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CL2029 - first exam information
by Pre-Clerkship Evaluations 05 Sep '25

05 Sep '25

Good morning everyone, Your first exam will take place on Monday, Sept. 8, 2025. Reminder to show up early to sign in as there will be a line up for the first exam. Your sign in table will be on the J.A. Hildes side (across from Theatre B). You will be seated in the middle section (long tables). Do not sit in the side areas. 1. Check Entrada for the room you will be writing in. * Accommodated students - you should have received an email from Student Accessibility Services Bannatyne with your room assignment. If you are unsure of where to go, send me an email. 2. You may not bring any bags, phones, food or drinks, smart watches, headphones, hats, etc. Leave it all in your lockers. You will be sent to put them away if you show up with them. If that makes you late past 9:30 am, you will not be allowed to write the exam. 3. You are allowed to bring in the following items * Pens/pencils * Device you are writing your exam on and charger * Simple calculator (no graphing calculators) * Clear bottle with only water 4. You will be given scrap paper when you sign in. You must write your name on the paper and return it at the end of the exam even if you don't use it. 5. In Theatre A, there is a plug for every seat. * If you are writing in another room, plugs may be limited. Make sure you get there early enough to secure a spot close to one. We can also provide extension cords if needed. However, your devices should always be fully charged for exams. 6. You must show your laptop screen to an invigilator before leaving the room to confirm that you have uploaded your exam. If your exam is not uploaded, I cannot mark it. Please refer to my initial Welcome email for more information and links to the policies. Questions about exam protocol and processes should be sent to PreClerkEvaluations(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:PreClerkEvaluations@umanitoba.ca>. Questions about content should be sent to your course leader. Good luck on Monday! Katherine Clark Pre-Clerkship Evaluations Program Administrator, UGME Max Rady College of Medicine | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences 260 Brodie Centre - 727 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 3P5 For JULY, AUG & SEPT please email as phone will not be working E: PreClerkEvaluations(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:PreClerkEvaluations@umanitoba.ca> [A close up of a logo Description automatically generated]

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CMA Backpack Orientation Day Reminder!
by Anna Urbanik 04 Sep '25

04 Sep '25

This email is being sent to you on behalf of Jaime McNicholl, Vice-Stick External Senior, Manitoba Medical Students' Association (MMSA): "The Canadian Medical Association Backpack Day is happening TOMORROW, September 5th, 2025, from 12pm - 1pm. Please make your way to Theatre A at 12pm for a brief presentation from Dr. Joss Reimer, former CMA president, and from Cynthia with Doctor's Manitoba. After the presentations, we will begin our backpack handouts, with a lunch provided by Doctor's Manitoba! See you all tomorrow!" Best, Jaime McNicholl (she/her) Medical Student | Class of 2027 Vice-Stick External Senior, Manitoba Medical Students' Association (MMSA) Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba

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FM0 - Call for questions for Midterm Review Session
by Anthony Kozak 04 Sep '25

04 Sep '25

Good morning CL2029, As we have our midterm review session for FM0 happening tomorrow, Dr. Fedirchuk has asked us to put out a call for questions for the session. We have been informed that it is possible that not all instructors from FM0 will be attending the session, so if you want to ensure that your question is answered, please fill out the Google form below or send either Yana or I an email. Please make sure to include both the session and instructor which your question pertains to when submitting your question. We will be sending the questions we receive to Dr. Fedirchuk at 6pm today, so please submit any questions before then. Google form for questions: https://forms.gle/uJ9HQanfLR9Ys15x8 You can also choose to ask your question in-person during the session, but please keep in mind that if the instructor from the session that your question pertains to is not present, your question may not be answered to the fullest possible extent. Sincerely, Yana & Anthony

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Diversity questionnaire
by Student Affairs Medicine 04 Sep '25

04 Sep '25

Good afternoon, Class of 2029 To support scheduling accommodations for religious holidays or important cultural events in Pre-Clerkship, Undergraduate Medical Education is collecting information from current students regarding their observances. The focus of this survey is to help plan exam dates; however, scheduling of required academic activities may also be adjusted when possible. Please note that the schedule is already set for the 2025-2026 academic year. Accommodations can still be provided through discussion with UGME Student Affairs, but this survey will help identify exam dates which need to be reviewed. Please complete the survey by end of day September 8th, 2025. All survey responses are anonymous. Survey: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YWN2V99 [cid:image001.png@01DC15C2.4812C2A0] Alyzia Horsfall, Student Affairs Coordinator Max Rady College of Medicine Rady Faculty of Health Sciences 290 Brodie Centre, 727 McDermot Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3E 3P5 204-789-3437 E-mail: alyzia.horsfall(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:alyzia.horsfall@umanitoba.ca>

