November 2025 - Riddell-faculty-term-staff - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Upcoming Geochronology Candidate Presentations – Dr. Jonathan Toma
by Nick Lupky 24 Nov '25

24 Nov '25

The following message is being shared on behalf of Janice Tilly, Confidential Administrator (Strategic Projects). Hello Riddell Faculty, You are invited to attend presentations from one of the three candidates for the Geochronology position #36475. They will be presenting an undergraduate lecture on Day One, and Day Two they will give a research presentation. The candidate will highlight their significant research contributions and teaching expertise followed by time for Q/A. Find out more information below or use the attached poster. Wednesday, 3 December & Thursday, 4 December Dr. Jonathan Toma Postdoctoral Associate Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences Yale University Student Presentation: Wednesday, 3 December in 243 Wallace Building Title: “Colliding Worlds: How the Sudbury Impact Forged a Critical Mineral System” Time: 1:30 PM Research Presentation: Thursday, 3 December in 223 Wallace Building Title: “From Orogenesis to Subduction: Timekeeping with Graphite” Time: 1:00 PM If you have any questions, you may reach out to Dean.Environment(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Dean.Environment@umanitoba.ca> Thanks, and have a great day. Nick Lupky, B.Env.D. (He/Him/His) Communications & Marketing Coordinator Dean’s Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 497 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Nick.Lupky(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Nick.Lupky@umanitoba.ca> | (204)-915-7203 The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution. Want to stay up to date with everything coming from the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources? Check out the following link: https://linktr.ee/riddellfaculty

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Upcoming Geochronology Candidate Presentations – Dr. Éleanore Bléreau
by Nick Lupky 20 Nov '25

20 Nov '25

The following message is being shared on behalf of Janice Tilly, Confidential Administrator (Strategic Projects). Hello Riddell Faculty, You are invited to attend presentations from one of the three candidates for the Geochronology position #36475. They will be presenting an undergraduate lecture on Day One, and Day Two they will give a research presentation. The candidate will highlight their significant research contributions and teaching expertise followed by time for Q/A. Find out more information below or use the attached poster. Monday, 1 December & Tuesday, 2 December Dr. Éleanore Bléreau Research Associate Department of Geology and Geological Engineering Université Laval Student Presentation: Monday, 1 December in 243 Wallace Building Title: “A window into the Early Earth: The Acasta and Assean Lake Gneisses” Time: 1:30 PM Research Presentation: Tuesday, 2 December in 223 Wallace Building Title: “Petrochronology and microstructural analysis: Tools for reconciling the cryptic crustal record and the evolution of the crust” Time: 1:00 PM If you have any questions, you may reach out to Dean.Environment(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Dean.Environment@umanitoba.ca> Thanks, and have a great day. Nick Lupky, B.Env.D. (He/Him/His) Communications & Marketing Coordinator Dean’s Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 497 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Nick.Lupky(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Nick.Lupky@umanitoba.ca> | (204)-915-7203 The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution. Want to stay up to date with everything coming from the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources? Check out the following link: https://linktr.ee/riddellfaculty

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Service Disruption - Wallace, Parker, Allen, Biological Science, Buller, Duff Roblin, Animal Science, Agriculture, Plant Science, Ellis, Soil Science Shed - RO Water Shutdown - Dec 15 to Dec 19th, 2025
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 18 Nov '25

18 Nov '25

Good morning, Please see below notice on behalf of Stuart Lang. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Building(s): Wallace, Parker, Allen, Biological Science, Buller, Duff Roblin, Animal Science, Agriculture, Plant Science, Ellis, Soil Science Shed Location(s): Reverse Osmosis system Timeframe (Est): December 15th , 2025 at 8:00 AM to December 19th, 2025 at 4:00 PM Category: Reverse Osmosis System Sanitation Overview: December 15th , 2025 at 8:00 AM to December 19th, 2025 at 4:00 PM - The RO system for these buildings will be down for maintenance and sanitization procedures. RO water will be unavailable during this time. Questions/concerns regarding this shutdown can be directed to Stuart Lang at 204-474-7586. Physical Plant Work Order Desk 204.474.6281

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Riddell Faculty Newsletter - Fall 2025
by Nick Lupky 14 Nov '25

14 Nov '25

Hello Riddell Faculty, I am excited to share the latest Faculty Newsletter with you all! A compressed PDF version is attached to this email, but you can also access the newsletter using the following link - https://umweb-edit.ad.umanitoba.ca/environment-earth-resources/sites/enviro… A simplified text-only version will be uploaded next week, and physical copies will be available from the Dean's Office soon after. If you would prefer to view the newsletter as spreads, let me know and I can send you a revised copy. I want to personally thank everyone who was able to submit for this round - there's a lot of great updates and content to read about from across the faculty! Another email will be sent out in the coming weeks to gather content for the Winter newsletter, but if you have anything you'd like to share or celebrate now, feel free to let me know. Thanks, and have a great weekend! Nick Lupky, B.Env.D. (He/Him/His) Communications & Marketing Coordinator Dean's Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 497 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Nick.Lupky(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Nick.Lupky@umanitoba.ca> | (204)-915-7203 The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution. Want to stay up to date with everything coming from the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources? Check out the following link: https://linktr.ee/riddellfaculty

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Upcoming Geochronology Candidate Presentations – Dr. Barra Peak
by Nick Lupky 13 Nov '25

