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Message to students - Bachelor of Midwifery Program - Attendance Regulation Update
by Andrea Friesen 31 Jul '25

31 Jul '25

Please do not reply to this email. Dear Students, In June 2025, the College of Nursing council approved a new Attendance regulation for the Bachelor of Midwifery Program. This new regulation will be in effect starting in the fall 2025 term. Please see the 2025 - 2026 Academic Calendar<https://umanitoba-ca-preview.courseleaf.com/undergraduate-studies/health-sc…> for an outline of academic regulations for the Bachelor of Midwifery Program. The updated Attendance regulation is also included below: Attendance As a professional program, students are expected to display a high academic and professional standard of conduct by punctual and regular attendance in all MDFY courses, including lectures, laboratories, workshops, intensives, placements, and tutorials. In the case of unavoidable circumstances (for example, illness or bereavement), students must contact the course instructor as soon as possible and submit an Absence declaration for each class or clinical day that is missed. Attendance in performance-based courses is essential for students to consistently demonstrate safe practice and meet the requirements of entry level competencies for the College of Midwives of Manitoba. As such, attendance in all aspects of performance-based courses is mandatory, including orientation activities. A student who misses more than seven (7) clinical days in a midwifery clinical courses (MDFY 2090, 3090, 4090, 4100) or an interprofessional clinical course (MDFY 3020), is at risk of failing the course. They will receive a learning contract and will be required to meet with the midwifery program director. A student who misses two (2) intensive classes, which include simulation and/or skills laboratory activities (MDFY 2040, MDFY 2090, 3090, 4090), is at risk of failing the course. They will receive a learning contract and will be required to meet with the midwifery program director. A student who misses one (1) class in an advanced clinical skills course (MDFY 3010, 4010), is at risk of failing the course. They will receive a learning contract and will be required to meet with the midwifery program director. If certificate courses such as NRP, MESP, or FHS are not completed due to absence(s), the student will be required to complete these courses privately, at their own expense. All certificate courses would need to be successfully completed within 8 weeks of the course end date to pass the course. Students are expected to complete 1820 hours of clinical practice time prior to starting Clerkship MDFY 4100. Once student absences in the clinical skills and clinical placement courses exceed 150 hours, students will be required to meet with the midwifery program director and will receive a learning contract. This may delay progression through the program. A student who misses more than two (2) theory classes, including in-person, online, or blended delivery courses, is at risk of failing the course. They will receive a learning contract and will be required to meet with the midwifery program director. Arriving late at a class/seminar/skills lab/clinical, or simulation day and/or leaving early is disruptive to all participants. A disruptive pattern of arriving late and/or leaving early may be considered equivalent to an absence. Regards, Trina Trina Arnold RN, BN, MPH Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs Senior Instructor College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Email: Trina.Arnold(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Trina.Arnold@umanitoba.ca> https://umanitoba.ca/nursing/ [cid:image001.png@01DC0201.B9CE4C40]

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Message to students - Final Exams
by Andrea Friesen 31 Jul '25

31 Jul '25

Dear Students, As we approach the final exam period, we'd like to share some important reminders regarding deferred exams. Please note that deferred exams are not automatically granted. All requests must be reviewed and approved by the Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs, and are considered only in cases of unexpected and extenuating circumstances that prevent you from attending your exam as scheduled. Examples of acceptable reasons include medical or compassionate grounds. If you find yourself unable to write a final exam for these reasons, you must: * Complete a self-declaration as soon as possible. The university is trialing a new declaration form for deferred exam requests, please use this form - Self Declaration<https://apps.powerapps.com/play/e/14d61a02-5d16-ebf2-a4cb-73912242b3f5/a/75…>. * Contact a student advisor within 48 hours of the missed exam by emailing nursing(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:nursing@umanitoba.ca> or booking an appointment with the Student Services Office. * You may be required to submit appropriate supporting documentation, such as a medical note or other relevant materials. * If your request is approved, you and your instructor will receive an email from a Nursing Student Advisor with further instructions. Please be aware that needing more time to study or prepare is not considered an acceptable reason for a deferred exam, nor are travel or vacation plans. We encourage all students to plan ahead and make use of available resources to support their exam preparation. We understand that unexpected things can happen, and we are here to support you if you experience circumstances beyond your control. If you're unsure whether your situation qualifies, please reach out to the advising team as soon as possible. All the best during the final exam period. Regards, Trina Trina Arnold RN, BN, MPH Associate Dean, Undergraduate Programs Senior Instructor College of Nursing, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Manitoba Pronouns: She/Her/Hers Email: Trina.Arnold(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Trina.Arnold@umanitoba.ca> https://umanitoba.ca/nursing/ [cid:image001.png@01DC0201.069408E0]

