Dear Colleagues and Students,

I am writing to inform you that our Financial Officer, Mark Russo, has accepted a position with the University of Manitoba's Financial Planning Office. My congratulations to Mark on this promotion. I thank him with gratitude for his contributions to the Faculty of Environment, Earth and Resources over the past 6 months and wish him every success in this new opportunity. 

Mark’s last working day in our office will be November 6. We will begin the recruitment process for a new Financial Officer as soon as possible. In the meantime, I appreciate your patience and understanding as we redistribute financial responsibilities to ensure continuity of service while the position is being filled.  

Please do not hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions. 

Annemieke Farenhorst, Drs., Ph.D., P.Ag.

Dean, Clayton H.Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources

University of Manitoba.

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