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[Plants-grads] Available awards
by Martha Blouw 17 Apr '20

17 Apr '20

DOCTORAL AWARD FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS<http://bit.ly/2tcQj6U> Variable - awards up to a maximum of $10,000 * For PhD students Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: May 15, 2020 More Info<http://bit.ly/2tcQj6U> MASTER'S AWARD FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS<http://bit.ly/2JQCxRI> Variable - awards up to a maximum of $10,000 * For Master's students Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: May 15, 2020 More Info<http://bit.ly/2JQCxRI> PRESIDENT'S GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP FOR FIRST NATIONS, INUIT AND METIS STUDENTS<https://bit.ly/2JhJacW> $16,125 * For PhD students Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: May 15, 2020 More Info<https://bit.ly/2JhJacW>

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[Plants-grads] Registration for Summer 2020
by Martha Blouw 15 Apr '20

15 Apr '20

Hi all, You will all have to register for Summer 2020. Registration begins on April 20. Please register for: Master's Thesis - 1469 - GRAD 7000 - A01<https://aurora.umanitoba.ca/banprod/bwckschd.p_disp_detail_sched?term_in=20…> and Master's Re-registration - 1471 - GRAD 7020 - A01<https://aurora.umanitoba.ca/banprod/bwckschd.p_disp_detail_sched?term_in=20…> OR Doctoral Thesis - 1474 - GRAD 8000 - A01<https://aurora.umanitoba.ca/banprod/bwckschd.p_disp_detail_sched?term_in=20…> and Doctoral Re-registration - 1476 - GRAD 8020 - A01<https://aurora.umanitoba.ca/banprod/bwckschd.p_disp_detail_sched?term_in=20…> You do not have to complete a registration approval form for Summer registration. Thanks and stay well. Martha

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[Plants-grads] KARL IVARSON SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENTS IN SOIL SCIENCE AND RELATED STUDIES (CFFAE)
by Martha Blouw 08 Apr '20

08 Apr '20

KARL IVARSON SCHOLARSHIP FOR STUDENTS IN SOIL SCIENCE AND RELATED STUDIES (CFFAE)<https://bit.ly/39Q5qpn> $2,000 * For Master's & PhD students Research Field(s): Soil Science Deadline: May 27, 2020 Application Details: To provide financial support to students entering second or subsequent years of graduate studies in soil science (agriculture, agro-ecology, resource management, environment, geology or other related disciplines) at a recognized Canadian university. More Info<https://bit.ly/39Q5qpn>

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[Plants-grads] FW: FGS Advisory Regarding Grading - April 7
by Martha Blouw 08 Apr '20

08 Apr '20

From: <members-of-fgs-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca<mailto:members-of-fgs-bounces@lists.umanitoba.ca>> on behalf of Dean of Graduate Studies <deanfgs(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:deanfgs@umanitoba.ca>> Date: Tuesday, April 7, 2020 at 8:39 PM To: Graduate Communications <Graduate.Communications(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Graduate.Communications@umanitoba.ca>> Subject: FGS Advisory Regarding Grading - April 7 [University of Manitoba Faculty of Graduate Studies] On April 1, 2020, Senate Executive approved a proposal to allow undergraduate and graduate students a Pass/Fail grading choice for spanned Fall 2019/Winter 2020 and Winter 2020 courses. In brief, students can “opt to accept the letter grade received (Standard), accept the letter grade received but exclude it from UM GPA calculations (Option 1), or choose to have performance categorized as ‘Pass’ or ‘Fail’ (Option 2).” The manner by which an “option” can be declared has not yet been established. However, for the Faculty of Graduate Studies (FGS), we would require that all such declarations be approved by the Unit’s Graduate Chair/Head/Designate before submission to FGS. It is imperative that detailed, one-on-one discussions with graduate students be conducted if a student is considering either Option 1 or Option 2, as both may have unforeseen impacts on students’ programs. It is important to note that: 1. FGS standards require graduate students to maintain a minimum degree grade point average (DGPA) of 3.0 with no letter grade below “C+” (unless otherwise specified by individual graduate programs supplemental regulations). Opting for a Pass/Fail option may adversely affect a student and their standing in the program. Some guidelines: · If the minimum grade requirement is achieved, retaining the letter grade is necessary for this course to apply towards program/degree requirements. · For courses with letter grades of “C” or “D”: Opting for a “Pass” would still mean that the course does not meet minimum FGS standards and therefore, the course would not apply towards program/degree requirements. · A “Passed” course cannot be repeated to achieve the minimum grade and program requirements; only a “Failed” course can be repeated/substituted. 2. Passed courses may not fulfill letter grade pre- or co-requisite requirements for other courses, preventing students from taking courses that are required by the program of study or otherwise desirable for students in the timely completion of their educational goals. 3. Passed courses may be excluded from consideration for admission to another program within the University or by other Universities. 4. For programs that are professionally accredited, the granting of passing grades to students that would not normally pass under the standard grading scheme may risk the continued accreditation of the program by professional oversight bodies. Such action may also adversely affect the student’s ability to obtain professional licensure in the future. Clearly, these are serious issues that may impact both students and programs in unforeseen ways. While it remains the prerogative of the student to opt for the grading schemes passed by Senate Executive, graduate students are at particular risk of adverse impacts should such options be exercised. A series of FAQs is being developed and will be disseminated as soon as possible. ________________________________ Faculty of Graduate Studies · 500 University Centre · Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/umgradstudies/> · Twitter<http://www.twitter.com/umgradstudies/> · FGS Website<http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/> ________________________________

