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Tuesday community discussion, plus services and supports in the wake of U.S. travel restrictions
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 31 Jan '17

31 Jan '17

[cid:image001.jpg@01CEC4DE.C0FA5C60] Students and colleagues, I know that many of you have questions about last week's U.S. executive order to restrict access to those citizens from seven countries, including Iran, Iraq, Libya, Somalia, Sudan, Syria and Yemen. With nearly 200 students from these countries studying here at the University of Manitoba, I want to assure you that we support those in our community who are affected by the recently imposed travel restrictions and that we are committed to providing you with up-to-date information and support services. Students, faculty and staff who believe that they may be affected by the U.S. travel restrictions or who have questions should contact the International Office to speak with an international advisor (phone 204-474-8501 or email international @umanitoba.ca<mailto:international.office@umanitoba.ca>) to set up an appointment). Please note that a community discussion has been organized for tomorrow morning, where we can share thoughts, feelings and support one another. The event will take place on the Fort Garry campus in the Manitoba Room, second floor, University Centre. Running from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The event will be hosted by President David Barnard and feature remarks from Zeeshan Zamir, the president of the U of M Muslim Students Association; Don Stewart, the executive director of Student Support; and others. I hope to see you all then. Sincerely, Susan Gottheil, Vice-Provost (Students)

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Invitation to community discussion on recent U.S. travel restrictions
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 30 Jan '17

30 Jan '17

All members of the University community are invited to gather to discuss recent events in an open and safe environment, on Tuesday, January 31 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.<http://events.umanitoba.ca/EventList.aspx?fromdate=1/31/2017&todate=1/31/20…> in the Manitoba Room, on the second floor of University Centre. The event will be hosted by President David Barnard and include remarks from a number of student and University of Manitoba community leaders. Everyone attending is encouraged to participate in any way they feel comfortable, through speaking, sharing or listening. A similar event will be held on the Bannatyne campus later in the week. All students, staff and faculty are invited to attend. Students, faculty and staff who have questions should contact the International Office to speak with an international advisor<http://umanitoba.ca/international/contact.html> (phone 204-474-8501<tel:%20204-474-8501> or email international(at)umanitoba.ca<javascript:DeCryptX('0i0n1u0e0r3q1b2v1j1p0n0a3o3C2w3p0a2p0i3w1p0b1b0.1d2c')>) to set up an appointment). Further support is available for students from the Student Counselling Centre<http://umanitoba.ca/student/counselling/index.html> and Financial Aid and Awards<http://umanitoba.ca/student/fin_awards/>. David T. Barnard, Ph.D., President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Canada Office: +1-204-474-9345<tel:%2B1-204-474-9345> FAX: +1-204-261-1318<tel:%2B1-204-261-1318> Email: president(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:president@umanitoba.ca>

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Please check your Winter Term classrooms
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 17 Jan '17

17 Jan '17

[cid:image001.png@01D270C9.485D57E0] To all students registered in Fort Garry Campus courses: Please note that in the past week several changes to Winter Term classroom assignments have been made. Please re-check your assigned classrooms on Aurora prior to the start of classes tomorrow. Also note the assignment of laboratory rooms continues and will be completed prior to the start of labs. Good luck in your studies this term! Student Affairs...Creating Opportunities for Student Success Please be aware that the University of Manitoba will only use a student's university email account for official communications, including messages from instructors, department or faculty, academic advisors, and other administrative offices. http://umanitoba.ca/registrar/email_policy/

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Happy Holidays
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 20 Dec '16

20 Dec '16

[cid:image001.jpg@01D25AB2.3A7D89B0] Samuel Taylor Coleridge begins his poem "Frost at Midnight" with "The Frost performs its secret ministry / Unhelped by any wind." In this holiday season the "secret ministry" surrounds us with beauty, as do other phenomena of winter weather. I wish for you all the beauty and good - relationships, activities, physical things - that you hope for at this time of year, and that you will enjoy rest and renewal. On behalf of the entire University of Manitoba community, I wish you and your loved ones a joyous holiday season, and a healthy and prosperous new year. Sincerely, David T. Barnard, Ph.D. President and Vice-Chancellor

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Update on Withdrawing from Strike-Affected Courses and January Exam Schedule
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 05 Dec '16

