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FW: Reminder - NSERC PGSD/CGSD Deadline
by Martha Blouw 17 Oct '14

17 Oct '14

From: awards-contacts-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca [mailto:awards-contacts-bounces@lists.umanitoba.ca] On Behalf Of Rowena Krentz Sent: October-17-14 12:40 PM To: Awards Contact (awards-contacts(a)lists.umanitoba.ca) Subject: Reminder - NSERC PGSD/CGSD Deadline Hello everyone, Please be reminded that the deadline for students to submit their NSERC PGSD/CGSD application online is Tuesday, October 21, 2014. Students must have submitted hard copies of their transcripts to our office and given me designation to load the transcripts to their application form. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. Thank you Rowena ________________________________________________ Rowena Krentz | Awards Officer | Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba | Rm 500 University Centre Winnipeg, MB Canada | R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-9836 | Fax: (204) 474-7553 www.umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies<http://www.umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies> Effective September 1, 2013, the university will only use your UofM email account for all communications, including messages from your professors, department, advisors and administrative offices.

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[Plants-grads] Advanced Plant Science Seminar - Thursday, October 23, 2014
by Christy Doyle 17 Oct '14

17 Oct '14

Good Morning, On Thursday, October 23, 2014, the Advanced Plant Science Seminar will be: "Lessons Learned from Genetically Modified Perennial Plants" Presented by: Dr. Doug Cattani Assistant Professor Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba At 3:30 p.m. in the Carolyn Sifton Lecture Theatre, Room 130, Agriculture Building. A Poster is attached. Coffee at 3:00 p.m. in the Atrium Everyone Welcome! Christy Christy Doyle, Reception Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Room 222 - 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-8221

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Winter term teaching assistant positions available
by Martha Blouw 15 Oct '14

15 Oct '14

Please go to https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/job_search.php to review and apply for these positions: Job Title <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/job_search.php?paginate_sort=title_tr…> Location Date Opened <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/job_search.php?paginate_sort=ats_requ…> Division <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/job_search.php?paginate_sort=display_…> Req. # <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/job_search.php?paginate_sort=ats_requ…> Faculty Department Course Number Closing Date <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/job_search.php?paginate_sort=ats_requ…> Action(s) TA/DEMO/TUTOR/SEM LEADER 1 - <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=7963> Fort Garry Campus Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2, CA 10/15/2014 Faculty Of Agri & Food Science CTA1.297 Faculty Of Agri & Food Science Plant Science PLNT 0750 2014-10-30 TA/DEMO/TUTOR/SEM LEADER 1 - <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=7942> Fort Garry Campus Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2, CA 10/15/2014 Faculty Of Agri & Food Science CTA1.295 Faculty Of Agri & Food Science Plant Science PLNT 0760 2014-10-30 TA/DEMO/TUTOR/SEM LEADER 1 - <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=7943> Fort Garry Campus Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2, CA 10/15/2014 Faculty Of Agri & Food Science CTA1.296 Faculty Of Agri & Food Science Plant Science PLNT 0410 2014-10-30 TA/DEMO/TUTOR/SEM LEADER 1 - <https://umanitoba.hua.hrsmart.com/ats/js_job_details.php?reqid=7941> Fort Garry Campus Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2, CA 10/15/2014 Faculty Of Agri & Food Science CTA1.294 Faculty Of Agri & Food Science Plant Science PLNT 2500 2014-10-30

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FW: Graduate Student Weekly - Upcoming award deadlines and this week's top five (October 15 - 21)
by Martha Blouw 15 Oct '14

