September 2009 - AWARDS-CONTACTS - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

2010-2011 NSERC PGS Applicant Eligibility Update
by Marcia Labiuk 29 Sep '09

29 Sep '09

Please see the attached memo from NSERC regarding the 2010-2011 NSERC PGS competition. Thank you, Marcia -- ============================ Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-9836 ============================

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FGS Announcements: 25 September 2009
by Enza Pohl 25 Sep '09

25 Sep '09

To All Awards Contacts: Please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. Enza To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090925.hmtl <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090925.htm> top banner <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/> The Faculty of Graduate Studies would like to bring the following competition(s) to your attention: Announcements: 25 September 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *ALUMNI ASSOCIATION INC. GRADUATE STUDENT AWARD* <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> October 15 unrestricted M D $7,500 *RESEARCH GRANTS COUNCIL (RCG) OF HONG KONG* <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> December 1 unrestricted D monthly stipend of HK$20,000 (approximately US$2,600) and a conference and research-related travel allowance of HK$10,000 (approximately US$1,300) *MANITOBA GAMING CONTROL COMMISSION <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* November 1 gambing research M D Masters award $5,000.00 for a maximum one year. Doctoral award $10,000.00 for one year, renewable for a second year ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Useful Information on the FGS website *Awards FAQ* http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/581.htm *Admissions FAQ*: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admissions/140.htm *Admissions Fee Information*: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admissions/582.htm *Registration* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/registration/index.html *Important dates and deadlines* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/deadlines/index.html *Thesis questions: * http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/thesis/250.htm *Graduate Studies Forms* e.g. masters', phd; transfer of credit, etc. http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/forms/index.html *2009-2010 Academic Calendar and other publications* http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/publications/index.html *_Please note that our office does not deal with course fees, the Registrars' office does -- 4th Floor Univ. Ctre, but some information can be found here:_* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/fees/988.htm fgs logo -- Mrs. Enza Pohl Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba R3T 2N2 Telephone 204-474-6827 Fax 204-474-7553 Email: Enza_Pohl(a)umanitoba.ca

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SSHRC Application Samples and Instructions
by Marcia Labiuk 23 Sep '09

23 Sep '09

Hello, I've had several requests for copies of the SSHRC CGSM and Doctoral application forms and instructions for departments to refer to. Please see attached. Sincerely, Marcia -- ============================ Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-9836 ============================

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FGS Announcements 18 September 2009
by Enza Pohl 18 Sep '09