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Sundances and Wellness retreats--Ndinawemaaganag
by Andrea Friesen 16 Jul '25

16 Jul '25

Hello Students! Please do not reply to this email. If you have questions, please reach out to lisa.mendez(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:lisa.mendez@umanitoba.ca> We have received some updated dates/opportunities for students to apply for within the Ndinawemaaganag progam<https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/student-experience/interprofessional-c…> (full listing is below): August 14-17 Sakitowin Sundance. Students will drive or fly to Cross Lake to be helpers at the Sundance. Camping on-site is encouraged (gear provided if needed), however an apartment may be available. August 21-24 York Landing Sundance. Similar to above. This Sundance was originally scheduled in July and moved to new dates d/t wildfires. Only select this option if you have a connection to the community or have been to a Blacksmith family Sundance. August 21-24 Cree Nation Men's wellness gathering near Grand Rapids. This land-based men's camp provides a mix of large group learning, participating in sweat lodges, individual healing sessions (i.e Reiki, cedar baths), and activities such as making moose calls/traditional bows and arrows. Open to people who identify as men only. August 22-26 The Two-Spirit Sundance is located near Long Plain First Nation/Portage la Prairie. Students can commit to one day or the full weekend. Ideally students will attend one or more meeting in advance with the 2S Sundance community (evening July 26 virtual or in-person) and/or an in person meeting with Elder Charlotte (pm of Aug 12 or 13). If you are interested in any of these opportunities please fill in this form: https://forms.office.com/r/jijtjgTbAd UNLESS you've already applied (then just email me). https://news.umanitoba.ca/sundances-offer-students-crash-course-in-culture/ [https://news.umanitoba.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/students-at-sundance-l…]<https://news.umanitoba.ca/sundances-offer-students-crash-course-in-culture/> Sundances offer students 'crash course in culture'<https://news.umanitoba.ca/sundances-offer-students-crash-course-in-culture/> November 27, 2024 - A program through the Office of Interprofessional Collaboration (OIPC) at the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences is helping students connect with Indigenous communities through ceremony. The program, which is supported by the RBC Experiential Learning Travel Initiative, was given the name 'Ndinawemaaganag' - Anishinaabemowin for 'all my relations' - by Elder ... news.umanitoba.ca Lisa ________________________________ From: Lisa Mendez <Lisa.Mendez(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Lisa.Mendez@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Thursday, March 20, 2025 2:58 PM To: cors-all-students(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:cors-all-students@lists.umanitoba.ca> <cors-all-students(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:cors-all-students@lists.umanitoba.ca>> Subject: Ndinawemaaganag-summer 2025 opportunities Applications are now open for "Ndinawemaaganag" a unique opportunity to participate in an interprofessional community engagement experience within a rural or remote Indigenous community in summer 2025. https://forms.office.com/r/jijtjgTbAd The program was named Ndinawemaaganag by Elder Margaret Lavallee and translates to "All My Relations." This meaning speaks to the connections the students make with the community, each other, and the land and guides the interprofessional and social accountability opportunities within this program for Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. The experiences are all directed by the community partners to provide opportunities for students to learn about their community, its people, and health and well-being. Some of the experiences are anchored in a Sundance ceremony, while others include opportunities to spend time in their nursing stations and health centres. All experiences include land based experiences. Some experiences involve camping with the community while in others, students will stay in cabins on the water (and in some you'll do both!). All communities have road access, however in some scenarios students may fly. All expenses (travel, food, accommodations, ceremonial contributions etc) are covered by the RBC Experiential Learning Travel Fund. Sundances:<https://news.umanitoba.ca/sundances-offer-students-crash-course-in-culture/> For the various sundances, we play important helper roles (picking/preparing medicines, cutting trees, building the lodge, helping the kitchen staff with communal meals, assisting with cleanup). In most cases we camp with the community, however there is an option to commute to the Blacksmith Sundance (near Spruce Woods) or stay in a hotel in The Pas for the Opaskwayak. Ideally students will be available from early Friday morning to help build with lodge and then Saturday and Sunday to support/observe/participate in other ceremonies within the sundance. * Blacksmith Sundance (Spruce Woods): June 12-15 * Opaskwayak Sundance (OCN/The Pas): July 3-6 * Shallow Bay Sundance (Grand Rapids): July 10-13 * Sakitowin Sundance (Cross Lake/Pimicikamak): August 14-17 Longer community experiences: There are communities offering one or two-week opportunities: Norway House: Students will have a wholistic opportunity to learn about