Things to Know News Archive
Prepare for launch! UM Intranet coming soon
May 3, 2021 —
Learn more about access, supports, and how to find the info you need
Sustainability
Reimagine the Eastern Transportation Corridor
April 28, 2021 —
University of Manitoba undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to help reimagine the Eastern Transportation Corridor spaces on the Fort Garry campus
‘We’re proud of the steps UM is taking to create an inclusive and accessible environment’
April 21, 2021 —
Under the province’s accessible employment standard, employees must complete required training by May 1
Board of Governor nominations for support staff positions
April 21, 2021 —
Deadline for nominations is noon on April 30
Sustainability
Celebrate Earth Day all week long
April 15, 2021 —
From April 19-23, celebrate Earth Day and Restore Our Earth by participating in virtual events and activities from home
Extended Education
Businesses and professionals can pivot by upskilling with continuing education
April 15, 2021 —
“The webinar series is a reflection of the opportunities the pandemic has given us.” Rod Lastra, Associate Dean (Academic), Extended Education
Students
An update on the AURORA for Advisors project
April 13, 2021 —
Aurora for Advisors has been in development for about 12 months. If you use Aurora Self Service today to perform tasks or access information in students’ records, this refresh will modernize how information is displayed and how you navigate the system.
Students
2020-2021 University of Manitoba Employees Scholarship
April 12, 2021 —
Applications for the University of Manitoba Employees Scholarship will be available starting April 1, 2021, and the deadline to submit the application is, May 31, 2021 at 11:59 p.m.
Human Resources
Recognize outstanding COVID-19 response by nominating support staff for the 2021 Awards of Excellence
April 5, 2021 —
Support staff employees to be honoured with these awards will demonstrated extraordinary efforts to maintain critical operations, to assist faculty and students in transitioning to online classes, to support critical research or facilitate the shut-down and restart of research activities, and to ensure the safety and well-being of others—all accomplished with emphasis on effectively supporting the academic mission of UM during the pandemic.
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Instructor support for Winter Term 2021 online final exams
April 5, 2021 —
Looking for help in preparing for your Winter Term 2021 online final exams? Check out The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning's Final Exams: Help support and extended hours webpage.