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[UM GradStudies notice] FGS Announcements: 21 May 2009
by Christal Barkman 21 May '09

21 May '09

To All Awards Contacts: Please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090521.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: 21 May 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *WOMEN'S HEALTH RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF CANADA <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 15 - check with your department Women's Health M, D $3,000 *SHASTRI INDO-CANADIAN INSTITUTE <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 30 unrestricted M, D na *MUNICIPAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 30 municipal government M, D $1,000 *NORM BROMBERGER RESEARCH BURSARY <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 30 co-operatives, credit unions M, D $2,000 *DEAN OF GRADUATE STUDIES STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 30 unrestricted M, D $1,000 cash prize and a certificate that will be presented at the annual FGS Awards Reception *UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA GRADUATE STUDENT TRAVEL AWARDS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* July 2 unrestricted M, D $500 for travel in North America, $750 for international travel, $500 maximum for international students who require a visa to attend an event in a country that does not require Canadian students to hold a visa *GRADUATE STUDENT THESIS RESEARCH AWARD IN THE AREA OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* July 2 Child development M, D $2,000 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ fgs logo -- 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.

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[UM GradStudies notice] FGS Announcements: 14 May 2009
by Christal Barkman 14 May '09

14 May '09

To All Awards Contacts: Please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090514.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: 14 May 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *MONSANTO'S BEACHELL-BORLAUG INTERNATIONAL SCHOLARS PROGRAM <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 31 rice wheat production D unavailable *WOMEN'S HEALTH RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF CANADA <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* Please contact your department for the deadline to submit your application. Women's Health M, D $3,000 *MCCRORIE-WEST FAMILY FELLOWSHIP FOR ALZHEIMER RESEARCH <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Alzheimer Disease D TBD (for 2008-2009 award was valued at $3,000) *MUNICIPAL EDUCATION AND RESEARCH FOUNDATION LOCAL GOVERNMENT RESEARCH PAPER AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 15 municipal administration / management M, D unavailable *DEAN OF GRADUATE STUDIES STUDENT ACHIEVEMENT AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 30 unrestricted M, D $1,000 cash prize and a certificate that will be presented at the annual FGS Awards Reception *UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA GRADUATE STUDENT TRAVEL AWARDS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* July 2 unrestricted M, D $500 for travel in North America, $750 for international travel, $500 maximum for international students who require a visa to attend an event in a country that does not require Canadian students to hold a visa *GRADUATE STUDENT THESIS RESEARCH AWARD IN THE AREA OF CHILD DEVELOPMENT <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* July 2 Child development M, D $2,000 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The African Journal of Biotechnology The African Journal of Biotechnology (an ISI indexed journal; Impact factor 0.456) wish to invite scientists and researchers in all areas of Biotechnology and Molecular Biology to submit their review articles for the *2009* *SPECIAL ANNIVERSARY REVIEW*. The reviews and perspectives should be in the author's area of research or specialization. The articles in the African Journal of Biotechnology (AJB) December Special Review Issues continue to be our most sought after papers. Prospective authors should submit their manuscripts by *31st October, 2009*. *We also welcome the submission of regular articles.* Best regards, *Dr. N. J. Tonukari* Editor, African Journal of Biotechnology E-mail: ajb(a)academicjournals.com <mailto:ajb@academicjournals.com> http://www.academicjournals.org/AJB ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Panel discussion co-hosted by CIHR?s Institute of Gender and Health and CIHR?s Institute of Health Services and Policy Research When: *Wednesday, May 27, 2009 * Doors open at 5:00 p.m. / event starts at 5:30 p.m. Rowell Room, Flavelle House (78 Queen?s Park), University of Toronto Faculty of Law, Toronto (map of venue location: www.law.utoronto.ca/visitors_content.asp?itemPath=5/1/14/1/0&contentId=40&c… <http://www.law.utoronto.ca/visitors_content.asp?itemPath=5/1/14/1/0&content…> <http://www.law.utoronto.ca/visitors_content.asp?itemPath=5/1/14/1/0&content…> <http://www.law.utoronto.ca/visitors_content.asp?itemPath=5/1/14/1/0&content…>) Light refreshments provided The event is free but please RSVP to guarantee a seat: ea-igh(a)exchange.ubc.ca <mailto:ea-igh@exchange.ubc.ca> <mailto:ea-igh@exchange.ubc.ca> Your ability to get healthy and stay that way depends on who you are. Some Canadians are more vulnerable to ill health than others because of determinants like their gender, income, education, race/ethnicity, Aboriginal status, sexual orientation, or where they live. These determinants also shape Canadians? access to primary health care (the provision and coordination of health services that are responsive to community needs). If there?s no one-size-fits-all model, how can we ensure that Canadians have equitable access to primary health care? How can we design a health care system that protects against vulnerability? Please join us for a stimulating discussion with health experts about access to primary health care for vulnerable populations. The expert speakers featured on the panel are: **Dr. Sherry L. Grace**, Scientist, Division of Behavioural Sciences & Health, Toronto General Research Institute **Dr. Stephen W. Hwang**, Associate Professor, Department of Medicine, University of Toronto **Anna Travers**, Director, Rainbow Health Ontario The event is co-moderated by **Dr. Colleen Flood**, Scientific Director, CIHR?s Institute of Health Services and Policy Research, and *Dr. Joy Johnson*, Scientific Director, CIHR?s Institute of Gender and Health. If you have accessibility needs, please contact the organizers and we will do our best to accommodate you. /What is CIHR?/ The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is the Government of Canada?s agency for health research. CIHR?s mission is to create new scientific knowledge and to catalyze its translation into improved health, more effective health services and products, and a strengthened Canadian health-care system. Composed of 13 Institutes, CIHR provides leadership and support to more than 11,000 health researchers and trainees across Canada. www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca <http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca> <http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/> *For more information about this event, please contact: * Sandra Ramezani Communications Officer Institute of Gender and Health <http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/8673.html> Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) University of British Columbia, Room 208, 2259 Lower Mall, Vancouver, BC V6T 1Z4 sramezani(a)exchange.ubc.ca <mailto:sramezani@exchange.ubc.ca> <mailto:sramezani@exchange.ubc.ca> Telephone 604-827-3445 Facsimile 604-822-1622 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ fgs logo -- 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.

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2009-2010 Tricouncil Award Holders Top Up Program
by Marcia Labiuk 08 May '09

08 May '09

Please see the attached memo regarding the Tricouncil Award Holders Top Up Program for the 2009-2010 academic year. 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 May 8, 2009
by Enza Pohl 08 May '09

08 May '09

To All Awards Contacts: Please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090508.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: 08 May 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *WOMEN'S HEALTH RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF CANADA <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* Please contact your department for the deadline to submit your application. Women's Health M, D $3,000 *MCCRORIE-WEST FAMILY FELLOWSHIP FOR ALZHEIMER RESEARCH <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Alzheimer Disease D TBD (for 2008-2009 award was valued at $3,000) *FOREIGN AFFAIRS AND INTERNATIONAL TRADE CANADA & CBIE <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* Please visit the websites listed for full details Unrestricted M, D unavailable ------------------------------------------------------------------------ ACUNS Student Conference: Communities of Change - Building an IPY Legacy Communities of Change - Building an IPY Legacy 9th ACUNS International Student Conference on Northern Studies and Polar Regions *October 2 to 5, 2009* Yukon College - Whitehorse, Yukon, Canada Second Call for Abstracts The Association of Canadian Universities for Northern Studies/Association universitaire canadienne détudes nordiques (ACUNS), in partnership with Yukon College in Whitehorse, is soliciting Abstracts that encompass the following areas: a.. The impact of sustainable development, economic activity and polar law on communities, governance and natural habitats. b.. The use of natural, physical and social sciences to help understand the causes and effects of the changing polar climate. c.. Changes to polar marine and terrestrial communities over the short and long term. d.. Changes in research communities and how research is undertaken in the Polar Regions. The Communities of Change Building an IPY Legacy Conference will highlight research occurring at both poles, including interactions between the cryosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, atmosphere and society. Inter-disciplinary sessions will be arranged based on the number and breadth of Abstracts submitted. Please note the submission deadline has been extended to: May 31, 2009 Financial assistance for travel will be available to students; please check the conference website for details. For guidelines and further information about the Abstract Submission, Poster Submission and the conference in general, please visit: www.communitiesofchange.ca <http://www.communitiesofchange.ca> or contact info(a)communitiesofchange.ca <mailto:info@communitiesofchange.ca> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Canada Graduate Scholarship Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-FSS) As announced by the Government of Canada in Budget 2008, the federal granting agencies will be administering the Canada Graduate Scholarships Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-FSS). The program will be administered by Canada's federal granting agencies - SSHRC, NSERC and CIHR. A total of 250 CGS-FSS awards will be available and divided among the three granting agencies. **Objectives:* * The CGS-FSS program will support high-calibre Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions outside of Canada. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-FSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian universities and affiliated research institutions and universities, or other research institutions outside of Canada. **Value and Duration of Supplements: * * The value of the CGS-FSS is up to $6,000, based on the information and budget justification provided in the application. A defined research study period would normally be three to six months. **Eligibility:* * To be eligible to apply for the CGS-FSS program, applicants must: -be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada; -be registered at an eligible Canadian institution at the time of application; and -hold an active Canada Graduate Scholarship at the Master's or Doctoral level or a Vanier CGS Successful applicants must maintain full-time graduate research studies, and an active CGS or Vanier CGS during the course of their CGS-FSS supplement funded activities in order to remain eligible. Eligible applicants can only take up one CGS-FSS while they hold an active CGS or Vanier CGS and must do so within one year of receiving the appropriate notification of award letter. The Faculty of Graduate Studies internal deadlines are *May 11, 2009 and September 10, 2009.* Students are encouraged to apply for the May competition, as the quota may be filled before the September competition. Complete application forms should be submitted to: Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Please note that you must apply using the appropriate agency application form. Incomplete applications will automatically be considered ineligible. Please see the following link for information on how to apply for the SSHRC CGS Foreign Study Supplement http://sshrc.ca/site/apply-demande/program_descriptions-descriptions_de_pro… Please see the following link for information on how to apply for the NSERC CGS Foreign Study Supplement http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/PG-CS/CGSForeignStudy-BESCE… Please search in CIHR's current funding opportunities for information on how to apply for the **CIHR CGS Foreign Study Supplement** http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/193.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *Call for Abstracts - NCP / AMAP Symposium on Human Health and Arctic Environmental Contaminants* *Second Announcement and Call for Abstracts - NCP / AMAP Symposium on Human Health and Arctic Environmental Contaminants* Second Announcement and Call for Abstracts -- *for Poster Session (young scientists) * NCP / AMAP Symposium on Human Health and Arctic Environmental Contaminants The Frobisher Inn - Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada 10-12 June 2009 *Poster abstract submission deadline*: 22 May 2009 For further information, including information on the agenda, flight group rate, venue and accommodations, please go to http://www.amap.no/conferences/hhsymposium2009/ ----------------------------------------------- The Northern Contaminants Program (NCP) and Arctic Monitoring Assessment Program (AMAP) are hosting a joint symposium in Iqaluit, Nunavut, Canada from 10-12 June 2009. The results of the two assessments on human health effects of environmental contaminants in the Arctic over the past 6 years will be released at this meeting. This symposium will provide a forum for health professionals, Indigenous and local people, senior scientists, policy-makers, and young scientists to contribute to the future directions of the NCP and AMAP. Topics being addressed at the symposium include: - Local indigenous perspectives on Arctic contaminants and health - Diet and human exposure to environmental contaminants - Arctic health and effects of contaminants (e.g., epidemiological, toxicological) - Risk-benefit assessment and communication There will also be a poster session plus participants will be given the opportunity for short oral plenary presentations (5 mins) within the symposium. *Please note that there will be (limited) travel support for young scientists to attend this meeting. Please indicate in your cover e-mail if travel support is needed.* Proposals for the poster session should be submitted in the form of an abstract (max 300 words) by the deadline of 22 May 2009. *There is no registration fee for the symposium. *To submit an abstract, (provisionally) register your interest in attending the symposium, or for further information please contact: Tara Leech -- Health Canada tara_leech(a)hc-sc.gc.ca +1 613.960.1789 (ph) +1 613.948.8485 (fax) For further information, including information on the agenda, flight group rate, venue and accommodations, please go to http://www.amap.no/conferences/hhsymposium2009/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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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Special Call for SSHRC CGSM Business Related Applicants
by Marcia Labiuk 06 May '09

