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Technical support for midterm exams - Extended to include weekends
by IT Service Desk 25 Feb '21

25 Feb '21

Technical support for midterm exams - Extended to include weekends The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning and Information Services & Technology (IST) will have expert technicians available for three weekends during the mid-point of the Winter term to provide technical support. Normal service desk hours do not include weekends, but this is deemed necessary due to the higher volume of online midterm exams occurring this term. Technicians will be ready to take your calls during this time frame: Date Day of the week Time available February 27 & 28 Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CST March 6 & 7 Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CST March 13 & 14 Saturday and Sunday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. CST Weekday support during this time will continue for the following hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. CST. The contact information will remain the same: * Call the IST Service Desk if you require assistance at 204-474-8600 or North America toll free 1-844-626-1756. * * * Thank you, * Service Desk * Information Services & Technology * University of Manitoba * 123 Fletcher Argue * 230 Neil John MacLean Library * 204-474-8600 * Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca> * * * ************************************************************************************************************* * This communication is intended for the use of the recipient to which it is addressed, and may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information. Please contact us immediately if you are not the intended recipient of this communication, and do not copy, distribute, or take action relying on it. Any communication received in error, or subsequent reply, should be deleted or destroyed. Please consider the environment before printing this email.

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Scheduled Banner System Upgrade Friday, February 19th at 5pm to Monday, February 22nd at 9am
by IT Service Desk 18 Feb '21

18 Feb '21

Scheduled Banner System Upgrade Friday, February 19th at 5pm to Monday, February 22nd at 9am Please be advised that Banner Administration Pages and Aurora Self Service will be temporarily unavailable from Friday February 19th at 5pm CT to Monday February 22nd at 9am CT to support the upgrade of Banner Document Management (BDM). There will be no changes to functions you use in Banner Administration Pages and Aurora Self Service. Please do not hesitate to contact the Service Desk if you have any questions. Thank you, Service Desk Information Services & Technology University of Manitoba 123 Fletcher Argue 230 Neil John MacLean Library 204-474-8600 Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca> ********************************************************************************************************* This communication is intended for the use of the recipient to which it is addressed, and may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information. Please contact us immediately if you are not the intended recipient of this communication, and do not copy, distribute, or take action relying on it. Any communication received in error, or subsequent reply, should be deleted or destroyed. Please consider the environment before printing this email. {CMI: MCID2711716}

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Update to UM Students: February 12, 2021
by Marcia Davies 12 Feb '21

