student affairs News Archive
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Come hear stories of international adventure and personal growth
December 3, 2024 —
If you would like to learn more about the global mobility programs and how they could benefit you in your studies, as well as whether you might be eligible for funding, visit the International Centre homepage. You can also reach out directly to the International Centre with any questions or to discuss your options at international[at]umanitoba[dot]ca. If you are eligible and would like to pursue GSO funding, contact GSO[at]umanitoba[dot]ca for an application form.
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Exam basics: what every student should know before the exam period
December 3, 2024 —
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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Support for extenuating circumstances during the exam period
December 3, 2024 —
Final exams can be a period of stress and anxiety for any student and UM offers many forms of support in preparation for finals and to help you manage your stress during this time. Though you may be prepared for your final, unexpected circumstances still arise where a deferred exam may be considered.
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Growing outside the classroom
November 29, 2024 —
Becoming a student leader is a great way to make the most of your time at UM for both you and your community!
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Becoming a leader at UM
November 22, 2024 —
There are more opportunities to get involved on campus than you may know, and Student Experience and Development is here to help you find them.
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Fall 2024 graduate thesis writing retreat
November 20, 2024 —
The aim for students attending this bootcamp is to write 10,000 words. This is a stretch goal and aiming big encourages commitment and focus.
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Accomplish dreams of global travel with Global Skills Opportunity funding
November 15, 2024 —
Faith Bergman used Global Skills Opportunity funds to make the most of her Winter 2024 term on exchange to Australia! She describes how the experience inspired her academically, led to new friendships, and helped her grow as an individual.
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Academic Integrity and you
November 13, 2024 —
October 16th was the International Day of Action for Academic Integrity. The University of Manitoba is a member of the International Centre for Academic Integrity, an organization dedicated to promoting and upholding academic integrity in universities. As a student, what does academic integrity mean? How can you understand and apply the principles of academic integrity to your studies?
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Student success fuelled by Global Skills Opportunities funding
November 12, 2024 —
GSO is a new federal funding initiative helping students like Cecilia McLandress take their learning and development abroad. If you belong to a demographic that is underrepresented in global mobility programs, you too can apply!
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Engineering Student Makenna Coldwell Awarded the 2024 Student Affairs Participation Award
September 26, 2024 —
Members of the University of Manitoba student community are active and contribute to building a better environment for their peers, and the Student Affairs Participation Award seeks to recognize students who manage to balance these voluntary commitments. This year, we congratulate Biosystems Engineering student Makenna Coldwell who is the 2024 recipient of the Student Affairs Participation Award.