06 May '09

Good morning, The Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council has requested our assistance with a special call for SSHRC CGSM "business related" applications. Please see the attached information package for details. Please note our internal deadline is May 28, 2009. Thank you, Marcia -- ============================ Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-9836 ============================

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[Fwd: FW: SSHRC’s Results for CGS Master’s and Doctoral Awards Competitions - Delays / Résultats des concours BÉSC - Bourses de maîtrise et Bourses de Doctorat- Retard]
by Marcia Labiuk 05 May '09

05 May '09

Please see the following announcement from SSHRC. Thank you, Marcia -------- Original Message -------- Subject: FW: SSHRC’s Results for CGS Master’s and Doctoral Awards Competitions - Delays / Résultats des concours BÉSC - Bourses de maîtrise et Bourses de Doctorat- Retard Date: Fri, 1 May 2009 15:57:25 -0400 From: Krcevinac,Gordana <Gordana.Krcevinac(a)sshrc-crsh.gc.ca> To: CC: Dubreuil,Melissa <Melissa.Dubreuil(a)sshrc-crsh.gc.ca>, Dompierre,Roxanne <Roxanne.Dompierre(a)sshrc-crsh.gc.ca> (Le français suit) I am writing to inform you of short delays in announcing the results of SSHRC’s current competitions for the Joseph-Armand Bombardier Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS) - Master’s program, and the Doctoral Awards program. We expect the results of the former to be posted on SSHRC’s secure site early next week (week of May 4, 2009), with result letters to individual applicants following shortly thereafter. Regarding the Doctoral Awards competition, we are expecting to make results available to you the week of May 11, with individual result letters following as soon as possible afterwards. We sincerely apologize for these delays. Operational demands have temporarily exceeded our capacity to respond. If you have any questions regarding the above or if we can help you in any way to mitigate negative impacts on students as a result of the delays, please do not hesitate to get in touch with the following senior program officers: o for the JAB CGS Master’s program - Roxanne Dompierre at (613) 947-4094 or at Roxanne.Dompierre(a)sshrc-crsh.gc.ca <mailto:Roxanne.Dompierre@sshrc-crsh.gc.ca>; and o for the Doctoral Awards program – Melissa Dubreuil at (613) 992-3133 or at Melissa.Dubreuil(a)sshrc-crsh.gc.ca <mailto:Melissa.Dubreuil@sshrc-crsh.gc.ca>. Sincerely, GORDANA KRCEVINAC Director, Fellowships and Institutional Grants Division, SSHRC _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Je tiens à vous aviser que les résultats du concours des bourses de maîtrise du Programme de bourses d’études supérieures du Canada Joseph‑Armand‑Bombardier et du concours du Programme de bourses de doctorat du CRSH ne seront pas annoncés à la date prévue. En raison d’un léger retard, nous afficherons les résultats du concours des bourses de maîtrise du Programme de bourses d’études supérieures du Canada Joseph‑Armand‑Bombardier dans notre site sécurisé au début de la semaine du 4 mai 2009. Nous posterons ensuite les lettres aux candidats. Dans le cas du Programme de bourses de doctorat du CRSH, nous afficherons les résultats durant la semaine du 11 mai 2009. Les lettres aux candidats suivront également. Je m’excuse sincèrement de ce retard, mais nos exigences opérationnelles ont temporairement dépassé notre capacité. Si vous avez des questions ou si vous avez besoin d’aide pour atténuer l’impact négatif que ce retard pourrait avoir sur les étudiants de votre établissement, n’hésitez pas à communiquer avec l’une des agentes de programme suivantes : o Programme de bourses d’études supérieures du Canada Joseph‑Armand‑Bombardier (bourses de maîtrise) – Roxanne Dompierre (613‑947‑4094; roxanne.dompierre(a)sshrc-crsh.gc.ca <mailto:Roxanne.Dompierre@sshrc-crsh.gc.ca>); o Programme de bourses de doctorat du CRSH – Melissa Dubreuil (613‑992‑3133; melissa.dubreuil(a)sshrc-crsh.gc.ca <mailto:Melissa.Dubreuil@sshrc-crsh.gc.ca>). Je vous prie de croire, Monsieur / Madame, à l’expression de mes meilleurs sentiments. GORDANA KRCEVINAC Directrice, Division des bourses et des subventions institutionnelles, CRSH -- ============================ Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-9836 ============================

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contact information
by Enza Pohl 04 May '09

04 May '09

To All Awards Contacts: Hello: Please find attached a form that we are asking you to fill in and return to our office by September 4, 2009. Thanks. Enza -- 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

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[UM GradStudies notice] FGS Announcements for 01 May 2009
by Christal Barkman 01 May '09

01 May '09

To Awards Contacts: Please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090501.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: 01 May 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *FULBRIGHT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AWARDS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 31 science, technology, engineering D $180,000 USD over three years *MCCRORIE-WEST FAMILY FELLOWSHIP FOR ALZHEIMER RESEARCH <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Alzheimer Disease D TBD (for 2008-2009 award was valued at $3,000) *MANITOBA GAMING CONTROL COMMISSION GRADUATE STUDENTSHIPS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 1 gambling 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 (conditional upon research accomplishments) *WOMEN'S HEALTH RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF CANADA <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 15 Women's Health M, D $3,000 *SIXTH PRAIRIE CONSERVATION AND ENDANGERED SPECIES CONFERENCE FELLOWSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 15 prairie conservation and/or prairie endangered species management M, D available annual income generated from the fund. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Canada Graduate Scholarship Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-FSS) As announced by the Government of Canada in Budget 2008, the federal granting agencies will be administering the Canada Graduate Scholarships Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-FSS). The program will be administered by Canada's federal granting agencies - SSHRC, NSERC and CIHR. A total of 250 CGS-FSS awards will be available and divided among the three granting agencies. **Objectives:* * The CGS-FSS program will support high-calibre Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions outside of Canada. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-FSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian universities and affiliated research institutions and universities, or other research institutions outside of Canada. **Value and Duration of Supplements: * * The value of the CGS-FSS is up to $6,000, based on the information and budget justification provided in the application. A defined research study period would normally be three to six months. **Eligibility:* * To be eligible to apply for the CGS-FSS program, applicants must: -be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada; -be registered at an eligible Canadian institution at the time of application; and -hold an active Canada Graduate Scholarship at the Master's or Doctoral level or a Vanier CGS Successful applicants must maintain full-time graduate research studies, and an active CGS or Vanier CGS during the course of their CGS-FSS supplement funded activities in order to remain eligible. Eligible applicants can only take up one CGS-FSS while they hold an active CGS or Vanier CGS and must do so within one year of receiving the appropriate notification of award letter. The Faculty of Graduate Studies internal deadlines are *May 11, 2009 and September 10, 2009.* Students are encouraged to apply for the May competition, as the quota may be filled before the September competition. Complete application forms should be submitted to: Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Please note that you must apply using the appropriate agency application form. Incomplete applications will automatically be considered ineligible. Please see the following link for information on how to apply for the SSHRC CGS Foreign Study Supplement http://sshrc.ca/site/apply-demande/program_descriptions-descriptions_de_pro… Please see the following link for information on how to apply for the NSERC CGS Foreign Study Supplement http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/PG-CS/CGSForeignStudy-BESCE… Please search in CIHR's current funding opportunities for information on how to apply for the **CIHR CGS Foreign Study Supplement** http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/193.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------ fgs logo -- 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.

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FGS Announcements for 24 April 2009
by Enza Pohl 27 Apr '09

27 Apr '09

To Awards Contact: Please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090427.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: 24 April 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *WOMEN'S HEALTH RESEARCH FOUNDATION OF CANADA <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* Please contact your department for the deadline to submit your application Women's Health M, D $3,000 *MCCRORIE-WEST FAMILY FELLOWSHIP FOR ALZHEIMER RESEARCH <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Alzheimer Disease D TBD (for 2008-2009 award was valued at $3,000) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Canada Graduate Scholarship Foreign Study Supplement (CGS-FSS) As announced by the Government of Canada in Budget 2008, the federal granting agencies will be administering the Canada Graduate Scholarships Foreign Study Supplements (CGS-FSS). The program will be administered by Canada's federal granting agencies - SSHRC, NSERC and CIHR. A total of 250 CGS-FSS awards will be available and divided among the three granting agencies. **Objectives:* * The CGS-FSS program will support high-calibre Canadian graduate students in building global linkages and international networks through the pursuit of exceptional research experiences at research institutions outside of Canada. By accessing international scientific research and training, CGS-FSS recipients will contribute to strengthening the potential for collaboration between Canadian universities and affiliated research institutions and universities, or other research institutions outside of Canada. **Value and Duration of Supplements: * * The value of the CGS-FSS is up to $6,000, based on the information and budget justification provided in the application. A defined research study period would normally be three to six months. **Eligibility:* * To be eligible to apply for the CGS-FSS program, applicants must: -be Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada; -be registered at an eligible Canadian institution at the time of application; and -hold an active Canada Graduate Scholarship at the Master's or Doctoral level or a Vanier CGS Successful applicants must maintain full-time graduate research studies, and an active CGS or Vanier CGS during the course of their CGS-FSS supplement funded activities in order to remain eligible. Eligible applicants can only take up one CGS-FSS while they hold an active CGS or Vanier CGS and must do so within one year of receiving the appropriate notification of award letter. The Faculty of Graduate Studies internal deadlines are *May 11, 2009 and September 10, 2009.* Students are encouraged to apply for the May competition, as the quota may be filled before the September competition. Complete application forms should be submitted to: Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Please note that you must apply using the appropriate agency application form. Incomplete applications will automatically be considered ineligible. Please see the following link for information on how to apply for the SSHRC CGS Foreign Study Supplement http://sshrc.ca/site/apply-demande/program_descriptions-descriptions_de_pro… Please see the following link for information on how to apply for the NSERC CGS Foreign Study Supplement http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/PG-CS/CGSForeignStudy-BESCE… Please search in CIHR's current funding opportunities for information on how to apply for the **CIHR CGS Foreign Study Supplement** http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/193.html ------------------------------------------------------------------------ India Studies Fellowships 2010-2011 The Shastri Institute is happy to announce that the competition for India Studies Fellowships for the 2010-2011 academic year is now open. The application deadline is set for June 30, 2009. Attached is an e-poster with some more information. Please disseminate it widely. All the forms and guidelines are available on our website: http://www.sici.org/programmes/for-canadians/india-studies-fellowships-2010… For continual updates on program and award information, be sure to sign up for our monthly electronic newsletter at: sarah.hawkins(a)ucalgary.ca <mailto:sarah.hawkins@ucalgary.ca>) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Summer Session Registration * Summer registration opens at 8:30 am on Monday March 23. An equal number of seats is added to each section each day. Students have been assigned a registration day base on student number. Time tickets begin at 8:30 each day. * Refund Dates -- due to a large number of requests for changes to the refund table, section comments for refunds will be added to the sections in early April. * Lab Fees - All lab fees have been added to appropriate sections. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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