12 Feb '21

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear Students, Welcome to February - we've made it! As the days grow longer, we are reminded that spring is just around the corner, and before long the dark days of winter will be behind us. And, of course, Monday marks the beginning of a much-deserved winter break. It is also the day when we honour Louis Riel, who played a vitally important role in advocating for justice for the Métis people and was recognized by parliament in 1992 as the founder of Manitoba. Riel's vision of a province - a society - that recognizes and embraces all cultures continues to motivate and inspire us today. Reading Week also offers you the opportunity to relax, get caught up with your studies, and refocus so you can complete the term with renewed energy. Given current travel restrictions, I encourage you to explore the many options available to you in our capital city and across the province, which are noted at the link below, along with additional information, reminders and important campus updates. Be aware of travel quarantines. If you choose to leave Manitoba over Reading Week, remember that the provincial government requires you to quarantine<https://www.gov.mb.ca/covid19/restartmb/prs/orders/index.html#:~:text=As%20….> for 14 days when you return. Embrace the staycation. There are lots of interesting things to do in Manitoba during Reading Week, like snowshoeing at one of our beautiful provincial parks, cross-country skiing or skating at The Forks, learning a new craft in Student Life's Community Centre, or joining a virtual study hall. Take a look at what's planned here<https://news.umanitoba.ca/what-you-should-and-shouldnt-do-for-winter-term-b…>. Take a moment for your mental health and well-being. Making time for yourself will help you become more resilient when faced with changing circumstances in life, work, and school. There are a number of valuable resources and supports available to you here<https://news.umanitoba.ca/mental-health-supports-for-students-reach-out-for…>. Do a self-check. How's the winter term going so far? Take a look at this new interactive page<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/first-year/um-commons/student-self-ch…> to find services and programs to help you finish the term strong. Show your integrity. Plagiarism, cheating and fraud, including asking or paying someone to do your academic work is not okay. Students found guilty of academic misconduct receive harsh penalties that can have long-lasting repercussions. Invest your time and energy in strengthening your learning strategies<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports> and mastering course content. If you are struggling, reach out for help<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning>. If you have questions and want more information about how to follow university policies and expectations regarding academic work, check out the Academic Integrity site<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-integrity>. Be respectful. As members of the UM community, we are all expected to treat each other with respect on campus and within online spaces. Harassment and racist behaviour is completely unacceptable. View this page<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/s…> to understand your rights and responsibilities and find out who to contact for help or more information. Stay safe on campus. The university is working towards a slow, safe and practical return to campus. If you do visit one of our campuses, it's important to take necessary precautions, including following public health COVID-19 guidelines and being aware of security measures<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/safety-and-security> in place. I encourage you to download the UMSafe<https://umanitoba.ca/campus/security/programs/1375.html> app, check out the Safe Walk Program<http://umanitoba.ca/campus/security/programs/safewalk.html>, and take advantage of reduced casual rates<https://news.umanitoba.ca/parking-permit-fees-reduced-for-staff-and-student…> to park closer to your campus destination. 3-Ply Masks are Mandatory. Please be aware that all members of the University community and those visiting our campuses are now required to wear a 3-ply reusable or disposable mask. This is particularly critical indoors, including study spaces<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students#protocols-and-need-to-knows-befor…>, so I would ask you to be vigilant in wearing your 3-ply mask to ensure the safety of others. Starting Tuesday, February 16, you can pick up a 3-ply mask Monday through Friday at the following locations: § the Elizabeth Dafoe Library, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. or § UMSU's Service Centre in UMSU University Centre,10 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information on UM safety measures and protocols scroll down to "Protocols and need-to-knows before you arrive" at this website<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students>. And, looking ahead, I am excited to share the following news from the Libraries and Kinesiology and Recreation Management! 1. The Dafoe and NJM Libraries will reopen for individual study space<https://libguides.lib.umanitoba.ca/c.php?g=718686> beginning February 16th: · Dafoe Library - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. - Monday to Friday First-come, first-served basis -- no pre-booking needed · Neil John Maclean Health Sciences Library will be open to students of the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences for individual study spaces -12:00 noon - 8:00 p.m. - Monday to Friday - Pre-booked time slots of 2-4 hours duration The collections remain available online and Librarians can be contacted via email or AskUs<https://umanitoba.ca/libraries/> to help students. Scanning of materials continues (within acceptable copyright limits), as does contactless pickup. 2. The Active Living Centre at Fort Garry campus and Joe Doupe Recreation Centre at Bannatyne campus will re-open at 25% capacity on Tuesday, February 16th at 12:00 p.m.. Visit the Recreation Services<https://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services/members…> website for details. Enjoy your well-deserved break everyone! Be safe and take good care. 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 - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! 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 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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Consultation survey: Search for a Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
by President's Office 28 Jan '21

