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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
Learn from Student Affairs and other University staff and students on a variety of topics that matter most to you. You are invited to listen in and ask questions via chat.
Missed or can’t attend a conversation you’re interested in? Don’t worry! All chats will be recorded and posted within a week of their original airing
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Take-home exams can be more demanding than in-class exams and many students have never written one. Join Miriam Unruh (Academic Learning Centre Writing and Learning Instructor) and Loie Gervais (Academic Integrity Coordinator) who will talk about best practices for studying and writing this type of exam and answer questions you might have about writing take-home exams.
Managing stress well is something that we all need to do because everyone experiences stress and this is no more true than now given the COVID-19 pandemic and the unusual way the academic term has ended. David Ness and Danna McDonald from the Student Counselling Centre at the University of Manitoba will share information and practical strategies and answer your questions about managing stress and being as well as you can.
Final Grade Options, What You Should Know - The university has provided students with many options for their final grades in Winter 2020 term. Join a team of advising and advocacy staff who can help you understand what these options mean and guide you to resources to help you decide what is best for you.
Are you interested in volunteering and helping others?
Join the office of Community Engaged Learning to learn about volunteering opportunities and a new Mutual Aid Program at the U of M. CEL will share opportunities to volunteer with local groups and organizations, how students can provide care and support to each other, and how to decide what opportunity is the right fit for you
Wednesday, May 27, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Knowing yourself and your occupational options is important to developing a strong career plan. This includes making informed choices about your education and experiential learning. In this session you will be guided to:
Join Career Consultants from Career Services as they guide you through resources and tools that will help you develop and strengthen your career plan.
Wednesday, June 10, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
The COVID-19 pandemic has affected all of our lives in multiple ways. It has uprooted us, and left many of us feeling un-grounded, and insecure. We may feel as if we are dangling in mid-air; caught in the in between of many unknowns. Why do we feel this way? What can we do to regain a sense of wellness, and begin to feel grounded again? Join Edgar, Jodie, and Jesse in an interactive virtual session that will allow you to reflect on these questions and develop some strategies to regain a sense of wellness in uncertain times.
Ask any questions you may have live!
Wednesday, June 24, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Student Accessibility Services supports students with diagnosed disabilities in their academic studies. During the shift to an online/virtual study environment for students, and the changing and challenging circumstances that the COVID-19 pandemic has presented students with, SAS is open and accommodation support remains available. Join Shanda and Caitlin in a virtual session that will inform you of the role of Student Accessibility Services, and provide you with information and how to register with the SAS office.
ASL Interpretation provided by Christina Morden
Wednesday, July 7, 2020, 7:00 - 8:30 pm
Join Lisa Bednar for this drop in session for student-parents at the U of M.
Topics will include parenting while you’re a student, studying with limited daycare, and strategies for success.
Wednesday, July 22, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
Join Student Life Coordinators, Katie Leitch and Zach Unrau, for a conversation on peer mentoring programs and the benefits of getting involved with these programs on campus. Following the brief presentation, Zach and Katie will be joined by U of M students, Anjali, Chloé, and Prabhleen, who want to share with you their experiences of participating in peer mentoring programs. Learn more about peer mentoring programs at the U of M and ways that you can get involved with them during this session!
Wednesday, August 5, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
When it comes to online learning and academic integrity there are sometimes misconceptions about what is allowed and expected for assignments, tests and exams. Join Loie Gervais (Academic Integrity Coordinator) and Matthew Carvell (Student Advocate) to discuss academic integrity and the expectations during an online learning environment to help ensure success in your studies!
Wednesday, August 12, 2020, 1:00 - 2:00 pm
This session will gives you an overview of Work-Study Program, including who is eligible, the types of positions available, how to make yourself stand out as an applicant, and what it’s like to be a Work-Study student. This will also be an opportunity to ask any questions of the coordinators. Find out more on our website: umanitoba.ca/student/workstudy
Application deadline: September 11, 2020
Facilitated by: Danielle Milln, Work-Study Coordinator + Rebecca Balakrishnan, Career Consultant
Friday, December 11, 2020, 9:00 - 10:00 am
Join a team of advising staff who can help you get answers to all your questions! During this info session, we’ll review ways to finish Fall term strong, prep for Winter term, and help you to understand the new grading accommodations.
Facilitated by: Ali Wood-Warren (First Year Centre Coodinator), Kathy Synkiw (Science Academic Advisor) and Lesley Wiebe (Arts Academic Advisor)
Thursday, February 25, 2020 | 1:30 - 2:15 p.m.
Being accused of academic misconduct can be a scary and stressful situation. This session will cover some myths and realities about academic misconduct, how to respond to an allegation, and strategies to cope and manage your reactions. Join the Directors of the Student Counselling Centre and Student Advocacy and Case Management for this session. Time will be set aside for questions at the end.
Facilitated by:
David Ness, Director, Student Counselling Centre
Heather Morris, Director, Student Advocacy and Case Management
Join Anny, Gail, Jodie, and Jesse from Student Affairs to learn about resources for food, mental health, rental policies, employment opportunities, and more.