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[UM GradStudies notice] FGS Announcements for 17 April 2009]
by Christal Barkman 21 Apr '09

21 Apr '09

To All Awards Contacts, please circulate as required. This message was sent to graduate students. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090417.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: 17 April 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *FULBRIGHT SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY AWARDS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 1 science, technology, engineering D $180,000 USD over three years *EVEYLN SHAPIRO AWARD FOR HEALTH SERVICES RESEARCH <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Health services research M, D $5,000 *JAMES GORDON FLETCHER PHD FELLOWSHIP IN FUNCTIONAL FOODS AND NUTRACEUTICALS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Agriculture Home Economics/Human Ecology D TBA *MCCRORIE-WEST FAMILY FELLOWSHIP FOR ALZHEIMER RESEARCH <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Alzheimer Disease D TBD (for 2008-2009 award was valued at $3,000) *ABORIGINAL ISSUES PRESS SCHOLARSHIPS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 29 Aboriginal Business Education Environmental Studies Medical Health Sciences Social Sciences and Humanities Social Work M, D Value to be determined by the committee *FOUNDATION FOR REGISTERED NURSES OF MANITOBA INC SCHOLARSHIP AND AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 1 Health related field M, D TBD (For 2008-09 two Scholarships were valued at $4,500 each. Three Awards were valued at $2,250 each). *PAWAN K. SINGAL GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP IN CARDIOVASCULAR SCIENCES <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* June 1 cardiovascular sciences M, D approx. $5,000 Number and value to be determined by the selection committee. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Summer Session Registration * Summer registration opens at 8:30 am on Monday March 23. An equal number of seats is added to each section each day. Students have been assigned a registration day base on student number. Time tickets begin at 8:30 each day. * Refund Dates -- due to a large number of requests for changes to the refund table, section comments for refunds will be added to the sections in early April. * Lab Fees - All lab fees have been added to appropriate sections. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ fgs logo -- Christal Barkman Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 ph: (204) 474.6827 fax: (204) 474.7553 email: barkman(a)cc.umanitoba.ca

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[UM GradStudies notice] FGS Announcements for 09 April 2009
by Christal Barkman 14 Apr '09

14 Apr '09

To All Awards Contacts, please circulate as required. This message was sent to graduate students. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090409.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: 09 April 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *MCCRORIE-WEST FAMILY FELLOWSHIP FOR ALZHEIMER RESEARCH <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Alzheimer Disease D TBD (for 2008-2009 award was valued at $3,000) *CANADA MORTGAGE AND HOUSING CORPORATION <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 8 advancement of housing in Canada, social, economic, design or technical aspects of housing M, D $10,000 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Summer Session Registration * Summer registration opens at 8:30 am on Monday March 23. An equal number of seats is added to each section each day. Students have been assigned a registration day base on student number. Time tickets begin at 8:30 each day. * Refund Dates -- due to a large number of requests for changes to the refund table, section comments for refunds will be added to the sections in early April. * Lab Fees - All lab fees have been added to appropriate sections. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ NSERC's Innovation Challenge Awards Dear Student, Does your engineering or science research thesis have the potential to turn into a commercial product or process that might benefit Canadians? If so, you might qualify to win one of NSERC's Innovation Challenge Awards <http://www.nserc.gc.ca/award_e.asp?nav=ica&lbi=about> <http://www.nserc.gc.ca/award_e.asp?nav=ica&lbi=about>. In three years, two U of M graduates have received $1,000 each for their exciting research on "fabricating a micro-machined magnetic field sensor" and on "developing an ecologically friendly technology for wastewater treatment." There are three awards: one *$10,000* main prize and two *$5,000* runner-up prizes as well as *$1,000* for honourable mentions. For more detailed information, check out www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Prizes-Prix/Ica-Pdi/About-Apropos_eng.asp <http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Prizes-Prix/Ica-Pdi/About-Apropos_eng.asp> <http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Prizes-Prix/Ica-Pdi/About-Apropos_eng.asp>. *The scoop: *- are you working on a Master's or Ph.D. in science, engineering or computer sciences? - does your research thesis have the potential to turn into a commercial product, process or service that will benefit Canadians? - will you be submitting or expect to submit your thesis between May 1, 2008 and May 14, 2009? - are you a Canadian citizen or permanent resident in Canada? If you answered YES to all of these questions and are interested in applying then please read on! 1) First please speak to your supervisor to find out if he/she would be willing to support you in the application process -- he/she will have to write a letter of support for you. 2) Put together an up-to-date resume that provides information on your contributions to publications (including patents) and collaborative research activities. 3) Write a one page proposal that clearly explains how your research results produced during the pursuit of your master's or Ph.D. degree that could be translated into a commercial product or service. 4) By Friday *April 17, 2009*, email Meridel Smith, Research Awards Administrator at smithm0(a)cc.umanitoba.ca <mailto:smithm0@cc.umanitoba.ca> <mailto:smithm0@cc.umanitoba.ca> with your resume and proposal along with the name and contact information of your supervisor. Since the University is only able to submit **TWO** applications, we will then get back to you by *April 27** *to let you know if you have been short listed to apply. At any time in this process, please feel free to contact Meridel at 474-8697 should you have any questions or if you would like some help with your application. Remember, this is an exciting opportunity to showcase and be rewarded for your hard work! Spaces are limited so get your applications in early! We look forward to reading about your exciting research and potential commercial products / services! Meridel Smith (Acting) Research Awards Administrator Phone: 474-8697 Fax: 261-0325 University of Manitoba 540 Machray Hall Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 www.umanitoba.ca <http://www.umanitoba.ca> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Sixth International Conference on Remote Engineering and Virtual Instrumentation (REV 2009) University of Bridgeport http://www.rev2009bridgeport.org June 22-25, 2009 --------------------------------------------------------------------- *CONFERENCE OVERVIEW * --------------------------------------------------------------------- The Sixth International Conference on Remote Engineering and Virtual Instrumentation (REV 2009) will be held on June 22-25, 2009 at the University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, Connecticut, U.S.A. REV 2009 is the sixth in a series of annual events addressing the area of remote engineering and virtual instrumentation. Previous editions of REV were organized in the form of an international symposium, and evolved in 2007 to be the annual conference of the International Association of Online Engineering. The general objective of this conference is to discuss fundamentals, applications and experiences within the field of online engineering, both in industry and academia. REV 2009 offers an exciting technical program as well as academic networking opportunities during the social events. * Scope of the conference: * Remote Engineering and Virtual Instrumentation are emerging trends in engineering and science. Due to: o The increasing complexity of engineering tasks o The availability of specialized and expensive equipment as well as software tools and simulators o The need for highly qualified staff to control equipment o The demands of globalization The general objective of this conference is to discuss fundamentals, applications and experiences in the field of remote engineering and virtual instrumentation. It is becoming increasingly necessary to allow the shared use of equipment and specialized software. The use of virtual and remote laboratories is one of the future directions for advanced teleworking, remote services, collaborative research and e-working environments. Another objective of the conference is to discuss guidelines for education in university level courses. The organizers encourage industry personnel to present their experiences and applications of remote engineering and virtual instruments. This conference will be organized by the School of Engineering at the University of Bridgeport. *Topics of interest include (but are not limited to): * o Virtual and remote laboratories o Remote process visualization and virtual Instrumentation o Remote control and measurement technologies o Online engineering o Networking and grid technologies o Mixed Reality environments for education and training o Demands in education and training, e-learning, b-learning, m-learning and ODL o Teleservice and telediagnosis o Telerobotics and telepresence o Support of collaborative work in virtual engineering environments o Teleworking environments o Telecommunities and their social impact o Present and future trends including social and educational aspects o Human computer interfaces, usability, reusability,accessibility o Applications and experiences o Standards and standardization proposals o Innovative organizational and educational concepts for remote engineering The REV 2009 Conference is soliciting manuscripts which address the various challenges and paradigms in this technological world through research and instructional programs in Remote Engineering and Virtual Instrumentation. Suggested conference session topics are listed above. Other innovations in course and laboratory experiences are also most welcome for submission. To submit your paper abstract, please visit the conference website at http://www.rev2009bridgeport.org If you are interested in submitting a special paper session, panel, tutorial, or workshop proposal, the contact information are also available at the conference website at http://www.rev2009bridgeport.org If your company or institution would like to exhibit at, or co-sponsor, the conference, the sponsorship and exhibit forms are also available at the conference website. *Paper and other Proposal Submissions * ====================================== Prospective authors are invited to submit their abstracts online in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format through the website of the conference at http://www.rev2009bridgeport.org. Proposals for special sessions, tutorials, panels, workshops, co-sponsorship and exhibitions are also welcome. Please check the conference website regarding instructions for these proposal submissions. *Important Dates =============== Abstracts due 21st April, 2009 Acceptance notification 8th May, 2009 Final manuscript & Registration due 29th May, 2009* ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Student Looking for Aid in Thesis Research I'm a student at the University of Leipzig (Germany) and chose to write my Master's thesis on the subject of English-French bilingualism in Canada. My goal is to give a general overview of Canadian bilingualism "in theory and practice", so I'm taking a look at a great variety of topics, including language laws & history, education, and also practical aspects like traffic signs and packaging from all over Canada. Unfortunately, I cannot be in Canada while I'm writing my thesis, so I'm hoping to get as much help as possible from people currently living there. They would only have to answer a few simple questions that can be found here: http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=61804473351 (in English) http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=51121632435 (in French) Thank you very much in advance for your help! Kind regards, Karina Nestler fgs logo -- 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. -- Christal Barkman Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 ph: (204) 474.6827 fax: (204) 474.7553 email: barkman(a)cc.umanitoba.ca

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[UM GradStudies notice] FGS Announcements for 03 April 2009
by Christal Barkman 06 Apr '09

