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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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Pumpkin Contest Winner!
by Nick Lupky 31 Oct '25

31 Oct '25

The following message is being shared on behalf of Mark Hanson, Acting Dean. Hello CHRFEER, Well, we have a winner, and it is one that chewed up the competition. Congrats to the Earth Sciences faculty and staff for their Jurassic (or is it Cretaceous?) pumpkin; well done! Your prize awaits (do you like doughnuts?) and we will be in touch with how to get those to you. I want to thank everyone for their excellent entries and look forward to next year. And have a great Halloween! -Mark 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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Pumpkin Carving Contest - Voting NOW Open!
by Nick Lupky 30 Oct '25

30 Oct '25

Hello Riddell Faculty, As you may have seen throughout the morning, we've been setting up the entries for our faculty's Pumpkin Carving Contest, and they are now on display in the Ed Leith Cretaceous Menagerie! Be sure to help yourself to a little gummy treat while browsing the entries, and discard the wrapper properly. Voting is now live, and open to everyone in the faculty! When you head to the Menagerie, you can find a QR code that will take you to the voting page, or you can use this link: https://forms.office.com/r/WzGtJfj4Hg?origin=lprLink Please note: You will need to use your UM email to register to vote. Voting is open until 2:00 PM Friday, October 31st. The winning pumpkin will be announced after! If you have any questions, don't hesitate to reach out and ask. You can reply to this email or send your questions to Riddell.Faculty(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Riddell.Faculty@umanitoba.ca> Thanks, and happy Halloween! 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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Join Us for the UM Research Symposium – November 18, 2025
by Dean Environment 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

[cid:image001.png@01DC44DB.E01B62D0] This message is sent on behalf of Dr. Annemieke Farenhorst, Associate Vice-President (Research) Dear Colleagues, We are pleased to invite you to the upcoming UM Research Symposium, which will take place in person on Tuesday, November 18, 2025, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in 216 Russell (Faculty of Architecture). This full-day event aims to foster meaningful connections among Canada Research Chairs, trainees, and researchers across diverse disciplines and backgrounds. It is an exciting opportunity to celebrate the outstanding research excellence within our community. The symposium will feature: * Four panel presentations featuring 30+ panelists imagining what’s next under the theme “The Future of…”: * The Future of Precision and Access in Health * The Future of Governance & Hope * The Future of Knowledge and Expression * The Future of Climate Action * Booths showcasing UM Centres and Institutes * An exhibit of undergraduate research posters, highlighting the winners from the October 16 Undergraduate Research Showcase Breakfast, refreshments, and lunch will be provided throughout the day to support networking and lively discussions. We have attached the agenda and event poster for your reference and to share with colleagues, along with a photo of the event venue. Kindly register by November 10 using this form<https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uMF…>. We look forward to seeing you there! Kind regards, Annemieke _________________________ Annemieke Farenhorst, Ph.D., P.Ag. Associate Vice President Research Professor of Soil Science University of Manitoba 406A Administration Building 66 Chancellors Circle University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB, Canada R3T 2N2 Phone: (1) 204-474-7952 (office) Phone: (1) 204-230-2139 (mobile) Email: annemieke.farenhorst(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:annemieke.farenhorst@umanitoba.ca> Web: www.umanitoba.ca/research<http://www.umanitoba.ca/research> President IUPAC Division VI: https://iupac.org/body/600/ Associate Editor ACS Agricultural Science & Technology: https://pubs.acs.org/journal/aastgj [signature_1138533532] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis.

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Join The Conversation! November 2, 2025
by Nick Lupky 27 Oct '25

27 Oct '25

The following message is being shared on behalf of Jill Condra from External Relations. [1560449381729][cid:image002.png@01DC4721.13641050] ___________________________________________________ The University of Manitoba and The Conversation Canada Join Editor-in-Chief Kim Honey and Lee-Anne Goodman, Deputy Editor, to learn more about contributing to the Conversation Canada. The Conversation Canada<https://theconversation.com/ca> is a daily independent online publication, delivering analysis and explanatory journalism for the academic and research community directly to the public. It's a not-for-profit collaboration, where professional editors work with academics and researchers to publish articles for a wide audience. The University of Manitoba is founding member and our researchers have contributed 233 articles garnering nearly 4 million reads. This virtual workshop is open to faculty communications officers, UM researchers, postdocs, masters and PhD candidates. Participants are encouraged to bring story or pitch ideas to discuss. Kim Honey will explain the mission of The Conversation Canada, offer some background on how it helps researchers with knowledge mobilization and give some tips on how to pitch a really great story idea. NOTE: If you're interested in sharing your experience writing for The Conversation, please contact Jill Condra, Strategic Communications at jill.condra(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:jill.condra@umanitoba.ca> Virtual Workshop | MS Teams meeting - Link will be sent upon registration Date | Monday, November 3, 2025 | 1:00-2:00 PM CST Register | Email Jill Condra by Friday October 31, jill.condra(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:jill.condra@umanitoba.ca> PLEASE SHARE THIS INVITATION WIDELY WITH YOUR RESEARCHER COMMUNITY! Jill Condra Communications Officer Strategic Marketing and Communications External Relations Unit 100 - 137 Innovation Drive University of Manitoba R3T 6B6 [1560449381729]

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Riddell Faculty Pumpkin Carving Contest - Public Vote
by Nick Lupky 21 Oct '25

21 Oct '25

Hello Riddell Faculty! The Dean's Office is hosting a Pumpkin Carving Contest this year, and voting will be open to the public! Each entry will be submitted from various student groups and units within the Riddell Faculty, and they will be put on display in the Ed Leith Cretaceous Menagerie to be judged. Pumpkins will be put on display for voting from October 30 to October 31, and the winning pumpkin will be announced on October 31. Halloween treats will be provided to those who visit the Menagerie during the voting period. Voting is limited to one entry per person. Review the attached poster for details. If you have any questions about the contest and/or submissions, please contact Riddell.Faculty(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Riddell.Faculty@umanitoba.ca>. Thanks, and happy early Halloween! 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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