the community and health and well-being. Students will spend time in the newly built Health Centre of Excellence, in community programing, and in land-based experiences. Expect to spend time on and around the water and to be in ceremony. Students will be in community for the Indigenous Peoples day. Accommodations are a cabin on the water. Priority will be given to students who can attend for 2 weeks, however one week options may be available. Grand Rapids: Students will have a wholistic opportunity to learn about the community and health and well-being. Students will spend the first week at the nursing station and with the community health programs. The weekend will spent at the Shallow Bay sundance. Week two is scheduled based on opportunities available and student preference (may involve the nursing station, a land based camp, treaty days etc). Accommodations are a cabin on the water during the week and camping on the weekend. Priority will be given to students who can attend for 2 weeks, however one week options may be available. Tobacco camp (SERDC)<https://serdc.mb.ca/health/commercial-tobacco-reduction-strategy> in the Whiteshell: Students will be helpers at a camp for youth where the focus is to provide smoking cessation strategies, teachings re: traditional uses of tobacco/cultural practices, and harm reduction/health promotion strategies. Youth come from the communities in the South East Region to Brereton Lake in the Whiteshell; students will stay in cabins. * Norway House: June 16-27 * Grand Rapids: July 7-18, 2025 * Tobacco Camp: August 11-15 Why is this being offered? The RFHS is committed to offering interprofessional education to enhance the provision of integrated care, and is dedicated to actively building and enhancing partnerships to contribute to the communities it serves, including Indigenous Health partnerships, for collaborative care. What costs will be covered? Costs for students' travel, food and accommodations will be covered by the RBC Health Sciences Student Travel Initiative. What is the deadline to apply? The first deadline to apply will be Monday April 7th at which point Lisa will begin confirming matches. The application will continue to stay open as long as spaces remain for students. Where will students stay? How will they get there? Depending on the experience, students will either stay in the professional accommodations at the health centre, a hotel, or a cabin in the area. If attending a sundance it is likely you will camp with the community. Camping equipment is available if needed. Students will either fly or drive to the experience; carpooling will occur where possible. Will students receive credit for this experience? In most cases these experiences do not contribute to a specific course, however can contribute to your U of M Experiential Record. For UGME students, the equivalent of a 2-week experience is approved as an "Early Exposure". Students who complete this interprofessional practice experience will also receive a certificate of participation upon request. Who can apply? Students enrolled in the health profession programs in any of the five Colleges of the RFHS who have completed at least one term of their program are eligible are prioritized. If space permits, students from other programs outside of Rady may be considered. Where can I get more information? General questions about this opportunity can be directed to the RFHS Collaborative Healthcare Practice Lead Lisa.Mendez(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Lisa.Mendez@umanitoba.ca>. Updates will be posted here: https://umanitoba.ca/health-sciences/student-experience/interprofessional-c… Quotes from previous students: It was amazing to see how significant the ceremony was for the people and their connection to the land. With each ceremony done, there were many lessons to be learned, but one important lesson was how well the non-pharmacological intervention assisted the Indigenous people in healing and coping with their grief. These ceremonies were beautiful and moving, and I felt honored to be a part of them. The value of such spiritual practice was clear to me and helped show me that there is a great need for our society to support people to look after their own and their community's spiritual wellbeing. This weekend was one of the most memorable experiences I have had throughout my time at the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. There were many powerful learnings that I would have never experienced inside a classroom nor reading through books. It was evident to me that a sense of belonging in community, language, culture and traditions have a huge role to play in healing. If you are considering this experience but are on the fence, just go for it... this experience has been one of the most valuable to me as a person and professional, as it has given me insight into Indigenous culture, health care in the North, and interprofessional practice that I could not have gotten anywhere else. [cid:7d91b3d2-2a59-4a28-8aa3-ba77af71bfcf] [cid:252bd54e-3709-4777-a5ab-509201c7f228] Lisa Mendez, O.T. Reg. (MB) Collaborative Health Care Practice Lead Office of Interprofessional Collaboration Rady Faculty of Health Sciences [cid:9189dc59-5c0e-4f80-a44e-1885d1ffe62a] Lisa.Mendez(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Lisa.Mendez@umanitoba.ca>

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Extended Locker Sales Summer 2025
by Nursing Students' Association 22 Jun '25

