December 2025 - Riddell-umfa - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

D.G. & V.E. Barber Memorial Fellowship in Arctic Research - Applications Open
by Riddell Advisor 16 Jan '26

16 Jan '26

Applications are now open for the D.G. & V.E. Barber Memorial Fellowship in Arctic Research Award. This prestigious endowment honours the legacy of Dr. David Barber, Distinguished Professor and Founding Director of the Center for Earth Observation Science (CEOS), and his father, V.E. Barber, for their contributions to science and Arctic research. This supports graduate students conducting, or who have conducted, research related to the Arctic, including the marine and adjacent coastal environments of Hudson Bay and James Bay. Award Value: * $5,000 for Master’s students * $10,000 for Doctoral students The application deadline is February 6, 2026. For details on eligibility and how to apply, please see the attached notice or visit the Funding and Awards webpage<https://umanitoba.ca/environment-earth-resources/student-experience/funding…>. All the best! [A close-up of a logo Description automatically generated] Riddell Advisor Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources 440 Wallace Building, 125 Dysart Rd., Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 riddell.advisor(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:riddell.advisor@umanitoba.ca> | +1 (431) 294-6739 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>. 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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NSERC USRA 2026 - Summer Research Opportunity
by Riddell Advisor 08 Jan '26

08 Jan '26

Wondering What to Do Next Summer? Experience Research! Are you interested in gaining real research experience while completing your degree? Thinking about graduate studies in the future? If you’re a Canadian citizen or permanent resident, the NSERC Undergraduate Summer Research Awards (USRA) might be the perfect opportunity for you! Through an NSERC USRA, you can: * Gain hands-on research experience related to your program * Work with researchers in the Riddell Faculty * Explore the type of work involved in graduate studies Application Deadline: February 5, 2026 The minimum award value for an NSERC USRA is $7,500. ________________________________ Here are the first three steps to begin your USRA application: 1. Check your eligibility: Review the eligibility requirements or see attached poster. 2. Find a USRA research supervisor: Review the list of project ideas and research, then reach out to a faculty member to discuss a potential summer project 3. Prepare and submit your application: Complete your application package and email it to Riddell.Advisor(a)umanitoba.ca. ________________________________ For full details, including eligibility criteria, forms, and project listings, visit the Riddell Undergraduate Funding and Awards<https://umanitoba.ca/environment-earth-resources/student-experience/funding…> webpage. Don’t miss this chance to kickstart your research journey! [A close-up of a logo Description automatically generated] Riddell Advisor Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources 440 Wallace Building, 125 Dysart Rd., Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 riddell.advisor(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:riddell.advisor@umanitoba.ca> | +1 (431) 294-6739 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>. 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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Happy Holidays from the CHRFEER
by Jason Northage 22 Dec '25

22 Dec '25

We hope you can take time to reflect and unwind as the year closes, and look forward to the promise of 2026. Jason Northage IT4 - Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 102-70 Dysart Road Winnipeg, MB R3T 2M6 Ph: 431-275-5477 "I do everything" “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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Position Advertisement - Dean, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources
by Dean Environment 18 Dec '25

18 Dec '25

The attached advertisement for the position of Dean, Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources is being shared on behalf of Dr. Diane Hiebert-Murphy, Provost and Vice-President (Academic), and Chair, Presidential Advisory Committee for the appointment of a new Dean of the Faculty. Please share widely as appropriate. Thank you. [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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Call for Applications – Graduate Scholarships
by Riddell Advisor 16 Dec '25

16 Dec '25

We are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the following scholarships: * Aboriginal Issues Press (AIP) Scholarship Award Value: $500 to $1,500 * Oakes-Riewe Environmental Studies Research Award Award Value: $500 to $5,000 Applicants must submit a comprehensive application, including research proposals, approvals, and funding details. Please refer to the attached detailed criteria for all requirements. Submission Deadline: February 13, 2026 For more information, please visit the Awards Page. All the best! [A close-up of a logo Description automatically generated] Riddell Advisor Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources 440 Wallace Building, 125 Dysart Rd., Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 riddell.advisor(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:riddell.advisor@umanitoba.ca> | +1 (431) 294-6739 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>. 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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Reminder: Complete your mandatory anti-racism by December 31, 2025
by Nick Lupky 15 Dec '25

