students - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Message to UM students: University will reopen Friday, December 19
by VP Students 18 Dec '25

18 Dec '25

[Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with low confidence] Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) Dear Students, The University of Manitoba will reopen on Friday, December 19, and resume regular business. While conditions may continue to prove challenging, members of the UM community are encouraged to leave ample time for travel and to use caution when coming to campus. Please stay informed about road conditions and local weather updates<https://weather.gc.ca/en/location/index.html?coords=49.895,-97.135>. All operations will proceed as scheduled on Friday, unless otherwise communicated. Exam schedule<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-schedule> updates: • Exams on Friday, December 19 will proceed as scheduled. • As previously communicated, all cancelled exams from Thursday, December 18 have been rescheduled for Saturday, December 20. o Rescheduled exams will be written in the same time slots and locations. o Students who are unable to attend on December 20 due to extenuating circumstances should contact their home faculty<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-advising> directly, as soon as possible. o 24/7 study space in St. John’s Library is now closed for the Fall Term exam period. Visit UM Libraries<https://umanitoba.ca/libraries/locations-and-facilities> for updated hours of operation for Friday and Saturday. Fort Garry Campus Parking Requirements Temporarily Suspended UM is in the process of clearing the parking lots. If you have a Fort Garry campus parking pass and your regular lot is inaccessible, you can park in an alternative student lot. Take good care, ...Laurie 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 – vp.students(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:vp.students@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, Ininew, Anisininew, 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 through meaningful action to lasting positive change. The information contained in this transmission is confidential and intended only for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and permanently delete the original message, attachments and all copies. [UMLogoSignature] [image.png]

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Message to UM Students: University Closed December 18, 2025
by Dallas Hull 18 Dec '25

18 Dec '25

[Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with low confidence] Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) Dear students, Due to severe weather conditions, the University of Manitoba is closed today, Thursday, December 18, and all exams scheduled for today are cancelled. What this means for exams: * Cancelled exams will be rescheduled for Saturday, December 20. These rescheduled exams will be written in the same time slots and locations. * Students who are unable to attend on December 20 due to extenuating circumstances should contact their home faculty<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-advising> directly, as soon as possible. Exams scheduled for Friday, December 19 will proceed as scheduled. Elizabeth Dafoe Library and Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library will be open on Saturday, December 20. Your safety is our top priority. Please avoid travel where possible and continue to monitor local weather conditions. Further updates will be posted on the Service Disruptions<https://umanitoba.ca/facilities/service-disruptions#weather-and-environment…> webpage. Take good care, ...Laurie Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students)

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Happy holidays from the University of Manitoba
by President's Office 09 Dec '25

09 Dec '25

[Happy Holidays in text is displayed beside an illustrated snow globe design that shows a herd of bison beneath animated falling snow and Northern Lights.] Bisons, As the holiday season arrives, we reflect on a year of growth-new faces, new ideas and new traditions. Strengthened by our unique journeys, we move forward, stronger, as one herd. Watch us come together: [Billy the Bison and UM President Michael Benarroch display paper cutouts: a string of bison shapes and a large snowflake. The link takes you to a video of them both cutting bison shapes then adding these to a large bison mural, where students and staff have also placed bison cutouts. The mural bison cutouts include words students and staff added to answer the question: "What kind of Bison are you during the holiday season?" Words like "thankful" and "caring" are displayed.]<https://vimeo.com/1141517229/c1a94882b6> Thank you for the care and energy you bring to our community throughout the year. Wishing you the best of the season and a happy new year. Warmly, Michael Benarroch, PhD President and Vice-Chancellor [University of Manitoba Logo] Michael Benarroch, Ph.D. President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-9345 Email: president(a)umanitoba.ca This message is available in alternate formats upon request.

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Message to UM Students: December 8, 2025
by VP Students 08 Dec '25

