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24/7 study space available during the exam period
December 4, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba is providing a dedicated quiet study space with on-site staff throughout the exam period. The location, St. John’s College Library (3rd Floor, St. John’s College), will be available from 8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8 through 8:00 a.m. on Friday, December 19.
December 4, 2025 —
The University of Manitoba is providing a dedicated quiet study space with on-site staff throughout the exam period. The location, St. John’s College Library (3rd Floor, St. John’s College), will be available from 8:00 p.m. on Monday, December 8 through 8:00 a.m. on Friday, December 19.
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Navigating Extenuating Circumstances: What Students Need to Know About Deferred Exams and Available Supports
December 4, 2025 —
If unexpected circumstances prevent you from taking an exam as scheduled, UM offers support. Including the option to request a deferred exam when the situation meets valid criteria. Understanding these guidelines will help students navigate this process confidently.
December 4, 2025 —
If unexpected circumstances prevent you from taking an exam as scheduled, UM offers support. Including the option to request a deferred exam when the situation meets valid criteria. Understanding these guidelines will help students navigate this process confidently.
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Stress, cram, exam, repeat… but wait, it doesn’t have to be like that!
December 3, 2025 —
To limit stress this final exam period, start your preparation now; make a study schedule, find a study group, work through practice questions, and/or reach out to various UM resources for support.
December 3, 2025 —
To limit stress this final exam period, start your preparation now; make a study schedule, find a study group, work through practice questions, and/or reach out to various UM resources for support.
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Finding space to study
December 3, 2025 —
Elizabeth Dafoe Library offers lots of study spaces, however it is also the largest and busiest library on campus. As the Fall Term comes to an end and final exams approach, it can seem overwhelming to find a space to sit down and study in the library. For those that are new to campus, it may be difficult to find the right study space for their needs. For those looking for study spaces, read on! UM has many options.
December 3, 2025 —
Elizabeth Dafoe Library offers lots of study spaces, however it is also the largest and busiest library on campus. As the Fall Term comes to an end and final exams approach, it can seem overwhelming to find a space to sit down and study in the library. For those that are new to campus, it may be difficult to find the right study space for their needs. For those looking for study spaces, read on! UM has many options.
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Exam basics: what every student should know before the exam period
December 3, 2025 —
Before you hit the books, consider the basic, practical steps you should take to prepare for any exam and take note of the University of Manitoba’s exam policies.
December 3, 2025 —
Before you hit the books, consider the basic, practical steps you should take to prepare for any exam and take note of the University of Manitoba’s exam policies.
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Documents orders unavailable over holiday closure
December 2, 2025 —
Document orders will be unavailable strating December 18.
December 2, 2025 —
Document orders will be unavailable strating December 18.
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Get Hired! Week of December 1, 2025
December 1, 2025 —
Are you looking for work, trying to get that first job, or want to gain experience in your field of study? You won’t want to miss the weekly edition of Get Hired, by Career Services!
December 1, 2025 —
Are you looking for work, trying to get that first job, or want to gain experience in your field of study? You won’t want to miss the weekly edition of Get Hired, by Career Services!
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Supporting Indigenous success Through Career Mentorship: The Indigenous Career Mentor Program
December 1, 2025 —
The Indigenous Career Mentor Program is an informational interviewing program that supports Indigenous students in gathering industry information. Indigenous mentors that meet with Indigenous students provide advice on how to navigate career opportunities and challenges; mentors may also share their personal experiences navigating their own career journeys.
December 1, 2025 —
The Indigenous Career Mentor Program is an informational interviewing program that supports Indigenous students in gathering industry information. Indigenous mentors that meet with Indigenous students provide advice on how to navigate career opportunities and challenges; mentors may also share their personal experiences navigating their own career journeys.
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Fall 2025 Graduate Writing Retreat
November 27, 2025 —
Join the Academic Learning Centre’s 3-day Graduate Writing Retreat, December 17–19, designed to help grad students make real progress on major writing projects. With daily strategy workshops and focused writing time, participants aim to produce up to 10,000 words. Applications are due December 1.
November 27, 2025 —
Join the Academic Learning Centre’s 3-day Graduate Writing Retreat, December 17–19, designed to help grad students make real progress on major writing projects. With daily strategy workshops and focused writing time, participants aim to produce up to 10,000 words. Applications are due December 1.
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Nominations Open for Advising Excellence Award 2025
November 27, 2025 —
Nominations are open for the UM Advising Excellence Award, established in honour of advisor Wendy McLean to recognize excellence, creativity, and meaningful student support across campus.
November 27, 2025 —
Nominations are open for the UM Advising Excellence Award, established in honour of advisor Wendy McLean to recognize excellence, creativity, and meaningful student support across campus.