18 Sep '09

To All Awards Contacts: Please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. Enza To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090918.hmtl <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090918.htm> top banner <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/> The Faculty of Graduate Studies would like to bring the following competition(s) to your attention: Announcements: 18 September 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *University of Manitoba Graduate Student Travel Award <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>** <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* November 2 Unrestricted M D $500 for travel in North America $750 for international travel *Summer Program in Japan and Taiwan* <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> November 3 Medical Health Sciences Natural, Physical or Life Sciences Engineering M D $3,000 *Danone - Distinguished Nutrition Leadership Award <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* November 1 Agriculture Human Ecology Medical Health Sciences Nursing Pharmacy Physical Education M D $5,000 plus travel expenses for the award presentation at a national conference *IODE - War Memorial Scholarship for Ph.D Study* <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> December 1 Unrestricted D $15,000 *Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO) Research Fellowship Program* <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> December 4 Medical Health Sciences Nursing D not available *Shastri Indo-Canadian Institure, Student Excellence Awards* <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> October 30 Engineering Natural Physical or Life Sciences Social Sciences and Humanities M D $2,000 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ H1N1 Influenza (Flu) and YOU *H1N1 INFLUENZA (FLU) and YOU* *WHAT IS H1N1 INFLUENZA?* The term pandemic influenza refers to a worldwide spread of a new influenza virus. The current virus of concern is the H1N1 virus. Because it is new, most people do not have immunity to it. It is a respiratory illness that causes symptoms similar to those of seasonal flu. HOW IS H1N1 INFLUENZA SPREAD? It is believed that it spreads the same way as regular seasonal flu. Influenza and other respiratory infections go from person to person when germs released from coughing and sneezing enter the nose and / or throat. Germs can also rest on hard surfaces like counters and doorknobs, where they can be picked up on hands and transmitted to the respiratory system when someone touches their mouth and/or nose. *WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS?* The symptoms include: . Sudden Fever (100.4ºF / 38ºC); . Cough; . Runny nose; . Sore throat; . Body aches; . Fatigue / physical exhaustion; and . Lack of appetite. In some cases, these symptoms are accompanied by vomiting and diarrhea. *HOW DO I PROTECT MYSELF AND OTHERS?* The Province of Manitoba through the Manitoba Health and Health Living (MHHL) recommends the following precautions: . Cover your cough by coughing into your elbow or sleeve or use a tissue to cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing. . Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after coughing or sneezing. Hand sanitizers are also effective. . Reduce the spread of germs by limiting touching your eyes, nose or mouth and by washing your hands frequently. . Maintain your health by taking care of yourself and those in your care including eating a healthy balanced diet, avoiding cigarette smoke and other harmful substances, being active and getting enough rest and sleep. *WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I GET SICK?* If you have symptoms of a respiratory infection, you should: . Stay home from school or work and limit unnecessary contact with others. . Contact your health-care provider or visit your nearest health-care centre if you are concerned that you may need care -- especially if your symptoms are severe or worsening (e.g. shortness of breath, dehydration, or worsening fever, cough or weakness). . Should major disruptions to University activities occur as a result of a pandemic, the course content, marks breakdown and other provisions in course outlines may be adjusted as the circumstances warrant. Students seeking medical advice can contact University Health Service (UHS) by calling (204) 474-8411 or visit their web site: www.umanitoba.ca/student/health <http://www.umanitoba.ca/student/health/>. For personal advice on self-care or when to seek further care, those who cannot contact their primary healthcare provider can phone Health Links--Info Santé at any time at 788-8200 or toll-free at 1-888-315-9257. *IF I AM SICK CAN A PROFESSOR / INSTRUCTOR ASK ME TO LEAVE THE CLASS?* Yes, if you have influenza symptoms your professor or instructor can ask you to leave the class and not return until your symptoms are gone. If this occurs professors / instructors have been asked to accommodate and be flexible to allow you to complete your course work. *DO YOU HAVE A STUDY BUDDY?* If you are unable to attend class do you have a Study Buddy within your class that will share notes and hand outs after you have recovered. If you do not have a Study Buddy please ask a classmate to become yours. And if you are asked to be a Study Buddy please assist your fellow student because you may need their help if you are ill. *DO YOU HAVE A HEALTH BUDDY?* Many of our students come from other provinces and other countries, which means they are away from their support network of friends and family. If you are in this situation please make friends with someone who can be your Health Buddy. A Health Buddy is someone who will keep in touch with you regularly to see if you are healthy and if they cannot reach you they would be expected to find you to ensure you are healthy or to find out if you need assistance. *WHAT IS THE UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA DOING ABOUT H1N1?* The University of Manitoba has been involved in pandemic planning and has developed an institutional plan. Deans, Directors, and Heads of Administrative Units have also been requested to develop their own unit plans. A Pandemic Planning Committee is actively involved in overseeing and communicating the planning activities, which includes an awareness campaign and provision of hand sanitizing stations. The primary method of communication will be via the University of Manitoba's web site, visit www.umanitoba.ca <http://www.umanitoba.ca/> and follow the H1N1 Flu Virus link. *WHAT ELSE DO I NEED TO KNOW?