28 Jan '21

Good afternoon, As was announced in the fall,<https://news.umanitoba.ca/dr-janice-ristock-not-seeking-renewal-of-her-term/> Dr. Janice Ristock, after an acclaimed three-decade career at the University of Manitoba in a variety of academic and administrative roles, is not seeking an extension or renewal of her term as Provost and Vice-President (Academic) when it ends in June, 2021. We have embarked on the process of selecting a Provost and Vice-President (Academic)<https://news.umanitoba.ca/search-for-a-provost-and-vice-president-academic/> and have retained Laverne Smith & Associates to assist with this search, which will be comprehensive in scope with an integral portion being a process of consultation. Reporting to the President and Vice-Chancellor, the Provost is the university's chief academic officer, providing strategic direction, academic planning leadership, and administrative oversight to drive innovation and academic excellence across the university. Working collaboratively with the Vice-President Administration, the Provost sets budget priorities and is responsible for ensuring that the university's budget supports the academic mission. Collaborating closely with the senior leadership of the university and supported by a strong team of a Deputy Provost and Vice-Provosts, Deans and Directors of Faculties, Schools and Colleges, and senior administrative leaders, the Provost leads a broad and complex portfolio of academic and academic support units. Advancing, transforming, and supporting academic priorities, goals, and programs, the Provost will foster an equitable and diverse environment that allows teaching, learning, and research excellence to flourish. On behalf of the advisory committee I have struck to advise on candidates for the role and on the position more generally, I ask for your assistance in gathering information to support the process. Your input is being requested by the close of business February 11, 2021. Please click here<https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/UManitobaProvost> to complete a brief questionnaire to be returned to Laverne Smith & Associates. All responses will be held in strict confidence by the consultant and the inclusion of your name is optional. As this is a very important matter for the University, your input is critical and I would ask you to take the few minutes required to help us in this important undertaking. I would like to thank you for your time and input into this important leadership appointment. Sincerely, Michael Michael Benarroch, Ph.D. President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building, University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Canada Telephone: 204-474-9345 Email: president(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:president@umanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.png@01D6F592.AFB3E100]

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Reminder - Move your OneDrive files to your new OneDrive folder by April 16
by IT Service Desk 26 Jan '21

26 Jan '21

In August 2020, all students were moved to the same UM Microsoft environment as faculty, staff and researchers to enable collaboration. The move included student email but did not include the OneDrive folders. All students have access to a new OneDrive folder. Download any OneDrive files you want to keep from your old folder and move them to your new OneDrive folder BEFORE the end of this academic term. How to access your new OneDrive folder: 1. Navigate to http://portal.office.com 2. Sign in using UMnetID(a)myumanitoba.ca and your password. 3. Select OneDrive. 4. Upload files you want to keep to your new OneDrive<https://youtu.be/mAX7crtAZcY>. (YouTube) How to access your old OneDrive folder and download your files: 1. Navigate to http://portal.office.com 2. Sign in using UMnetID(a)myumanitoba.onmicrosoft.com and your password. 3. Select OneDrive. 4. Download files and folders from OneDrive<https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/office/download-files-and-folders-from-…>. (Microsoft.com) Please feel free to contact the IST Service Desk at 204-474-8600 if you have any trouble moving your files. For a quick introduction to using Microsoft 365 OneDrive, visit Build your skills with Microsoft OneDrive<https://umanitoba.ca/microsoft-365/build-your-skills-microsoft-onedrive>. Thank you, The Office 365 Project Team Thank you, Service Desk Information Services & Technology University of Manitoba 123 Fletcher Argue 230 Neil John MacLean Library 204-474-8600 Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca>

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Invitation to Participate in a Research Study: Cross-Canada Release of the Post-Secondary Student Stressors Index (PSSI)
by Jake Rose 18 Jan '21

18 Jan '21

Dear Student, You are invited to participate in a cross-Canada research study to evaluate post-secondary student stress led by Dr. Brooke Linden (Principal Investigator, Queen’s University). The Post-Secondary Student Stressors Index (PSSI) was designed to help post-secondary institutions across Canada better target campus mental health services, with the ultimate goal of improving mental health outcomes for students. To ensure that the PSSI would serve students in the best possible way, students were involved heavily throughout the development and testing of this tool. Now it’s time to use the PSSI at post-secondary institutions across Canada to improve our understanding of the types of stressors students are managing in different parts of the country. We are looking for student volunteers to complete an online survey a few times over the course of the 2020-2021 academic year. The first survey was conducted in October. We are now looking for volunteers to complete the survey in January and in March. If you did not participate in the survey in October, you can still participate this month! The survey should take you about 20 mins to complete. As a thank you for participating, you will have the opportunity to submit your e-mail into a draw after each survey for a chance to win one of several $25-$50 gift cards. If you are interested in participating, please read the attached Letter of Information below prior to completing the survey. The survey can be accessed at the following link: https://queensu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_42upGHEhmMsPrmd Sincerely, Dr. Brooke Linden, PhD Project Principal Investigator Queen’s University