22 Jun '25

Hello Everyone, Extended Locker sales for Summer 2025 will take place Monday to Friday, June 23 - 27, during NSA office hours in the NSA office (located in the main atrium). * Lockers cost $15, payable by cash (preferred) or e-transfer. * Anyone present in the office during or outside of office hours can assist you with your purchase. * Please try to bring exact change if paying with cash. Thank you! Please do not reply to this email. Sincerely, Miracle Okose (she/her) Treasurer | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage]

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Reminder: Locker Sale Today!
by Nursing Students' Association 11 Jun '25

11 Jun '25

Hello Everyone, The Summer 2025 locker sale is happening again today, Wednesday, June 11, from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM in the NSA office (main atrium). Lockers are available for $15 each, payable in cash only, and must be purchased in person. Don’t miss your chance to secure a locker for the summer! Come early to avoid disappointment—lockers go fast! Do not reply to this email. Sincerely, Hamidat Ahmed-Ishimel (she/her) UMSU REP | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage] Traditional Territories Acknowledgement: The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

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Reminder: Nursing Grand Rounds June 10th with Andrea Toews - All WELCOME
by Diana McMillan 09 Jun '25

09 Jun '25

Please join us on June 10th at noon on zoom for an another lively and informative Nursing Grand Rounds presentation. Tuesday June 10th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Andrea Toews, RN, MN, CRE, Respiratory Nursing Clinician, St. Boniface Hospital, Winnipeg, MB. The Arduous Passion of Resuscitation Nursing: When the Adrenaline Wears Off. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/66417353632?pwd=zgubYW2liwrKdDayhjlFJqWesMUhM3.1 Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba; Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg; & Research Affiliate, Manitoba Centre for Nursing and Health Research ** Please email as I am often working remotely or offsite. Walton, L.L., Duff, E., Arora, R.C., & McMillan, D.E. (2024). The role of the cardiac surgery patient in pain assessment and management: the patient perspective. Clinical Nursing Research, 1-7. https://doi:10.1177/10547738241273232<https://doi.org/10.1177/10547738241273232>. McMillan, D.E., Brown, D.B., Rieger, K.L., Duncan, G., Plouffe, J., Amadi, C.C., & Jafri, S. (2023). Patient and family perceptions of a discharge bedside board. Patient Education and Counseling - Innovation, 3, e100214. Elsevier, Online. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pecinn.2023.100214

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Important Update: Locker Sale Hours
by Nursing Students' Association 08 Jun '25

08 Jun '25

Hello Everyone, This is a quick update regarding the Summer 2025 locker sales. Please note there has been a change to the sale times: Locker sales will still take place in the NSA office (located in the main atrium) on: Monday June 9 and Wednesday, June 11. NEW TIME: 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM each day Lockers still cost $15, payable in cash and in person. Don’t forget to stop by the main lobby for the Pancake Breakfast happening tomorrow, Monday June 9, around the same time as locker sales. We hope to see you there! Do not reply to this email. Sincerely, Miracle Okose (she/her) Treasurer | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage]

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June 10th Nursing Grand Rounds with Andrea Toews - ALL WELCOME!
by Diana McMillan 04 Jun '25