06 Apr '09

Good afternoon, This notice was sent to all graduate students. Please feel free to post and/or distribute as you see fit. Christal ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090403.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: 03 April 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *GLOSSA POLISH LANGUAGE SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 30** Polish language study M, D na *CANADIAN SOCIETY FOR CIVIL ENGINEERING <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 30 Civil Engineering M $1,000 *UNESCO-L'ORÉAL FOR WOMEN IN SCIENCE INTERNATIONAL FELLOWSHIPS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 30 biology, biochemistry, biotechnology, agriculture, medicine, pharmacy, physiology M, D $40,000 USD tenable for two academic years ($20,000 USD for each year) *ALUMNI ASSOCIATION <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 30 travel, unrestricted M, D na *MANITOBA ROUND TABLE FOR SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT SCHOLARSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 1 sustainable development M, D $6,000 *MCCRORIE-WEST FAMILY FELLOWSHIP FOR ALZHEIMER RESEARCH <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* May 15 Alzheimer Disease M, D TBD (for 2008-2009 award was valued at $3,000) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Students Becoming Teachers *For all Graduate Students * *Wednesday, May 6, 2009 * *8:45am --- 4:30pm * *Room 118, St. John's College Fort Garry Campus* *Registration available online* <http://myuminfo.umanitoba.ca/index.asp?sec=1725&too=600&eve=29&fid=1315> Students becoming Teachers UTS, in collaboration with the Faculty of Graduate Studies, is hosting a one day event designed to facilitate the development of your academic teaching skills. All graduate students are invited. Topics included are: preparing to teach, engaging students in learning, cross-cultural communication in the classroom, principles of evaluation and effective management of incivility. Lunch will be provided. Fort Garry Campus Students enrolled in CHET may receive up to 6 workshop hours toward their requirements in the program. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ U OF M GRAD STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED For the 2009 Canada-Wide Science Fair *What is the Canada-Wide Science Fair?* The Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF), run by the Youth Science Foundation since 1962, is an annual science competition for students in grades 7-12. Each year the location of CWSF rotates among the science fair regions of Canada. CWSF 2009 has been awarded to Manitoba and will be held right here at the University of Manitoba May 9 to 17, 2009. *How many people participate in the fair?* 450 students compete every year at the fair. Another 200 adult delegates attend to chaperone the students. Over 350 judges and volunteers are needed to help the fair run smoothly. *When is it?* The fair officially starts on Saturday May 9, 2009 and runs until Sunday May 17, 2009. Volunteers will also be needed both before and after the event. *Where is it?* CWSF 2009 will be hosted at the University of Manitoba. However some events will take place at locations throughout Winnipeg and Southern Manitoba. *What types of jobs are there?* There are a wide variety of jobs that need to be filled that require an array of skill sets. Committees that need volunteers include Accommodations, Registrations, Social Events, and Tours. We specifically need grad students for project safety checks and to help address student concerns during judging. *How do I sign-up?* Registering to volunteer is easy. Provide your name and email address to the volunteer coordinator Alastair Komus at volunteers(a)cwsf2009.ca <mailto:volunteers@cwsf2009.ca>. Early in 2009 you will receive an email with a user name and password to register on the Youth Science Foundation website. Canada-Wide Science Fair | Expo-science Pancanadienne cwsf2009(a)msss.mb.ca <mailto:cwsf2009@msss.mb.ca> - www.cwsf2009.ca <http://www.cwsf2009.ca> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Invite an international student to Canada on a study or research exchange The Government of Canada is seeking applications from Canadian publicly funded institutions for the 2009 Students' Exchange Program. This program provides international students with research or study scholarships for four to six months. *GSEP* --- Graduate Student Exchange Program For graduate-level international students to undertake research at a public Canadian university or affiliated research institute. DURATION: 4 months 5 or 6 months VALUE: $7500 $10,000 *CUSEP* --- College and Undergraduate Student Exchange Program For international students at the college and undergraduate level to undertake study at Canadian public universities or colleges. *DURATION*: 4 months *VALUE*: $7,500 *Deadline: May 22, 2009 * Information and online application is available at: www.scholarships.gc.ca. If you have questions, please contact:scholarships-bourses@cbie.ca <mailto:scholarships-bourses@cbie.ca>. Canadian institution must apply on behalf of the student. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Summer Session Registration * Summer registration opens at 8:30 am on Monday March 23. An equal number of seats is added to each section each day. Students have been assigned a registration day base on student number. Time tickets begin at 8:30 each day. * Refund Dates -- due to a large number of requests for changes to the refund table, section comments for refunds will be added to the sections in early April. * Lab Fees - All lab fees have been added to appropriate sections. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Teaching Opportunity with the Princeton Review The Princeton Review is looking for highly skilled and highly motivated individuals to teach the biology component of our MCAT course. Teaching for The Princeton Review is fun and rewarding. You can take pride in knowing that you will really make a difference in your students' scores and future educational goals. * THE POSITION -- MCAT INSTRUCTOR* . Join our team and teach general chemistry, organic chemistry, biology or physics . A typical time commitment is 3 hours per week for one course . MCAT instructors start at $23/hour. . Training is provided . Compensation for prep time What does it take to be a Princeton Review instructor? Prior teaching experience is a plus, but not a requirement. It is more important that you meet a certain set of qualifications. You should be able to: . communicate our techniques in a clear, engaging, and interactive manner . be comfortable in front of a group . be organized, reliable, and a team player . have a clear understanding of how to succeed on standardized tests How do you become a Princeton Review instructor? 1. Please apply with a resume and cover letter to Infovancouver(a)review.com . Indicate the scores you have achieved if you have written the official exam. 2. If you are unable to provide an official score report, you will be expected to write a content test to determine your ease and aptitude with the subjects and the way in which they are tested on the exam. 3. Qualified candidates will be invited to a phone interview. 4. From these interviews, we select candidates to participate in our training program. Candidates are hired after successful completion of the training program. *TRAINING* . Training is provided; candidates are compensated a flat rate for their training time. . Training is an interactive and evaluative process, in which you both learn our techniques and present them. During training, you are evaluated by a Princeton Review Master Trainer. Only trainees who are certified by the trainer are eligible to teach for The Princeton Review. *Applying* . Please apply with resume cover letter to infovancouver(a)review.com <mailto:infovancouver@review.com> . Please indicate the test type(s) you are applying for . If you have any questions before applying, you can email us at infovancouver(a)review.com and we will be glad to give you more information. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Fourth Session Of The International Congress Geo Tunisia 2009 The Tunisian Association of Digital Geographic Information <http://www.atign.org.tn/> and in cooperation with an important number of universities, organizations, companies and institutions concerned with geographic information systems and spaces sciences, organizes : The Fourth Session Of The International Congress Geo Tunisia 2009 "Survey of the hydraulic resources and of desertification by using the geographic information systems, remote detection and numeric designing " *On 16/20 December 2009 in Tunis* The invitation is addressed to the various researchers, the academicians, the institutions, the research centres, the private and public enterprises to participate in the different manifestations of the Congress in which shall presented work papers, surveys, experimental researches and workshops in addition to the geo-technological exhibition held at this occasion under the sponsorship of well known international institutions that are active in the geographic information systems and remote detection, and its various applications in the hydraulic resources and desertification. * For more information you can visit our web site <http://www.geotunis.org/>* *For the major scientific themes of the congress <http://www.geotunis.org/index_en.php?id=16>* *To participate in the geo tehnology exhibition you can visit the following link <http://www.geotunis.org/index_en.php?id=5>* ------------------------------------------------------------------------ GradShare, graduate student information resource GradShare is an online graduate student community where students can share their experiences and ask for advice, with the aim to help each other succeed. Students can use GradShare to ask questions and get answers about anything affecting their graduate studies. They can even post research questions or ask what tools others are using to complete their projects. No question is too big or too small. GradShare (www.gradshare.com <http://www.gradshare.com>) website creates a national forum where graduate students can share their challenges to both get advice from peers and to find solutions offered by their graduate school or library. This free online student community allows graduate students to expand their academic support network by tapping the knowledge of other students, subject experts, and professors from across the country. The /Get Answers /section contains user-generated content that allows peer mentoring, including sharing questions, answers, and bookmarks. Visitors can browse for answers to their questions by academic field and topic area. The /Expert Advice/ section provides explanations and insights relating to graduate studies from experienced faculty members and administrators. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *The FUTURE CITIES FORUM CONFERENCE* *The FUTURE CITIES FORUM CONFERENCE <http://www.bids.cz/en/konference/future_cities_forum/76> - *an international conference on the regeneration of towns and cities. The *Future Cities Forum* is a network for urban renewal in Central and Eastern Europe, with links to the international urban community. Based in Prague, the Forum allows specialists in metropolitan development to exchange ideas and expertise. The *Future Cities * *Forum* *Conference* is the launch event for the network. What are the new trends in urban thinking? With presentations from cities around the world, and from the commercial and public sectors, the conference will cover: * Economic and social urban regeneration. /In the present global financial crisis, how can we afford to regenerate our towns and cities?/ * The function and appearance of future cities. /What will cities look like?/ * Intelligent cities and buildings./ How will technology transform services?/ * The future of energy. /How will technology meet the threat of global warming/? * Communication and transportation. /How will people be connected to each other and to their surroundings? / * Culture and Creativity. /How can we use culture and creativity to regenerate urban areas?/ What are the innovations? What are the challenges? You will hear from planners, architects, service providers and other experts in the development and regeneration of urban areas. The *Future Cities Forum Conference* is being held as part of the Urbis Invest Exhibition <http://www.bvv.cz/urbisinvest-gb>, a major event for attracting investment to cities, on 22 and 23 April in Brno in the Czech Republic. Now in its fourth year, this exciting Exhibition attracts over *100,000* visitors and this year those numbers are expected to soar, as it is a highlight in the calendar of events of the Czech Presidency of the European Union. Delegates at the conference represent municipalities, local government, regional authorities, private companies, local communities, international organisations, planning bodies and academic institutions. *We invite you to represent your city as a delegate at the Forum. * * *If you are interested in being involved in this unique opportunity, please contact us <mailto:%20michal@futurecitiesforum.com> so that we can send you further information. You can also visit the event website <http://www.bids.cz/en/konference/future_cities_forum/76> to see the programme <http://www.bids.cz/en/konference/future_cities_forum/76/program>and register on-line <http://www.bids.cz/en/konference/future_cities_forum/76/online_registration>. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ fgs logo

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[UM GradStudies notice] Deadline is this Friday: KAVANAGH-LAVERENDRYE GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP
by Christal Barkman 31 Mar '09