* . Faculty specific instructions will be coordinated and communicated through faculty specific dean's offices. . Internet resources include: - U of M pandemic planning web site: www.umanitoba.ca/pandemic <http://www.umanitoba.ca/pandemic/>; - Province of Manitoba: www.gov.mb.ca/flu <http://www.gov.mb.ca/flu/>; - Public Health Agency of Canada (PHAC): www.fightflu.ca <http://www.phac-aspc.gc.ca/alert-alerte/h1n1/index-eng.php>; New Course Offering The Department of Native Studies <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/departments/native_studies/> is offering two new graduate courses this year: NATV 7220 - Critical Theories in Native Studies, fall contact Dr. Peter Kulchyski <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/departments/native_studies/people/kulchy…> NATV 7290 - Seminar in Aboriginal Economy, winter contact Dr. Wanda Wuttunee <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/arts/departments/native_studies/people/wuttun…> * 9th ACUNS International Student Conference on Northern Studies and Polar Regions * This October, Yukon College in Whitehorse is pleased to host the 9th ACUNS International Student Conference on Northern Studies and Polar Regions / Communities of/ /Change -- Building an IPY Legacy/ -- in partnership with the Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies (ACUNS). This special event marks several "firsts" for an ACUNS Student Conference. It is the first time the conference will be hosted north of 60 and is the first to highlight an international focus that includes both Polar Regions. /Communities of Change -- Building an IPY Legacy/ will give you -- students and young researchers -- the opportunity to develop professional experience, exchange ideas and connect with established scholars, government partners, northern community stakeholders, national and international contacts. This conference will highlight International Polar Year (IPY) activities and changes to human and other communities as a result of factors such as climate change, increased development and changes in scientific culture. We anticipate that 200 delegates from around the world will attend this important conference. /Communities of Change -- Building an IPY Legacy/ will consist of plenary talks, student presentations, discussion sessions and a dynamic roster of speakers and panelists. For conference details and registration, please visit www.communitiesofchange.ca <http://www.communitiesofchange.ca/> *Canada West Foundation* *The Jim Hume Memorial Student Essay Contest 2009/10* $10,000 in Prize Money! US President Barack Obama, British Prime Minister Gordon Brown and Governor of California Arnold Schwarzenegger have all argued that the economic growth and jobs of tomorrow will be found in a green economy fueled by renewable energy. * What has to be done to ensure that Canada's economy benefits from the transition to a low-carbon world?* * FIRST PRIZE: $5,000* *SECOND PRIZE: $3,000* *THIRD PRIZE: $2,000* The winning essays will be published on the Canada West Foundation website. / Rules and Instructions/ The Canada West Foundation 2009/10 Jim Hume Memorial Student Essay Contest is open to students attending a post-secondary institution in BC, Alberta, Saskatchewan or Manitoba during the fall 2009 or Winter 2010 semester. Proof of student status will be required to receive prize money. The essay should be between 750 and 1,000 words in length. The essay must be submitted to the Canada West Foundation *via EMAIL* no later than *March 15, 2010.* Please send the essay as a standard Microsoft Word file. The author's name, mailing address, email address, phone number, post-secondary institution and field of study must appear at the beginning of the essay. Please include a title for the essay. * Essays should be sent to _roach(a)cwf.ca._ *Please write "Jim Hume Essay Contest" in the subject line. One entry per student, please. Employees of the Canada West Foundation, its Directors, and their immediate families are not eligible for this contest. Past cash prize winners are not eligible for this contest. The three best essays will be chosen by a panel of judges. To ensure that the judging is unbiased, the judges do not see the author's name, address, post-secondary institution or field of study during the judging process. Essays will be judged on both style and content. Judges will look for writing that is clear, articulate and logically organized. Decisions of the judges are final. The essay must be solely the work of the entrant. Plagiarism will result in disqualification. Include standardized citations and a bibliography. The winners will be announced by May 31, 2010. / James Borden (Jim) Hume was an ardent supporter of the Canada West Foundation. He served on the Foundation's Board from 1995 until his death in 2009. He believed that a strong public policy voice from western Canada was of benefit to all Canadians and that a prosperous West had both the opportunity and obligation for constructive national leadership. The Essay Contest is part of The Next West: A Youth Engagement Program in Recognition of Jim Hume. More information can be found at www.cwf.ca <http://www.cwf.ca/V2/main/>./ Useful Information on the FGS website *Awards FAQ* http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/581.htm *Admissions FAQ*: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admissions/140.htm *Admissions Fee Information*: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admissions/582.htm *Registration* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/registration/index.html *Important dates and deadlines* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/deadlines/index.html *Thesis questions: * http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/thesis/250.htm *Graduate Studies Forms* e.g. masters', phd; transfer of credit, etc. http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/forms/index.html *2009-2010 Academic Calendar and other publications* http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/publications/index.html *_Please note that our office does not deal with course fees, the Registrars' office does -- 4th Floor Univ. Ctre, but some information can be found here:_* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/fees/988.htm fgs logo -- Mrs. Enza Pohl Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba R3T 2N2 Telephone 204-474-6827 Fax 204-474-7553 Email: Enza_Pohl(a)umanitoba.ca

