Staff News Archive
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Sustainability
UM Sustainability Champions – Celebrating our Sustainability Award Winners
May 13, 2020 —
During this time of reflection on the year, we’d like to highlight the efforts of some fabulous UM students, staff and faculty in contributing to the betterment of our campus and community! The following winners of the 2020 Sustainability Awards were selected by a committee and received their awards at UM Sustainability Night on March 5.
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Sustainability
How to Compost from Home
May 7, 2020 —
It’s National Compost Week! While we’re spending more time at home, it’s a good time to try backyard composting!
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Sustainability
Jane’s Walk: A digital walk around U of M campuses
May 1, 2020 —
Join us for the Restorative Spaces and Art & History walks as part of the Jane’s Walk celebrations on May 2 and May 3 at the Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses
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Students
Looking for job opportunities during the COVID-19 pandemic
April 9, 2020 —
Job search is hard work, there’s no denying it, especially right now. Career Services can help. Check out our website to learn more about the resources we offer to support you.
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Faculty of Kinesiology and Recreation Management
Mini U Programs leading at home, hoping to help through challenging times
April 1, 2020 —
Mini U staff are posting creative games, tips and activities to their social media channels daily to help parents navigate the extended period at home with their children.
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Sustainability
Working and studying at home green tips
March 31, 2020 —
Here are some simple sustainable tips to help you conserve energy, save money, and be more productive while you're at home!
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Routes to change with new BLUE Rapid Transit
March 24, 2020 —
Changes come into effect as of April 12
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Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Equity, diversity and inclusion consultation sessions paused
March 17, 2020 —
But please provide your feedback online
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Message from President David T. Barnard on COVID-19
March 13, 2020 —
No classes on March 16 and March 17