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Riddell Faculty Roundup - 19 June 2026
by Riddell Faculty 14 Aug '26

14 Aug '26

[Unknown.jpeg] The Riddell Faculty is pleased to share upcoming events, research updates, and key deadlines ahead. Teaching Online Institute: Building your course in UM Learn A faculty development series designed to support instructors in planning, teaching, and beginning to build on-line courses. June 22, 2026 Monday 1:00 - 4:00 pm 223 - 65 Dafoe More info<https://eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/the_centre/event/teaching-online-i…> Timetabling and Registration (Zoom session for NEW STUDENTS) The session will help undergrad students build a customized timetable and learn the steps to register in UM classes. June 22, 23, or 24, 2026 More info<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/first-year#first-year-planning-guide> Reading to Write - Summer 2026 Program (Online session) A free, three-week online program that builds academic reading and writing skills with tutor feedback. It is non-credit, has no grades or penalties, is eligible for Experiential Record Credit, and is best suited for students with fewer than 60 credit hours. July 2 - 22, 2026, 9:00 - 10:00 am July 22 - Aug 12, 2026, 9:00 - 10:00 am More info<https://eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/studentaffairs/event/reading-to-wr…> Career Services Career advising services for students are offered in both in-person and virtual formats. Email cs.receptionist(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca> to schedule an appointment. More info<https://umanitoba.ca/career-services/> In case you missed us in the news.. June 16, 2026 Dr. John Hanesiak Manitoba’s disaster response after major storm<https://globalnews.ca/video/11907450/manitobas-disaster-response-after-majo…>, CKND-DT Global Winnipeg Connect with us: Instagram: riddellfaculty<https://www.instagram.com/riddellfaculty/> Facebook: umanitobariddellfaculty<https://www.facebook.com/UManitobaRiddellFaculty/> LinkedIn: r<https://www.linkedin.com/in/riddell-faculty/>iddell-faculty<https://www.linkedin.com/in/riddell-faculty/> Web: umanitoba.ca/environment-earth-resources<https://umanitoba.ca/environment-earth-resources/> If you have activities, events or announcements you would like to feature in upcoming weekly updates, please send the details to Riddell.Faculty(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Riddell.Faculty@umanitoba.ca>.

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Dean Announcement on UMToday
by Dean Environment 25 Jun '26

25 Jun '26

Good afternoon, On behalf of Acting Dean Mark Hanson, please see the link below to view the announcement on UMToday of Dr. Annemieke Farenhorst's appointment as the new dean of the Riddell Faculty. https://umtoday.ca/stories/annemieke-farenhorst-lead-riddell-faculty-enviro… Thanks, [University of Manitoba Company Logo] Kelly Pokorny Smilinski Confidential 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: June 29-30 July 13-17 August 17-21 September 4 & 14 October 21, 22, 23 November 12, 13 December 21, 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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Riddell Faculty Roundup - 22 May 2026
by Riddell Faculty 12 Jun '26

