Faculty and Staff News Archive
Sustainability
New sustainability course launches on UM Learn
October 5, 2021 —
Just in time for Sustainability Month, the Office of Sustainability has released a short course on UM Learn available to all community members
Human Resources
Retirement planning sessions offered for faculty and staff
September 29, 2021 —
Speakers will provide information on a number of topics including an overview of the Pension Plan, the pension benefit payout options available, wills and estate planning and retiree benefits.
Sustainability
Get ready, get set for Sustainability Month at UM
September 28, 2021 —
Celebrate a sustainable future by participating in a variety of virtual green events and activities throughout the month of October
Human Resources
Prioritize your health and wellbeing during Healthy Workplace Month
September 28, 2021 —
October is Healthy Workplace Month in Canada. Here are some ideas to celebrate your wellbeing at work by taking time to relax, learn, laugh and connect with colleagues.
UMRA bursary provides relief, opportunity
September 21, 2021 —
The University of Manitoba Retirees Association bursary is awarded to a deserving UM student pursuing an academic program who is facing financial challenges
Libraries
What UM is doing to support open educational resource uptake
September 15, 2021 —
Lowered costs, improved access for students are just a few of the benefits
Panel: Creating an anti-racist university
September 15, 2021 —
Plan to attend the event presented by UM’s EDI community of practice
Students
In-person and virtual events supported new UM students as they kicked off the Fall Term
September 14, 2021 —
Over the last month, Student Engagement and Success has presented a suite of virtual and in-person programming designed to ensure that UM’s newest students have the tools and resources they need to thrive during their time in university.
Open letter to faculty and staff from the Provost
September 10, 2021 —
Dear Colleagues, As we look ahead to a new academic year, I am full of hope. COVID-19 has required us to work and learn in different ways. It has been inspiring to see how this community has come together over the past year and a half.
Virtual Care expands options and support for Manitoba COVID-19 patients
August 26, 2021 —
A group of physician specialists from various backgrounds began working on a concept that would eventually become the Virtual COVID-19 Outpatient Program (VCOP).