15 Oct '14

From: awards-contacts-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca [mailto:awards-contacts-bounces@lists.umanitoba.ca] On Behalf Of University of Manitoba Graduate Student Weekly Sent: October-15-14 1:20 PM To: awards-contacts(a)lists.umanitoba.ca Subject: Graduate Student Weekly - Upcoming award deadlines and this week's top five (October 15 - 21) [University of Manitoba] [Student Weekly Graduate Edition] October 15 - 21 [Upcoming Awards] NSERC - POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS. CANADA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP $21,000/year (for two or three years) - For Master's & PhD Students Read more »<http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> Research Field(s): Natural Sciences and Engineering Deadline: October 15, 2014 (Transcripts) SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES RESEARCH COUNCIL DOCTORAL (SSHRC) $20,000 per annum for 12, 24, 36 or 48 months - For PhD Students Read more »<http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> Research Field(s): Social Sciences and Humanities Deadline: November 7, 2014 CANADA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS – MASTER'S (CGSM) $17,500 - For Master's Students Read more »<http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> CGSM Grant Writing Workshop »<https://umanitobagrad.askadmissions.net/Portal/EI/ViewDetails?gid=6235771fc…> Research Field(s): Health, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities Deadline: December 1, 2014 [More Awards]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/deadlines.html>[Awards FAQ]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/funding_faq.html> [Check Out This Week's Top Five] VISIONARY CONVERSATIONS - GIVING THE RED LIGHT THE GREEN LIGHT Would legalizing prostitution change Canada? Now that Canada's prostitution laws have been struck down, what are the implications? Join us for a thought provoking discussion. Read more »<http://umanitoba.ca/admin/vp_external/government_community/visionaryconvers…> Wednesday, October 15, 6:30 pm | Robert B. Shultz Theatre WELCOME DINNER 2014 Open to all students, this event is a dinner and reception to welcome international students to the University of Manitoba and to celebrate the cultural richness of our community and province. Read more »<http://umanitoba.ca/student/ics/welcome-dinner.html> Thursday, October 16, 5:00 pm | Pembina Hall Residence Student Lounge STUDENT HOUSING SURVEY: LET YOUR VOICE BE HEARD! The University of Manitoba is conducting a STUDENT HOUSING MARKET AND DEMAND STUDY for the Fort Garry Campus, and we want your opinion! Future development of housing on the Fort Garry Campus will be influenced by this survey, so we encourage you to complete it let and your voice be heard! Read more »<http://www.housing-survey.com/FortGarry> DEADLINE: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 CAMPUS DISH Exciting changes are happening in the University Centre food court. While renovations are still underway, U of M Dining Services has set up temporary dining options on campus. Read more »<http://campusdish.com/en-US/CA/Manitoba/Locations/> AVAILABLE: OCTOBER 2014 CIS CURLING CHAMPIONSHIPS QUALIFYING BONSPIEL This competitive bonspiel will determine who represents the University of Manitoba at the Canada West Championships in 2015. Read more »<http://bit.ly/1o1Uoou> November 17 - 23, 2014 | Wildwood Club, 761 North Drive [More Events]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/events.html>[More News]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/news/> [Upcoming Awards] BASICS OF CONFLICT RESOLUTION October 16, 2014 | 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> Fort Garry Campus AGGREGATE STATISTICS October 16, 2014 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> Fort Garry Campus INTRODUCTION TO MINDFULNESS October 20, 2014 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> BANNATYNE CAMPUS PUBLIC SPEAKING: HAVING THE WORDS COME OUT RIGHT (**MORE SPACES NOW OPEN) October 20, 2014 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> BANNATYNE CAMPUS INTERNATIONAL STUDENT SUCCESS October 21, 2014 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> FORT GARRY CAMPUS REFWORKS (MEDICAL SCIENCES) October 21, 2014 | 1:00 PM - 2:30 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> BANNATYNE CAMPUS REFWORKS (SOCIAL SCIENCES / HUMANITIES) October 21, 2014 | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> FORT GARRY CAMPUS [More Workshops]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> [Dates and Deadlines] [Coming Up] OCTOBER 22 & 23 Annual Fall Convocation Ceremonies. Read more »<http://umanitoba.ca/convocation/> Fort Garry & Bannatyne Campus OCTOBER 31 Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity at the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy Application Deadline [Send Feedback]<mailto:studentnews@umanitoba.ca> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/umgradstudies> [Twitter]<https://twitter.com/umgradstudies> [Tumblr]<http://umgradstudies.tumblr.com/> [Youtube]<https://www.youtube.com/user/UMGraduateStudies> [Unsubscribe]<mailto:Rebecca.Tataryn@umanitoba.ca>

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PSGSA
by Gabriel Linski 14 Oct '14

14 Oct '14

?Just a reminder the grad student potluck and PSGSA elections are this Friday in room 218 starting at 11:30.

