The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Ininew, Anisininew, Dakota and Dene peoples, and on the National Homeland of the Red River Métis. More
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
Committed to inclusive excellence, academic success, and the health and well-being of all students, the Vice-Provost (Students) mobilizes people and resources to advance the University’s strategic priority to deliver an outstanding student experience.
The Vice-Provost (Students) leads a dynamic Student Affairs team of approximately 250 staff, instructors and student employees across three departments: the Office of the Registrar and Enrolment Services, Student Engagement and Success, and Student Support.
Laurie arrived at the University of Manitoba in 2019 from the University of Guelph, where she was the Director, Student Experience and Interim Director, Experiential Learning.
Throughout her career, Laurie has played a key role in advancing initiatives that promote student retention, civic engagement and leadership development, Indigenous achievement and intercultural competence.
In 2015, Laurie led a review of the support needs of Black students on campus and co-authored a report that articulated a series of recommendations for the University of Guelph. In 2017, Laurie was seconded by the Provost to serve as Special Advisor on Experiential Learning and was assigned responsibility for advancing the University's Experiential Learning Strategy. In 2018, she served on the Indigenous Initiatives Strategic Task Force, and chaired a sub-committee on campus environment and cultural safety.
Laurie has been recognized for her service by the Canadian Association of College and University Student Services. She has received the President's Award for Exemplary Staff Service, the R.P. Gilmor Award for outstanding contributions to Student Life and the Marilyn Langlois award for her work in supporting students, staff, faculty and community partners. Laurie and her team were also the recipients of the President's Award for outstanding achievement in United Way fundraising. In 2019, in recognition of Laurie's many contributions to fostering an inclusive campus environment, the University of Guelph established the Laurie Schnarr "I Am A Gryphon" award in her honour.
Student Affairs provides confidential support, advisement, consultations and referrals to students, staff, faculty, alumni and community members regarding a range of matters concerning students and the student experience. We work collaboratively with our colleagues in the Vice-President (Indigenous) portfolio, Student Residences, Bison Athletics, the faculties, student government, and UM administrative units to implement new initiatives and address challenges that may impede student success.
Office of the Vice-Provost (Students)
Room 208 Administration Building
66 Chancellor's Circle
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Canada