13 Nov '25

The following message is being shared on behalf of Janice Tilly, Confidential Administrator (Strategic Projects). Hello Riddell Faculty, You are invited to attend presentations from one of the three candidates for the Geochronology position #36475. They will be presenting an undergraduate mock lecture on Day One, and Day Two they will give a research presentation. The candidate will highlight their significant research contributions and teaching expertise followed by time for Q/A. Find out more information below or use the attached poster. Wednesday, 26 November & Thursday, 27 November Dr. Barra Peak Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences Jackson School of Geosciences The University of Texas at Austin Student Presentation: Wednesday, 26 November in 243 Wallace Building Title: “Climate and tectonic records in the Windermere Supergroup” Time: 1:30 PM Research Presentation: Thursday, 27 November in 223 Wallace Building Title: “Bedrock, basins and beyond: (U-Th)/He thermochronology constraints on the Great Unconformity and future directions” Time: 1:00 PM If you have any questions, you may reach out to Dean.Environment(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Dean.Environment@umanitoba.ca> Thanks, and have a great day. Nick Lupky, B.Env.D. (He/Him/His) Communications & Marketing Coordinator Dean’s Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 497 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Nick.Lupky(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Nick.Lupky@umanitoba.ca> | (204)-915-7203 The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution. Want to stay up to date with everything coming from the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources? Check out the following link: https://linktr.ee/riddellfaculty

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Protecting Student Privacy When Delivering Academic Feedback
by Dean Environment 07 Nov '25

07 Nov '25

Good afternoon, On behalf of Dr. Diane Hiebert-Murphy, Provost and Vice-President (Academic), attached please find a memorandum regarding the protection of student privacy when delivering academic feedback. Please share this communication with faculty and staff within your units as appropriate. Thank you. Sincerely, Norm Norman M. Delos Reyes Executive Coordinator Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) University of Manitoba 210 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Circle Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-8888 Email: Norman.DelosReyes(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Norman.DelosReyes@umanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.jpg@01DC4FF1.FE6707F0]

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Save The Date for The Upcoming Geochronology Candidates
by Nick Lupky 07 Nov '25

07 Nov '25

The following message is being shared on behalf of Janice Tilly, Confidential Administrator (Strategic Projects). Hello Riddell Faculty, You are invited to attend presentations from three candidates for the Geochronology position #36475. They will be presenting an undergraduate mock lecture on Day One, and Day Two they will give a research presentation. The candidates will highlight their significant research contributions and teaching expertise followed by ample time for Q/A. Save the dates listed below! Wednesday, 26 November & Thursday, 27 November Dr. Barra Peak Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences Jackson School of Geosciences The University of Texas at Austin Monday, 1 December & Tuesday, 2- December Dr. Élenore Bléreau Research Associate Department of Geology and Geological Engineering Université Laval Wednesday, 3 December & Thursday, 4 December Dr. Jonathan Toma Postdoctoral Associate Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences Yale University More detailed information will be shared before Friday, 14 November. If you have any questions, don't hesitate to contact Dean.Environment(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Dean.Environment@umanitoba.ca>. Nick Lupky, B.Env.D. (He/Him/His) Communications & Marketing Coordinator Dean's Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 497 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Nick.Lupky(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Nick.Lupky@umanitoba.ca> | (204)-915-7203 The University of Manitoba campuses and research spaces are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininiwak, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate, Dene and Inuit, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. UM recognizes that the Treaties signed on these lands are a lifelong, enduring relationship, and we are dedicated to upholding their spirit and intent. We acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past and the present. With this understanding, we commit to supporting Indigenous excellence through active Reconciliation, meaningful change, and the creation of an environment where everyone can thrive. Our collaboration with Indigenous communities is grounded in respect and reciprocity and this guides how we move forward as an institution. Want to stay up to date with everything coming from the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources? Check out the following link: https://linktr.ee/riddellfaculty

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Endowment Fund Update
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 07 Nov '25

07 Nov '25

This message is being sent on behalf of Dr. Mark Hanson, Acting Dean, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources Hello everyone, I wanted to send out a quick note that the Faculty's Endowment Fund is now fully committed for the 2025-26 fiscal year. This means, unfortunately, that the fund will not be able to support any other initiatives where expenses will be incurred prior to April 1st, 2026. Mark [University of Manitoba Company Logo] Kelly Pokorny Smilinski Executive Assistant to the Acting Dean, Dr. Mark Hanson Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth & Resources 495 Wallace Building 125 Dysart Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 PH: 431.323.4218 Kelly.Pokorny(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Kelly.Pokorny@umanitoba.ca> Upcoming Vacation: December 22, 23 CONFIDENTIALITY NOTICE: This message and any attachments to it are intended for the addressee only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, or copying is strictly prohibited. Please notify the sender if you have received this email by mistake, and please delete it and the attachments (and all copies) in a secure manner.

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Service Disruption - Wallace W Elevator Shutdown - November 12th, 2025
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 05 Nov '25

05 Nov '25

Good Morning, Please see below notice on behalf of Muriel Torchia Shyjak. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Building : Wallace Building Location: Wallace West elevator Timeframe: November 12th, 2025 – 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Category: Elevator shutdown Overview: On Wednesday, November 12th , 2025 from 8am-4pm, the West elevator in Wallace, closest to loading dock, will be out of service for the day as contractors perform repairs. Any questions/concerns can be directed to UM Project Manager, Muriel Torchia Shyjak 431-336-3797 muriel.torchiashyjak(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:muriel.torchiashyjak@umanitoba.ca> Physical Plant Work Order Desk 204.474.6281

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