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- Campus tours
- Summer skill building
- UM Essentials | July 24, 2023
- Welcome to the Herd | August 9, 2023
- Prep Week August 29 - 31, 2023
- Welcome Day | September 5, 2023
- Our Sponsors
- More important resources for your first year
- Contact us
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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
The beginning of a new term is always exciting, but what makes Fall 2023 more special is that YOU are now joining us as a UM student! We’ve got a number of activities planned to provide you with all the information you’ll need as you begin your university studies. Discover all the great supports we have at UM, get academic prep and explore opportunities to connect with other UM students.
We are so happy that you are joining us, new Bisons! Welcome to the University of Manitoba and welcome to the Herd!
Get ready for the start of your academic journey
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The University of Manitoba is strongly committed to equity and diversity. Accessibility accommodations and/or disability related supports are available for all events. Contact student_accessibility@umanitoba.ca or call 204-474-7423.
Sponsored by Recycle Everywhere.
Tour the whole Fort Garry campus or specific buildings.
Find the tour that's right for you, login to UMConnect and register today!
Below are tours available through July and August for new UM students. Registration is through UMConnect, the UM experiential learning, career and event portal for students.
To register, click the tour you want to attend.
A new tab will open to log into UM Connect, enter your UM Email and password (if you do not have your email address yet, follow the steps on the Claim ID page).
Click the blue 'Register for this event' button.
Prospective students consdering UM can check out these in-person and virtual tour options.
Opportunities offered by different offices and faculties to help you develop specific skills in preparation for your first year at UM.
This is a free, 3 week math workshop to help students prepare for university level math courses.
As a UM student who has been admitted for the Fall 2023 term, you have the opportunity to begin your studies in Summer Session by taking the sought-after first-year seminar course ARTS 1110 – Introduction to University.
A free, three week, online, academic writing and reading program. You will practice reading academic texts and complete four basic academic writing tasks.
Get feedback on writing, reading, language skills from an ALC tutor
This workshop is a great opportunity to explore who you are: your interests, values, and favourite subjects and how they relate to the world of work. The goal of this session is to create a list of occupational ideas just for you.
UM Essentials, along with other orientation activities, is intended to help you prepare for your studies at the University of Manitoba.
You’ve accepted your offer, registered for your classes, claimed your UM Net ID and now it’s time to complete UM Essentials! UM Essentials introduces you to the supports and resources available to UM students and through completing UM Essentials, you will:
You will receive an email to your @myumanitoba.ca email when you have been enrolled in the course. We do enrollments once a week.
All first year students must complete UM Essentials.
This UM Orientation event, designed especially for those who are new to the UM Fort Garry campus, offers activities that will introduce you to the spaces, places, opportunities and supports available to all UM students.
Join us at the Fort Garry campus on August 9 for the first University of Manitoba Orientation event designed for newly admitted UM students starting this fall. Students are invited to bring parents/supporters or a friend for an evening of sessions and tours to help navigate the beginning of their university adventure.
WHEN: August 9 | 3 – 8 p.m. CST (first session starts at 3:30 P.M. CST)
WHERE: Check in at Fletcher Argue Building
PARKING: Check our website for visitor parking options before 4:30 P.M. CST (map). Free parking is available in B Lot after 4:30. If you plan to come before 4:30, we recommend pay parking lots ACW and AC.
Be sure to:
Parking: Please check Parking Services visitor/casual parking table for rates during your visit on campus.
* Eight to be Great includes proven academic success strategies, and is delivered by the Academic Learning Centre. Find out what successful students have in common, and what you can do before, during, and after class to see the best results.
** Mini Lectures include a sample lecture followed by a short discussion between the instructor and a student which will include:
1. how to identify important information during lectures
2. practical tips for learning different types of material
3. effective ways to communicate
4. how (and when) to ask questions if you need help
Time |
Event Name & Details |
Location |
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3:30 - 8 P.M. CST | Information Fair (on-going) | Tier/Fletcher/Dafoe Sidewalk |
3:30 P.M CST |
Campus Tours (sponsored by Recycle Everywhere) 8 to be Great Mini Lecture Mini Lecture Differences between High School and University |
Meet in front of Fletcher Argue 200 Fletcher Argue 206 Tier Building 200 Armes |
4:30 P.M CST |
Campus Tours (sponsored by Recycle Everywhere) 8 to be Great Mini Lecture Mini Lecture Differences between High School and University |
Meet in front of Fletcher Argue 200 Fletcher Argue 206 Tier Building 200 Armes 231 Isbister |
5:30 P.M CST |
Campus Tours (sponsored by Recycle Everywhere) 8 to be Great Mini Lecture Mini Lecture Differences between High School and University |
Meet in front of Fletcher Argue 200 Fletcher Argue 206 Tier Building 200 Armes 231 Isbister |
6:30 P.M CST |
Campus Tours (sponsored by Recycle Everywhere) 8 to be Great Mini Lecture Mini Lecture Differences between High School and University |
Meet in front of Fletcher Argue 200 Fletcher Argue 206 Tier Building 200 Armes 231 Isbister |
Prep week provides new students with an opportunity to participate in online prep sessions and to explore the UM Campus one week before Welcome Day and the commencement of the Fall Term.
From August 29 - 31, get some tips for understanding academic reading and writing, take a campus tour, get your student card and Winnipeg Transit UPass before the rush.
The University of Manitoba is strongly committed to equity and diversity. Accessibility accommodations and/or disability related supports are available for all events. Please contact Student Accessibility Services with two (2) working days’ notice with accommodation requests for Prep Week. Contact student_accessibility@umanitoba.ca or call 204-474-7423.
Prepare to write academic essays by discussing example assignments and talking to experienced students about what they have learned about writing at the university.