31 Mar '09

Sorry for the late notice. The deadline for this award is this Friday, April 3. The info was sent out to Graduate Students today. Christal ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *KAVANAGH-LAVERENDRYE GRADUATE FELLOWSHIP* * Research Fields* historical studies (see eligibility for other fields) *Categories* Social Sciences and Humanities *Citizenship* Unrestricted *Eligibility* The Martin Kavanagh-Pierre Gaultier LaVerendrye Fellowship at St. Paul's College was established in 1987 by Mr. Martin Kavanagh to continue study and research into the life, times, and influence of LaVerendrye, the great explorer of the Canadian West. Mr. Kavanagh believed that LaVerendrye deserves a greater place in the history of Western Canada than is sometimes acknowledged. He spent much of his time and efforts researching and writing about LaVerendrye, his colleagues, and his times. In the coming year the Kavanagh-LaVerendrye Fellowship will provide $3,000 for work on the life and times of LaVerendrye. It is not restricted to historical studies, but may include historical geography, demographics, economics, political studies, anthropology, linguistics, the Church in Western Canada, music, Native Peoples and languages, cultural studies, and any other disciplines that might advance the objectives of the fellowship. *Value* $3,000 *Currency* Canadian * Tenable at* University of Manitoba * Deadlines* April 3 * Application Details* Applications from students pursuing research into the origins of the relationship between New France and Western Canada are especially encouraged. The Fellowship is renewable to a maximum of four years. The winner of the award is chosen by a selection committee with membership from Mr. Kavanagh's family and St. Paul's College. Candidates must submit: - a letter of intent - a C.V. - relevant transcripts - a research proposal - two letters of academic reference For further information, please contact: Dr. Christine A. Butterill Dean of Studies, St. Paul's College 70 Dysart Road Winnipeg MB R3T 2M6 Phone: 474-8577 Email: Butteri(a)cc.umanitoba.ca <mailto:Butteri@cc.umanitoba.ca> /Last updated: March 31, 2009/ -- 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. -- Christal Barkman Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 ph: (204) 474.6827 fax: (204) 474.7553 email: barkman(a)cc.umanitoba.ca

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FGS Announcements March 17, 2009
by Enza Pohl 18 Mar '09

18 Mar '09

To All Awards Contact, please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090317.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: 17 March 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *MAURO, ARTHUR V. SENIOR STUDENT AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* deadline EXTENDED to *March 25* Unrestricted M, D $1,000 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 4th Annual Scholarly Book Fair The University of Manitoba Press and the Association of Manitoba Book Publishers invites you to attend our: 4th Annual Scholarly Book Fair Wednesday, *March 18 from 10 am to 3 pm*. The fair is conveniently located in the main hall between Elizabeth Dafoe and Fletcher Argue. Publishers will be on hand with new books suitable for course use. Please see our nifty flyer (attached) for more information. I look forward to seeing you there! Cheryl Miki University of Manitoba Press ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The annual EU Visitor's programme (EUVP) is now accepting applications The European Union Visitors Programme (EUVP) enables young leaders from countries outside the European Union to obtain first-hand impressions of the European Union's policies, Institutions and achievements and to increase mutual understanding between professionals from non-EU countries and their EU counterparts. Travel and hotel costs for the round trip are covered by the EUVP. As well, a per diem is paid to each participant to cover meals and incidentals. The EUVP is jointly supported and administered by the European Parliament and the European Commission. It has been in operation since 1974. A EUVP visit consists of an individual five- to eight-day programme of meetings with EU officials at the EU institutions in Brussels, Strasbourg and /or Luxembourg. All programmes are coordinated and arranged by the EUVP Secretariat in Brussels. Each visit is custom tailored to the wishes of each participant and takes place during the following year. For details of this programme and application rules, please visit : http://www.delcan.ec.europa.eu/en/press_and_information/announcements/2009/… *Deadline for applications is March 31.* ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *The Manitoba Health Research Poster Competition* The Manitoba Health Research Poster Competition (June 2) for graduate students is a great venue for students from across the health spectrum (Animal Science to zoologists... as broad as the CIHR mandate) to gain practice in presentation, receive feedback from experienced judges (awards of excellence are also available), and network with students from across the breadth of health research, both here and nationally. The opportunities for networking are broad, from social events (June 3) such as the dinner cruise and tours... the broad-spectrum symposium on Molecular Imaging (June 4) and meeting with CIHR leadership (June 3). And it¹s all free for participants, so I'd encourage you consider this opportunityand to pass the message along to your colleagues. For more information please see: www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/research_days <http://www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/research_days> *Application Deadline: April 1, 2009 * *Abstract Deadline: April 1, 2009 * Ed Kroeger, PhD Coordinator, CSHRF Asst. Dean (Graduate Studies) Faculty of Medicine University of Manitoba Tel: (204) 789-3777 Fax: (204) 789-3942 E-mail: ekroeger(a)cc.umanitoba.ca <mailto:ekroeger@cc.umanitoba.ca> Www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/research_days <http://Www.umanitoba.ca/medicine/research_days> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *Association of Graduate Liberal Studies Programs Annual Conference*: Imagination in an Age of Instant Information *Association of Graduate Liberal Studies Programs Annual Conference <http://www.aglsp.org/>* *October 22-24, 2009 * Disney's Coronado Springs Resort Walt Disney World® Lake Buena Vista, FL Hosted by Master of Liberal Studies Program, Rollins College <http://www.rollins.edu/holt/liberalstudies/> Special Keynote Speaker: Billy Collins <http://www.barclayagency.com/collins.html> What role does imagination play in an age when information on almost every topic is available instantaneously? Why do students need to learn to analyze a poem, a novel, or a piece of art when the works of scholars and specislists are so easily accessible? Can instant information actually discourage students from using imagination and creativity to address important issues? How can we help students understand that the world's great ideas, discoveries, and artistic innovations came from men and women with imagination, a passion for knowledge, and a need for self-expression? Keynote speaker Billy Collins, US poet laureate 2001-2003, will stimulate the discussion as we explore how we keep imagination and creativity at the center of our Graduate Liberal Studies programs. He will speak at the Friday night banquet at the Living Seas Pavilion, Epcot. *Contact us at/ info(a)aglsp.org <mailto:info@aglsp.org>/ or 919.684.1987* ------------------------------------------------------------------------ New Horizons in Particle Research The Particle Technology Research Centre at the University of Western Ontario is delighted to announce the second student conference on particle technology to be held on *July 9-10, 2009* at London, Ontario. The conference theme is on "New Horizons in Particle Research". The two day conference has oral presentations, poster and video sessions. The technical program will emphasize the key roles played by chemical engineers from Canada in developing innovative and value-added technologies and products for chemical, materials, agrochemical, biochemical, and pharmaceutical industries and energy and environmental sustainability. Special sessions include an industrial speakers' session and a panel discussion on "Value of Graduate Education in Economic Meltdown". On behalf of the organizing committee, we look forward to welcoming you in London on July 9th, 2009. Other than the above special programs, general papers will cover the latest advances in all aspects of particle related research, including but not limited to particle handling, fluidization, nanotechnology, powder processing, green technology, and crystallization. Abstracts will be compiled in conference proceedings and distributed at the conference. An industrial exhibition will be held concurrently. * Please note the following important dates:* Abstract Submission Deadline: March 31, 2009 Acceptance Notifications: April 30, 2009 Full Paper Submission Deadline: May 31, 2009 Early Registration Deadline: June 15, 2009 Abstracts must be submitted electronically through submissions(a)powders.ca <mailto:submissions@powders.ca> Early registration fee for academic members is $95, and for non-academic is $195. The complete details about the conference as well as the online registration form can be found at the conference web www.powders.ca/conference <http://www.powders.ca/conference>. *Contact:* Particle Technology Research Centre (PTRC) Faculty of Engineering University of Western Ontario London, ON Canada, N6A 5B9 Email: contact(a)powders.ca <mailto:contact@powders.ca> Tel: (519) 661-4243 Fax: (519) 661-3498 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ William Hanna Lecture Series The organizing committee of the William Hanna Lecture Series would like to announce that Dr. Loren Rieseberg, from the University of British Columbia, will be delivering the 2009 Hanna Lecture. Dr. Rieseberg's talk entitled "The Role of Hybridization in Evolution" will demonstrate how common hybridization was in the history of speciation events. His talk is timely as it will also compliment the 200th anniversary of Charles Darwin's birth. The 2009 Hanna Lecture is scheduled on *Friday, March 20th, 2009* 7pm - 9pm in room 172 St. John's College, Robert Schultz Lecture Theatre. We look forward to seeing you there. Food and refreshments will be available after the lecture. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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

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[UM GradStudies notice] FGS announcements for 06 March 2009
by Christal Barkman 06 Mar '09

06 Mar '09

To Awards Contacts: The following has been sent to graduate students. Please note the revised deadline date for the Governor General's Gold Medal. Each department should still be in touch with their Faculty to find out when submissions are due. The new April 8 deadline is for the faculties to submit to Graduate Studies. Please contact me if you have any questions. Christal ------------------------------------------------------------------------ To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090306.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: 06 March 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *G. Clarence Elliott Fellowship <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 15 Agriculture Architecture Business Housing & Community Planning M, D 70% of annual interest earned on fund up to a maximum of $10,000.00 *CANADIAN LIVER FOUNDATION RESEARCH GRANT PROGRAM <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 31 acute fatty liver disease, pregnancy HELLP syndrome M, D $10,000 *TRAVEL AND CONFERENCE SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 31 travel, unrestricted M, D NA *IDRC - DOCTORAL RESEARCH AWARDS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 1 Social & Economic Equity; Env & Natural resource mgmnt; information & comm technologies D up to $20,000 per year *IDRC - CANADIAN WINDOW ON INTERNATIONAL DEVELOPMENT <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 1 Canada's Foreign Affairs Policy & Pressing Domestic Problems M, D $20,000 *ALZHEIMER SOCIETY OF MANITOBA - GRADUATE STUDENT FELLOWSHIP AWARDS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 1 Alzheimer Disease and Other Related Dementia M, D 2 awards valued at $3,000 each *CENTRE ON AGING AWARDS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 1 aging M, D varies *GOVERNOR GENERAL'S GOLD MEDAL <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* April 8 unrestricted M, D Gold medal ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Course: Electronics for Fieldwork *Overview* This 2-day course is designed to give users of electronic field equipment a basic understanding of electronics. Participants learn how to diagnose problems, make common "field fixes" and understand troubleshooting advice from off-site technical advisors. Course content is tailored to the needs of each class and special topics can usually be incorporated into the curriculum. The instructor has an extensive background in both electronics and field biology and, so, understands the problems of "electronics in the bush". Hands-on class time gives students experience in how to use test instruments to diagnose problems, skills needed to affect basic repairs and knowledge to help design some custom solutions. See pdf *here <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/attachments/Electronics4Field…>*. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CENTRE ON AGING RESEARCH FORUM 2009 The Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) Understanding the Complexity of Aging and Health through Interdisciplinary Research Parminder Raina, PhD Professor, Department of Clinical Epidemiology & Biostatistics McMaster University Lead Principal Investigator, Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging Recent advances in biosciences and population health herald exciting opportunities to conduct high-impact population health research. On a background of technological and scientific innovation, the Canadian Longitudinal Study on Aging (CLSA) is being launched as a program of research and platform to investigate the complexities of the aging process and improve our understanding of the transitions and trajectories of healthy aging. The CLSA is a Canada-wide, 20-year follow-up study of 50,000 people between the ages of 45 and 85 years at baseline. It is a research initiative that bridges biological and population sciences to create a future "Legacy Research Platform" that will provide scientists with the resources essential to pursue leading-edge research. The presentation by Dr. Raina will provide an overview of the CLSA and opportunities for research nationally and locally. Monday, March 30, 2009 12:00 noon to 1:00 p.m. Theatre A Basic Medical Sciences Building 730 William Ave. Following Dr. Raina's presentation all are invited to reconvene in S211 Medical Services Building 1:00 -- 3:00 p.m. where Research Affiliates, faculty members, research staff and students will have an opportunity for more in-depth discussions with Dr. Raina following brief presentations by Peter Cattini, Associate Vice-President (Research), Professor, Physiology, and Philip St. John, Internal/Geriatric Medicine. Dr. Cattini will speak about the importance of such large scale studies from his perspective as a basic scientist; Dr. St. John will speak from the clinical perspective. A light lunch will be served. Please RSVP (474-8754) by Tuesday March 24. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ fgs logo -- Christal Barkman Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 ph: (204) 474.6827 fax: (204) 474.7553 email: barkman(a)cc.umanitoba.ca