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Community Interest Group Night - Sep. 5th 5 - 7PM
by Fatima Saqib 04 Sep '25

04 Sep '25

Hi everyone, Hope you’re all settling into the start of med school! The Community Interest Groups, EDI Working Groups, and Global Health Portfolio will be running an Info Night happening Friday, September 5th, from 5–7pm in the Joe Doupe Concourse. This will be an opportunity to: * Meet second-year students involved in these groups * Learn about the amazing initiatives and projects they worked on last year * Ask questions and see what you might want to get involved in this year There will be tables set up with posters, handouts, and snacks! It’s a great way to explore opportunities, find communities you connect with, and get ideas of where you may want to be involved in medical school! Please see below for a list of groups that will be at the event. Kindly, Fatima Saqib (she/her) Doctor of Medicine | Class of 2027 Vice Stick Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Sr. Manitoba Medical Students’ Association Max Rady College of Medicine List of groups: * Global Health - Local Officers * Race and Ethnicity Working Group * 2SLGBTQIA+ Working Group * Accessibility Working Group * Student Advocacy Committee * Teaching Awards Committee * University of Manitoba Journal of Medicine (UMJM) * UM Canadian Alliance of Medical Students Against Human Trafficking (CAMSAHT) * UV & Me Manitoba Chapter * 2SLGBTQIA+ Interest Group * Bioethics and Professionalism * Choosing Wisely * Immigrant and Refugee Health * Medical Women Interest Group * Northern Remote * Rural Interest Group * Black Medical Students’ Association * Christian Medical and Dental Association (CMDA) * East Asian Medical Students Association * Filipino Association of Medical Students * Indigenous Health Promotions Group * Muslim Medical Association of Canada * South Asian Medical Students Association

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Important Message from Associate Dean, UGME - PF1 Course Instructor Evaluation
by UGME Year 1 Course Administrator 03 Sep '25

03 Sep '25

This message is sent on behalf of Dr. Jim Butler, Associate Dean UGME: Dear Class of 2029, Undergraduate Medical Education has undertaken a process to evaluate all components of its program throughout the academic year. The purpose of the instructor evaluation, like the other types of evaluations, is to provide feedback on teaching and learning which will be used to make improvements to the academic program. The instructor evaluation instrument is attached. Your class has been randomly organized into two groups; each group will evaluate a specified number of instructors. In accordance with Program Evaluation Policy & Procedures, all instructors who teach three or more lectures in the PF1 course will be evaluated using the stated instrument. These evaluations are to be completed after the final lecture of each noted instructor. Your class will be evaluating the following instructors: * Dr. Aviva Goldberg * Dr. Merril Pauls After an instructor completes their final lecture in the course, one of the two groups will be distributed a survey via Entrada. This will occur at various points throughout the course. We appreciate your valuable feedback as we continue to enhance your educational experience in the UGME program. Sincerely, Dr. Jim Butler Dr. James B. (Jim) Butler BA, MD, CM, FRCPC Associate Dean Undergraduate Medical Education University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3P5 204-789-3534

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Important Message from Associate Dean, UGME - PH1 Course Instructor Evaluation
by UGME Year 1 Course Administrator 03 Sep '25

03 Sep '25

This message is sent on behalf of Dr. Jim Butler, Associate Dean UGME: Dear Class of 2029, Undergraduate Medical Education has undertaken a process to evaluate all components of its program throughout the academic year. The purpose of the instructor evaluation, like the other types of evaluations, is to provide feedback on teaching and learning which will be used to make improvements to the academic program. The instructor evaluation instrument is attached. Your class has been randomly organized into two groups; each group will evaluate a specified number of instructors. In accordance with Program Evaluation Policy & Procedures, all instructors who teach three or more lectures in the PH1 course will be evaluated using the stated instrument. These evaluations are to be completed after the final lecture of each noted instructor. Your class will be evaluating the following instructors: * Dr. Ian Whetter After an instructor completes their final lecture in the course, one of the two groups will be distributed a survey via Entrada. This will occur at various points throughout the course. We appreciate your valuable feedback as we continue to enhance your educational experience in the UGME program. Sincerely, Dr. Jim Butler Dr. James B. (Jim) Butler BA, MD, CM, FRCPC Associate Dean Undergraduate Medical Education University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3P5 204-789-3534