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Update to UM Students: January 14, 2021
by Marcia Davies 14 Jan '21

14 Jan '21

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear students, Happy New Year and welcome to the 2021 Winter Term! I hope that you had a restorative and restful break. Whether you are new to the UM community or continuing in your studies, we are here to support your personal and academic success. There are a wide range of student supports<https://news.umanitoba.ca/support-for-um-students-whats-available-and-how-t…> available to you - please take advantage of them as needed throughout your academic journey. As you will have read in President Benarroch's message this week, in keeping with our continued commitment to the safety and wellbeing of the UM community, Summer Term 2021 will be delivered primarily remotely. Please note that registration for Summer Term will open in Aurora on April 5th. While we are all encouraged by the news that vaccinations are slowly rolling out in Manitoba, each of us must continue to be vigilant in ensuring our own health and safety and that of others in our community. We have created a webpage<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> about COVID-19, specifically for students, that provides a great deal of useful information and resources, including protocols aimed at keeping our community safe, a list of on-campus study spaces, and much more. If you are required to come to campus, the webpage also features a list of what is open on campus<https://news.umanitoba.ca/whats-open-on-both-campuses/>, and how to access those areas. As you prepare to launch into your courses, please check out the presentation, "Are you ready for Winter term<https://youtu.be/doeOulK3DA8>?" delivered by undergraduate academic advisors. It includes an overview of grading options and how to prepare for a successful semester. I also encourage you to register for the virtual UM Annual Career Fair<https://umanitoba.ca/careerservices/career-fairs/um-annual-career-fair> taking place January 21st. Over seventy employers are participating! Remember, it's never too early to explore your career options. And, lastly, if you are new to the University, I encourage you to participate in the winter welcome<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/first-year/um-commons/winter-welcome> this week. Many outstanding sessions are being offered and, if you missed some of them, recordings will be available. I will be in touch again as things continue to evolve. Meanwhile, be sure to check your UM email, read the Student Weekly e-newsletter, follow UM Student social media channels, and check the student COVID-19 webpage<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students> regularly. I am wishing each of you good health and much personal and academic success this term. Remember that we are in this together, and above all, don't be afraid to ask for help<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/resources-students> if you need it. My best, Laurie Schnarr 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: Creating opportunities for student success! 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 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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Scheduled Banner Upgrade Friday January 8, starting at 4:30 pm until Monday January 11 at 9:00 am.
by IT Service Desk 07 Jan '21

07 Jan '21

Scheduled Banner Upgrade Friday January 8 from 4:30 pm until Monday January 11 at 9:00 am Banner Administration Pages and Aurora Self Service will be temporarily unavailable Friday January 8 from 4:30 pm CST to Monday January 11 at 9:00 am CST, 2021 as the system upgrades. Other processes and systems that connect to Banner and Aurora (e.g. FAST, UM Achieve, EPIC, ODS, FlexReg) could be inaccessible or have limited functionality during this time. For more information please visit https://news.umanitoba.ca/banner-administration-pages-upgrade-coming-soon/ Please do not hesitate to contact the Service desk if you have any questions. Thank you, Service Desk Information Services & Technology University of Manitoba 123 Fletcher Argue 230 Neil John MacLean Library 204-474-8600 Servicedesk(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Servicedesk@umanitoba.ca> ************************************************************************************************************* This communication is intended for the use of the recipient to which it is addressed, and may contain confidential, personal and/or privileged information. Please contact us immediately if you are not the intended recipient of this communication, and do not copy, distribute, or take action relying on it. Any communication received in error, or subsequent reply, should be deleted or destroyed. Please consider the environment before printing this email. {CMI: MCID2657668}

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Best wishes this holiday season
by President's Office 17 Dec '20