15 Dec '25

From: UM Human Resources <HR(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:HR@umanitoba.ca>> Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025 at 9:09 AM To: all-employees(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:all-employees@lists.umanitoba.ca> <all-employees(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:all-employees@lists.umanitoba.ca>> Subject: Reminder: Complete your mandatory anti-racism by December 31, 2025 [cid:image001.png@01DC4CB5.D3F347C0] This message is being sent on behalf of Human Resources and Tina Chen, Vice-Provost (Equity) Dear Colleagues, As we approach the end of the calendar year, this message serves as an important reminder to complete the Government of Manitoba’s mandatory anti-racism training by December 31, 2025. All university employees including full-time and part-time faculty and staff are required to complete the Government of Manitoba’s annual anti-racism training, in accordance with provincial legislation. The foundational anti-racism course is available in UM Learn and takes approximately two to three hours to complete. The interactive course includes slides, videos, resources, and an optional self-reflection journal. Completion of this training is automatically recorded in VIP. Once employees complete this foundational course, they can fulfil the annual training requirement in future years by either repeating this course or completing the UM Continuing Anti-Racism Training plus self-reported completion of a UM anti-racism learning opportunity. Full details on this option will be communicated in early 2026. To take the course: * Log in to UM Learn<https://universityofmanitoba.desire2learn.com/d2l/home>. * Go to the Discover tab and search for MB Govt Ant-Racism Mandatory Training. * If you cannot find the course in Discover, click the hamburger menu (nine square dots at the top) to search for and access the course. * Complete the course by December 31, 2025. Next steps for supervisors: * Supervisors are asked to check the course completion of their team by accessing the course completion summary report in VIP. Instructions and screenshots are available on [docx icon] HR’s Intranet<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/:w:/r/sites/um-intranet-vip-support/_layou…>. * Please follow up with team members who have not completed the mandatory training as soon as possible. Helpful resources: * Full information, including how to access the training module in UM Learn, is available on HR’s Intranet.<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-hr-equity-diversity-and-…> * Introducing UM’s Anit-Racism Learning Framework<https://news.umanitoba.ca/what-spurs-you-to-help-dismantle-racism/> (UM Today) * Anti-racism at UM (Office of Equity Transformation website),<https://umanitoba.ca/equity-transformation/anti-racism> including the Anit-Racism Learning Framework Questions? * Review the guide on HR’s Intranet<https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-hr-equity-diversity-and-…>. * Email general or technical inquiries to: antiracism_training(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:antiracism_training@umanitoba.ca> Thank you for your commitment to anti-racism at the University of Manitoba. This message is available in alternate formats upon request to HR(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:HR@umanitoba.ca>.

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Reappointment: Dr. Diane Hiebert-Murphy, Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
by Dean Environment 15 Dec '25

15 Dec '25

Dear Provost's Council Members, The attached announcement regarding the reappointment of Dr. Diane Hiebert-Murphy as Provost and Vice-President (Academic) for a five-year term, effective July 1, 2026, is being shared on behalf of Dr. Michael Benarroch, President and Vice-Chancellor, University of Manitoba. Please share 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@01DC6D9E.61E4FED0]

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New Senate Committee and Approval Structure - Workshops
by Dean Environment 12 Dec '25

12 Dec '25

The following and attached is sent on behalf of Jeff Leclerc, University Secretary. Good morning all, As you may be aware, at its meeting on May 14, 2025, Senate passed a motion that revises the structure of several Senate committees. To support the implementation of this new structure and its impact on units, the Office of the University Secretary will be hosting a number of workshops. Please see the attached memo for more information and share with those in your unit who are involve in the processes outlined in the memo. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to our office. Thank you, This message is available in alternate formats upon request to: Laura Orsak-Williams (she/her/hers) Governance Officer Office of the University Secretary The University of Manitoba 312 Administration Building Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 PH: 204.474.8174 Laura.Orsak(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Laura.Orsak@umanitoba.ca> Chat with me in Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/chat/0/0?users=Laura.Orsak@umanitoba.ca&topic…> [University of Manitoba logo] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on Treaty 1 Territory and the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. Manitoba is located on the Treaty Territories and ancestral lands of the Anishinaabeg, Ininewuk, Anishininewuk, Dakota Oyate, and Denesuline Nations. This email, including any attachments, is intended for the addressee(s) only and may contain legally privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized use, disclosure, distribution, copying or dissemination is strictly prohibited. If you receive this transmission in error, please notify the sender immediately and return the original.

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EGSA Santa Pictures are Here!
by Environment&Geography Students'Association 11 Dec '25

11 Dec '25

Caution! This message was sent from outside the University of Manitoba. Dear Riddell Faculty, Thanks to everyone who came and took some pictures with Santa last week! Here is a link to access all the photos that were taken! https://photos.app.goo.gl/NDFVq4tBU4hv7Vmy8 Happy Holidays! Klara Gagnon (she/her/elle) President Environment and Geography Students' Association University of Manitoba We acknowledge, with respect, that we are students of the University of Manitoba which is located within Treaty 1 territory, the lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation.

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HOLD - All Faculty Retreat
by Dean Environment 11 Dec '25

11 Dec '25

Please hold the full day, April 17th, 2026 for an All Faculty Retreat. This retreat will include all full time UMFA faculty, as well as select admin/support staff. Location TBD. The time will narrow down as well once a location is booked. This retreat will remain a full day event. More details to come.... Kelly Pokorny Smilinski

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