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Request for Volunteer Judges: 2026 Undergraduate Research Showcase
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 24 Aug '26

24 Aug '26

From: Office of the Vice-President Research and International <VPRI(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: August 24, 2026 9:14 AM Subject: Request for Volunteer Judges: 2026 Undergraduate Research Showcase Dear Deans, Associate Deans, and Department Heads: Please distribute broadly to faculty members, Postdocs, and Research Associates in your units. Deadline to respond is Monday, September 14, 2026. [cid:image001.png@01DD33A8.A3FB9880] This message is sent on behalf of Dr. B. Mario Pinto, Vice-President (Research and International) Dear Colleagues, Following the success of last year's event, we are excited to welcome the Undergraduate Research Showcase (URS)<https://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/undergraduate-research-…> back on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The URS gives undergraduate students an opportunity to share the research, creative work, and innovative ideas they have developed throughout the year. The success of the URS would not be possible without the support of our volunteer judges. We are inviting you to volunteer a few hours of your time to evaluate and celebrate the work of our undergraduate students. This year, the URS will feature three presentation streams: Oral Presentation Stream Students will have up to three minutes to present their research using a format of their choice. Poster Presentation Stream Students will present their research through a poster and engage with judges during the scheduled judging period. Innovation Stream (New) Our new Innovation Stream will provide students with an opportunity to showcase innovative projects and ideas in a more interactive format. Presentations will be primarily oral and demonstration based and will be held in the new IDEA START Program space in University Centre (Room 151, 1st Floor). Event Details Date: Thursday, October 22, 2026 Location: University Centre, Fort Garry Campus Judging Time: 10:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Judging Period: Judges will be assigned a two-hour window closer to the event. Prizes: Students will compete for $7,500 in cash prizes Presentation Categories: * Applied Sciences * Health Sciences * Natural Sciences * Social Sciences and Humanities * Creative Works Judges for the Oral and Poster Presentation Streams will evaluate approximately 4 to 6 students within their selected stream and category. For the Innovation Stream, all categories will be evaluated together as one judging pool. Judges will receive detailed instructions and a judging rubric in advance. What Happens After You Sign Up? After registering as a judge, you will receive: * An invitation to a virtual Judge Information Session on October 14, 2026, where we will review the judging process, criteria, and event logistics. * Your assigned two-hour judging block by October 9, 2026. * A judging package containing scoring rubrics, instructions, and event details prior to the Showcase. If you are interested in volunteering as a judge, please complete this form<https://uofmvprio.formstack.com/forms/undergraduate_research_showcase_urs_2…> by September 14, 2026. We greatly appreciate your time and support in helping our students share their work, receive valuable feedback, and celebrate their accomplishments. Warmest regards, Mario Pinto

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Riddell Faculty Roundup - 19 June 2026
by Riddell Faculty 24 Aug '26

24 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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Caretaking changes
by Dean Riddell 19 Aug '26

19 Aug '26

Good morning, Please note that your building will be transitioned to the new office cleaning program beginning Monday, August 24th in preparation for the Fall term. These changes support the goals of the Campus Cleanliness Plan. A new intranet page outlines our caretaking services and definitions: Cleaning services<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-facilities/SitePages/Cle…>. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding your office space, please contact fg-caretaking(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:fg-caretaking@umanitoba.ca> and we can assess the space with you. Key changes include: * Office cleaning will move to a once-weekly full clean of floors, completed during the afternoon/evening shift (2:00 p.m.–10:15 p.m.). * Individual desk-side waste and recycling bins will no longer be emptied individually. Office occupants will need to empty their own bins into designated three-stream waste collection stations located in hallways or in shared spaces. * See maps<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-sustainability/SitePages…> for three-stream hallway waste collection stations. * For units and individuals that require temporary continuation of desk-side garbage collection, a green tag system will be implemented. Offices with green hang tags will receive weekly garbage collection as part of office cleaning. * The green tags are available by contacting Caretaking Services at fg-caretaking(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:fg-caretaking@umanitoba.ca> * The green tag system will continue to be available during the transition period and is expected to be gradually phased out by December 2026. Caretaking Services will continue working with units to support reasonable transition needs where operational considerations exist. * Employees who may require workplace accommodation related to this transition are encouraged to contact UM.Accommodation(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:UM.Accommodation@umanitoba.ca>. Requests will be reviewed and supported through the University’s established accommodation process. * Lunchrooms and shared kitchen/breakroom spaces will continue to be cleaned daily after 2:00 p.m. * If you would like an organics bin for your lunchroom, please contact fg-caretaking(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:fg-caretaking@umanitoba.ca>. * For more information on the organics program [https://res.public.onecdn.static.microsoft/assets/fluentui-resources/1.1.0/…] Organics in offices information.pdf<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/um-intranet-sustainability/IQD384I7e…>. We would appreciate your assistance in sharing this information with faculty and staff within your units. If you have any questions or concerns about these changes, or suggestions for waste station placement, please contact fg-caretaking(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:fg-caretaking@umanitoba.ca>. Regards, Ophelia Morris Manager, Caretaking Services Operations and Maintenance 204-890-7311 Customer Service Desk – Operations & Maintenance CSD | Operations & Maintenance o 204.474.6281 [cid:image001.png@01DD2FC0.52D9BA90]