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[UM GradStudies notice] FGS Awards Announcement - Governor General's Gold Medal]
by Christal Barkman 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

To Awards Contacts: Here is the ad that was just sent to students. Please feel free to pass this around to faculty. Cheers, Christal top banner <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/> The Faculty of Graduate Studies would like to bring the following competition(s) to your attention: Special Announcement: 03 March 2009 *Name* *GOVERNOR GENERAL'S GOLD MEDAL* *Research Fields* unrestricted *Categories* Unrestricted *Citizenship* Unrestricted *Eligibility* ?The Governor General of Canada offers an annual gold medal called The Governor General's Gold Medal to recognize the outstanding performance of a graduate student. This award is based on overall academic excellence through coursework, research, awards and distinctions, letters of reference, external examiner's report and a description of the student's statement on the significance of their research. Eligibility for the medal is open to all students who will be convocating with a Master's or a Ph.D. at Spring Convocation (this includes those students who have a February grad date) or who graduated the previous Fall at the University of Manitoba. *Value* Gold medal *Currency* Canadian *Tenable at* No details on tenability available *Deadlines* *April 1* *Application Details* Each Faculty/Unit may nominate one Master's or Doctoral student for the Governor General's Gold Medal. Nomination must be submitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies on or before the deadline and are to include: (1) a letter from the Dean/Director of the Faculty/Unit giving a detailed rationale for the nomination, (2) the nominee's curriculum vitae, (3) an official University of Manitoba transcript, (4) a brief statement (one page) from the nominee on the significance of his/her research and related achievements during the graduate program, whereas for nominees in non-research based programs, rationale for choosing the program, significance of work (breadth of knowledge gained) and expected contribution to his/her career aspirations (5) a letter of support from the advisor, (6) the report from the external examiner. For Masters thesis, the report from the external examiner to the home department of the nominee. The selection committee will include the Dean and Associate Dean(s) of the Faculty of Graduate Studies and three members of the Executive Committee representing areas of Natural Sciences and Engineering, Social Sciences and Humanities and Medical and Health Sciences or designates. The Dean shall act as Chair. Please check with your faculty/unit if you are interested in being nominated for the award. *The deadline for faculties and units to have their nominations to FGS is April 1, however the deadline by which a faculty/unit wants to have nominations submitted to them will most likely be earlier. * /Updated: March 3, 2009/ fgs logo -- Christal Barkman Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 ph: (204) 474.6827 fax: (204) 474.7553 email: barkman(a)cc.umanitoba.ca

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GOVERNOR GENERAL'S GOLD MEDAL
by Christal Barkman 03 Mar '09

03 Mar '09

Good morning Awards Contacts: The deadline for the Governor General's Gold Medal nominations to be submitted to the Faculty of Graduate Studies is coming up on *APRIL 1st*. Please view the award details here <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> and contact me if you have any questions. I will be making arrangements to have an advertisement sent out to students and subsequently to you later today. Each Faculty/Unit may nominate ONE Master's or Doctoral student for the Governor General's Gold Medal. You may wish to announce to faculty/students that you have your own internal deadline by which nominations must be submitted in order that your own review committee has time to assess and then choose the top candidate to forward to FGS. Please ensure that all deans and directors are notified of this award and its' upcoming deadline. Thank you, Christal -- Christal Barkman Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 ph: (204) 474.6827 fax: (204) 474.7553 email: barkman(a)cc.umanitoba.ca

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[Fwd: CIHR Canada Graduate Scholarship Master's competition/Concours de bourses d'études supérieures de Cananda bourses à la maîtrise des IRSC]
by Marcia Labiuk 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

Hello, CIHR has received extra funding and as a result they are asking universities to submit additional CIHR CGSM applications. Please see the following email from CIHR for details. I am asking for your assistance in contacting students who are CIHR eligible and encouraging them to complete an application. I've attached the information that was distributed previously for the CIHR CGSM competition, as the same guidelines apply. The application instructions can be found on the CIHR website www.cihr.ca *Please submit complete applications to my attention at 500 University Centre by March 6, 2009.* Due to the very short turnaround time required to meet the CIHR deadline, we will not be following up on missing documents. Incomplete applications will automatically be deemed ineligible. Applicants who applied in December 2008 are not required to reapply as their previously submitted applications will be considered for this submission as well. Thank you for your assistance. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Sincerely, Marcia -------- Original Message -------- Subject: CIHR Canada Graduate Scholarship Master's competition/Concours de bourses d'études supérieures de Cananda bourses à la maîtrise des IRSC Date: Fri, 27 Feb 2009 10:51:46 -0500 From: Joanne Delage <Joanne.Delage(a)cihr-irsc.gc.ca> To: Canada Graduate Scholarships - Master's Awards (CGSMA) <CanadaGraduateScholarships.MasterAwardsCGSMA(a)cihr-irsc.gc.ca> Le texte français suit l'anglais Important message As announced in the Federal Budget 2009, the Canada Graduate Scholarship (CGS) program received a budget increase starting in 2009-10. This increase is part of Canada’s Economic Action Plan for further developing a highly skilled workforce. As a result, the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is requesting additional nominations for the February 2009 CGS Master's competition. We will be accepting full applications that you deem competitive and that have been reviewed by your Institution for nomination. We will accept additional nominations up to the original quota amount that was issued in September, thereby doubling the total amount of nominations from your institution for this competition. We will also accept a second, B-list, of nominations that exceeds this doubling of your quota if your institution feels such additional nominations could be competitive. The latter will only be included in this 2009 Master's competition if there are insufficient nominations from other institutions to address the increased funding availability. If you require additional information on the selection process, please refer to the quotas package that was sent in September. Full applications will be accepted until March 16, 2009. The package of applications with a covering letter from the Dean of Graduate Studies, or other appropriate institutional official, describing the pre-selection process and indicating the total number of applications received must be sent to CIHR by March 16, 2009 to the following address: RE: “Canada Graduate Scholarships Master’s Awards” Research Capacity Development Canadian Institutes of Health Research 160 Elgin Street Address Locator 4809A Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0W9 As per CIHR's policy on completeness, applications submitted to CIHR that do not contain all of the necessary information as described within the Funding Opportunity description and corresponding application forms will be withdrawn from the competition process. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the Canada Graduate Scholarships Master’s Awards Program Delivery Coordinator, by telephone: (613) 946-0093 or e-mail: CGSMA(a)cihr-irsc.gc.ca<mailto:CGSMA@cihr-irsc.gc.ca> Sincerely, Dominique Lalonde ************************************************************************************************************************************* Message important Tel qu’annoncé dans le budget fédéral de 2009, le Programme de bourse d’études supérieures du Canada (BESC) verra son budget augmenter à compter de l’année financière 2009-2010. Cette augmentation s’inscrit dans Le Plan d’action économique du Canada en vue de poursuivre le développement d’une main-d’œuvre hautement qualifiée. En raison de cette augmentation, les Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada (IRSC) demandent des candidatures supplémentaires pour le concours de BESC – Bourses à la maîtrise du mois de février 2009. Nous accepterons les demandes détaillées que vous jugez méritoires et qui auront été évaluées par votre établissement aux fins de mise en candidature. Ces candidatures additionnelles seront acceptées jusqu’à concurrence du nombre initial de demandes donné en septembre, doublant ainsi le nombre total de candidatures de votre établissement pour ce concours. De plus, accepterons des candidatures supplémentaires pour une liste alternative pour les candidatures que votre établissement jugera méritoires et dont le nombre dépasse le maximum désormais alloué. Ces dernières candidatures seront seulement incluses au concours de BESC – Bourses à la maîtrise 2009 si nous recevons un nombre insuffisant de nominations des autres établissements pour répondre à l’augmentation des fonds disponibles actuellement. Si vous désirez obtenir des renseignements supplémentaires sur le processus de sélection, veuillez consulter la trousse que nous vous avons fait parvenir en septembre. Les demandes détaillées seront acceptées jusqu’au 16 mars 2009. Les demandes de votre établissement, accompagnées d’une lettre du doyen de la faculté des études supérieures ou d’un autre responsable compétent de l’établissement qui décrit le processus de présélection et le nombre de demandes reçues, doivent être envoyées aux IRSC au plus tard le 16 mars 2009 à l’adresse suivante : Objet : « Bourses d’études supérieures du Canada – Bourses à la maîtrise » Développement de la capacité en recherche Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada 160, rue Elgin Indice de l’adresse : 4809A Ottawa (Ontario) K1A 0W9 Tel que stipulé dans la politique sur l’intégralité, les demandes soumises aux IRSC qui ne contiennent pas tous les renseignements requis dans la description de la possibilité de financement et les formulaires de demande correspondants seront retirées du concours. Pour toute question, veuillez communiquer avec la coordonnatrice à l’exécution des programmes responsable du programme de BESC – Bourses à la maîtrise par téléphone au 613-946-0093 ou par courriel à BESCBM(a)irsc-cihr.gc.ca<mailto:BESCBM@irsc-cihr.gc.ca> Meilleures salutations, Dominique Lalonde Dominique Lalonde Deputy Director, Program Delivery Division / Directrice adjointe, Division à l'exécution des programmes Research Capacity Development / Développement de la capacité en recherche Telephone: (613) 957-8671 Fax: (613) 954-1800 Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) / Instituts de recherche en santé du Canada (IRSC) Room 97, 160 Elgin Street / Pièce 97, 160 rue Elgin Address Locator 4809A / Indice de l'adresse 4809A Ottawa, Ontario, Canada K1A 0W9 -- ============================ Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-9836 ============================

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FGS Announcements for week ending February 27, 2009
by Enza Pohl 27 Feb '09