05 Dec '16

[cid:image001.jpg@01CEC4DE.C0FA5C60] Dear Students, Your success in the Fall and Winter Terms remains our first priority. The university community is working to ensure that students have an easy transition to the adjusted academic calendar. That said, we understand that some students' individual circumstances will not allow for completion of a course within the modified timeframe, and you may wish to withdraw from that course and seek a refund. We hope that before making such an important decision, you will first consult with the instructor and academic advisor in the faculty, college or school offering the course to discuss making alternate arrangements. If alternate arrangements cannot be made and you choose to voluntarily withdraw from a strike-affected course, you may appeal for a credit of the tuition fees associated with the affected course. Please be aware that this appeal is distinct from the general fee appeal procedure, and requires that you have appropriate documentation and faculty, college or school approval. You can learn more about the Fee Appeal Due to Faculty Strike procedure at (http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/fees/830.html) or by contacting the Registrar's Office<http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/contact/index.html>. The January exam schedule for strike-affected courses is also now posted on the Registrar's Office website. (http://umanitoba.ca/student/examination_schedules.html). Please note that January exams will not appear on your MyExams schedule until early January after December exams are completed. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us by emailing strikeinfo(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:strikeinfo@umanitoba.ca>. Yours, Susan Gottheil, Vice-Provost (Students)

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Information on the Updated Academic Schedule
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 28 Nov '16

28 Nov '16

[cid:image001.jpg@01CEC4DE.C0FA5C60] Dear Students, As you start your second week of studies following the strike, we understand that many of you still have questions and concerns about changes made to the academic schedule and how they impact you. Please be aware that: * The Registrar's Office will send out an email this afternoon regarding the new Voluntary Withdrawal dates as well as other important information about date and deadline changes. * The University will be closed December 23 - January 2 as originally scheduled. There will be no classes or exams held during this time. * All students enrolled in classes that were affected by the strike will return to class on January 3 to make up for missed time and to complete final exams. Where travel was booked before the strike, we expect that instructors will be sympathetic and that alternative arrangements can be made for course work and exams (with appropriate documentation). * An updated exam schedule for classes interrupted by the strike is expected in early December. We will post that schedule as soon as it is available. * The exam period for classes not impacted by the strike will be held December 12 - 22. Some exams have been rescheduled from the original date. You can find the updated exam schedule in Aurora through MyExams. * Because classes affected by the strike will run concurrently with the exam period for continuing classes, timetabling conflicts may arise. In the event of a conflict, please consult with your instructors, faculty, college or school office to make alternative arrangements. * The start of the winter term for all students will be pushed back to January 18. However, the winter midterm break (Feb 21 - 24) and convocation (June 5 - 9) will continue as originally scheduled. We recognize these changes present challenges for many of you. Please know that we continue to listen to your concerns and are committed to providing you with all the information you need to successfully complete this term and next. The FAQs posted on www.umanitoba.ca/strikeinfo<http://www.umanitoba.ca/strikeinfo> have and will be updated regularly. For information on supports and resources available to help you cope with the extra challenges you face, please visit the strike support for students<http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/strike-supports-students.html> web page. And if you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us by emailing strikeinfo(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:strikeinfo@umanitoba.ca>. Yours, Susan Gottheil. Vice-Provost (Students)

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Classes resume Tuesday, Nov. 22
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 22 Nov '16

22 Nov '16

The University of Manitoba and the University of Manitoba Faculty Association (UMFA) have reached an agreement<http://news.umanitoba.ca/u-of-m-and-umfa-reach-tentative-agreement-classes-…>. Classes will resume on November 22 at their usual days and times. Students should continue to check umanitoba.ca/strikeinfo<http://umanitoba.ca/strikeinfo/> for the latest updates to class and exam schedules, as well as answers to common questions.

