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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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Seminar Series: Food for thought: Potential impacts of thinning sea ice on microalgal fatty acid production in McMurdo Sound, Antarctica
by Riddell Faculty 07 Jul '26

07 Jul '26

This message is shared on behalf of the Centre for Earth Observation Science (CEOS). We will be hosting Dr. Jacqui Stuart, Research Fellow in Marine Ecology at the Antarctic Research Centre in Victoria University of Wellington, NZ, as the next speaker in our CEOS Seminar Series. Dr. Stuart's presentation is titled Food for thought: Potential impacts of thinning sea ice on microalgal amino acid production in McMurdo Sound, Antarctica and will take place at 2:30 PM this Thursday, July 9th in the CEOS Theatre (545 Wallace). There will be a virtual component available via Teams, with the link below. For more information about the talk, please see the attached poster. CEOS Seminar: Dr. Jacqui Stuart (Virtual Link) | Meeting-Join | Microsoft Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/229731527007436?p=Oh9tQyBRVnsmnGPWo5> Meeting ID: 229 731 527 007 436 Passcode: Mp3Wq3Mj Thank you, Ago Agoston Fischer, M.Sc. (he/him) Research and Outreach Coordinator Centre for Earth Observation Science (CEOS) Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 592 Wallace Building agoston.fischer(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:agoston.fischer@umanitoba.ca> [signature_1860239856] 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.

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EDIA 0100 Foundations
by Riddell Faculty 06 Jul '26

06 Jul '26

This message is shared on behalf of the Division of Extended Education. Registration is now open. EDIA 0100: Foundations – Commit to change Over 500 people at UM have strengthened their commitment to equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility by taking EDIA 0100: Foundations<https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/courses/edia-f…>, and so can you! This course, offered through the Division of Extended Education in collaboration with the Office of Equity Transformation, is offered to all UM staff, students, and faculty at no cost to learners. You’ll learn about EDIA concepts and actions through a mix of in-person and online elements, as well as two group sessions, all led by a supportive instructor. The 18-hour course is taught over 4 months, so there’s lots of flexibility to fit this in around other commitments. Learners will receive a digital badge on successful completion, and the course is the pre-requisite for the Micro-certificate in EDIA<https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/social-innovat…>. EDIA 0100: Foundations will run September 8 to December 13, 2026. Sign up between June 29 and July 27<https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/courses/edia-f…> to enter the lottery for the next offering. Questions? Email Robin Attas at robin.attas(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:robin.attas@umanitoba.ca> -- Robin Attas, PhD (she, her) EDIA Specialist Division of Extended Education University of Manitoba 204-599-1363 P.S.: This message is available in alternate formats upon request. (Division of Extended Education logo) [cid:86b6f0e5-9948-46a6-b429-42aa9d9bca2d] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anisininewuk, Dakota Oyate and Dene, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. Let’s have a conversation about what this land acknowledgment means to me.

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Student Services Unit – Contact Guide for Inquiries
by Mayeth Rebutoc 06 Jul '26

06 Jul '26

Hello everyone, To help direct questions and requests to the appropriate person, we've put together the reference guide below for the Student Services Unit. We hope this will be a helpful resource for faculty and support staff. Student Services Unit – Who to Contact Inquiry Contact Awards, scholarships, and bursaries (both undergraduate and graduate students) Meredith Johnson Academic misconduct and appeal procedures Meredith Johnson Undergraduate program inquiries and degree requirements May Rebutoc and/or Meredith Johnson Graduate program inquiries and alumni relations (E&G and Earth Sciences) Celia Mellinger Curriculum-related questions, policies, and procedures May Rebutoc Course scheduling Jodena Baertsoen and/or May Rebutoc Wallace room bookings, and classroom assignments (classes, exams, and events) Jodena Baertsoen Social media, faculty communications, and promotional materials May Rebutoc Requests for keys to Wallace rooms Jhonalyn Buhain Wallace Building issues or maintenance concerns Jhonalyn Buhain General inquiries not listed above Jhonalyn Buhain If your inquiry is not listed above or you are unsure who to contact, please reach out to Jhonalyn Buhain, who will be happy to direct your inquiry to the appropriate person. Thank you. MAY REBUTOC (She/Her) Student Services Coordinator, Dean’s Office 440 Wallace Building, 125 Dysart Rd., Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 mayeth.rebutoc(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jane.Doe@umanitoba.ca> | +1 (204) 894-8710 Book an appointment with an academic advisor at https://3620.waitwell.ca/ Connect with us on LinkedIn<http://linkedin.com/in/riddell-faculty>, Instagram<https://www.instagram.com/riddellfaculty/> or Facebook<https://www.facebook.com/UManitobaRiddellFaculty>. Upcoming vacations: July 27-31, Aug 17-21 [UniversityofManitoba-logo-Environment-cmyk-right.png] 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.

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