27 Feb '09

To All Awards Contact, please circulate as required. This message has also been sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090227 <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090227.htm>.htm <http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090227.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: 27 February 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *G. Clarence Elliott Fellowship <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 15 Agriculture Architecture Business Housing & Community Planning M, D 70% of annual interest earned on fund up to a maximum of $10,000.00 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ U OF M GRAD STUDENT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED For the 2009 Canada-Wide Science Fair *What is the Canada-Wide Science Fair?* The Canada-Wide Science Fair (CWSF), run by the Youth Science Foundation since 1962, is an annual science competition for students in grades 7-12. Each year the location of CWSF rotates among the science fair regions of Canada. CWSF 2009 has been awarded to Manitoba and will be held right here at the University of Manitoba May 9 to 17, 2009. *How many people participate in the fair?* 450 students compete every year at the fair. Another 200 adult delegates attend to chaperone the students. Over 350 judges and volunteers are needed to help the fair run smoothly. *When is it?* The fair officially starts on Saturday May 9, 2009 and runs until Sunday May 17, 2009. Volunteers will also be needed both before and after the event. *Where is it?* CWSF 2009 will be hosted at the University of Manitoba. However some events will take place at locations throughout Winnipeg and Southern Manitoba. *What types of jobs are there?* There are a wide variety of jobs that need to be filled that require an array of skill sets. Committees that need volunteers include Accommodations, Registrations, Social Events, and Tours. We specifically need grad students for project safety checks and to help address student concerns during judging. *How do I sign-up?* Registering to volunteer is easy. Provide your name and email address to the volunteer coordinator Alastair Komus at volunteers(a)cwsf2009.ca. Early in 2009 you will receive an email with a user name and password to register on the Youth Science Foundation website. Canada-Wide Science Fair | Expo-science Pancanadienne cwsf2009(a)msss.mb.ca <mailto:cwsf2009@msss.mb.ca> - www.cwsf2009.ca <http://www.cwsf2009.ca> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *UNESCO-L'Oréal For Women in Science International Fellowships* The UNESCO-L'Oréal for Women in Science International Fellowships are granted annually to promising young women scientists, at the doctorate or post-doctorate level, in the Life Sciences to encourage international scientific cooperation and the developing of cross-cultural networks. Applications received will be reviewed by a Canadian committee of L'Oreal and UNESCO representatives and scientific experts for nomination to the International Jury for the 2010 UNESCO-L'ORÉAL Fellowships in Life Sciences. Four (4) applicants will be submitted to represent Canada at the international level. Final selection will be made by an International Jury. The International Jury will select winners from amongst entries received from UNESCO member countries in each of the five geo-cultural regions of the world. /Number:/ 15 (4 Canadian nominees) /Amount/: $40,000 USD tenable two academic terms ($20,000 each year) /Place of Study: /Host institute outside of Canada /Deadline: /Postmarked application packages must be sent to the AUCC on or before /_April 30, 2009._/ /Guidelines and application: /Visit the AUCC website: https://juno.aucc.ca/wes/hes.aspx?pg=934&oth=0005352009 <https://juno.aucc.ca/wes/hes.aspx?pg=934&oth=0005352009> 10th Annual University ofManitoba Faculty of Education Graduate Student Symposium 10th Annual Faculty of Education Graduate Student Symposium Perspectives and Possibilities *Friday, March 6 and Saturday, March 7, 2009 * Room 222 Education Building ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *Campus Engage Call for Abstracts* Campus Engage, a network for the promotion of civic engagement activities in higher education in Ireland, invites you to submit an abstract for its inaugural conference to be held on June 4th and 5th 2009, in Dublin, Ireland. The conference entitled Higher Education and Civic Engagement Partnerships: Create, Challenge, Change will bring together higher education academics and administrators, people involved in community organisations and students, from Ireland and beyond. It will provide participants with an opportunity to discuss the potential for change through service learning / community-based learning, research, civic education and volunteering. Submissions are welcome from individuals but we also encourage collaborative contributions blending community, student and academic perspectives. While not exclusive, preference will be given to submissions that address the conference themes outlined below. Abstracts of not more than 500 words, written in English, should be submitted through the conference website www.campusengage.ie/conference <http://cts.vresp.com/c/?TheTalloiresNetwork/cd6cc2258b/00e0c613b6/4b86c82844> on or before 12 noon, Monday March 2nd 2009. Abstracts can be submitted in the following formats: . Oral Presentations / Papers (20 minutes) . Workshops (90 minutes) . Posters Applications cannot be accepted by email. If you have any queries or difficulties please contact the Conference Secretariat at info(a)campusengage.ie <mailto:info@campusengage.ie> *Conference Themes Philosophy* Conceptions of the role of higher education within civil society and theories of civic engagement. The role that institutions of higher education play in the development of civic engagement at student, community and societal levels. *Practice* Opportunities and barriers facing higher education and community when embedding service learning/community based learning, volunteering, scholarship of engagement and mainstreaming civic engagement activities. Creating and developing pedagogies for civic engagement including methods and models. The challenge of reciprocal learning and the co-creation of knowledge -- case-studies from students, community and academics. *Policy* Creating policy change at local, national and international levels to support the development of civic engagement and higher education. Case-studies of collaborative relationships between the agents of social change at a policy level and those within higher education. *Partnership* Ethical implications of higher education and community partnerships and dynamics of power. Perspective on the 'push and pull' of partnership - higher education as a community resource and community as a higher education resource. Challenges involved in creating sustainable civic engagement partnerships and ways of addressing these challenges. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Red River Graduate Student Conference "Speaking Up: New Voices in English Studies" Call for Papers: The English Graduate Student Organization at North Dakota State University in Fargo, North Dakota invites all graduate students in the fields of literature, composition, linguistics, and creative writing to submit abstracts for the sixth annual Red River Graduate Student Conference (RRGSC). The conference will be held Friday, April 24th & Saturday, April 25th, 2009 in Fargo at the NDSU Memorial Union. All paper topics related to literature, composition, linguistics, and creative works are welcome. Please consider this conference even if you are in the drafting stage of a paper or project. Panel submissions are encouraged, but not necessary. There is a registration fee of $20 for conference participation. More information about the conference may be found at http://english.ndsu.edu/rrgsc_2009 Send abstracts of 250-500 words via email attachment in a Microsoft Word file no later than March 18th, 2009 to ndsu.rrgsc(a)ndsu.edu <mailto:ndsu.rrgsc@ndsu.edu>. Please note any technology needs for your presentation. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ IGSS Application Form Available *International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) * <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/112.htm> Beginning with the 2005-2006 academic session, scholarships will be offered to recognize and reward the excellence of international graduate students pursuing Master's or Ph.D. degrees at the University of Manitoba. The scholarships will be offered to students who: (1) are international students (i.e., those in Canada on study permits) continuing in full-time study in the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Manitoba in either the second year of a two-year Master's program, the second year of a two-year Ph.D. program, the second or third year of a three-year Ph.D. program, or in the first year of a Ph.D. program after completing a Master's degree at the University of Manitoba; (2) are paying the international student tuition fee; (3) have achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 over the equivalent of the last two years of study; (4) show great promise as researchers and as graduate students; and (5) are not recipients of external funding that pays for their tuition. The value of the scholarship is $4,000. This scholarship may be held with the UMGF and other awards offered by the University of Manitoba, but may not be held in conjuction with the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and the International Graduate Student Bursary (IGSB). Students may be considered for this scholarship in each year of eligible study. Students who are enrolled in a re-registration year are not eligible. Scholarships will only be applied against any outstanding international tuition fee differential. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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

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[UM GradStudies notice] Announcement week ending 20 Feb 2009
by Christal Barkman 20 Feb '09

