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Hospitality
by Dean Environment 16 Mar '26

16 Mar '26

Hi everyone, Please remember that Dean approval for hospitality above $40 a person is required in advance of any such event. All the best, Mark

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Save the date for Convocation!
by Celia Mellinger 13 Mar '26

13 Mar '26

Hi Staff and Faculty, The Convocation ceremony <https://eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/environment/event/convocation-rece…> for the Riddell Faculty is scheduled for Friday, June 5th at 9:30. We will be hosting our annual Awards Ceremony and Reception after that on the main floor of the Wallace building, likely starting at 12:30. If you’re able, please add this to your calendar and help celebrate this year’s graduates! -Celia Celia Mellinger (she/her) Graduate Program Coordinator (Environment & Geography, Earth Sciences) Alumni Coordinator Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources 440 Wallace Bldg. | 204 474-6183 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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Formal Banquet Tickets Selling Fast!
by Emily Carriere 13 Mar '26

13 Mar '26

Hello Riddell Faculty, Banquet tickets are selling fast! Monday , March 16, is the last day to buy them – get them before they sell out! Tickets can be purchased using the following link: https://forms.gle/KWmkcVC2GbpBjzCk9 Student tickets (anyone currently enrolled at the U of M) are $20, non-student tickets (alumni, and plus ones who are not students at the U of M) are $40, and tickets for faculty members are $60. We cannot wait to see you all! If you have questions/concerns please email us umegsa(a)gmail.com<mailto:umegsa@gmail.com>. If you are curious about what the banquet looks like, here are some pictures from previous banquets – 2023 https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1B5KSxgk0V2WcIw2Yjy4MObFCB8YcF54Y?us… Best, Emily Vice-President Environment and Geography Students’ Association

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Service Disruption -Noisy Work from Piling for Prairie Accelerator Biologics Building- March 16th to 29th, 2026, 2026
by Kelly Pokorny Smilinski 12 Mar '26

12 Mar '26

Good Afternoon, Please see below notice on behalf of Kim Dandewich. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Service Disruption – Parker Building/MIM Location: West side of Parker building, between Parker and MIM (A Lot) – see attached Timeframe: Monday March 16 - March 29th, 2026, 8am – 4pm daily Category: Noisy Work Overview: Please be advised that piling will begin on the new Prairie Accelerator Biologics Building. Work will start between Parker and MIM, in A Lot, on March 16 and will continue until March 29th, 2026. During piling, noise will be audible in surrounding buildings and vibrations may be felt. Air quality in nearby buildings will be monitored throughout. We appreciate your patience during this necessary part of construction. Questions/concerns, please contact Kim Dandewich, kim.dandewich(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:kim.dandewich@umanitoba.ca>, 431-323-5171. Physical Plant Work Order Desk 204.474.6281

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Request for Nominations: Falling Walls Lab Manitoba 2026
by Dean Environment 11 Mar '26

11 Mar '26

[A blue and white background Description automatically generated] This message is sent on behalf of Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden, Associate Vice-President (Partnerships, Knowledge Mobilization, and Innovation) Dear all, Please see below the call for nomination for a very exciting international opportunity to showcase UMs ingenuity. This is an initiative powered by IDEA START in collaboration with the German Falling Walls foundation. Best, Hans-Joachim ==================== Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden (he/his) Associate Vice-President Partnership, Knowledge Mobilisation & Innovation University of Manitoba 407 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Cir, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2, Canada .................................................................. Dear Deans/Directors/Department Heads and Associate Deans (Research)/Research Liaison Officers, Greetings from IDEA START. We would like to sincerely thank you for your valued support and engagement in last year's Falling Walls Lab Manitoba 2026. Your partnership played an important role in strengthening the visibility, participation, and overall success of the initiative across our academic community. We are pleased to invite your faculty to participate in Falling Walls Lab Manitoba 2026 by nominating outstanding students and researchers to represent your institution at this globally recognized innovation competition. Falling Walls Lab challenges emerging innovators to present a breakthrough idea in just three minutes, with the Manitoba winner advancing to the international finale in Berlin. We would also be honoured to have you join us for the Falling Walls Lab Manitoba Finale on June 10, where nominees will present their breakthrough ideas and the Manitoba winner will be selected. RSVP for the finale here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/falling-walls-lab-manitoba-2026-tickets-198464… Following the success of last year's Lab, the 2026 edition is expanding significantly. In addition to our continued partnership with the University of Winnipeg, we are working toward formal collaboration with Brandon University and Université de Saint-Boniface, positioning this year's Lab as a truly province-wide initiative and making it larger and more visible than ever before. We kindly request your support in nominating 2-5 exceptional students, postdoctoral fellows, or early-career researchers from your faculty who demonstrate innovation, research excellence, and strong communication potential. Participation provides nominees with: * International research visibility * Connections with industry and government leaders * Professional pitch training and mentorship * Opportunity to represent Manitoba on a global stage Your nomination plays a critical role in identifying and elevating Manitoba's next generation of breakthrough thinkers. Included for your reference: * One-Pager Overview - Competition details and eligibility * Apply Here - https://falling-walls.com/falling-walls-lab-manitoba-canada * Nomination Form - https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uHf… Applications close March 31, 2026, and early nominations are encouraged to allow sufficient preparation and coaching time. We would be happy to provide promotional materials or brief faculty presentations to support outreach within your unit. Thank you for your continued leadership in strengthening Manitoba's innovation ecosystem. We look forward to celebrating nominees from your faculty this year. Warm regards, Rajeev Koyal (he/him) IDEA START Program Manager University of Manitoba W: https://umanitoba.ca/ideastart E: rajeeev.koyal(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:rajeeev.koyal@umanitoba.ca> M: +1.431.323.5116

