Stop Chasing the Clock
Presented by Charge Ahead
Tuesday, October 15, 2024; 1:30-2:30 PM | In person
Ever find yourself constantly racing against the clock, but never feeling like your to-do list is any shorter? There is a surprising solution to this common problem, and we want to share it with you. Join the Charge Ahead Peer Mentors in learning how to manage your energy rather than your time. You can finally stop chasing the clock and achieve more flow and balance in your work. Don't waste another minute - sign up today for this interactive workshop that will teach you strategies you can begin using immediately!?
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Healing the Soul Wounds of Racialized Trauma
Presented by the Student Counselling Centre
Tuesdays October 15, 2024 - November 19; 1 - 2:15 PM | In-Person
This six week group is for students who identify as BIBOC (Black, Indigenous Bodies of Culture) who are seeking to heal the soul wounds of Racialized trauma. We will focus on understanding the impact of Racialized trauma, recognizing how Racialized trauma may be presenting in the body and learning individual and community healing strategies to help settle the body.
Register by calling 204-474-8592 or coming by the Student Counselling Centre at 474 UMSU University Centre
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International Day of Action for Academic Integrity info booth
Wednesday, October 16, 2024; 10 AM - 2 PM | Elizabeth Dafoe Library Atrium
Academic Integrity and Artificial Intelligence
Part of the Academic Success Workshop series
Wednesday, October 16, 2024; 11 AM - 12 PM | In person
Learn to make good choices about using generative Artificial Intelligence tools (such as ChatGPT, Grammarly, QuillBot, Google Gemini, DALL·E, etc), while also following UM academic integrity policies. This workshop is aimed at undergraduate students.
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Experience Record Information Session
Presented by Student Experience and Development
Wednesday October 16, 2024; 1 PM - 2 PM | Online
The Experience Record is a tool that captures a student's participation in UM-recognized Experiential Learning (EL) and Student Involvement (SI) opportunities. Interested in learning more about your personal Experience Record? Interested in getting your experience published in the Experience Catalogue and giving recognition to other students participating in it? Join us for this informative session about the Experience Record and Co-Curricular Experience Application process. Following the presentation, we will have an open Q&A segment to address any questions or concerns you may have.
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Integrating Sources: Quoting, Paraphrasing and Summarizing
Part of the Academic Success Workshop series
Wednesday, October 16, 2024; 11 AM - 12 PM | In person
Clarify when and how to use sources when writing (APA style). This workshop is aimed at undergraduate students.
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Evaluating Sources of Information
Presented by Libraries
Wednesday October 16, 2024; 12 - 1 PM | In-person
How do you know if something is appropriate for use in your assignments? In this workshop you will deepen your understanding of peer reviewed sources, think about the different ways to evaluate the credibility of academic and popular sources - including AI - and learn about additional considerations for evaluating information on Indigenous topics.
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Post-Graduate Work Permit Info Session (For international students)
Presented by the International Centre
Wednesday October 16, 2024; 3 - 4 PM | Online
The International Centre is organizing an information session for international students on the subject of the Post-Graduation Work Permit.
Attend this information session to learn about the Post-Graduation Work Permit eligibility requirements and program criteria. Topics will include how to submit an application to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), required documents, creating an online MyCIC account.
Information sessions are for current UM students (Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses).
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Midday Mindfulness
Presented by the Student Counselling Centre
Wednesday October 16, 2024; 12:30 - 1:30 PM | In-Person
In each session, participants are introduced to the practice of mindfulness to become more aware and accepting of their experiences non-judgmentally, allowing them to respond to stressful situations in a different way.
Register by calling 204-474-8592 or coming by the Student Counselling Centre at 474 UMSU University Centre
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Drop-In Study Session with Writing Tutors & Librarians
Wednesday October 16, 2024; 1 PM - 2 PM | In-person
Thursday October 17, 2024; 1 PM - 2 PM | In-person
Get assistance from a librarian with library searches, research planning, citation styles, and reference managers. You can also meet with Academic Learning Centre writing tutors for help with understanding assignment guidelines, developing thesis statements, planning and outlining, drafting, revising, and citing sources. No appointment necessary—just drop in for individualized support with your research and writing assignment!
