Faculty and Staff News Archive
Watch where our story is taking us
April 23, 2024 —
Congratulations on finishing another great academic year. Thank you!
Navigating Final Grade Submission: Guidelines and Deadlines
April 22, 2024 —
Ensure grade accuracy & compliance. Deadlines matter: May 3, 4:00 pm. Navigate departmental approvals, late submissions, and final grade submission.
Accessibility checklist: What you need to know for May 1
April 16, 2024 —
Mandatory training for all employees, prioritization for updating documents, info on PDFs, and more
Students
Feel safe, seen and supported at the Sexual Violence Resource Centre
April 12, 2024 —
The Sexual Violence Resource Centre provides support, resources, information and referral services for any student, faculty or staff member who has been affected by sexual violence. The SVRC is a trauma-informed and survivor-centered space, where the needs and goals of the person seeking support are centralized, and where survivors are never pressured to disclose anything they don’t want to.
Libraries
Science Library closes for renovation beginning May 1, 2024
April 5, 2024 —
As part of the Machray Hall redevelopment, the Jim Peebles Science and Technology Library (Science Library) will be closed to walk-in use beginning May 1, 2024. Access to print and digital collections, librarians, and other services will continue to be available during the closure. The library will undergo a transformation, resulting in new student study spaces and services.
Libraries
Try this five-part workshop series on knowledge synthesis & systematic reviews
April 5, 2024 —
Are you considering starting a systematic, scoping, or other knowledge synthesis project but don’t know how to get started? Attend UM Libraries’ five-part series beginning May 7 and explore all aspects of comprehensive searching for a systematic review project. If you are a grad student about to begin a project or just have questions, this series is a great place to start.
Students
Unforeseen circumstances during the exam period? We have supports for you
April 1, 2024 —
Be sure to check with an advisor in your home faculty (or your faculty’s website) to confirm which events and other reasons may be supported by the Self-Declaration form.
Communications, marketing and advancement support at your fingertips
March 26, 2024 —
Access to External Relations toolkits is available on UM Intranet
Sustainability
UM Sustainability Awards: Nominate someone today!
March 20, 2024 —
Do you have a co-worker, faculty member or student who shows leadership, creativity and dedication to sustainability on campus? If so, nominate them for a 2024 UM Sustainability Award.
Enhancing the Aurora Experience: A New Chapter Begins
March 8, 2024 —
We're excited to introduce the New Aurora Launch page, aimed at enhancing your user experience with a range of exciting features and enhancements