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Final Grade Appeal goes online through Aurora!

December 14, 2020 — 
Fall Term 2020 is coming to an end, and it’s possible that you’re not happy with your final grades.

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Message from Laurie M. Schnarr, Vice-Provost (Students) – December 10

December 14, 2020 — 
We are so close to the end of Fall Term! You have worked hard and persisted – great work! It’s been an unusual year, and you have handled it with grace and tenacity. As you complete final assignments and enter the final exam period, I encourage you to remain focused on your studies. The holiday break is right around the corner!

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3MT® 2021 applications are now being accepted

December 14, 2020 — 
Applications for the 2021 Three Minute Thesis (3MT®) competition are now being accepted, so start preparing your presentations!

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Top student success stories of 2020

December 14, 2020 — 
2020 is coming to an end, and while it has certainly has its downs, it’s also had some big ‘ups’, especially in terms of the success of our UM students.  Here’s a recap of just some of the top student success stories of 2020.

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Libraries

You got this!

December 14, 2020 — 
UM Libraries can help with last minute term papers and exams right to the end of term. Also, here are the Ask Us online chat and return hours to end of term.

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Students

December photo contest: Show us why you’re celebrating

December 14, 2020 — 
With 2020 came so many changes, challenges and new experiences that it was easy to be overwhelmed. As the holiday season approaches we are hoping to stop and reflect on some of the good. That is why for this month’s contest we want to see your reasons to celebrate. Whether it be a religious or cultural holiday, the end of a school term, or just a small daily triumph - all of it matters. 

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Sustainability

UM commits to carbon neutrality by 2050

December 10, 2020 — 
The University of Manitoba has officially signed the Global University and Colleges Climate Letter, which acknowledges that our planet and climate are in a state of emergency.

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Adapting our student support strategy during COVID-19

December 8, 2020 — 
Many of us have been called upon to adapt our work to these new circumstances and find new ways to provide supports and programming to students

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Students

It’s exam time! Here are some tips for exam day success.

December 3, 2020 — 
Your final exams are here! You’ve made it this far, and the Fall Term is almost over. Here are some more tips to help you be successful this exam period. Keep in mind that online exams are very similar to in-class exams, so your preparation should be similar. An online exam is still an official university exam, and that the same academic integrity expectations apply.

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Students

Tips for preparing for your final exams

December 3, 2020 — 
Final exams are just around the corner. You can find your Fall Term exam schedule in Aurora under ‘My Exams’. Be sure to check out these IST resources, supports and tips to help you navigate online exam tools.  Taking an online exam is really similar to taking a regular exam, so stay positive.  We’ve put together some tips to help you prepare.

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