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[Plants-grads] Ivarson Scholarship
by Soil Science Grad Student Program 06 Apr '20

06 Apr '20

From: Jim Facette <jim(a)cffae.ca> Sent: Saturday, April 4, 2020 12:04 PM Subject: Caution: This message was sent from outside the University of Manitoba. Due to website posting challenges at this time, attached are three documents: 1. Call for Applications 2. Application Form 3. Application Guidelines Note the deadline for application is Wednesday, May 27, 2020. Best Regards and Health,

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[Plants-grads] COVID-19 UM Student Emergency Fund
by Martha Blouw 01 Apr '20

01 Apr '20

Please see http://umanitoba.ca/student/fin_awards/pandemic-relief-fund.html for further information. Stay well, Martha

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[Plants-grads] Indigenous student awards
by Martha Blouw 26 Mar '20

26 Mar '20

DOCTORAL AWARD FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS<http://bit.ly/2tcQj6U> Variable - awards up to a maximum of $10,000 * For PhD students Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: May 15, 2020 More Info<http://bit.ly/2tcQj6U> MASTER'S AWARD FOR INDIGENOUS STUDENTS<http://bit.ly/2JQCxRI> Variable - awards up to a maximum of $10,000 * For Master's students Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: May 15, 2020 More Info<http://bit.ly/2JQCxRI> PRESIDENT'S GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP FOR FIRST NATIONS, INUIT AND METIS STUDENTS<https://bit.ly/2JhJacW> $16,125 * For PhD students Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: May 15, 2020 More Info<https://bit.ly/2JhJacW>

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[Plants-grads] International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) - for tuition
by Martha Blouw 04 Mar '20

04 Mar '20

INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE STUDENT SCHOLARSHIP (IGSS)<http://bit.ly/2CZktzH> $3,000 to $6,000 approx. (subject to change) * For Master's & PhD students Research Field(s): Unrestricted Deadline: May 1, 2020 More Info<http://bit.ly/2CZktzH> The Faculty of Graduate Studies offers scholarships to recognize and reward the excellence of international graduate students pursuing Master's or Ph.D. degrees at the University of Manitoba. The scholarships, valued at up to the international differential tuition fee amount, will be offered to graduate students who: (1) are international students (i.e., those in Canada on study permits); (2) are enrolled full-time in the Faculty of Graduate Studies in either: (a)the second year of a Master's program with a two-year fee structure; (b) the second year of a Ph.D. program with a two-year fee structure; (c) the second or third year of a Ph.D. program with a three-year fee structure. (3) are paying the international student differential tuition fee; (4) have achieved a minimum grade point average of 3.5 based on their last 60 credit hours (or equivalent) of study or last equivalent two full years; (5) show great promise as researchers and as graduate students; (6) are not recipients of external award funding that pays for their tuition. This scholarship may be held with the University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship (UMGF) and other awards offered by the University of Manitoba, but may not be held in conjunction with the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship or the International Graduate Student Bursary. Students may be considered for this scholarship in each year of eligible study. Students who are enrolled in a reregistration year and are paying only continuing fees are not eligible for consideration. Scholarships will first be applied against tuition fees. If you are planning to transfer from a Master's to a PhD program, or to apply for a PhD program next year, you are encouraged to submit an IGSS application before the deadline. Even if you are unsure what you will do, you are encouraged to submit an application. An assessment of your eligibility will be performed when your complete IGSS application is received. International Students who are unsure if they are eligible to apply are encouraged to submit an application. An assessment of eligibility will be performed once your complete application is received.

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[Plants-grads] University of Manitoba Graduate Fellowship (UMGF) Competition
by Martha Blouw 02 Mar '20

02 Mar '20

Hi all, The deadline for the UMGF competition is March 27. Please see attached. Martha

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[Plants-grads] FW: IMPORTANT: Writing Tutor Program
by Martha Blouw 13 Jan '20

13 Jan '20

From: agriculture-gradstudents-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca <agriculture-gradstudents-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca> On Behalf Of Heather Wiebe Sent: Monday, January 13, 2020 2:54 PM To: 'agriculture-gradstudents(a)lists.umanitoba.ca' <agriculture-gradstudents(a)lists.umanitoba.ca> Cc: Graduate Agriculture <AGGRAD(a)umanitoba.ca> Subject: FW: IMPORTANT: Writing Tutor Program [https://umanitoba.ca/faculties/afs/media/images/UM-FAFS-cmyk-right.png] ________________________________ The following is being sent on behalf of Dr. Jitendra Paliwal, Associate Dean (Academic and Graduate Programs). The Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences is partnering with the Academic Learning Centre (ALC) this winter to provide a writing tutor service for FAFS graduate students. The tutor is a graduate student with a strong background in writing at the graduate level and has participated in training offered through the ALC. They have ample experience working one-to-one with students on their writing. The tutor will work in Study Room 232A in the William R. Newman (FAFS) Library on Tuesdays from 2:00-4:00pm and Fridays from 10:00-11:00pm, beginning January 17. You can make a one-hour appointment with the tutor to discuss your writing and receive reader-based feedback on drafts of course papers, research proposals, or chapters in your thesis. Information on how you can make appointments is provided in the attached PDF PowerPoint deck. If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact the ALC at academic_learning(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:academic_learning@umanitoba.ca>. Sincerely, Jitendra Paliwal, Ph.D., P. Eng., FEC Associate Dean (Academic) Associate Dean (Graduate Programs) Professor, Biosystems Engineering Faculty of Agricultural & Food Sciences 248B Agriculture Building University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB, R3T 2N2 http://home.cc.umanitoba.ca/~paliwalj/

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