04 Jun '25

Extending a warm welcome to you and your colleagues to join us at the Catalysts for Care 2025 Nursing Grand Rounds Speaker Series! [Date: June 10th, 2025, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, ZOOM presentation. Central Time Zone-DST Presenter: Andrea Toews, RN, MN, CRE, Respiratory Nursing Clinician, St. Boniface Hospital, Winnipeg, MB. Title: The Arduous Passion of Resuscitation Nursing: When the Adrenaline Wears Off.] [A person with long brown hair AI-generated content may be incorrect.] ZOOM LINK: https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/66417353632?pwd=zgubYW2liwrKdDayhjlFJqWesMUhM3.1 Abstract: A qualitative study was conducted to explore emergency room (ER) nurses' experiences of in-hospital resuscitation events and their experiences of clinical event debriefing. Emergency nurses from an urban tertiary hospital located in Western Canada were interviewed on their experiences. Four themes were identified: (1) ER nurses' experiences of resuscitation - 'The adrenaline rush,' (2) ER nurses' experiences post-resuscitation - 'When the adrenaline wears off', (3) ER nurses' perspectives of clinical event debriefing, and (4) ER nurses' recommendations for future practice and resources. Participants described negative psychological consequences resulting from providing resuscitation care, which had profound effects on their personal and professional lives. Participants identified gaps in supportive measures related to providing resuscitation care. Benefits, barriers, facilitators, and recommendations for clinical event debriefing, along with other recommendations for future practice, were identified. Implementing supportive measures for those providing resuscitation care is required for nurse's well-being, and in the best interest of the patients, families, and the healthcare organization. Upcoming Presentations Tuesday September 9th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Lisa Knisley, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB; Research Scientist, Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba; Co-Director, Translating Emergency Knowledge for Kids (TREKK); Co-Lead, Research into the Enhancement of Acute Care for Children's Health (REACH). Translating Emergency Knowledge for KIDS (TREKK): The key roles of nurses in sharing the latest evidence in pediatric emergency care across Canada. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/63749408879?pwd=KKOaChATuQaM9J5SIzkjXlyzaqs0VJ.1 Tuesday October 14th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Kim Mitchell, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, & Marnie Kramer, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB. An exploratory study of threshold concepts in nursing education: Examining student and faculty perspectives about the troublesome nature of learning concepts of heath and illness. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/68777905586?pwd=V3t56aaaFMxhnSvTQa4KHsdxX3RXO7.1 Tuesday November 18th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Edward Cruz, RN, PhD, CCN, FCAN, Assistant Professor & Associate Dean Undergraduate Programs, College of Nursing, University of Windsor, Windsor, ON. Presentation title: TBC https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/63017221594?pwd=87NpThWSRhyGBvMeNM59dFVttKIYgw.1 ARCHIVE LINK TO ALL RECORDED PRESENTATIONS: https://umanitoba.yuja.com/V/PlayList?node=4121225&a=1926463596&autoplay=1 The Clinical Chair Program, supported by the Health Sciences Centre, University of Manitoba College of Nursing, and the Health Sciences Centre Foundation, aims to foster clinically relevant research partnerships, networks and synergies fueling nursing research and clinical innovation, enhancing knowledge translation, and supporting improved patient outcomes. The goal of this free monthly virtual speaker series is the creation of a space for clinicians, researchers, scholars, and students to share knowledge, expertise, insights, and questions to spark ideas and connection to strengthen nursing research and practice, building a strong clinical nursing research and practice innovation community across Manitoba, and coast to coast to coast! Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD, Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, & Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre. We are booking presenters for the 2026 series. Please contact Diana at diana.mcmillan(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:diana.mcmillan@umanitoba.ca> if you are interested in sharing your research or innovation. Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba; Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg; & Research Affiliate, Manitoba Centre for Nursing and Health Research ** Please email as I am often working remotely or offsite. Walton, L.L., Duff, E., Arora, R.C., & McMillan, D.E. (2024). The role of the cardiac surgery patient in pain assessment and management: the patient perspective. Clinical Nursing Research, 1-7. https://doi:10.1177/10547738241273232<https://doi.org/10.1177/10547738241273232>. McMillan, D.E., Brown, D.B., Rieger, K.L., Duncan, G., Plouffe, J., Amadi, C.C., & Jafri, S. (2023). Patient and family perceptions of a discharge bedside board. Patient Education and Counseling - Innovation, 3, e100214. Elsevier, Online. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pecinn.2023.100214

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Locker Sales Summer 2025
by Nursing Students' Association 04 Jun '25

04 Jun '25

Hello Everyone, Locker sales for Summer 2025 will take place in the NSA office (located in the main atrium) on Monday,June 9, 2025, and Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM each day. Lockers cost $15, payable in cash and in person. There will be no early bird sales, lockers will be sold on a first-come, first-served basis. If you wish to keep your current locker, you may repurchase it during the sale on Monday and Wednesday. Further details regarding locker sales will be provided soon. Please wait for this email. Do not reply to this email. Sincerely, Miracle Okose (she/her) Treasurer | Nursing Students' Association College of Nursing | Rady Faculty of Health Sciences University of Manitoba [signatureImage]

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Manitoba Midwifery 25th Anniversary Celebration Gala event June 12, 2025
by Thara Wijewardana 03 Jun '25

03 Jun '25

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FW: 2025-26 college of nursing scholarship application, now open
by Marie Jivan 27 May '25

