The Riddell Faculty is pleased to share upcoming events,
research updates, and key deadlines ahead.
UM Prep Week
Prep Week is filled with activities to help new students start their university journey with confidence! Begin with First-Year Essentials and discover practical strategies to help you
successfully navigate your first year.
August 31 to September 4, 2026
Working in Good Ways: A Community-Engaged Learning Institute
This 4-day institute offers faculty and instructors an opportunity to explore different ways of using the Working in Good Ways Framework as a teaching tool for developing students' capacity
for ethical and meaningful engagement with Indigenous and systematically marginalized communities.
August 31 to September 3, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm,
Room 108, St. John's College
The Centre’s Open House 2026
Join The Centre’s Open House to explore our free academic support services and learn how we can help you support student learning and success. Featuring guest panelist
Dr. Lisa Friedrich.
September 1, 2026, 9:30 am - 3:00 pm, Fort Garry Campus
International Students Orientation
Learn about the resources and support available to help you successfully transition to life and studies at UM while connecting with other international students.
September 3, 2026, Multi-Purpose Room UMSU
Welcome Day
Welcome Day is happening at Princess Auto Stadium! Connect with friends (old and new!), get energized at the Pep Rally, enjoy food, and take part in Welcome Day Tailgate!
September 8, 2026, Princess Auto Stadium
Conflict Readiness for Environmental Professionals
The workshop is delivered by Narratives, a Manitoba-based consulting firm specializing in dialogue, conflict transformation, facilitation, and community engagement.
Open to students in environmental studies, natural resources, planning, co-op and related disciplines.
September 8-9, 2026, St. John’s College
Email
Leslie.Goodman@umanitoba.ca to
register.
Cleaning Services
Beginning Monday, August 24, 2026, the transition to the new caretaking services will begin.
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Become a Riddell Student Ambassador
Represent the Riddell Faculty as a Student Ambassador, connect with current and prospective students, and gain valuable experience in leadership, communication, and event support.
Academic Advising
Get support with degree planning,
course selection, registration, and academic policies. Academic advisors are available for in-person and virtual appointments throughout the year.
Email
Riddell.Advisor@umanitoba.ca or
book an in-person or virtual appointment via https://3620.waitwell.ca.
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UM Career Services
Career development supports are available to all UM undergraduate and graduate students. Students can schedule in-person or virtual appointments
throughout the year. Invite
Career Services into your classroom for a 10-minute service introduction, or a full 50 to 75 minute workshop on career planning,
grad school considerations, resume/CV, job search, interview preparation, networking.
Questions? Contact:
cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca
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Connect with us:
If you have activities, events or announcements you would like to feature in upcoming weekly updates, please send the details to
Riddell.Faculty@umanitoba.ca.