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Message to students
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 21 Nov '16

21 Nov '16

Dear students, This has been a stressful and trying time for our community, in particular for you, our students. We recognize that there is now a great deal of work ahead in setting the academic year back on course. Today, UMFA membership will vote on a new collective agreement recommended for ratification by its executive. We respect that process. Should the outcome be positive, I commit to ensuring that the February Reading Week will remain entirely intact, so that students can use the week as they choose. We know how important Reading Week is to you and your academic success under normal circumstances, and especially this year. As well, as indicated in previous communications, the December 23 - January 2 holiday break also remains intact. Vice-Provost (Students) Susan Gottheil and her team are working hard to ensure as smooth a transition as possible for students. Please take the time to read her message<http://news.umanitoba.ca/message-to-students-from-vice-provost-students-sus…> about class changes, exam schedules and available student services. An updated academic schedule is also available here<http://umanitoba.ca/admin/strike_info/academic-schedule-changes.html>. The entire University community is committed to providing a rapid transition back to class so that you can successfully complete the academic year. We look forward to welcoming back all professors and students tomorrow. Sincerely, David David T. Barnard, Ph.D., President and Vice-Chancellor 202 Administration Building, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Canada Office: +1-204-474-9345<tel:%2B1-204-474-9345> FAX: +1-204-261-1318<tel:%2B1-204-261-1318> Email: president(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:president@umanitoba.ca>

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U of M and UMFA reach tentative agreement; Classes to resume Tuesday, November 22
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 21 Nov '16

21 Nov '16

The University of Manitoba and the University of Manitoba Faculty Association (UMFA) today reached a tentative agreement. UMFA Executive is recommending acceptance of the agreement to its members, who will vote Monday. Classes are expected to resume Tuesday, November 22. Over the weekend, negotiating teams made progress on key issues related to teaching workload, performance metrics, and job protection, resulting in a tentative agreement that the UMFA Executive is recommending their members ratify. "The last few weeks have been challenging, and at times divisive, but it is my hope that our community will reunite in support of our commitment to our shared mission of teaching, discovery and engagement," said David Barnard, President and Vice-Chancellor. "To our students, I want to say that I understand and appreciate the extent to which the events of the past few weeks have disrupted your academic programs and shaken your perceptions of this institution. Please know that we are committed to providing a rapid transition back to class so that you can successfully complete the academic year." The University negotiating team expressed gratitude for the assistance provided by the conciliation officer appointed by the Province of Manitoba, who was instrumental in bringing the parties together. The University will not discuss details of the tentative agreement until the UMFA Executive has briefed its members. Students should continue checking umanitoba.ca/strikeinfo<http://umanitoba.ca/strikeinfo/> for updates. All students can expect to receive an email tomorrow with detailed information about class and exam schedules, as well as available student support services.

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University of Manitoba asks UMFA to allow vote on latest offer; weekend conciliation unsuccessful
by UM Student E-Mail Accounts 14 Nov '16

14 Nov '16

Conciliation between the University of Manitoba and the University of Manitoba Faculty Association (UMFA) came to an unsuccessful end Sunday afternoon. The University immediately called on the UMFA negotiating team to take the University of Manitoba offer to UMFA members for a ratification vote before November 16, in an effort to minimize any further disruption to students' academic schedules. The University will continue calling for a vote in order to precipitate an end to the strike, which is about to enter its third week. "It is our belief that the UMFA negotiating team will not accept anything the University offers," explained John Kearsey, Vice-President (External) at the University of Manitoba. "They rejected our March offer, intended to allow them to settle before a possible change in government. They rejected our September 13 offer, which provided salary increases of seven per cent over four years. They rejected offers we made during mediation, with a mediator they chose. They rejected offers we made during conciliation. It has been disheartening, to say the least. We are bargaining with ourselves. Given the circumstances, we feel compelled to ask the UMFA negotiating team to present the University's offer to UMFA members for a vote. We want this strike to end. Our students want this strike to end." The conciliator's report is expected early this week. "UMFA negotiators have told us that two issues remain to be resolved, both of which the University indicated during conciliation that it would be willing - in the interest of ending the strike - to have sent to arbitration. This, too, was rejected by UMFA negotiators. It's extremely frustrating, particularly as we watch the distress this is causing our students." The University is advocating for the UMFA negotiating team to take the University offer to its members for a ratification vote before November 16, at which time further impacts on the academic schedule are triggered. Students are advised to continue checking umanitoba.ca/strikeinfo<http://umanitoba.ca/strikeinfo/> for updates on the strike, changes to the academic schedule, a list of continuing classes and answers to common questions.

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