Student Success Week
March 2-6, 2026 is the Student Success Week at UM. This week, learn about and connect with student supports, resources, and activities that can help you stay motivated and move forward in your studies, especially during a time of year when many may be experiencing academic or personal challenges.
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Your success is about more than a grade on your transcript. Your success is dependent on your academic, emotional, mental, physical, and spiritual wellbeing.
Peer Program scavenger hunt
Whether you’ve been a part of peer programs on campus or not, the Student Experience and Development (SEAD) team wants to invite you to join our Peer Program Scavenger Hunt for Student Success Week.
This Scavenger Hunt will have you exploring five Student Affairs peer programs at different offices around the Fort Garry campus as you solve clues.
Those who answer all the clues and collect all five pins at the stations will be entered to win a limited edition Mondetta x UM Hoodie and a $100 UM Bookstore Gift Card.
Completing the Scavenger Hunt will also give you access to a full directory of the all 28 peer programs running across UM - a resource that will be useful long after Student Success Week ends.
How participate in the scavenger hunt
On March 4 and 5, pick up your lanyard and physical map at the Connection Desk at University Centre. On both days, stations are open from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with peers ready at each location to guide participants through the quest. Complete a station, earn a pin for your lanyard and one step closer to a ticket for the grand prize draw. Visit all five and walk away with a full set of pins.
Return to the SEAD office (225 UMSU University Centre) to complete the final quest, check out and seal your adventure.
Beyond the grand prize, participants who complete the hunt walk away with access to a full directory of all 28 peer programs operating across UM – a resource that stays useful long after Student Success Week ends.
University of Manitoba Contest Rules (SSW Scavenger Hunt)
- Eligibility
This contest is open to all University of Manitoba students who register and participate in the in-person scavenger hunt on Wednesday, March 4th and Thursday, March 5th, 9:30 – 3:30 pm. This includes students from all faculties and programs (including Extended Education), all campuses (including Distance Education students), and all years (undergraduate and graduate students) who are residents of Manitoba and have reached the age of majority.
Employees, faculty, and staff of the University of Manitoba are not eligible to enter or win. - Contest Period
The contest begins on March 4th at 9:00am ends on March 11th 11:45pm (Central Time). - How to Enter
To enter, participants must register and participate in the in-person scavenger hunt on Wednesday, March 4th and Thursday, March 5th, 9:30 – 3:30 pm. Entries to the Contest through lanyard pick-up at the Connection Desk can be earned from Wednesday, March 4th, 8:30 – 4:30 pm, and Thursday, March 5th, 8:30 – 12:00 pm. Entry to the Contest through completing the reflection form after collecting all 5 pins from each station can be earned until Friday, March 6th, 4:00 pm.
Limit of one entry per person unless otherwise stated. - Prize
The winner will receive a $100 gift card to the UM Bookstore and a Mondetta x University of Manitoba Hoodie.
The prize must be accepted as awarded and is non-transferable and non-exchangeable. No cash alternative will be offered. - Winner Selection
A random draw will be conducted on March 13th at 11:00am from all eligible entries received.
The selected entrant will be contacted via email and must respond within 48 hours to claim the prize in person at the designated location. - Skill-Testing Question
To be declared a winner, the selected entrant must correctly answer the following skill-testing question without assistance:
(8 × 2) + (12 ÷ 3) – 4 = ? - Release and Waiver
By entering the contest, participants agree to release and hold harmless the University of Manitoba, its affiliates, employees, and agents from any and all liability for any injuries, loss, or damage of any kind arising from or in connection with participation in the contest or acceptance, use, or misuse of the prize. - Consent to Photography
By entering the contest, participants consent to being photographed or recorded during contest-related activities.
These images or recordings may be used by the University of Manitoba for promotional, educational, or reporting purposes in print, digital, or social media formats.
No additional compensation will be provided for the use of such materials. - General Conditions
- The University of Manitoba reserves the right to cancel, suspend, or modify the contest at any time for any reason.