27 May '25

Please do not reply to this email. If you have questions, please email marie.jivan(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marie.jivan@umanitoba.ca> ________________________________ Hello Students, This email serves as a reminder the deadline for NSA scholarships is quickly approaching on May 31, 2025 at 2359h Winnipeg time. From: Marie Jivan Sent: Tuesday, May 6, 2025 11:43 AM To: nursing-bn-students(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:nursing-bn-students@lists.umanitoba.ca>; nursing-midwifery(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:nursing-midwifery@lists.umanitoba.ca> Subject: 2025-26 college of nursing scholarship application, now open Please do not reply to this email. If you have questions, please email marie.jivan(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marie.jivan@umanitoba.ca> ________________________________ Hello Nursing and Midwifery students! We are now accepting submissions for 2025-26 college of nursing scholarships<https://umanitoba.ca/nursing/student-experience/resources-undergraduate-stu…> The deadline to apply for scholarships in the College of Nursing is Wednesday May 31, 2025 @ 2359h Winnipeg time (DST). * The NSA Scholarships (available to all midwifery and nursing students) are under "All Years: scholarships requiring application submission". * Including students studying at UCN campuses in The Pas and Thompson * Most scholarships are awarded on academic merit from completed NURS courses. We have a few Entrance Scholarships that will consider admission courses. Students selected as recipients will be notified by the Financial Aid & Awards office later in August. ________________________________ Friendly reminders: * the application is available for Manitoba Student Aid for Spring/Summer 2025<https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/msa/index.html>, if you wish to apply * the UM Spring/Summer Term Bursary program<https://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards/bursaries>, if you wish to apply

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Nursing Grand Rounds - Tomorrow Noon on Zoom All Welcome!
by Diana McMillan 12 May '25

12 May '25

Extending a warm welcome to you and your colleagues to join us at the Catalysts for Care 2025 Nursing Grand Rounds Speaker Series! [Date: May 13th, 2025, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, ZOOM presentation. Central Time Zone-DST Presenter: Susan Alcock, RN MN; Research Associate, Department of Radiology, Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB. Title: Safety and effectiveness of intravenous thrombolysis for acute stroke patients in the Manitoba TeleStroke Program.] [cid:image002.png@01DBC35B.8C679340] ZOOM LINK: https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/63817319765?pwd=IQ8YlOE3UseIo1CLn3sser6cJq9e9k.1 Abstract: Background: TeleStroke can improve access to stroke care in rural areas. We aim to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of intravenous thrombolysis in our TeleStroke system. Methods: The Manitoba TeleStroke program was rolled out across 7 sites between November 2014 and January 2019. We retrospectively analyzed prospectively collected consecutive acute stroke patients' data in this duration. The primary outcome was safety and effectiveness measured in terms of 90-day modified Rankin score (mRs). The number of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients receiving thrombolysis and endovascular thrombectomy [EVT] and process metrics were also analyzed. R/RStudio version-4.3.2 was used (p<0.05). Results: Of the 1,748 TeleStroke patients (age 71 years [IQR 58-81], female 810[46.3%]), 696 were identified as AIS. Of these, 265(38.1%) received thrombolysis and 48(6.9%) EVT. Ninety-day mortality was 53(20.0%) among those receiving thrombolysis and 117(44.2%) had a favorable outcome (mRs ≤2). Of those who received intravenous thrombolysis, 9 patients (4.2%) were found to have symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage. The median last-seen-normal (LSN)-to-door was121 minutes and the median door-to-needle, 55 minutes. Conclusion: Intravenous thrombolysis was found to be effective with acceptable safety. TeleStroke improved overall access to stroke care and played an important role in identifying AIS patients eligible for thrombolysis and EVT. Upcoming Presentation Tuesday June 10th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Andrea Toews, RN, MN, CRE, Respiratory Nursing Clinician, St. Boniface Hospital, Winnipeg, MB. The Arduous Passion of Resuscitation Nursing: When the Adrenaline Wears Off. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/66417353632?pwd=zgubYW2liwrKdDayhjlFJqWesMUhM3.1 Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba; Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg; & Research Affiliate, Manitoba Centre for Nursing and Health Research ** Please email as I am often working remotely or offsite. Walton, L.L., Duff, E., Arora, R.C., & McMillan, D.E. (2024). The role of the cardiac surgery patient in pain assessment and management: the patient perspective. Clinical Nursing Research, 1-7. https://doi:10.1177/10547738241273232<https://doi.org/10.1177/10547738241273232>. McMillan, D.E., Brown, D.B., Rieger, K.L., Duncan, G., Plouffe, J., Amadi, C.C., & Jafri, S. (2023). Patient and family perceptions of a discharge bedside board. Patient Education and Counseling - Innovation, 3, e100214. Elsevier, Online. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pecinn.2023.100214

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2025-26 college of nursing scholarship application, now open
by Marie Jivan 06 May '25