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FW: Candidate Seminar, Plant Science Department Head - October 16, 2014 at 3:30 pm
by Christy Doyle 08 Oct '14

08 Oct '14

From: agriculture-all-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca [mailto:agriculture-all-bounces@lists.umanitoba.ca] On Behalf Of Heather Wiebe Sent: October-08-14 10:04 AM To: agriculture all (agriculture-all(a)lists.umanitoba.ca) Subject: Candidate Seminar, Plant Science Department Head - October 16, 2014 at 3:30 pm [cid:image004.png@01CFC2AA.C1F15040] "The Department of Plant Science: What prospects for a brighter future?" Presented by: Dr. Fouad Daayf, Candidate for the position of Plant Science Department Head Thursday, October 16, 2014 Seminar begins at 3:30 pm Refreshments at 3:00 pm in the atrium Carolyn Sifton Theatre, 130 Agriculture Building All are welcome!

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FW: Graduate Student Weekly - Upcoming award deadlines and this week's top five (October 8 - 14)
by Martha Blouw 08 Oct '14

08 Oct '14

From: awards-contacts-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca [mailto:awards-contacts-bounces@lists.umanitoba.ca] On Behalf Of University of Manitoba Graduate Student Weekly Sent: October-08-14 10:22 AM To: awards-contacts(a)lists.umanitoba.ca Subject: Graduate Student Weekly - Upcoming award deadlines and this week's top five (October 8 - 14) [University of Manitoba] [Student Weekly Graduate Edition] October 8 - 14 [Upcoming Awards] VANIER CANADA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP $50,000/yr up to 3 years - for PhD Students Read more »<http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> Research Field(s): UNRESTRICTED Deadline: October 13, 2014 (EXTENDED) NSERC - POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS. CANADA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP $21,000/year (for two or three years) - For Master's & PhD Students Read more »<http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> Research Field(s): Natural Sciences and Engineering Deadline: October 15, 2014 Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Doctoral (SSHRC) $20,000 per annum for 12, 24, 36 or 48 months - For PhD Students Read more »<http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> Research Field(s): Social Sciences and Humanities Deadline: November 7, 2014 Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships Canadian graduate students to receive scholarships to study or conduct research for periods of three months to one year in a Commonwealth country. Read more »<http://www.aucc.ca/programs-services/international-programs/canadian-queen-…> Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: November 24, 2014 Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master’s (CGSM) $17,500 - For Master's Students Read more »<http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> Research Field(s): Health, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities Deadline: December 1, 2014 [More Awards]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/deadlines.html>[Awards FAQ]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/funding_faq.html> [Check Out This Week's Top Five] ASE Career Fair The ASE Career Fair, hosted by Career Services, UMES, and FASO, is being held October 9th from 3:00-7:00 p.m. on the 2nd floor of University Centre. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to connect with 70 employers and learn about full-time, part-time, co-op and summer positions in the Engineering & Agricultural and Food Sciences Industry. Read more »<http://umanitoba.ca/student/careerservices/> October 9, 2014 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Second Floor University Centre Student Housing Survey: Let Your Voice Be Heard! The University of Manitoba is conducting a STUDENT HOUSING MARKET AND DEMAND STUDY for the Fort Garry Campus, and we want your opinion! Future development of housing on the Fort Garry Campus will be influenced by this survey, so we encourage you to complete it let and your voice be heard! Read more »<http://www.housing-survey.com/FortGarry> DEADLINE: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 Massage Therapy available - direct billing to UMSU insurance The Bison Athletic Therapy Centre has Massage Therapy appointments available now. Direct billing available to UMSU Health Insurance Plan with physician referral. Discounted rates for students! 