Faculty and Staff News Archive
President’s message on COVID-19 vaccinations
April 16, 2021 —
'The vaccine gives us great hope that we will be able to get to the other side of this pandemic and resume the in-person engagement we all miss so dearly'
Sustainability
Celebrate Earth Day all week long
April 15, 2021 —
From April 19-23, celebrate Earth Day and Restore Our Earth by participating in virtual events and activities from home
Extended Education
Businesses and professionals can pivot by upskilling with continuing education
April 15, 2021 —
“The webinar series is a reflection of the opportunities the pandemic has given us.” Rod Lastra, Associate Dean (Academic), Extended Education
Students
An update on the AURORA for Advisors project
April 13, 2021 —
Aurora for Advisors has been in development for about 12 months. If you use Aurora Self Service today to perform tasks or access information in students’ records, this refresh will modernize how information is displayed and how you navigate the system.
Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Instructor support for Winter Term 2021 online final exams
April 5, 2021 —
Looking for help in preparing for your Winter Term 2021 online final exams? Check out The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning's Final Exams: Help support and extended hours webpage.
Information Services and Technology
Microsoft OneDrive: New file request feature
March 23, 2021 —
With the new file request feature in OneDrive, you can choose a folder where others can upload files using a link that you send them. People you request files from can only upload files. They can't see the content of the folder, edit, delete, or download files. They can't even see who else has uploaded files.
Libraries
New look for UM Libraries Website
March 23, 2021 —
The new UM Libraries (UML) web site aligns with the look and feel of the University’s new Next Gen Web Experience, with a focus on functionality and the user experience.
President Benarroch’s update on Fall Term
March 17, 2021 —
Fall Term 2021 will include more in-person instruction
UM Together: Reflecting on a year of COVID-19
March 17, 2021 —
On Tuesday, March 23, the university community is invited to come together virtually
Libraries
Taking the pulse of UM Libraries
March 16, 2021 —
University of Manitoba Libraries (UM Libraries) needs your help to gain insight into how our facilities, services and collections are used, and how these can be improved to better serve your needs.