06 May '25

Please do not reply to this email. If you have questions, please email marie.jivan(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:marie.jivan@umanitoba.ca> ________________________________ Hello Nursing and Midwifery students! We are now accepting submissions for 2025-26 college of nursing scholarships<https://umanitoba.ca/nursing/student-experience/resources-undergraduate-stu…> The deadline to apply for scholarships in the College of Nursing is Wednesday May 31, 2025 @ 2359h Winnipeg time (DST). * The NSA Scholarships (available to all midwifery and nursing students) are under "All Years: scholarships requiring application submission". * Including students studying at UCN campuses in The Pas and Thompson * Most scholarships are awarded on academic merit from completed NURS courses. We have a few Entrance Scholarships that will consider admission courses. Students selected as recipients will be notified by the Financial Aid & Awards office later in August. ________________________________ Friendly reminders: * the application is available for Manitoba Student Aid for Spring/Summer 2025<https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/msa/index.html>, if you wish to apply * the UM Spring/Summer Term Bursary program<https://umanitoba.ca/financial-aid-and-awards/bursaries>, if you wish to apply

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May 5th-Day of the Midwife
by Thara Wijewardana 05 May '25

05 May '25

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Nursing Grand Rounds May 13th - All Welcome!!
by Diana McMillan 25 Apr '25

25 Apr '25

Extending a warm welcome to you and your colleagues to join us at the Catalysts for Care 2025 Nursing Grand Rounds Speaker Series! [Date: May 13th, 2025, 12:00 - 1:00 pm, ZOOM presentation. Central Time Zone-DST Presenter: Susan Alcock, RN MN; Research Associate, Department of Radiology, Max Rady College of Medicine, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB. Title: Safety and effectiveness of intravenous thrombolysis for acute stroke patients in the Manitoba TeleStroke Program.] [cid:image002.png@01DBB5D9.2B0C2AF0] ZOOM LINK: https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/63817319765?pwd=IQ8YlOE3UseIo1CLn3sser6cJq9e9k.1 Abstract: Background: TeleStroke can improve access to stroke care in rural areas. We aim to evaluate the safety and effectiveness of intravenous thrombolysis in our TeleStroke system. Methods: The Manitoba TeleStroke program was rolled out across 7 sites between November 2014 and January 2019. We retrospectively analyzed prospectively collected consecutive acute stroke patients' data in this duration. The primary outcome was safety and effectiveness measured in terms of 90-day modified Rankin score (mRs). The number of acute ischemic stroke (AIS) patients receiving thrombolysis and endovascular thrombectomy [EVT] and process metrics were also analyzed. R/RStudio version-4.3.2 was used (p<0.05). Results: Of the 1,748 TeleStroke patients (age 71 years [IQR 58-81], female 810[46.3%]), 696 were identified as AIS. Of these, 265(38.1%) received thrombolysis and 48(6.9%) EVT. Ninety-day mortality was 53(20.0%) among those receiving thrombolysis and 117(44.2%) had a favorable outcome (mRs ≤2). Of those who received intravenous thrombolysis, 9 patients (4.2%) were found to have symptomatic intracranial hemorrhage. The median last-seen-normal (LSN)-to-door was121 minutes and the median door-to-needle, 55 minutes. Conclusion: Intravenous thrombolysis was found to be effective with acceptable safety. TeleStroke improved overall access to stroke care and played an important role in identifying AIS patients eligible for thrombolysis and EVT. Upcoming Presentations Tuesday June 10th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Andrea Toews, RN, MN, CRE, Respiratory Nursing Clinician, St. Boniface Hospital, Winnipeg, MB. The Arduous Passion of Resuscitation Nursing: When the Adrenaline Wears Off. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/66417353632?pwd=zgubYW2liwrKdDayhjlFJqWesMUhM3.1 Tuesday September 9th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Lisa Knisley, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB; Research Scientist, Children's Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba; Co-Director, Translating Emergency Knowledge for Kids (TREKK); Co-Lead, Research into the Enhancement of Acute Care for Children's Health (REACH). Translating Emergency Knowledge for KIDS (TREKK): The key roles of nurses in sharing the latest evidence in pediatric emergency care across Canada. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/63749408879?pwd=KKOaChATuQaM9J5SIzkjXlyzaqs0VJ.1 Tuesday October 14th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Kim Mitchell, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, & Marnie Kramer, RN, PhD, Assistant Professor, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB. An exploratory study of threshold concepts in nursing education: Examining student and faculty perspectives about the troublesome nature of learning concepts of heath and illness. https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/68777905586?pwd=V3t56aaaFMxhnSvTQa4KHsdxX3RXO7.1 Tuesday November 18th, 2025 12:00 - 1:00 pm, Central Time Zone. Edward Cruz, RN, PhD, CCN, FCAN, Assistant Professor & Associate Dean Undergraduate Programs, College of Nursing, University of Windsor, Windsor, ON. Presentation title: TBC https://ca01web.zoom.us/j/63017221594?pwd=87NpThWSRhyGBvMeNM59dFVttKIYgw.1 ARCHIVE LINK TO ALL RECORDED PRESENTATIONS: https://umanitoba.yuja.com/V/PlayList?node=4121225&a=1926463596&autoplay=1 The Clinical Chair Program, supported by the Health Sciences Centre, University of Manitoba College of Nursing, and the Health Sciences Centre Foundation, aims to foster clinically relevant research partnerships, networks and synergies fueling nursing research and clinical innovation, enhancing knowledge translation, and supporting improved patient outcomes. The goal of this free monthly virtual speaker series is the creation of a space for clinicians, researchers, scholars, and students to share knowledge, expertise, insights, and questions to spark ideas and connection to strengthen nursing research and practice, building a strong clinical nursing research and practice innovation community across Manitoba, and coast to coast to coast! Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD, Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba, & Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre. We are booking presenters for the 2026 series. Please contact Diana at diana.mcmillan(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:diana.mcmillan@umanitoba.ca> if you are interested in sharing your research or innovation. Dr. Diana E. McMillan, RN, PhD Professor, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences, College of Nursing, University of Manitoba; Clinical Chair, Health Sciences Centre, Winnipeg; & Research Affiliate, Manitoba Centre for Nursing and Health Research ** Please email as I am often working remotely or offsite. Walton, L.L., Duff, E., Arora, R.C., & McMillan, D.E. (2024). The role of the cardiac surgery patient in pain assessment and management: the patient perspective. Clinical Nursing Research, 1-7. https://doi:10.1177/10547738241273232<https://doi.org/10.1177/10547738241273232>. McMillan, D.E., Brown, D.B., Rieger, K.L., Duncan, G., Plouffe, J., Amadi, C.C., & Jafri, S. (2023). Patient and family perceptions of a discharge bedside board. Patient Education and Counseling - Innovation, 3, e100214. Elsevier, Online. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.pecinn.2023.100214