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Upcoming Changes to Office Cleaning Services
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 12 Aug '26

12 Aug '26

Please see below email on behalf of Caretaking Services. Good afternoon, Caretaking Services will be implementing several operational changes to office cleaning in the coming weeks, in preparation for the Fall term. These changes support the goals of the Campus Cleanliness Plan. A new intranet page outlines our caretaking services and definitions: Cleaning services<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-facilities/SitePages/Cle…>. You will be contacted with a date for when your building will be transitioned, approximately one week in advance. Key changes include: * Office cleaning will move to a once-weekly full clean of floors, completed during the afternoon/evening shift (2:00 p.m.-10:15 p.m.). * Desk-side waste and recycling bins will no longer be emptied individually. Office occupants will need to empty their own bins into designated three-stream waste collection stations located in hallways. * See maps<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-sustainability/SitePages…> for three-stream hallway waste collection stations. * Lunchrooms and shared kitchen spaces will continue to be cleaned daily after 2:00 p.m. * If you would like an organics bin for your lunchroom, please contact fg-caretaking(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:fg-caretaking@umanitoba.ca>. * For more information on the organics program [Image removed by sender.] Organics in offices information.pdf<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/:b:/s/um-intranet-sustainability/IQD384I7e…>. We would appreciate your assistance in sharing this information with faculty and staff within your units. If you have any questions or concerns about these changes, or suggestions for waste station placement, please contact fg-caretaking(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:fg-caretaking@umanitoba.ca>. Regards, Ophelia Morris Manager, Caretaking Services Operations and Maintenance 204-890-7311 Customer Service Desk - Operations & Maintenance CSD | Operations & Maintenance o 204.474.6281 [cid:image001.png@01DD2A37.C14CB2E0]

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You're Invited: Special Presentation by the President of NSERC
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 06 Aug '26

06 Aug '26

From: Office of the Vice-President Research and International <VPRI(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: August 6, 2026 8:46 AM Subject: [UofM notice]You're Invited: Special Presentation by the President of NSERC [cid:image001.png@01DD20CF.033D6FE0] This message is sent on behalf of Dr. B. Mario Pinto, Vice-President (Research and International) Good morning, I am pleased to invite members of the University of Manitoba community to attend a special presentation by the President of the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) on Thursday, September 17, 2026. This visit provides an excellent opportunity to hear directly from one of Canada's leading research funding organizations about priorities, opportunities, and the evolving landscape of research and innovation. I encourage faculty members, researchers, postdoctoral fellows, graduate students, and others interested in research funding and collaboration to attend. The direct link to register is found here: NSERC lecture registration - Fill out form<https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/wN6ULMkN2S> Please refer to the attached event poster for full details regarding the time, location, and registration information. Please feel free to distribute it, as appropriate. I look forward to seeing many of you there for what promises to be an engaging and informative discussion. Dr. Mario Pinto Vice-President (Research and International) University of Manitoba

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Interior Window Washing
by Dean Riddell 05 Aug '26

05 Aug '26

This message is sent on behalf of Dr. Mark Hanson, Acting Dean, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth and Resources ________________________________ Good morning, The Wallace Building is scheduled for interior window washing on Friday, August 7th. The company (Picture Perfect) is projected to be onsite by 8 am. Please make sure that you have any and all items removed from your windowsills by end of day Thursday, August 6th. Caretaking will be onsite to assist with access to spaces as needed. Many thanks, Mark

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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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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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