Things to Know News Archive
Human Resources
Recognize outstanding COVID-19 response by nominating support staff for the 2021 Awards of Excellence
April 5, 2021 —
Support staff employees to be honoured with these awards will demonstrated extraordinary efforts to maintain critical operations, to assist faculty and students in transitioning to online classes, to support critical research or facilitate the shut-down and restart of research activities, and to ensure the safety and well-being of others—all accomplished with emphasis on effectively supporting the academic mission of UM during the pandemic.
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.
Stay alert for wildlife on campus
March 29, 2021 —
There's been a recent sighting of a coyote on the UM Fort Garry campus
Now you can recycle masks and other personal protective equipment
March 23, 2021 —
New PPD recycling bins to discard disposable masks and other disposable PPE items that cannot or should not be worn anymore
Information Services and Technology
M365 tips: How OneDrive helps you manage your files
March 17, 2021 —
Using Microsoft OneDrive is a secure way accessing your files on any device at any time from any location with an Internet connection.
Human Resources
Retirement planning sessions offered for faculty and staff
March 9, 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.
Human Resources
Wellness Together Canada offers free mental health resources and counselling
March 8, 2021 —
WTC allows individuals to make decisions about the care they require and choose from a multitude of 24/7 services.
UM Intranet launches this spring
March 3, 2021 —
An updated communications and work tool that will help you do your work better, faster, and more securely
T2200S form for employees working from home in 2020
February 26, 2021 —
To claim remote work expenses, employees have the option of using the Temporary Flat Rate Method or the Detailed Method
Stay safe on campus
February 24, 2021 —
UM takes a proactive approach to staff and student safety and security on our campuses, through a variety of programs and security measures.