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FW: Updates regarding new macOS, iPadOS, and Windows operating systems
by Pre-Clerkship Evaluations 03 Sep '25

03 Sep '25

Please see below. If you have any questions, send them to ExamSoft directly. Katherine Clark Pre-Clerkship Evaluations Program Administrator, UGME Max Rady College of Medicine | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences 260 Brodie Centre – 727 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 3P5 For JULY, AUG & SEPT please email as phone will not be working E: PreClerkEvaluations(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:PreClerkEvaluations@umanitoba.ca> [A close up of a logo Description automatically generated] From: ExamSoft Updates <updates(a)examsoft.com> Sent: Wednesday, September 3, 2025 10:02 AM To: Katherine Clark <katherine.leung(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: Updates regarding new macOS, iPadOS, and Windows operating systems Critical Information regarding updating your operating system when using Examplify ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ You are receiving this communication in connection with your use of Turnitin services. [ExamSoft by Turnitin logo]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/term-mkt-utm-content-eml2-logo/cp9gyt/29408…> Dear Katherine, Apple and Microsoft have recently announced the upcoming release of updates to their operating systems, macOS 26 (Tahoe)<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/os-macos-/cp9gyx/2940813528/h/CnyNn3JsnL_b5…>, iPadOS 26 (Solarium)<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/os-ipados-/cp9gz1/2940813528/h/CnyNn3JsnL_b…> and Microsoft Windows 11 25H2<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/indows-11-version-25h2-4426437/cp9gz4/29408…>. We are still testing these operating systems and not yet certified these builds. Students should be reminded that they are not to download these new operating systems, nor use beta versions of the software as per our Minimum System Requirements<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/mkt-utm-content-eml2-hyperlink/cp9gz7/29408…>. With the release of macOS 26 (Tahoe), Apple will no longer be supporting macOS 13, Ventura. Reflecting this change, Examplify will no longer support macOS 13 Ventura, effective October 15, 2025. In addition to this change, Microsoft Windows 11 25H2, Microsoft will no longer be supporting Windows 10 22H2 effective October 14, 2025<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/-10-22h2-end-of-support-update/cp9gzb/29408…>. Turnitin will also cease supporting this operating system on October 15, 2025. Once these operating systems are certified, we will update our Minimum System Requirements Page. Helpful links/resources: * macOS 26 (Tahoe)<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/os-macos-2/cp9gzf/2940813528/h/CnyNn3JsnL_b…> * iPadOS 26 (Solarium)<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/os-ipados-2/cp9gzj/2940813528/h/CnyNn3JsnL_…> * Microsoft Windows 11 25H2<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/-for-windows-11-version-25h2-2/cp9gzm/29408…> * Windows 10 22H2<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/0-22h2-end-of-support-update-2/cp9gzq/29408…> * Minimum System Requirements<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/rm-mkt-utm-content-eml2-bullet/cp9gzt/29408…> Actions requested: * Share this update with relevant stakeholders. * Continue to advise exam-takers not to update to Windows 11 25H2, macOS Tahoe, iPadOS Solarium or any of its beta versions to ensure they are able to test without issue. Please reach out to your Customer Success Manager with any questions. Sincerely, The ExamSoft Team [X]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/turnitin/cp9gzx/2940813528/h/CnyNn3JsnL_b5D…> [Ig]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/turnitinco-/cp9h11/2940813528/h/CnyNn3JsnL_…> [Fb]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/TurnitinSoftware/cp9h14/2940813528/h/CnyNn3…> [In]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/company-turnitin/cp9h17/2940813528/h/CnyNn3…> © 2025 Turnitin<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/rm-mkt-utm-content-eml2-footer/cp9h1b/29408…>, LLC. All rights reserved. Turnitin 2101 Webster St Suite 1900 Oakland, CA 94612 This email was sent to katherine.leung(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:katherine.leung@umanitoba.ca> View this email online<https://go.turnitin.com/webmail/45292/2940813528/4d63ab20deaa674bca06bb56ef…> This message was sent to provide important information about your use of Turnitin services. 103741.02 20250903

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Important Message from Associate Dean, UGME - FM0 Course Instructor Evaluation
by UGME Year 1 Course Administrator 02 Sep '25