08 Dec '25

[Graphical user interface Description automatically generated with low confidence] Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) Well, Bisons, the Fall Term has come to an end and the final exam period<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-schedule> starts tomorrow for most faculties. You’re almost at the finish line! This email highlights supports and resources to help you navigate the next two weeks with confidence. You’ve got this! 24/7 study space Personal circumstances may necessitate studying during non-traditional hours. A dedicated quiet space with on-site staff is available December 8 at 8:00 p.m. to December 19 at 8:00 a.m. in the St. John’s College Library, 3rd floor, St. John’s College. Available on a first come, first served basis, UM student ID must be presented to gain entry to the space outside regular hours (weekdays from 8 p.m. - 8 a.m. and all day on weekends). See UM Today for further details and conditions<https://news.umanitoba.ca/247studyspace-fall2025/> for using this space. Study spaces If you are in need of study space, UM Libraries<https://umanitoba.ca/libraries/help-and-services/get-help> are open. Find hours, study space options<https://news.umanitoba.ca/finding-space-to-study/>, and information about their satellite locations on their website. Academic supports Writing tutors<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/t…> at the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) continue to offer one-on-one appointments throughout the exam period and writing support and specialized services for graduate students. Academic Advisors<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-advising> remain available to you until the university closes on December 23, 2025 for the winter holiday break. Well-being If you are in need of some support, reach out and explore the resources available<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-health-and-wellness/student-c…> to you. The Student Wellness Centre<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-wellness>, Healthy U<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/health-wellness/healthy-u> and the Student Counselling Centre<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-health-and-wellness/student-c…> offer services, spaces, and opportunity to talk through challenging times. Visit their websites to learn more about their services and availability during the exam period. Exam deferrals are a privilege Although rare, there may be extenuating circumstances that impact your ability to write your final exam as scheduled. Be sure to review valid and non-valid reasons<https://news.umanitoba.ca/navigating-self-delcaration/> for deferred exams and where to get support. Fuel your study sessions UM Campus Services<https://umanitoba.ca/campus-services> will continue to operate. Be sure to check the hours of operation for individual food outlets to avoid disappointment, especially on weekends. Student Affairs exam outreach Members of the Student Affairs team are offering free coffee and treats throughout the exam period: * Share your exam-season goals with the Connection Desk<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/SEAD/connection-desk> (first floor UMSU University Centre) today starting at 11:30 a.m. Grab free doughnuts as a pick-me-up before exams. Do-nut stress, you’ve got this! * The International Centre<https://umanitoba.ca/international> is hosting Doughnuts and Coffee in the T. K. Lau Global Lounge 541 UMSU Centre December 9 from 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. * Crunch time: Staff from the Student Wellness Centre<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-wellness> will be visiting study spots on campus to fuel students with snacks on Tuesday, December 9 11:30am-1:30pm. Make sure to say hi and grab some brain food! * Look for Spiritual Care and Multi-Faith Services<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/spiritual-services> in the tunnel network between the University Centre and Asper and study carrel areas the evenings of Wednesday, December 10 and Wednesday, December 17 between 7:00 and 9:00 p.m. They’ll be handing out free coffee and treats in collaboration with UMSU. * Swing by the Fletcher Argue hallway between 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM on Thursday, December 11, say hi to Charge Ahead<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/charge-ahead> mentors, and grab a sweet treat for a quick pick-me-up! Move your body Through the Sport and Rec fee, students have access to the university’s sport and recreation facilities and group fitness classes at both Fort Garry and Bannatyne campus locations. Visit the UM Recreation Services<https://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services/group-f…> website for more information and to find hours of operation. Safety Download the UM Safe App<https://umanitoba.ca/security/#your-safety-on-campus>, which gives you direct access to safety tools, services and resources, such as the Work Alone feature while studying on campus. Remember to check the weather forecast before travelling to campus and give yourself plenty of time to make your commute. I wish you all the best during the final exam period. I’ll check in with you again before we close for the holiday break. Take good care. ...Laurie 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 – vp.students(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:vp.students@umanitoba.ca> Phone: 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, Ininew, Anisininew, 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 through meaningful action to lasting positive change. The information contained in this transmission is confidential and intended only for the use of the individual or entity to whom it is addressed. If you have received this communication in error, please notify the sender immediately and permanently delete the original message, attachments and all copies. [UMLogoSignature] [image.png]

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Fall 2025 Exams: Important Information
by No Reply Registrar Office 02 Dec '25