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Student Success Month Pop-up Writing Tutoring: International Centre
Thursday October 17, 2024; 3 - 4:30 PM | Tony T.K. Lau Global Lounge, 541 UMSU University Centre
Looking for help with your writing? The Academic Learning Centre is offering a pop-up writing tutoring session. Drop in and meet with experienced ALC writing tutors. Tutors can help with any writing assignment and at any point in the writing process. Common tutoring topics include understanding the assignment, thesis statements, organizing ideas, grammar, editing and revision strategies, and citing and referencing.
No appointment necessary! Just bring your assignment instructions, writing, and questions!
Co-op work permit info session (For international students)
Presented by the International Centre
Thursday October 17, 2024; 3 - 4 PM | Online
The International Centre is organizing an information session for international students on the subject of the Co-op Work Permit.
Attend this information session to learn about the Co-Op Work Permit eligibility requirements and program criteria. Topics will include how to submit an application to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), and required documents.
Information sessions are for current UM students (Fort Garry and Bannatyne campuses).
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Stress & Wellness 101
Presented by the Student Counselling Centre
Thursday October 17, 2024; 10 AM - 12 PM
Everyone experiences stress at times and this is definitely true for university students. It is also common for people and students to feel overwhelmed by stress and to struggle to cope and manage. The Student Counselling Centre has developed a three session workshop series to help students manage stress and Wellness. Each workshop is unique and students can attend any that they would like – you do not need to attend all three but we do recommend doing so to get the most out of the workshop series.
Session 2: Calming the Body (S2):
- Strategies for reducing the Stress in body including breathing techniques
- Progressive muscle relaxation
- Visualization activities and TIPP skills
Register by calling 204-474-8592 or coming by the Student Counselling Centre at 474 UMSU University Centre
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Resume & Cover Letter Workshop
Presented by Career Services
Thursday October 17, 2024; 10 AM - 12 PM | In-person
Join this interactive workshop and learn tips on how to format your resume and cover letter and what you should and should not include. Your cover letter and resume are marketing tools, the "door opener" to a job interview, so take this opportunity to sharpen your resume and cover letter.
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It's Over But It's Not: Understanding and Managing the Ongoing Impact of Trauma
Presented by the Student Counselling Centre
Thursday October 17, 2024; 2:30 - 4:30 PM | Online
Thursday October 24, 2024; 2:30 - 4:30 PM | Online
Who is this workshop for?
Anyone who has experienced trauma. What is trauma? It can include physical assault or sexual assault, physical or sexual abuse, emotional abuse, experiencing a crime (e.g. mugging), bullying, experiencing a natural disaster, experiencing war, traffic accidents, sudden loss of someone through violence or suicide, or experiencing a life-threatening illness.
Topics covered and what you will learn:
If you have experienced a traumatic event that is continuing to affect you, consider attending this workshop to:
- Learn about and understand what happens in our bodies and brain when we experience trauma,
- This includes how your brain made the decision how to survive, not you
- Learn quick and effective strategies to calm and ground ourselves to manage triggers and anxiety
- This workshop is focused on learning and skill-building: increase your control over your body and reactions
No personal sharing about your specific experience happens in this workshop
Register by calling 204-474-8592 or coming by the Student Counselling Centre at 474 UMSU University Centre
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Interview Preparation Workshop
Presented by Career Services
Friday October 18, 2024; 9:30 - 11:30 AM | Online
Unsure about how to prepare for an interview? Need to practice? Attend this interactive workshop to learn: how to anticipate interview questions, response strategies for common questions and types of questions, and interview etiquette and follow-up approaches. Plus, practice your interview skills with other job seekers.
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Learning to Cope: Sleep Difficulties
Presented by the Student Counselling Centre
Friday October 18, 2024; 1:30 - 3 PM | Online
This workshop series is designed for students who would like to learn strategies to cope with difficulties that are common among university students. Students must be in the province of Manitoba to attend sessions offered via Zoom.
Each session focuses on a specific topic: Procrastination, Perfectionism, Sleep, and Low Self Esteem. The students will learn about the aforementioned topics and coping strategies to start addressing these difficulties.
Register by calling 204-474-8592 or coming by the Student Counselling Centre at 474 UMSU University Centre
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