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Meet The University of Winnipeg’s New President Dr. Annette Trimbee
Dr. Annette Trimbee has more in common with UWinnipeg’s new students than you might think. Growing up in Winnipeg, Trimbee chose to earn her undergraduate degree here after the University opened its doors to her with a scholarship offer. Along with another scholarship from CNR and UWinnipeg’s easy-to-bus-to downtown location, the support allowed Trimbee to pursue a university education, a path she says broke from the traditions of the large Transcona family she was raised in. She says her professors were both caring and
inspiring, and when she graduated in 1977 with her Bachelor of Science in Biology, she was sure she would return to UWinnipeg one day to teach. But it turns out life had something else in store for Trimbee. After attaining her Master of Science in Botany and her PhD in Ecology, Trimbee discovered her passion for working in public policy, almost by accident. While performing post-doctoral research on the relationship between blue-green algae and lake nutrients at the University of Alberta, she connected with
people in government who were working to fund research that can inform public policy. What she imagined would be a short-term stint working in government blossomed into a fulfilling career. Trimbee comes to UWinnipeg following several years of service as a Deputy Minister in the Alberta Government. While returning to her roots, Trimbee is also looking forward to reconnecting with her cultural heritage. Trimbee says like many kids who grew up in the 1960s, her Metis background wasn’t acknowledged. Her family
stopped speaking French at home before she was born, but she says she was heavily influenced by her Metis grandmother. She says UWinnipeg’s commitment to serving Aboriginal students appealed to her, along with its culture of social justice paired with academic excellence. Trimbee welcomes UWinnipeg’s new students, and commends them on the decision to pursue a university education, a move she describes as a “decision of the heart.” She knows from experience, “time spent at UWinnipeg is life-changing.”
the university of winnipeg students’ association Established in 1972, the University of Winnipeg Students’ Association unites over 10,000 students at the University of Winnipeg, located on Treaty 1 territory in the heart of Metis nation. We advocate on behalf of student interests both within the university community and to all levels of government. We strive to create programming that empowers students and community members in their pursuit of social, economic and environmental justice. This year, your UWSA is focusing on several initiatives. We are working at finalizing the U-Pass program, seeking solutions to the chronic underfunding of post-secondary education and developing substantive supports for international students. We continue to lobby both the provincial government and the University to halt the increases in tuition that burden students and prevent others from accessing a postsecondary education.
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We continue to be proud members of the Canadian Federation of Students, which has for decades acted to create a more equitable society by establishing the importance of universally accessible, affordable education for all Canadians. We also work on several programs that aim to inspire and promote the exchange of ideas here on campus. From services like the UWSA Bike Lab or our Community Garden, or gatherings like the Peoples’ Social Forum, your students’ association is always striving to promote a vibrant engaging campus environment and create a dialogue between students that puts their ideas into action. We are your students’ union, and we need your voice. Visit us online at theuwsa.ca or follow us on Twitter and Instagram @ theuwsa to find out more.
The University of Winnipeg Your Campus
Live Music Schedule Wednesday September 3 1:00 pm Naysa 2:15 pm Greek Riots Thursday September 4 presents
OWEEK 2014 Sept 3 – Sept 5
Join us on the campus front lawn for three full days of celebrating the start of the new school year! - LIVE MUSIC - FREE FOOD TRUCK SNACKS - FREE PANCAKE BREAKFAST (Every morning at 8 am) - COLD BEVERAGES (On sale at noon) Visit theuwsa.ca for more info
Roll Call Block Party (12 noon –11pm)
Noon Eagle Lake Owls 2:00 pm JR Hill 3:00 pm Atlaas 4:00 pm Latka DJ Set Mama Cutsworth Mama Cutsworth’s DJ Academy 6:00 pm Human Music 7:00 pm Hana Lulu DJ Set Hunnicut & Co-op 8:00 pm The Lytics 9:00 pm Shad Friday September 5 Noon Freestyle Launch 1:00 pm Mobina Galore 2:15 pm Pip Skid
Student Mentor Program
Academic Advising
Adjusting to life at The University of Winnipeg can be a challenge, especially for students coming from outside Winnipeg, or Canada. Luckily the Student Mentor Program is there to connect new students to someone who has been there, someone who can show you the ropes.
Students do best when they take a proactive approach to education at UWinnipeg , and academic advisors can help every step of the way. “There’s just a gamut of things, services we can help students with,” says Coordinator of Academic Advising Stephanie Miller. “We really should be their first stop with any academic issue.”
“It’s more like a friendship, a buddy program,” explains Iresha Hewa Wellalage, who coordinates the program, which students can access anytime in their first year, or even prior to arrival on campus. The Student Mentor Program is there for any new student in need, including students from rural areas, adult learners, and more. Mentors can help students unfamiliar with the nuts and bolts of living independently in Winnipeg by helping them open a bank account or set up a phone connection. They also help them navigate the University and meet other students.
“It’s very helpful for anyone arriving in Winnipeg for the first time,” says Hewa Wellalage, who says members of the program meet each month for a potluck, on top of other fun activities. “They go for movies, they participate in community events, it’s up for the mentor and mentee to get together and decide what to do.” While the program is aimed at first year students, any student who needs help finding their footing in Winnipeg can apply. For more information, contact International Student Services at 204.986.9469
Miller says that can include assistance with registration, planning your degree, or financial or grade appeals. And if a student finds themselves struggling in a class, advisors can help sort through the options for getting back on track. “We often talk about study skills and time management,” says Miller. “It’s not just what classes should you take, but talking about how to plan your timetable, plan your work schedule, where to study, who to study with, things like that.”