02 Dec '25

[An important message from the Registrar's Office] An Important Message from the Registrar's Office - You are receiving this as a student at the University of Manitoba. Fall 2025 Final Exam Period approaching The Fall 2025 Final Exam period runs from Dec. 9 - 20, 2025. The complete exam schedule can be found on the Final Exam Schedule webpage<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-schedule>, and your personal exam schedule is available on your My Exams Card in Aurora<https://aurora.umanitoba.ca/banprod/twbkwbis.P_WWWLogin>. Please make sure to confirm your exam date, time, location, and format. Covered in this email: * Prepare for your in-person exams * Unauthorized materials in exams * Prepare for your online exams * Online exam issues * Exam conflicts and deferrals * Student access to final exams ________________________________ Prepare for your in-person exam 1. Plan your arrival: Make sure you have a plan to get to campus early in case transport does not go as planned. Check out the classroom in which your exam is taking place in advance! 1. Download the UM Safe App<https://news.umanitoba.ca/enhance-your-safety-on-campus-with-the-um-safe-ap…>: a direct link to Campus Security Services for any emergencies that may arise. 1. Supplies: Ensure you have the necessary writing utensils and some extras! Students must ensure that all items required for the examination are placed on top of the desk prior to the start of the examination. 1. Attendance & identification: Students must display their UM student ID card or government issued photo identification (such as a passport or driver's license) and are required to sign an attendance form. 1. Arriving late: * Students who arrive more than 30 minutes after the start of the examination will not be permitted to write the examination. * Students who arrive less than 30 minutes late, will be permitted to write the examination, but must stop writing at the end of the scheduled exam time. * Students are not permitted to enter the examination room after at least one other student who is writing the same examination has left the examination room. * If you are late and not permitted to write an examination, you will be asked to complete the appropriate form by an invigilator and will then be advised to contact the Office of your Dean or Director no later than the next business day to discuss possible alternatives. 1. Illness/ emergency during your exam: If you become ill or receives word of a family emergency during the course of an examination and are unable to continue, you must report at once to the Head Invigilator, hand in the examination, and indicate either that you wish to submit your examination paper as: (1) completed; or (2) not completed and with the right to request a deferred examination. Medical or supporting documentation may be required for your deferral request. 1. Leaving the exam: * Students are not permitted to leave the examination room during the first thirty (30) minutes of an examination. * Students are not permitted to re-enter an examination room until all examination scripts have been collected. ________________________________ Unauthorized materials in exams Students are not permitted to access any unauthorized materials during an examination. This includes but is not limited to calculators, books, notes, pencil cases, or any electronic device capable of wireless communication and/or storing information. However, students may bring in such materials or devices when permission has been given by the instructor. Students may store valuables and personal items under the desk or chair of the examination room but may not have access to these items during the examination. Items stowed under the desk or chair must not obstruct the aisles of the examination room. Students must ensure that all items required for the examination are placed on top of the desk prior to the start of the examination. ________________________________ Prepare for your online exam Review our Final Exam Supports for Students page<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-supports-students>. This page lays out the following steps to ensure that you are ready for your exam! 1. Before your exam<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-supports-students#bef…> 2. Just before you take your exam<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-supports-students#jus…> 3. Starting your exam<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-supports-students#sta…> 4. During your exam<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-supports-students#dur…> 5. Submitting your exam<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-supports-students#sub…> You should also review the UM connectivity guidelines<https://umanitoba.ca/sites/default/files/2021-06/online-exam-recommendation…> to ensure that you device is ready for the exam. ________________________________ Online Exam Issues If your web browser freezes: Close the browser. Open a new session and reconnect to your exam. UM Learn will allow you to continue. Your answers will have been saved, but the exam timer will continue to run even if you are not in UM Learn. If your computer crashes: Restart computer and continue back into UM Learn. Your answers will have been saved, but the exam timer will continue to run even if you are not in UM Learn. If your exam is in progress and you need IMMEDIATE SUPPORT: CALL 204-474-8600 or toll free (North America) 1-844-626-1756. UM Learn experts will be available to provide immediate service and a quick resolution to your inquiry. Take screenshots or note any error messages so we can assist you better. DO NOT send e-mails or chats - you won't get a response in time. Don't forget to email your instructor to report any difficulty. Attach screenshots if you can. ________________________________ Exam Conflicts and Deferrals If you have a conflict with your exam schedule or if you missed an exam, review the information on our Exam Conflicts and Deferrals page<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/conflicts-deferral>. There is an FAQ to guide you to the correct resources. * What if an exam conflicts with an upcoming event in my life?<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/conflicts-deferral#what-if-an-ex…> * What if I have two exams at the same time?<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/conflicts-deferral#what-if-i-hav…> * What if I missed an exam for reasons out of my control?<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/conflicts-deferral#what-if-i-mis…> * What if I have to leave during an exam?<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/conflicts-deferral#what-if-i-hav…> NOTE: If you are writing a deferred exam in the upcoming Final exam period, contact your academic advisor<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-advising> to confirm your deferred exam details. ________________________________ Student access to final exams To allow proper feedback, students shall have an opportunity to read their own final examination script and any comments written on it prior to the deadline for a formal grade appeal, but only in the presence of the instructor or a staff member appointed by a faculty, school, or academic unit. Notwithstanding the above, there is no obligation upon the faculty, school, or academic unit to make machine-scored examination answer sheets available for consultation by students. It is expected that faculties, schools, and academic units will provide appropriate means of feedback to students in such circumstances and, where practicable, will encourage instructors to discuss selected questions and answers. ________________________________ We wish you the best of luck on your exams and the remainder of the Fall 2025 Term! ________________________________ Registrar's Office umanitoba.ca/registrar<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar> 400 UMSU University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-9420 Questions? Just askumanitoba<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/ask-umanitoba-contact>! Student Affairs - Leaders in cultivating exceptional student experiences

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