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UM - May 2025 Midwifery Graduates
by Thara Wijewardana 24 Apr '25

24 Apr '25

[cid:image002.png@01DBB509.908092C0] Congratulations on completing the Midwifery program at the University of Manitoba! The skills and knowledge you have built throughout your education will make a significant impact in the lives of Manitobans. Opportunities are available across the province in communities large and small with competitive compensation, extended health benefits, and the ability to grow your career to specialize in different areas of practice. We Are Here To Help [cid:image004.png@01DBB509.908092C0]Our healthcare recruiters offer a variety of supports to help you in your transition from student to midwife. They have a wealth of knowledge about navigating career sites, finding your job-match best fit, building networking and interview skills, writing your resume, and so much more. Scan to schedule a one-on-one session with a healthcare recruiter today! [cid:image006.png@01DBB509.908092C0]

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The impact of Goodreads and Amazon reviews
by wilson90matt＠gmail.com 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

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The Future of HR Consulting in Saudi Arabia: Opportunities and Challenges
by zoebloom85＠gmail.com 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

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The Future of HR Consulting in Saudi Arabia: Opportunities and Challenges
by zoebloom85＠gmail.com 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

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The Future of HR Consulting in Saudi Arabia: Opportunities and Challenges
by zoebloom85＠gmail.com 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

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Is it safe to wash and reuse aluminum foil?
by alicedexter8＠gmail.com 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

Yes, it is generally safe to wash and reuse <a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Foil">aluminum foil</a>, as long as it's not heavily soiled or torn. Here are a few things to keep in mind: ✅ When It’s Safe to Reuse: - Lightly used: If it was used to cover food or line a baking sheet without much residue. - Not crumpled: Flatten it out gently if it’s still in good shape. - Not greasy or burnt: Grease and heavy charring are harder to clean and may affect food safety. 🚫 When Not to Reuse: - Torn or heavily wrinkled: These can trap bacteria or break apart during reuse. - Contaminated with raw meat juices: Better to discard in this case to avoid cross-contamination. - Coated with sauces or sticky substances: Cleaning can be tricky and not worth the risk. It’s a good way to reduce waste, just be sure it’s clean and safe for the next use!

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What are the 3 important elements of a well written resume?
by alicedexter8＠gmail.com 22 Apr '25

22 Apr '25

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Why More Authors Are Choosing Hybrid Publishing Models
by beanjelle90＠gmail.com 21 Apr '25

21 Apr '25

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21 Apr '25

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21 Apr '25

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