204-474-6956 Read more »<http://www.bisonactiveliving.ca/therapy> Tuesday, Thursday afternoons, Bison Athletic Therapy Centre 231 Investors Group Athletic Centre Campus Dish Exciting changes are happening in the University Centre food court. While renovations are still underway, U of M Dining Services has set up temporary dining options on campus. Read more »<http://campusdish.com/en-US/CA/Manitoba/Locations/> AVAILABLE: OCTOBER 2014 The December 2014 Schedule of Final Exams is now available! Dates and times have been finalized, and students are encouraged to review the schedule for any conflicts. Students must remain available until all exams and test obligations are complete. Read more »<http://umanitoba.ca/student/records/finals/index.html> [More Events]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/events.html>[More News]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/news/> [Upcoming Awards] Introduction to Mindfulness October 9, 2014 | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Read more/Register »<https://umanitobagrad.askadmissions.net/Portal/EI/ViewDetails?gid=6235771dd…> Fort Garry Campus Disability Studies: Opening Doors and Creating Opportunities October 9, 2014 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM Read more/Register »<https://umanitobagrad.askadmissions.net/Portal/EI/ViewDetails?gid=623577bce…> Fort Garry Campus Social Media - Friend or Unfriend? October 14, 2014 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM Read more/Register »<https://umanitobagrad.askadmissions.net/Portal/EI/ViewDetails?gid=623577818…> Fort Garry Campus Mitacs | FOUNDATIONS OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT I October 22 & 23, 2014 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/mitacs.html> Fort Garry Campus Mitacs | PRACTICE YOUR PRESENTATION SKILLS I October 9, 2014 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Read more/Register »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/mitacs.html> Bannatyne Campus [More Workshops]<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/workshops/schedule.html> [Dates and Deadlines] [Coming Up] October 1 Deadline to declare alternate exam location for Fall 2014 Distance & Online Education Exams. Read more »<http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/coned/de/exams/index.html> Fort Garry & Bannatyne Campus October 13 Thanksgiving Day - University Closed. Fort Garry & Bannatyne Campus October 22 & 23 Annual Fall Convocation Ceremonies. Read more »<http://umanitoba.ca/convocation/> Fort Garry & Bannatyne Campus October 31 Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity at the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy Application Deadline [Send Feedback]<mailto:studentnews@umanitoba.ca> [Facebook]<https://www.facebook.com/umgradstudies> [Twitter]<https://twitter.com/umgradstudies> [Tumblr]<http://umgradstudies.tumblr.com/> [Youtube]<https://www.youtube.com/user/UMGraduateStudies> [Unsubscribe]<mailto:Rebecca.Tataryn@umanitoba.ca>

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Vanier Scholarship Application Deadline Extended to Monday October 13
by Martha Blouw 08 Oct '14

08 Oct '14

The Vanier is a prestigious award that is available to both Canadian and International PhD students studying in any area and provides up to $50,000 of funding for each of three years. Information about the award and the application process may be found on the FGS Awards database (http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/). The application deadline has been extended to Monday October 13, 2014.

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Updated Advanced Plant Science Seminar schedule
by Christy Doyle 07 Oct '14

07 Oct '14

Good Morning, The updated Advanced Plant Science Seminar schedule for the Fall Term is attached. Christy Christy Doyle, Reception Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Room 222 - 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 Phone: 204-474-8221

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PSGSA Potluck and Elections
by Gabriel Linski 06 Oct '14

06 Oct '14

On Friday October 17th we will be having a potluck and the annual PSGSA elections. The potluck will start at 11:30 in room 218 with elections starting at 12:00. If you can't make the elections but would like to run for a position you can send us a self nomination and you will be considered for that position during the elections. To vote however you must be present at the elections. Included is a list of the 9 positions and a brief description of each, if you have questions on the election or on the positions email me. So that being said I hope to see you all there.

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