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Fw: Request for Nominations: Falling Walls Lab Manitoba 2026
by Sadia Ishaq 10 Mar '26

10 Mar '26

Dear all, The nominations for Falling Walls Lab Manitoba<https://umanitoba.ca/ideastart/falling-walls-lab-manitoba> 2026 are now open. You can nominate 2–5 exceptional students, postdoctoral fellows, or early-career researchers to demonstrate innovation and research excellence at a globally recognized innovation competition. Falling Walls Lab challenges emerging innovators to present a breakthrough idea in just three minutes, with the Manitoba winner advancing to the international finale in Berlin. The application deadline is March 31, 2026, and forms are available on the following links: * One-Pager Overview – Competition details and eligibility * Apply Here – https://falling-walls.com/falling-walls-lab-manitoba-canada * Nomination Form – https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uHf… The Falling Walls Lab Manitoba Finale is scheduled on June 10, 2026. RSVP for the finale here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/falling-walls-lab-manitoba-2026-tickets-198464… Pls refer to the message below for more information. Best regards, Sadia ________________________________ From: AVP PKMI <AVP.PKMI(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: Tuesday, March 10, 2026 12:08 PM To: 'adr-rlo(a)lists.umanitoba.ca' <adr-rlo(a)lists.umanitoba.ca>; VPAC-Dept-Heads(a)lists.umanitoba.ca <vpac-dept-heads(a)lists.umanitoba.ca>; Allison Abra <Allison.Abra(a)umanitoba.ca>; Anastasia Cholakis <Anastasia.Cholakis(a)umanitoba.ca>; Brian Mark <Brian.Mark(a)umanitoba.ca>; Asper Dean <asperdean(a)umanitoba.ca>; Lisa O'Hara <Lisa.Ohara(a)umanitoba.ca>; Rector St. Pauls College <Rector.StPaulsCollege(a)umanitoba.ca>; Douglas Brown <Douglas.Brown(a)umanitoba.ca>; Heidi Marx <Heidi.Marx-Wolf(a)umanitoba.ca>; Hope Anderson <Hope.Anderson(a)umanitoba.ca>; Jan Stewart <Jan.Stewart(a)umanitoba.ca>; Josee Lavoie <Josee.Lavoie(a)umanitoba.ca>; Kelley Main <Kelley.Main(a)umanitoba.ca>; Kellie Thiessen <Kellie.Thiessen(a)umanitoba.ca>; Marcia Friesen <Marcia.Friesen(a)umanitoba.ca>; Dean Environment <Dean.Environment(a)umanitoba.ca>; Mimi Locher <Mira.Locher(a)umanitoba.ca>; Dean Agriculture <agdean(a)umanitoba.ca>; Peter Donahue <Peter.Donahue(a)umanitoba.ca>; Peter Nickerson <Peter.Nickerson(a)umanitoba.ca>; Reg Urbanowski <Reg.Urbanowski(a)umanitoba.ca>; Richard Jochelson <Richard.Jochelson(a)umanitoba.ca>; Stephen Runge <Stephen.Runge(a)umanitoba.ca>; Ute Kothe <Ute.Kothe(a)umanitoba.ca>; Rector St. Pauls College <Rector.StPaulsCollege(a)umanitoba.ca>; Mark Hanson <Mark.Hanson(a)umanitoba.ca>; Nazim Cicek <Nazim.Cicek(a)umanitoba.ca> Cc: Ivan Froese <Ivan.Froese(a)umanitoba.ca>; Dawn Silva <Dawn.Silva(a)umanitoba.ca>; Tracy Foster Davidson <Tracy.Foster(a)umanitoba.ca>; Laurel Gray <Laurel.Gray(a)umanitoba.ca>; Corinne Mizak <Corinne.Mizak(a)umanitoba.ca>; Grace Bamigbade <Grace.Bamigbade(a)umanitoba.ca>; Bonnie Warkentine <Bonnie.Warkentine(a)umanitoba.ca>; Jennifer Palichuk <Jennifer.Palichuk(a)umanitoba.ca>; Jonas Brandt <Jonas.Brandt(a)umanitoba.ca>; Melissa Stamm <Melissa.Stamm(a)umanitoba.ca>; Elsie Besana <Elsie.Gomez-Besana(a)umanitoba.ca>; Janela Ledda <Janela.Ledda(a)umanitoba.ca>; Janine Drennan Alsip <Janine.Drennan(a)umanitoba.ca>; Susan Hirst <Susan.Hirst(a)umanitoba.ca>; Dean Environment <Dean.Environment(a)umanitoba.ca>; Kelly Pokorny Smilinski <Kelly.Pokorny(a)umanitoba.ca>; Tara Vogelsang <Tara.Vogelsang(a)umanitoba.ca>; Mya Kraft <Mya.Kraft(a)umanitoba.ca>; Tammy De Jong <Tammy.DeJong(a)umanitoba.ca>; Karen Soares <Karen.Soares(a)umanitoba.ca>; Tamara Lewsey <Tamara.Lewsey(a)umanitoba.ca>; Liane Allen <Liane.Allen(a)umanitoba.ca>; Jodi Petch <Jodi.Petch(a)umanitoba.ca>; Sarah Rout <Sarah.Rout(a)umanitoba.ca>; Marion DeJong <Marion.DeJong(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: [Adr-rlo] Request for Nominations: Falling Walls Lab Manitoba 2026 [A blue and white background Description automatically generated] This message is sent on behalf of Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden, Associate Vice-President (Partnerships, Knowledge Mobilization, and Innovation) Dear all, Please see below the call for nomination for a very exciting international opportunity to showcase UMs ingenuity. This is an initiative powered by IDEA START in collaboration with the German Falling Walls foundation. Best, Hans-Joachim ==================== Dr. Hans-Joachim Wieden (he/his) Associate Vice-President Partnership, Knowledge Mobilisation & Innovation University of Manitoba 407 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Cir, Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2, Canada ………………………………………………………… Dear Deans/Directors/Department Heads and Associate Deans (Research)/Research Liaison Officers, Greetings from IDEA START. We would like to sincerely thank you for your valued support and engagement in last year’s Falling Walls Lab Manitoba 2026. Your partnership played an important role in strengthening the visibility, participation, and overall success of the initiative across our academic community. We are pleased to invite your faculty to participate in Falling Walls Lab Manitoba 2026 by nominating outstanding students and researchers to represent your institution at this globally recognized innovation competition. Falling Walls Lab challenges emerging innovators to present a breakthrough idea in just three minutes, with the Manitoba winner advancing to the international finale in Berlin. We would also be honoured to have you join us for the Falling Walls Lab Manitoba Finale on June 10, where nominees will present their breakthrough ideas and the Manitoba winner will be selected. RSVP for the finale here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/falling-walls-lab-manitoba-2026-tickets-198464… Following the success of last year’s Lab, the 2026 edition is expanding significantly. In addition to our continued partnership with the University of Winnipeg, we are working toward formal collaboration with Brandon University and Université de Saint-Boniface, positioning this year’s Lab as a truly province-wide initiative and making it larger and more visible than ever before. We kindly request your support in nominating 2–5 exceptional students, postdoctoral fellows, or early-career researchers from your faculty who demonstrate innovation, research excellence, and strong communication potential. Participation provides nominees with: * International research visibility * Connections with industry and government leaders * Professional pitch training and mentorship * Opportunity to represent Manitoba on a global stage Your nomination plays a critical role in identifying and elevating Manitoba’s next generation of breakthrough thinkers. Included for your reference: * One-Pager Overview – Competition details and eligibility * Apply Here – https://falling-walls.com/falling-walls-lab-manitoba-canada * Nomination Form – https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uHf… Applications close March 31, 2026, and early nominations are encouraged to allow sufficient preparation and coaching time. We would be happy to provide promotional materials or brief faculty presentations to support outreach within your unit. Thank you for your continued leadership in strengthening Manitoba’s innovation ecosystem. We look forward to celebrating nominees from your faculty this year. Warm regards, Rajeev Koyal (he/him) IDEA START Program Manager University of Manitoba W: https://umanitoba.ca/ideastart E: rajeeev.koyal(a)umanitoba.ca M: +1.431.323.5116

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Horizon Europe - Evaluation Process of Horizon Europe Project Proposals
by Sadia Ishaq 10 Mar '26