In this session students will hear from upper year students about their experiences at university, lessons they've learned, and what they wish they knew starting out. They will be sharing from their own personal experiences and offering a peer perspective so that new students can feel better prepared as they enter university.
Can I use AI? Is it okay to work with a friend? Do I need to cite my own ideas? There are a lot of expectations at UM that are different from high school, and some of them may surprise you. We will cover what you need to know for your assignments and how to avoid common mistakes that can set you back in your studies.
Did you know that the first six weeks of university are crucial to your success? Research shows that many university students across the world drop out after six weeks. That’s why we’re sharing our guide to the first six weeks with you. It’s based on research but it’s full of practical tips that you can use right away. This session will give you an understanding of the challenges that students often face and how to prepare yourself to meet those challenges. You can do it!
Starting university is a huge change no matter what you were doing before. It is absolutely crucial to develop a solid self-care routine in order to be a well-rounded person and a successful student. In this session, you will learn some practical tips and about all of the ways that UM services can help you support your well-being and get you through all of the changes you’re facing.
Study skills need to be tailored to your specific courses and other commitments. There is no one-size fits all approach. That’s okay, though – we will teach you how to get started and share all of the awesome campus resources that are here to support you. Did you know your tuition fees have already paid for access to trained tutors? You will learn about tutoring services and more in this session.
There are many thing to do while you are on the UM Fort Garry campus during Prep Week. Take a self guided tour of our beautiful campus, book a timeslot to get your student ID card and U-Pass, find your classes before the Fall term begins or visit the Bookstore to get your textbooks and UM/Bison gear! You can also check out the great food on campus in UMSU University Centre. Get set to get fit this term at the Active Living Centre! There's also a great Art Exhibit happening at ARTlab, so check it out.
Personalized Tours
Tours will last about 30 minutes and run between 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
Unsure where your classes will be for this Fall? Register for a personalized tour! Drop by between 10:00 am to 2:00 pm with your class schedule and a trained upper-year volunteer will show you where your classrooms will be. They will also provide you some information on what to do before the first day of classes, such as getting your ID, UPass, and more!
Register for Personalized Tours on UM Connect
Campus Tours
Tours take 1 hour and will depart every 15 minutes, with the last tour leaving at 1 p.m.
First time on campus? Register for a campus tour! Our Orientation Volunteers are here to welcome you to campus and help you find your way with tours! Campus Tours will be approximately 1 hour, and will take you around the main buildings you need to know for your classes, and resources that you might want to use. We will also provide you some information on what to do before the first day of classes, such as getting your ID, UPass, and more!
Starting university is a huge change no matter what you were doing before. It is absolutely crucial to develop a solid self-care routine in order to be a well-rounded person and a successful student. In this session, you will learn some practical tips and about all of the ways that UM services can help you support your well-being and get you through all of the changes you’re facing.
Get ready to write essays by learning how to bring out your own voice in your writing and how to use information from sources to support your ideas.
Can I use AI? Is it okay to work with a friend? Do I need to cite my own ideas? There are a lot of expectations at UM that are different from high school, and some of them may surprise you. We will cover what you need to know for your assignments and how to avoid common mistakes that can set you back in your studies.
Study skills need to be tailored to your specific courses and other commitments. There is no one-size fits all approach. That’s okay, though – we will teach you how to get started and share all of the awesome campus resources that are here to support you. Did you know your tuition fees have already paid for access to trained tutors? You will learn about tutoring services and more in this session
Did you know that the first six weeks of university are crucial to your success? Research shows that many university students across the world drop out after six weeks. That’s why we’re sharing our guide to the first six weeks with you. It’s based on research but it’s full of practical tips that you can use right away. This session will give you an understanding of the challenges that students often face and how to prepare yourself to meet those challenges. You can do it!
In this session students will hear from upper year students about their experiences at university, lessons they've learned, and what they wish they knew starting out. They will be sharing from their own personal experiences and offering a peer perspective so that new students can feel better prepared as they enter university.
During Prep Week, connect with a Navigator at the Virtual Advising Help Centre (VAHC) if you have any questions or challenges connecting to a session.
The VAHC is a team of Student Service Navigators who can point you in the right direction. We’re here to help you find the answers you need, when you need them – seven days a week!
Roam with us on Welcome Day!
Find out who to know and where to go for answers to the most common questions new UM students have. We know you’re new to this, so we’ve got your back! You’ll hear from students, advisors and support staff, faculty members and more. We all are dedicated to helping you succeed at UM, so don’t miss out on September 5.
We have some great activities planned, but there will also be plenty of time in the day to connect with friends (old and new!), roam the Fort Garry campus, find your classrooms and have some fun, too!
Welcome Day Schedule:
10:00 A.M. Join your Homeroom and hear all the most important tips for starting the year off strong.
11:00 A.M. Make your way to Investor's Groups Athletic Centre for the Welcome Pep Rally hosted by QX 104 Host Brody Jackson and featuring the Ivan Flett Memorial Dancers.
11:30 A.M. The fun continues on The Quad with the UM Orientation Festival!! Enjoy free food, games, prizes, music, and our Info Fair where you can find everything you'll need as a UM student.
We can't wait to meet you new Bisons!
The WaitWell app is your personal UM appointment assistant! From event registration, to getting your Student ID Card, help from IST, or meeting with an Academic Advisor, Waitwell allows you to join virtual lines, so you can roam your way around campus and get a notification to head to your appointment location at just right time! Need to cancel or re-schedule? No problem! The WaitWell app lets you make changes easily and instantly Here's the deal:
Best of luck!
Thank you to all our wonderful sponsors!
Your support helps to welcome new UM students to our campuses and set them up for success as they start their studies at UM.
Orientation Team
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB Canada