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2010-2011 Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) CGS Master's and Doctoral Competitions
by Marcia Labiuk 15 Sep '09

15 Sep '09

Good morning, Please see the attached SSHRC Department Information Package for the upcoming SSHRC competition. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Sincerely, Marcia -- ============================ Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-9836 ============================

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FGS Announcements: 10 September 2009
by Enza Pohl 10 Sep '09

10 Sep '09

To All Awards Contacts: Please distribute as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. Enza To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090910.hmtl <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090910.htm> top banner <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/> The Faculty of Graduate Studies would like to bring the following competition(s) to your attention: Announcements: 10 September 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *VANIER CANADA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* * <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* September 28 Unrestricted D $50,000 per year for up to three years ------------------------------------------------------------------------ New Course Offering DEPARTMENT OF SOCIOLOGY *Issues in Health Care: Deviance, Medicalization, and Social Control* SOC7370 (A01) Winter 2010, 3 credit hours *Time & Place: *Wednesdays from 1:00pm -- 4:00pm; 335 Isbister Building Instructor: Dr. Christopher J. Fries Email: CJ_Fries(a)umanitoba.ca Telephone: 474-7871 (with voice mail) As Foucault has pointed out, the institution of medicine is about much more than providing health care. Medicine is a key apparatus of social control in advanced liberal societies such as Canada. Sociologists have been studying medicalization---the extension of scientific-medical authority into areas of social life including the tendency to view undesirable conduct as --illness? requiring medical intervention---for decades.What are the consequences of medicalization for society and how we understand ourselves? In which ways are the engines of medicalization shifting? How is medicalization part of larger cultural developments in the societies of the West? What role do the --psy? disciplines play in a medicalized framing of the self? These questions and debates, among others, will be examined in this seminar through the detailed and critical consideration of three recent texts concerning the sociological and philosophical consequences of medicalization. _Student Providing Aligned Research and Knowledge (SPARK) Pilot Program <http://www.csps-efpc.gc.ca/dpr/spark-eclair/index-eng.asp>_ It is with great enthusiasm that I am writing to provide you with information on the Canada School of Public Service's _Student Providing Aligned Research and Knowledge (SPARK) Pilot Program <http://www.csps-efpc.gc.ca/dpr/spark-eclair/index-eng.asp>_. SPARK is operated in partnership with the Public Service Commission, as part of their Research Affiliate Program (RAP). Under the program, selected graduate students work from their campus location; are paid for research projects in the field of public administration and public policy; gain knowledge and experience addressing practical, real-life issues; and can potentially be hired into an indeterminate position upon graduation. Students can also receive course credit for their SPARK project if the following requirements are met: * The student is enrolled in a course that is scheduled concurrently with their employment under SPARK; * The research being conducting under SPARK is of applicable subject matter; and * The course professor and the hiring organization are aware of and in agreement with the arrangement. Examples of projects undertaken to date include researching: * Selected Economic Trends in Canada's Economic Regions from 1996 to 2006; and * International experiences in addressing the misuse of alcohol, and addressing the misuse and diversion of pharmaceuticals. We kindly seek your assistance to share this information with all graduate students who might be interested in this opportunity. Students can view and apply for jobs at: http://jobs-emplois.gc.ca/rap-par/index-eng.htm. SPARK opportunities are clearly indentified in the title of the posting under the link "Current opportunities <http://jest-orae.psc-cfp.gc.ca/JEST-ORAE/advsrch.do?cnsrch=1&lang=en&p=10>", and will be made available on an on-going basis -- so it is important for students to check the site regularly. For more information on the program and application process, please consult the SPARK website <http://www.csps-efpc.gc.ca/dpr/spark-eclair/index-eng.asp>. If you have any questions or concerns regarding the program in general, please let us know via spark-eclair(a)csps-efpc.gc.ca <mailto:spark-eclair@csps-efpc.gc.ca>. Useful Information on the FGS website *Awards FAQ* http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/581.htm *Admissions FAQ*: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admissions/140.htm *Admissions Fee Information*: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/admissions/582.htm *Registration* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/registration/index.html *Important dates and deadlines* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/deadlines/index.html *Thesis questions: * http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/thesis/250.htm *Graduate Studies Forms* e.g. masters', phd; transfer of credit, etc. http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/forms/index.html *2009-2010 Academic Calendar and other publications* http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/publications/index.html *_Please note that our office does not deal with course fees, the Registrars' office does -- 4th Floor Univ. Ctre, but some information can be found here:_* http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/fees/988.htm fgs logo -- Mrs. Enza Pohl Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba R3T 2N2 Telephone 204-474-6827 Fax 204-474-7553 Email: Enza_Pohl(a)umanitoba.ca