02 Sep '25

This message is sent on behalf of Dr. Jim Butler, Associate Dean UGME: Dear Class of 2029, Undergraduate Medical Education has undertaken a process to evaluate all components of its program throughout the academic year. The purpose of the instructor evaluation, like the other types of evaluations, is to provide feedback on teaching and learning which will be used to make improvements to the academic program. The instructor evaluation instrument is attached. Your class has been randomly organized into two groups; each group will evaluate a specified number of instructors. In accordance with Program Evaluation Policy & Procedures, all instructors who teach three or more lectures in the FM0 course will be evaluated using the stated instrument. These evaluations are to be completed after the final lecture of each noted instructor. Your class will be evaluating the following instructors: * Dr. Brent Fedirchuk * Dr. Donald Miller * Dr. Francis Amara * Dr. George Zhanel * Dr. Hao Ding * Dr. Alexa Hryniuk * Dr. Paul Park * Dr. Sandra Marles * Dr. Sari Hannila After an instructor completes their final lecture in the course, one of the two groups will be distributed a survey via Entrada. This will occur at various points throughout the course. We appreciate your valuable feedback as we continue to enhance your educational experience in the UGME program. Sincerely, Dr. Jim Butler Dr. James B. (Jim) Butler BA, MD, CM, FRCPC Associate Dean Undergraduate Medical Education University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba R3E 3P5 204-789-3534

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FW: Examplify for iPadOS Update Available This September
by Pre-Clerkship Evaluations 02 Sep '25

02 Sep '25

Please see below. Note that the University does not support Apple products. If you have any questions, send them to ExamSoft directly. Katherine Clark Pre-Clerkship Evaluations Program Administrator, UGME Max Rady College of Medicine | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences 260 Brodie Centre – 727 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg, MB, R3E 3P5 For JULY, AUG & SEPT please email as phone will not be working E: PreClerkEvaluations(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:PreClerkEvaluations@umanitoba.ca> [A close up of a logo Description automatically generated] From: ExamSoft Updates <updates(a)examsoft.com> Sent: Tuesday, September 2, 2025 2:04 PM To: Katherine Clark <katherine.leung(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: Examplify for iPadOS Update Available This September Important Accessibility Updates and Fixes ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ You are receiving this communication in connection with your use of Turnitin services. [ExamSoft by Turnitin logo]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/-utm-term-mkt-utm-content-eml1/cp9dqm/29400…> Dear Katherine, We are writing to inform you of a new version for Examplify for iPadOS. This will be a required update for your exam-takers. This update will be released on September 15, 2025 at 8 AM CST. This update includes an enhancement for WCAG 2.1 AA compliance regarding minimum contrast ratio in various areas. In addition to this, we have corrected the following bugs: * An issue where answer choices were not retained after navigation in some specific scenarios * An issue that would have prevented iPadOS 26 from being supported with Drag and Drop questions * Removed the ability to insert photos while using the spreadsheet tool In addition to this release, please note that we are still testing upcoming versions of the Apple iPadOS. As of this e-mail, this new version is not certified and students should be reminded not to download or install operating system versions that have not completed the certification process and been updated on our Minimum System Requirements (MSR) page<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/-utm-term-mkt-utm-content-eml1/cp9dq1/29400…>. As a reminder, the iPadOS version of Examplify is not an optional update. Students will be forced to upgrade when the software is launched. Actions Required: * As a best practice, instruct exam-takers to verify that their device meets MSRs<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/-utm-term-mkt-utm-content-eml1/cp9dq1/29400…> and to complete a mock exam before taking any assessments. * Share this information with all relevant parties, including members of your team and your exam-takers. Please reach out to your Customer Success Manager with any questions. Sincerely, The ExamSoft Team [X]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/turnitin/cp9dq4/2940095649/h/YVy9mx6_gbtAZ_…> [Ig]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/turnitinco-/cp9dq7/2940095649/h/YVy9mx6_gbt…> [Fb]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/TurnitinSoftware/cp9dqb/2940095649/h/YVy9mx…> [In]<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/company-turnitin/cp9dqf/2940095649/h/YVy9mx…> © 2025 Turnitin<https://go.turnitin.com/e/45292/-utm-term-mkt-utm-content-eml1/cp9dqj/29400…>, LLC. All rights reserved. Turnitin 2101 Webster St Suite 1900 Oakland, CA 94612 This email was sent to katherine.leung(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:katherine.leung@umanitoba.ca> View this email online<https://go.turnitin.com/webmail/45292/2940095649/4d63ab20deaa674bca06bb56ef…> This message was sent to provide important information about your use of Turnitin services. 103740.01 20250902

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