17 Dec '20

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Update to UM Students: December 10, 2020
by Marcia Davies 10 Dec '20

10 Dec '20

[cid:image002.jpg@01D531AE.174C13F0] Dear students, We are so close to the end of Fall Term! You have worked hard and persisted - great work! It's been an unusual year, and you have handled it with grace and tenacity. As you complete final assignments and enter the final exam period, I encourage you to remain focused on your studies. The holiday break is right around the corner! I'm writing today to provide an important update, to share resources that have been developed to support your academic success, and to wish you well in the last weeks of the Fall Term. Last week, grading accommodations recommended by the UM's Covid-19 Recovery Steering Committee and sub-committees, which include representatives from UMSU and UMGSA, were approved by Senate. These grading accommodations were established in recognition of the potential impact that increased stresses and challenges associated with remote learning may have on academic performance, particularly during this prolonged Code Red period in Winnipeg. What are the grading accommodations for Fall Term 2020 and Winter Term 2021? You may choose to exclude from your UM GPA either: a) up to one (1) grade received in Fall Term, and up to one (1) grade received in Winter Term, or b) up to one (1) grade received in a spanned course which runs through both Fall and Winter terms. Your adjusted GPA resulting from exclusion of one or two grades will be used for all GPA-based performance requirements including program progression, probation, suspension, and requirements to withdraw, and to determine eligibility for UM bursaries and scholarships. The 'excluded' grade will remain on your UM transcript. It will be used for progression and prerequisite regulations that specifically reference minimum letter grade requirements, and will continue to be included in the GPA used for admission to advanced entry, professional, and graduate programs. You have lots of time to make your decision. You will have until the end of Winter Term 2021 to make your exclusion decisions for both Fall Term 2020 and Winter Term 2021. More details concerning the process will be communicated in January. How could these grading accommodations help you? The goal is to provide students with some accommodation for potential negative effects on academic performance arising from the increased stresses and challenges associated with remote learning, which have been exacerbated by the increasingly serious pandemic situation in Winnipeg. You will be able to reduce possible negative impacts of the current situation without compromising UM academic standards or integrity. This approach benefits students equally, including those who must maintain enrolment in a minimum number of credit-hours in order to remain eligible for funding. Get informed about the implications of your choice, before your make your final decision. Choosing to exclude one grade from your UM GPA could have implications for your academic trajectory, particularly if you are considering furthering your studies beyond your current target degree. In the coming days we will share more information and answers, including how and why to exclude a grade on your UM GPA on our student social media channels<https://www.instagram.com/umstudent/> and in the Student Weeklies. Please stay tuned to those channels. You can also find more information and some questions and answers on our COVID-19 website for students<https://umanitoba.ca/coronavirus/students>. There will be a virtual event Conversation for Success: Are you ready for the Winter Term? on Friday, December 11 from 9 am to 10 am, where you can hear from academic advisors and ask questions. You can register for the event, here <https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/conversations-success#upcoming-conver…> . Finally, as we move into the Fall Term exam period, I encourage you to review "Getting Ready for December Final Exams<https://umanitoba.ca/sites/default/files/2020-12/online-exam-recommendation…>", an important resource that has been developed by UM's Centre for the Advancement of Teaching & Learning, to help you prepare for exams in this remote learning environment. Please remember that an online exam is still an official university exam, and that the same academic integrity<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-integrity> expectations apply. Final exam support for students is available here<https://umanitoba.ca/registrar/final-exams/final-exam-supports-students> and resources for remote learning are available here<https://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/s…>. We've come a long way, and the end is in sight. As I mentioned earlier in this message, decisions regarding grading accommodations can be made later. Meanwhile, I encourage you to remain focused on the tasks at hand. Here is a video<https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hYNSM5ApNcg&feature=youtu.be> from some of your peers as motivation! I am sending you positive thoughts and best wishes for a successful end to the term, and a happy, healthy holiday. 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 - Marci Davies Marci.Davies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Marcia.Davies@umanitoba.ca>: 204.474.6917 Student Affairs: Creating opportunities for student success! 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 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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