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Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students)
Hello Bisons,
Save the date! In 2027, UM turns 150 and I'm excited to give you an exclusive look at the plans we are making. This is your invitation to be part of the celebration.
Visit the new UM150 website<https://umanitoba.ca/um-150> to see the early slate of special events and programming, and a timeline highlighting some key moments in UM’s history. I also encourage you to take a few minutes to share and submit Your UM Moment when you visit the page!
UM150 will offer a year of opportunities to commemorate our history and celebrate where we are headed. We have so many ways Bisons can join in:
* a kickoff event just for students, faculty, and staff on February 26, 2027;
* a landmark exhibit at the Manitoba Museum;
* a supersized Homecoming in September;
* an interactive community photo mosaic project;
* and a Bisons Give Back program to encourage 150 acts of service.
For a century and a half, we have trained the leaders and big thinkers Manitoba needs. Our history of learning, research, and engagement is something to honour, to learn from, and to carry into whatever comes next.
There’s much more to come. Visit the website regularly to watch the lineup of events evolve and grow as we get closer to the launch. This once-in-a-generation event will provide a lot of reflection, fun, and camaraderie because UM150 belongs to all of us!
My best,
…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: Kimberlee Potter (Kimberlee.Potter(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kimberlee.Potter@umanitoba.ca>) - 204-474-6917
Student Affairs – We empower learners to achieve their highest potential
Read our new Strategic Plan: Reimagining the Student Experience at UM (2025-2030)<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-affairs/strategic-plan>
I acknowledge, with humility and gratitude, that the University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininewak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, 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.
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Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students)
Hello Bisons! Welcome to Summer Term at the University of Manitoba. This is a great time to be on campus. Whether you are new to UM or continuing your studies, below are a few quick links and reminders that I hope you find helpful.
* Important dates & deadlines<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/important-dates-deadlines#summer-term-2026>: Add/drop and VW dates, exam periods, and holiday closures for summer term.
* Student supports<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports>: Find help early - academic supports<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports> (tutoring, writing and study skills), health & wellness services<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-health-and-wellness-archive>, accessibility supports<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/archived-accessibility>, financial aid and awards<https://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards>, and services for Indigenous<https://umanitoba.ca/indigenous/student-experience> and international<https://umanitoba.ca/international/student-resources> students.
* Summer jobs: Explore UM Career Services<https://umanitoba.ca/career-services/>, UMConnect<https://umconnect.umanitoba.ca/home/home.htm> job postings, and resumé support<https://www.umanitoba.ca/career-services/employment-resources-students#mark…>.
* International Centre:<https://umanitoba.ca/international> Join events and workshops throughout the term (including conversation groups, community-building activities, and info sessions). Browse what’s coming up on the International Centre events listing<https://eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/studentaffairs/page/quicklinks/?id…>.
* Volunteer on campus: There are so many ways to find community while helping others. If you’re a returning student, consider signing up to help the Orientation program this year through the University of Manitoba Volunteer program<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/get-involved/um-volunteer-program>. Or be a Language Partner Volunteer<https://umanitoba.ca/english-language-centre/intensive-academic-english/lan…> where you’ll be matched with an international student in the Intensive Academic English program.
* Campus Beautification Day: Get outside, meet new people, and help make our campuses shine with gardening activities, music, and a barbecue lunch. Join us at Bannatyne on May 26th or Fort Garry on May 28th. Full details and how to participate are on the Campus Beautification Day webpage<https://umanitoba.ca/facilities/campus-beautification-day>.
* Get active: Take a study break and move your body—drop into Sport & Recreation<https://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services> for fitness facilities, group classes, and programs you can join throughout the term. Students not taking courses this term can request a student term-rate membership<https://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services/members…>.
* Standing Together: Moose Hide Campaign Day (at UM): Join the campus community on May 14th in learning and action against gender-based violence — event details<https://eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/indigenous/event/standing-together…>.
* UM Community Experiences Survey Town Hall: See how student feedback on belonging, campus life, and academics is shaping action at UM. Join the hybrid Town Hall on May 25 at 11 a.m. to learn what we heard and what’s next—register now<https://forms.office.com/r/D9C6cVH6kP>.
* Student Wellness Centre Summer hours: Unwind and relax, find community and participate in some fun health and wellness events and programming. The Student Wellness Centre (162 Extended Education building) will be open 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Monday through Friday and opportunities to meet with a peer to discuss health and wellness concerns will be available too. Check the SWC website for upcoming events<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-wellness> and follow IG @healthyuofm<https://www.instagram.com/healthyuofm>.
* UM Indigenous birding club:<https://www.umindigenousbirdingclub.com/> Every Tuesday at 11:30 a.m. join our weekly walks to build community while discovering the many birds that call our campus home. The UM Indigenous Birding Club is an Indigenous-led, welcoming space for BIPOC, 2SLGBTQ+ people, people of all abilities, and allies who share our belief that birding is for everyone. Open to students, staff, faculty, alumni, and community members. No experience is needed. Binoculars are available to borrow if you don’t have your own. We meet at Migizii Agamik - The Bald Eagle Lodge.
* Convocation: Celebrate our UM grads at Spring Convocation June 1 – 5 at the Fort Garry Campus and June 8 at Université de Saint-Boniface. For a comprehensive list of ceremony dates and times be sure to visit the convocation webpage<https://umanitoba.ca/convocation>. Congratulations to all UM graduates!
* On-campus community: Looking for ways to connect this summer? Check the campus events calendar<https://eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/> for workshops, activities, and other opportunities to get involved.
* Stay in the loop: Watch for the Student Weekly<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/get-involved/student-weekly-newsletter> e-newsletter in your UM email, and follow @umstudent on Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/umstudent/> and TikTok<https://www.tiktok.com/@umstudent>.
I’ll touch base with you again as the term progresses. In the meantime, I hope you have a productive and rewarding term!
All my best,
…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: Kimberlee Potter (Kimberlee.Potter(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kimberlee.Potter@umanitoba.ca>) - 204-474-6917
Student Affairs – We empower learners to achieve their highest potential
Read our new Strategic Plan: Reimagining the Student Experience at UM (2025-2030)<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-affairs/strategic-plan>
I acknowledge, with humility and gratitude, that the University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininewak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, 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.
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