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Harm reduction workshops help you take control of your health, judgment free

January 24, 2022 — 
The University of Manitoba’s Health and Wellness Office is offering three free harm reduction workshops in February, starting with a session on responding to opioid overdoses on Feb. 1

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Let’s talk about stress

December 20, 2021 — 
 Let’s talk about stress and how to reduce it in our daily lives! Stress is something that can be reduced and there are plenty of methods out there to get your stress levels down.

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UM Food Bank continues to be a crucial resource for students in need

December 14, 2021 — 
Whether it’s problems from the pandemic, rising grocery prices, or the Christmas cost crunch, basic food needs should never be a barrier to success – an issue the UM Food Bank has been helping to address for decades now

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Supports and programming in place for UM students to help with transition back to class

December 8, 2021 — 
A message from Laurie Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students)

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Get the kind of support you need: Mental health resources for students

November 29, 2021 — 
Whether you are looking to add some tools to your coping toolkit or are in need of immediate help, we want you to know that there is support for you, right at this moment, regardless of your level of need

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Tips for managing stress from UM’s Student Counselling Centre

November 8, 2021 — 
Know that supports remain available to you.

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Take advantage of resources that support your health and wellness

November 8, 2021 — 
Knowing how to manage your health and wellness when faced with adverse circumstances is an important skill to have at any point in life. During this challenging time, feelings of uncertainty may cause strain on certain aspects of your overall wellness

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Student supports and resources during the UMFA strike

November 2, 2021 — 
If you need help, please reach out

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Message from Laurie M. Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) – Nov. 2

November 2, 2021 — 
We realize this causes disruption for you. We will take every reasonable measure to support you through this time, including maintaining instruction for courses not being taught by UMFA members, and providing access to core services and resources. 

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Message from Laurie M. Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) – Oct. 27

October 27, 2021 — 
By now you will have heard that members of the University of Manitoba Faculty Association (UMFA) have voted for a strike mandate and set a strike date of November 2. We will continue to keep you updated with emails and with posts on our social media accounts as negotiations continue.

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