12 Jun '26

[Unknown.jpeg] The Riddell Faculty is pleased to share upcoming events, research updates, and key deadlines ahead. Dr. Annemieke Farenhorst, Dean Dr. Annemieke Farenhorst has been appointed Dean of the Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources for the term September 1, 2026 to August 31, 2031. Campus Beautification Day A cherished annual tradition at UM that brings together staff, students, faculty and local community members. The festivities provide an opportunity to step outside, build community with co-workers and take pride in enhancing the campus green spaces together. May 28, 2026 Thursday at Fort Garry Campus Registration deadline May 21, 2026 More info<https://umanitoba.ca/facilities/campus-beautification-day> Sneaker Day Lace up your favourite sneakers and join the campus walk on Sneaker Day. The lunch hour event allows staff and faculty from across the university to reconnect, enjoy some fresh air and embrace in an active lifestyle. June 18, 2026 Thursday at Fort Garry Campus 12:05 - 1:00 pm RSVP due May 28, 2026 More info<https://umweb-edit.ad.umanitoba.ca/form/sneaker-day-rsvp> Winnipeg Pride Parade Join UM’s Pride parade entry. Enjoy music, great company, and one of the largest crowds in the parade. June 7, 2026 Sunday at Memorial Boulevard 11:00 am [https://res-2.df.onecdn.static.microsoft/files/fabric-cdn-prod_20251010.003… info<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-provost-vice-president-a…> Graduate Student Funding The Indigenous CREATE program provides training and mentorship opportunities for Indigenous students who want to better underdstand ongoing changes in the environment and enhance their research skills. Deadline: June 1, 2026 More info<https://indigenouscreate.ca/research.../apply-for-funding/> UM Behind the Hire: Work-Study Program Virtual info session to learn how the Work Study Program connects students with paid, part time employment opportunities on campus. Students from all faculties and programs are encouraged to attend. July 15, 2026 Wednesday 12:00 - 1:00 pm More info<https://3647.waitwell.ca/book/1488> Ready to Roam An early arrival experience that gives future UM students the opportunity to explore campus, get familiar with the physical space, learn about campus resources, and begin building connections ahead of the fall. Term. Programming includes mini-lectures, and academic skill building sessions, campus tours, and an info fair. July 28, 2026 Tuesday 3:00 - 8:00 pm More info<https://umanitoba.ca/current-students/fall-orientation/ready-to-roam> Career Services Career advising services for students are offered in both in-person and virtual formats. Email cs.receptionist(a)umanitoba.ca to schedule an appointment. More info<https://umanitoba.ca/career-services/> Connect with us: Instagram: riddellfaculty<https://www.instagram.com/riddellfaculty/> Facebook: umanitobariddellfaculty<https://www.facebook.com/UManitobaRiddellFaculty/> LinkedIn: r<https://www.linkedin.com/in/riddell-faculty/>iddell-faculty<https://www.linkedin.com/in/riddell-faculty/> Web: umanitoba.ca/environment-earth-resources<https://umanitoba.ca/environment-earth-resources/> If you have activities, events or announcements you would like to feature in upcoming weekly updates, please send the details to Riddell.Faculty(a)umanitoba.ca.

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Planned shutdown for buildings on FG Campus required as a result of the severe weather incident
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 10 Jun '26

10 Jun '26

Please see the below message for a planned power outage in Wallace this evening. Ensure you have vacated the building by 5 pm, and if there is any machinery or devices in labs that need a proper shut down, please ensure this is done by 5 pm. [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: June 29-30 July 13-17 August 17-21 September 4 & 14 October 21, 22, 23 November 12, 13 December 21, 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. From: Tatjana Blazevska <Tatjana.Blazevska(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: June 10, 2026 3:17 PM To: Mark Hanson <Mark.Hanson(a)umanitoba.ca> Cc: Raman Dhaliwal <Raman.Dhaliwal(a)umanitoba.ca>; Kelly Pokorny Smilinski <Kelly.Pokorny(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: Planned shutdown for buildings on FG Campus required as a result of the severe weather incident Importance: High Hello Mark, Please be advised that there has been power outage in 5 buildings on campus today as a result of the severe weather event yesterday. To reconnect the affected 5 buildings to the U5 feeders, our Electrical Team from the Operations and Maintenance Unit, are planning an electrical, power showdown today from 5:00-7:00 pm and the following buildings will be affected: Education 3, IGAC, Max Bell, Migizii Agamik, Biological Sciences, University Stadium, St Johns, St Pauls, Education Building 1 and 2, Wallace, Nursing (Helen Glass), Parkade, Fitzgerald, and Sinnott Building. We are asking staff and students to vacate the buildings by 5pm today. Security and our Caretakers will attempt to swipe the buildings and ask staff and students to leave the premises. I have included Raman Dhaliwal if she wants to add to this email. Please let me know if you have any questions. Thank you. Tatjana Tatjana Blazevska, MPA Manager, Office of the Associate Vice-President (Administration) University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-8265 Email: Tatjana.Blazevska(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Tatjana.Blazevska@umanitoba.ca> [cid:image001.png@01DCF8EA.9C8FFCB0]

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Extension of Acting Dean, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
by Dean Environment 03 Jun '26

03 Jun '26

On behalf of Dr. Diane Hiebert-Murphy, Provost and Vice-President (Academic), please find attached the announcement regarding the extension of Dr. Mark Hanson's appointment as Acting Dean, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources. Thank you, Row Rowena Krentz Director Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) [cid:image002.png@01DCF331.2DEDD2A0] Room 208 Administration Building Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2 Tel: (204) 474-8399 Fax: (204) 275-1160 Rowena.Krentz(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Rowena.Krentz@umanitoba.ca> Available in alternate formats upon request NOTE: This email, including any attachment(s), is intended for the addressee(s) only and may contain confidential information. If you are not the intended recipient of this message, or an authorized assistant to the intended recipient, please notify the sender by replying to this message, then delete it from your system.

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