Miller says the more questions students have about their education, the better, because with the right answers they can get the most out of their time at UWinnipeg. She says one of the most common questions is what to major in. “And so we can talk about options, about how to streamline all these different programs we have into what fits well for them.” Academic advising is available on a drop in basis from Monday to Friday, from 9:00 am–10:30 am and 2:00pm–3:30 pm, or you can make an appointment by calling 204.779.UWIN (8946).
Career Services Graduation may seem a way off, but it is never too early for a student to start thinking about the next step. “The earlier that you start thinking about how your degree can be applicable to the workforce, the better,” says Anna Weir, coordinator of Career Services at UWinnipeg. “A lot of times students come into University with a sense of what they’re interested in, but they don’t know how to translate that into an actual career after they graduate,” Weir explains. “So we have students coming to see us to find
out what’s out there, and what correlates with the degree they’re getting.” Weir says they can provide students the tools needed to help choose a path, and the steps to take to make it happen. “A lot of times people won’t get that volunteer experience, or the work experience in their field,” she says, adding that getting such experience while in university can give students an edge when it comes time to compete for work.
Career Services can also help students research and apply for graduate programs, write a resume or CV, or practice for an important interview. To book an appointment, contact careers@uwinnipeg.ca. You can also check out opportunities at the annual Volunteer Fair held in the fall, and the Career Fair held each winter.
A New Era for Athletics at UWinnipeg Students starting at the University this fall will be among the first to experience everything the new United Health and RecPlex has to offer. Providing unparalleled recreational and health opportunities to all members of our community, this multi-sport facility will enhance student intramural and Wesmen sports programs, as well as academic research. Suitable to several sports, including flag-football and track and field, the RecPlex’s state of the art soccer pitch is a game-changer for athletics in Winnipeg’s inner city, alleviating a chronic shortage of indoor recreational space. In addition to the adaptable turf field, facilities include a four-lane rubberized sprint track, a practice gym, a jump pit, retractable batting cages, space for events, food and beverage kiosks and an underground parkade with secure bicycle storage.
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For students entering or eyeing our Faculty of Kinesiology, there couldn’t be a more exciting time than this fall’s opening of the United Health & RecPlex, which is connected via skywalk to an updated version of UWinnipeg’s original hub of athletics, the Duckworth Centre. Offering an Athletic Therapy Clinic with athletic and massage therapy, a multi-purpose wellness space, the Bill Wedlake Fitness Centre and the Dr. David F. Anderson Gymnasium, the Faculty has found a home to support its strong focus on wellness promotion and injury prevention. UWinnipeg strives to be a healthy campus on every front, giving students like you a variety of opportunities to take control of your own wellness.
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Security It’s top priority, but security staff at The University of Winnipeg do much more than work to keep your campus safe. “We’re kind of like community ambassadors for the University,” explains Martin Grainger, director of Security Services. “For new students who don’t know where to go—don’t be afraid to stop and ask a security guard. We’re there to help.” As for keeping campus secure, Grainger says the vast majority of incidents Security Services deals with are property crimes of opportunity. He reminds students to keep an eye on their belongings at all times. “A student will be studying, and then falls asleep. They wake up and their iPhone or their computer are gone,” he says. “We try to stop that from happening,” he adds, noting that people caught stealing will be removed from campus.
“But unfortunately we’re not everywhere, so you have to take care of your property.”
available to help you get to your home, car or bus-stop within the downtown area.
Grainger says incidence rates of violence on campus are very low, and there is help available for anyone leaving campus alone in the evening. Safewalk and Saferide programs are
To access Safewalk or Saferide call 204.786.9272. The emergency line is 204.786.6666.
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campus restaurants Diversity Food Services With its four locations on campus, Diversity Food Services strives to be more than just a source of food for students, serving up delicious cuisine with a constant eye on sustainable actions in every sphere. That includes sourcing supplies ethically through direct or fair trade, employing community members who are at risk of being excluded from the traditional workforce, minimizing an ecological footprint by composting both food and take-out packaging, and staying self-sufficient as a business. Chief Operating Officer Ian Vickers says none of these goals come at the cost of meeting Diversity’s primary goal: to provide nutritious food to students, faculty, and the rest of the University community.
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Garbonzo’s Pizza Pub
The AnX Unit 2 – 471 Portage Avenue Hours of Operation: M–W: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Th–F: 11:00 am – 1:00 am Sat: 12:00 noon – 1:00 am Sun: Closed Summer hours (Effective June 1):
“The more simple a cooking technique, the closer things are to the farm, the more nutrition is kept inside the food,” Vickers says of the cooking concept envisioned by Executive Chef Ben Kramer. “So we process things as minimally as possible in order to keep things as nutritious as we can.”
He says students sometimes wonder why they can’t get their favourite candy bar at Pangea’s kitchen, and the answer is simple: if a product’s manufacturing process hurts the earth, Diversity won’t carry it. Not to mention the impact on your body. Vickers says nutrition is especially important for students, who need to give their bodies the best possible fuel if they want peak performance in school.
M–F: 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Sat: 12:00 noon – 12:00 midnight Sun: Closed
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The AnX Unit 3 – 471 Portage Avenue
Elements—The Restaurant
The University of Winnipeg’s Richardson College for the Environment and Science Complex 599 Portage Avenue
Hours of Operation: M–F: 7:00 am – 7:00 pm Sat: 10:00 am – 5:30 pm Sun: Closed
The Malécon
Centennial Hall, 4th Floor The Malécon is currently closed for the summer, re-opening on Wednesday, September 3, 2014
Pangaea’s Kitchen Riddell Hall
Stella’s Café & Bakery The Buhler Centre 460 Portage Avenue stellas.ca
Hours of Operation: M–Sun: 7:00 am – 11:00 pm
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