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Message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students)

Well, Bisons, the Fall Term has come to an end and the final exam periodhttps://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 conditionshttps://news.umanitoba.ca/247studyspace-fall2025/ for using this space.

Study spaces If you are in need of study space, UM Librarieshttps://umanitoba.ca/libraries/help-and-services/get-help are open. Find hours, study space optionshttps://news.umanitoba.ca/finding-space-to-study/, and information about their satellite locations on their website.

Academic supports Writing tutorshttps://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/academic-learning/tutoring-group-study 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 Advisorshttps://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 availablehttps://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-health-and-wellness/student-counselling-centre-scc to you. The Student Wellness Centrehttps://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-wellness, Healthy Uhttps://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/health-wellness/healthy-u and the Student Counselling Centrehttps://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/student-health-and-wellness/student-counselling-centre-scc 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 reasonshttps://news.umanitoba.ca/navigating-self-delcaration/ for deferred exams and where to get support.

Fuel your study sessions UM Campus Serviceshttps://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 Deskhttps://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 Centrehttps://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 Centrehttps://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 Serviceshttps://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 Aheadhttps://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 Serviceshttps://umanitoba.ca/community/sport-recreation/recreation-services/group-fitness-and-casual-rec-use website for more information and to find hours of operation.

Safety Download the UM Safe Apphttps://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@umanitoba.camailto:vp.students@umanitoba.ca Phone: 204.474.6917

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