- By entering, participants consent to the use of their name, likeness, and entry for promotional purposes without additional compensation, unless prohibited by law.
- The contest is subject to all applicable federal, provincial, and municipal laws.
Events
Monday, March 2
Mobility Info Table (Study Abroad)
9:30 to 11:30 a.m. | Armes hallway outside Science Students Lounge
Interested in studying abroad as part of your UM degree? Come to meet with International Centre Student Mobility and Exchange team to learn more about student exchange and other international mobility opportunities available for UM students!
Kick-Off Coffee (while supplies last)
10 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Second Floor UMSU University Centre
It's Student Success Week!
Come by the Student Affairs table for some coffee and to learn about all the resources, opportunties and events taking place this week to help you finish the year successfully.
Tuesday, March 3
Final Exam Booking Fiesta!
9 a.m. to 12 p.m. | 520 UMSU University Centre
Calling all SAS students! Please join us to book you tests and exams.
Employer Advice Café
1:30 to 4 p.m. | IQ's Café and Billiards, 3rd Floor, UMSU University Centre
Attend this in-person Employer Advice Café to connect one-on-one with employers, gain insight into the world of work, and start shaping your career plan.
Wednesday, March 4
GRADually Ahead Workshop - How to Write When Your Brain Says “Later”
11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. | Room 107 Tier building
Writing isn’t hard because you don’t know how to write; it’s hard because your brain keeps saying “later.” This workshop focuses on building a sustainable writing routine that works with real life, not against it. We’ll unpack procrastination, mental resistance, multitasking, and fatigue, and explore practical ways to refocus, protect your attention, and reset when motivation dips. This is not a workshop on writing better sentences or perfecting drafts.
Mobility Info Table (Study Abroad)
9:30 to 11:30 a.m. | Armes hallway outside Science Students Lounge
Interested in studying abroad as part of your UM degree? Come to meet with International Centre Student Mobility and Exchange team to learn more about student exchange and other international mobility opportunities available for UM students!
Integrating Sources: Quoting, Paraphrasing and Summarizing
2 to 3 p.m. | Room 106 Drake Centre (Asper School of Business)
This workshop will cover how to integrate quotations effectively, when to paraphrase or summarize, and how to paraphrase correctly. The focus of this workshop will be on how to paraphrase, and time will be spent creating a paraphrase together.
Register for Integrating Sources
Mindfulness Meditation with the Multi-Faith Centre and the Buddha Meditation Centre Winnipeg
4 to 5 p.m. | Multi-Faith Centre - 521 A/B UMSU University Centre
Led by experienced monks from the Theravada tradition, this session is open to all ages and levels of experience – whether you’re new to meditation or looking to deepen your practice, these sessions offer a welcoming space for personal growth and relaxation. All are welcome! No registration required.
Thursday, March 5
Build Momentum with Charge Ahead!
10 a.m. to 2 p.m. | Fireside Lounge (First floor UMSU University Centre)
Drop by the Charge Ahead table in University Centre to play fun trivia, win Charge Ahead swag and to check out resources to help you stay motivated and keep your semester moving forward. It’s a great opportunity to ask your friendly upper-year mentors questions and to learn about the supports available to you!
Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) Information Session – Doing your taxes and protecting yourself against fraud
10:30 to 11:30 a.m. | Virtual via Zoom
The International Centre is hosting an information session where representatives from the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) will share general information about the different ways you can file your tax return and how to apply for benefits and credits as an International Student.
Friday, March 6
Final Exam Booking Fiesta!
9 a.m. to 3 p.m. | 520 UMUS University Centre
Calling all SAS students! Please join us to book you tests and exams.
Job Search: Building a Strategy & Identifying Employers
10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. | Virtual
Job search is a process and one that can take a lot of time, energy and intention. Join this interactive workshop to learn effective job search strategies and begin to identify potential employers. From first year to final year of study, this session is appropriate for any student who is seeking part-time, summer or full-time work. Students will also develop knowledge and access resources specific to their industries of interest.