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2010/2011 NSERC PGS/CGS Competitions
by Marcia Labiuk 04 Sep '09

04 Sep '09

Please see the attached information package for the upcoming NSERC PGS/CGS Competitions. Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Sincerely, Marcia -- ============================ Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-9836 ============================

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[UM GradStudies notice] Aboriginal Data @ Statistics Canada]
by Enza Pohl 01 Sep '09

01 Sep '09

To All Awards Contacts: Please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. Enza *Aboriginal Data @ Statistics Canada*** * * *A free information session on Aboriginal data at Statistics Canada* Statistics Canada is pleased to offer a free information session on the data that are available for First Nations, Metis, and Inuit. Presenters will discuss: · Challenges in producing statistics · Key sources of Aboriginal data · Recent analysis of Aboriginal data · How to access the data Findings will be presented on these topics: · Demographic trends · Family, community, language & culture · Health, housing & well-being · Education, labour & income There will be opportunities to ask questions. Coffee and Tea provided. *SEPTEMBER 16, 2009*** * SCHULTZ ROOM 172 * *ST. JOHNS** COLLEGE*** *3:30 -- 5:00PM*** *PRIOR REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED* *PLEASE CONTACT:* * * *KELSEY @ 983-7218 * *or* *IAN @ 789-3293* * * *Seating is limited and offered on a first-come basis.* -- * Gene Senior * Recruitment, Promotion and Communications Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Manitoba http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/ p (204) 474 6172 f (204) 474 7553 Find out more about our students! Click the image below. UofMore <http://itsmyfuture.ca> /Please consider the environment before printing this e-mail./ This transmission may contain privileged or confidential information. Any unauthorized distribution, copying, disclosure or dissemination of this transmission or taking of any action in reliance on the contents of this transmission is strictly prohibited. If you are not (one of) the intended recipient(s), if you receive this transmission in error or if it is forwarded to you without the express authorization of the original sender, please destroy this transmission and contact us immediately. -- Mrs. Enza Pohl Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba R3T 2N2 Telephone 204-474-6827 Fax 204-474-7553 Email: Enza_Pohl(a)umanitoba.ca

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