10 Mar '26

Dear all, Please feel free to join the next webinar in the Horizon Europe series on Evaluation Process of Horizon Europe Project Proposals. The webinar will take place on March 18th, 2026. Please see the attached invitation for Registration. Best regards, Sadia --- Sadia Ishaq Ph.D. (she/her) Research Facilitator Dean’s Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 496 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB | R3T2N2 sadia.ishaq(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Emmelia.Stainton@umanitoba.ca> Google Scholar: Sadia Ishaq<https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=f6C0EDQAAAAJ&hl=en>

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2026 Horizon Europe Roadshow is Tomorrow
by Sadia Ishaq 10 Mar '26

10 Mar '26

2026 Horizon Europe Roadshow<https://umanitoba.us21.list-manage.com/track/click?u=c0470f6f144abfc7021a58…> The Delegation of the EU to Canada will be presenting the 2026 Horizon Europe Road Show at the University of Manitoba on March 11. This hybrid event will bring together researchers and stakeholders from across the local innovation ecosystem to learn more about Horizon Europe funding and collaboration opportunities. The program will feature European experts who will provide detailed insights into the Horizon Europe Work Program, partnership approaches, application strategies, and the intricacies of grant administration. The formal presentations will be followed by a networking lunch, offering participants an opportunity to connect directly with speakers and colleagues to explore potential collaborations and ask questions in an informal setting. Faculty, research administrators, and partners interested in international research collaboration are encouraged to attend. Registration required. Date: March 11, 2026 from 9:00 am – 1:00 pm CDT Location: Marshall McLuhan Hall (Room 204-65 Chancellors Circle, UMSU University Centre) Best regards, Sadia --- Sadia Ishaq Ph.D. (she/her) Research Facilitator Dean’s Office Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources University of Manitoba 496 Wallace Building | 125 Dysart Road | Winnipeg, MB | R3T2N2 sadia.ishaq(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Emmelia.Stainton@umanitoba.ca> Google Scholar: Sadia Ishaq<https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=f6C0EDQAAAAJ&hl=en>

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Travel Funds and Expenses
by Dean Environment 09 Mar '26

09 Mar '26

Hi all, I am following up on our ongoing conversations around Travel Funds and Expenses. To help you plan, accounts in excess of ~$9103 at the end of March will be drawn down and those funds reallocated to the Faculty pool. The next allocation is July 1st, and accounts in excess of ~$6860 on June 30th will be drawn down and those funds reallocated to the Faculty pool. Mark

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REMINDER NOTICE: Faculty Development Initiatives Fund - Call for Proposals
by Dean Environment 09 Mar '26

09 Mar '26

Good afternoon, We are still accepting applications to the Faculty Development Initiatives (FDI) Fund. This fund supports projects at the faculty, school, or department level, including strategic planning, priority setting, and capacity-building activities. The application deadline is March 13, 2026 at 4:00 pm. Kind regards, Jill [University of Manitoba Company Logo] Jill Bonner Assistant to the Vice-Provost (Academic Affairs) Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) 208 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Circle Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 PH: 204.474.8170 FAX: 204.275.1160 Jill.Bonner(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jill.Bonner@umanitoba.ca> Chat with me in Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/chat/0/0?users=Jill.Christie@umanitoba.ca&top…> This message is available in alternate formats upon request. This email and/or any documents in this transmission 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. From: Jill Bonner <Jill.Bonner(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jill.Bonner@umanitoba.ca>> Sent: Tuesday, February 10, 2026 1:35 PM Subject: Faculty Development Initiatives Fund - Call for Proposals Good afternoon, Please see the attached memorandum from Dr. Tracey Peter, Vice-Provost (Academic Affairs), regarding the invitation for applications to the Faculty Development Initiatives (FDI) Fund. This fund supports projects at the faculty, school, or department level, including strategic planning, priority setting, and capacity-building activities. For this call, priority will be given to initiatives that align with the University of Manitoba Strategic Plan 2024 - 2029; MomentUM: Leading Change Together<https://umanitoba.ca/strategic-plan>. The FDI Fund Guidelines and application form are available here: [?aspx icon] https://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-provost-vice-president-a… The application deadline is March 13, 2026 at 4:00 pm. Kind regards, Jill [University of Manitoba Company Logo] Jill Bonner Assistant to the Vice-Provost (Academic Affairs) Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) 208 Administration Building 66 Chancellors Circle Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 PH: 204.474.8170 FAX: 204.275.1160 Jill.Bonner(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Jill.Bonner@umanitoba.ca> Chat with me in Teams<https://teams.microsoft.com/l/chat/0/0?users=Jill.Christie@umanitoba.ca&top…> This message is available in alternate formats upon request. This email and/or any documents in this transmission 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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