20 Feb '09

To Awards Contacts: Please circulate as required. This message has also been sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090220.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: 20 February 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *U OF M COMPOSITE - CRERAR, THOMAS ALEXANDER <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 16 Humanities M, D TBD (two awards were offered at $11,000 each in 2008-2009) *U OF M COMPOSITE - FRANK, HEINZ MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 16 Humanities M, D available annual interest (valued at $1,525 for 2008-2009) *U OF M COMPOSITE - UNIVERSITY WOMEN'S CLUB OF WINNIPEG GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 16 Arts, women M, D $3,000 *U OF M COMPOSITE - KRISTJANSSON, ADALSTEINN TRAVELLING SCHOLARSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 16 Social Sciences and Humanities M, D available annual income (valued at $4,000 in 2008-2009) *U OF M COMPOSITE - SNIDER, DONALD VERNON MEMORIAL FELLOWSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 16 Natural, Physical or Life Sciences Social Sciences and Humanities M, D available annual income (valued at $10,000 for 2008/2009.) *MAURO, ARTHUR V. SENIOR STUDENT AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 16 Unrestricted M, D $1,000 *G. Clarence Elliott Fellowship <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 15 Agriculture Architecture Business Housing & Community Planning M, D 70% of annual interest earned on fund up to a maximum of $10,000.00 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CALL FOR PAPERS: Canadian Journal of Native Education *2009 Theme Issue: Indigenous Knowledges and Education (ECE -- 12)* The Canadian Journal of Native Education (CJNE) is pleased to announce a cooperative editorship for the 2009 CJNE theme issue with: . Jo-ann Archibald, Q'um Q'um xiiem, University of British Columbia . Mark Aquash, University of British Columbia . Vicki Kelly, Simon Fraser University . Graduate collectives from each university The 2008 CJNE theme issue "Indigenous Knowledges and the University" highlighted scholarly work focused on this important area of education. The 2009 theme issue will continue to address educational challenges and successes in relation to Indigenous Knowledges and Education that spans early childhood to grade 12. This CJNE call is for research papers, stories and thought-pieces that address the 2009 theme. The following questions are of particular interest: . How can Indigenous Knowledges contribute to the significant improvement and transformation of Indigenous education? . How do we make Indigenous Knowledges matter in early childhood to high school educational contexts? . How can Indigenous knowledges shape research, leadership, pedagogies, curriculum, policies, or parental/community engagement? . What is the nature of the forces that either resist or ensure the inclusion of Indigenous Knowledges in ECE -- grade 12 contexts? Please send four titled hard copies with abstract: (one hard copy to include name and contact address info and three hard copies without name and contact info for blind review) to: 2009 Theme Issue - Canadian Journal of Native Education Dr. Jo-ann Archibald Indigenous Education 2125 Main Mall, University of British Columbia Vancouver BC, V6T 1Z4 OR send a digital copy in Word format to: indigenous.education(a)ubc.ca CJNE uses APA style. Submissions should be no longer than 6,250 words in length. Deadline: July 2, 2009 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *_2009 - 2010 Sheldon Chumir Internship in Ethics in Leadership_* Applications are invited from senior university or college students or graduates in any field relevant to ethics in leadership for an Internship with the Sheldon Chumir Foundation for Ethics in Leadership. A completed or nearly completed Master's degree will be an asset. Interns work with the Foundation on research, program development and implementation, publications and community outreach. The Foundation seeks Interns who display a deep understanding of ethics in leadership and public life together with imagination and creativity of thought, demonstrated experience in working with the community, strong organizational skills, superior writing skills and a personal commitment to the Foundation's mission. The stipend for the nine-month period is $34,100. A professional development allowance of up to $3000 is available for use by the Intern on activities agreed upon by the Intern and the Foundation. In certain circumstances, and by mutual agreement, the Internship period can be extended by up to three months. *_Applications must include_:* - a brief essay (not more than 1500 words) describing the applicant's interest in and views on ethics in leadership, how this subject is related to his/her academic program and career plans, and what ideas, knowledge and skills the applicant would bring to the work of the Foundation; - a curriculum vitae; and - names and contact information for _three_ referees who have been asked to send letters of support directly to the Foundation. *The deadline for receipt of application packages by the Foundation is _March 13, 2009_.* Applications which are not _complete_ by this date will not be considered. The successful candidate will be notified by May 15, 2009, with the Internship to commence on or about September 15, 2009. The Foundation reserves the right not to make an award in any given year, or to make more than one award, if appropriate. *_Please send applications to:_* The Sheldon Chumir Foundation for Ethics in Leadership Suite 970, 1202 Centre Street S. Calgary, Alberta, Canada, T2G 5A5 tel: (403) 244-6666 fax: (403) 244-5596 email: info(a)chumirethicsfoundation.ca <mailto:info@chumirethicsfoundation.ca> For further information on the Foundation please contact our office at the above address, or visit our website at www.chumirethicsfoundation.ca <http://www.chumirethicsfoundation.ca> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ The Centre for Ships and Ocean Structures (CeSOS) The Centre for Ships and Ocean Structures (CeSOS) is an international research centre at the Norwegian University of Science and Technology (NTNU), designated as a Centre of Excellence by the Research Council of Norway. The aim of CeSOS is to develop fundamental knowledge for the design and operation of future ships, offshore structures, floating bridges and airports, facilities for aquaculture and production of renewable energy from the oceans by integrating theoretical and experimental research in marine hydrodynamics, structural mechanics and automatic control. The annual budget is about USD 5 million. About eighty researchers are affiliated with the Centre and the annual research effort is about 50 researcher years. CeSOS would like to invite applications for: * CoE1/09: *Postdoctoral Fellowship in Unmanned Aerial Systems *(duration of 1-2 years) We are looking for a young and ambitious researcher with a PhD degree in aerospace and control, and a strong background or interest in unmanned aerial systems. The candidate is expected to be interested in both fundamental and applied research, and in working on the boundary of several research domains. Specifically, the work will involve research on guidance and control systems for both single and multiple unmanned aerial vehicles. The candidate should be prepared to work with PhD students, give seminars at the PhD level, and to work with other researchers in a multi-disciplinary research group. * CoE2/09: *Postdoctoral Fellowship in Guided Cooperative Control of Unmanned Vehicles *(duration of 1-2 years) We are looking for a young and ambitious researcher with a PhD degree in electrical, mechanical, marine or aerospace engineering and control, and a strong background or interest in unmanned vehicles. The candidate is expected to be interested in both fundamental and applied research, and in working on the boundary of several research domains. Specifically, the work will involve research on guidance and control systems for multiple unmanned vehicles, including unmanned underwater, surface, and aerial vehicles. The candidate should be prepared to work with PhD students, give seminars at the PhD level, and to work with other researchers in a multi-disciplinary research group. * CoE3/09: *Postdoctoral Fellowship in Condition Estimation and Fault-tolerant Control for Marine Vehicles* (duration of 1-2 years) We are looking for a young and ambitious researcher with a PhD degree in electrical, mechanical or marine engineering and control, and a strong background or interest in fault diagnosis, estimation, change detection and control of nonlinear systems. The candidate is expected to be interested in both fundamental and applied research, and in working on the boundary of several research domains. Specifically, the work will involve research on change detection and fault-tolerant design of control systems in one out of two areas, dependent on the successful applicant´s background and interest. One area is parametric roll resonance where the purpose is to detect and control the phenomenon before it develops to critical levels. The other is fault-tolerant estimation and control to optimize ship propulsion in waves when a diesel engine is used as prime mover. The candidate should be prepared to work with PhD students, give seminars at the PhD level, and to work with other researchers in a multi-disciplinary research group. For all positions, the candidate must have a strong background in dynamics and control, including both linear and nonlinear control theory. Experience with Matlab and Simulink is also essential. The candidate must have obtained the PhD degree within the last five years, or have completed the PhD degree requirements before the beginning of the fellowship award. Postdoctoral fellows will normally be engaged for a one or two year period, with a possibility of extension depending on the results achieved in the period. The gross salary for post doctors will typically be between NOK 435 500 and NOK 496100. Further information about the positions may be obtained from: Professor Thor I. Fossen: [+47] 91 89 73 61 Fax: [+47] 73 59 55 28 E-mail: fossen(a)ieee.org Home page: http://www.itk.ntnu.no/ansatte/Fossen_Thor/ Specific information about position CoE3/09 may be obtained from: Professor Mogens Blanke [+45] 45 25 35 65 E-mail: mogens.blanke(a)ntnu.no The homepage of the centre: http://www.cesos.ntnu.no Applications must include the following documentation: * Letter of intent outlining how the postdoctoral fellowship will further the applicant's career path - maximum 1,000 words (4 typed pages) * Curriculum vitae, not exceeding 10 pages * Two letters of recommendation from supervisors at the MSc and PhD level. These letters should comment on the candidate's work ethic, research ability and personal attributes. The referee should comment specifically about the candidate's potential in the chosen field * One letter of recommendation from an employer, if applicable * A study record, with copies of all degree certificates/diplomas, undergraduate and graduate. If the PhD is in progress, please provide proof of enrolment in the program * Publication list and PDF files of selected publications (maximum of 3) * Possible achievements in research * TOEFL score, or similar Applications should be sent to: coe(a)marin.ntnu.no You may send an e-mail with all the necessary documents attached electronically, but we require authorized documents by air mail before signing a contract with you. Mark your application with: CoE1/09, CoE2/09 or CoE3/09 *Apply as soon as possible, and at the latest: 2009-03-01* ------------------------------------------------------------------------ IGSS Application Form Available *International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) * <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/112.htm> Beginning with the 2005-2006 academic session, scholarships will be offered to recognize and reward the excellence of international graduate students pursuing Master's or Ph.D. degrees at the University of Manitoba. The scholarships will be offered to students who: (1) are international students (i.e., those in Canada on study permits) continuing in full-time study in the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Manitoba in either the second year of a two-year Master's program, the second year of a two-year Ph.D. program, the second or third year of a three-year Ph.D. program, or in the first year of a Ph.D. program after completing a Master's degree at the University of Manitoba; (2) are paying the international student tuition fee; (3) have achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 over the equivalent of the last two years of study; (4) show great promise as researchers and as graduate students; and (5) are not recipients of external funding that pays for their tuition. The value of the scholarship is $4,000. This scholarship may be held with the UMGF and other awards offered by the University of Manitoba, but may not be held in conjuction with the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and the International Graduate Student Bursary (IGSB). Students may be considered for this scholarship in each year of eligible study. Students who are enrolled in a re-registration year are not eligible. Scholarships will only be applied against any outstanding international tuition fee differential. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ fgs logo -- 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> 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. -- Christal Barkman Awards Assistant Faculty of Graduate Studies 500 University Centre University of Manitoba Winnipeg MB R3T 2N2 ph: (204) 474.6827 fax: (204) 474.7553 email: barkman(a)cc.umanitoba.ca

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2009/2010 UMGF Quota and Recommendation Form
by Marcia Labiuk 13 Feb '09

13 Feb '09

Please see attached for the following documents: 1. A memo from Dr. Doering regarding the 2009/2010 UMGF quotas. 2. 2009/2010 UMGF Quotas 3. 2009/2010 UMGF Recommendation Form Please contact me if you have any questions or concerns. Thank you, Marcia -- ============================ Marcia Labiuk Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies University of Manitoba Phone: (204) 474-9836 ============================

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[UM GradStudies notice] Announcements week ending 06 February 2009
by Enza Pohl 09 Feb '09

09 Feb '09

o Awards Contacts. please circulate as required. This message has also been sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090206.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: 06 February 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *FLETCHER, JAMES GORDON PHD FELLOWSHIP FOR RESEARCH IN ABORIGINAL ISSUES <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 2 Aboriginal issues D $16,000 *CONGRESS OF SOCIAL SCIENCES AND HUMANITIES (FORMERLY THE LEARNEDS) TRAVELLING SCHOLARSHIPS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 2 Education, Law, and most departments in the Faculty of Arts M, D $600 maximum to help defray costs of attending the conference *UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA GRADUATE STUDENT TRAVEL AWARDS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* *For 2009 _only_, the March deadline will be March 2* unrestricted M, D $500 for travel in North America, $750 for international travel *G. Clarence Elliott Fellowship <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 15 Agriculture Architecture Business Housing & Community Planning M, D 70% of annual interest earned on fund up to a maximum of $10,000.00 * DR. KEN STEWART, ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIP IN AQUATIC BIOLOGY AND CONSERVATION <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 1 Freshwater Aquatic Science M, D $2,500 *CANADIAN INSTITUTE OF UKRAINIAN STUDIES FELLOWSHIPS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 1 Ukrainian or Ukrainian-Canadian topic M, D $2,000-$15,000 depending upon award ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *PUBLIC SAFETY CANADA RESEARCH FELLOWSHIPS IN HONOUR OF STUART NESBITT WHITE* Public Safety Canada (PSC) is seeking to encourage graduate research in support of its mandate, which is to enhance the safety and security of Canadians in their physical and cyber environments. These awards are available for those students who are studying and conducting research in the area of Emergency Management (EM). This includes work in the areas of one or more of the four pillars of Emergency Management; mitigation, preparedness, response and recovery. Studies focused on the all hazards approach with regard to EM are encouraged, as are studies in cyber security, disaster management, and critical infrastructure protection and assurance*. Cross disciplinary / multi-disciplinary studies in these areas are preferred and encouraged. Preferred disciplines are regional planning, engineering, environmental studies, computer science, geography, sociology, economics and/or areas such as risk modeling and system science. *For a definition of what PSC deems to be critical infrastructure see:* **http://www.publicsafety.gc.ca/prg/em/nciap/about-en.asp** * *Number of Awards: *Eight (8) *Value: *$19,250 CDN *Deadline Date:* March 31, 2009 Interested candidates will find the information needed to apply for this program in a PDF or Word format by visiting the Association of Universities and Colleges of Canada's website https://juno.aucc.ca/wes/hes.aspx?pg=934&oth=0005052009 <https://juno.aucc.ca/wes/hes.aspx?pg=934&oth=0005052009> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Symposium: ETD 2009 Symposium on Electronic Theses and Dissertations The ETD 2009 Symposium on Electronic Theses and Dissertations is organized by the Networked Digital Library of Theses and Dissertations (NDLTD) <http://www.ndltd.org/>. The NDLTD initiative is an open federation of hundreds of universities and supporting organizations worldwide including research institutions and private companies. The 2009 conference will be held June 10 -- 13 at the University of Pittsburgh <http://www.pitt.edu/> in Pittsburgh, PA, U.S.A. ETD 2009 will provide a forum to: * Share the secrets of successful ETD, institutional repositories and open access programs. * Learn about new developments related to ETD authoring, archiving and dissemination. * Meet and discuss ETD challenges and issues with peer participants in your region. * Build skills that will facilitate ETD implementation at your university. * Review issues that influence the success of your ETD program. * Share experiences and research with the ETD community. Deadline for Abstract Submission: *February 16, 2009 * ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 43rd Annual Prairie Universities Biological Symposium (PUBS) Conference Designed by graduate students for graduate and senior undergraduate students, the 43rd Annual PUBS brings prairie university students together to exchange ideas and research in various disciplines. Conference topics include but are not confined to aquatic biology, behavioural ecology, botany, chemistry/biochemistry, genetics, geography, kinesiology, molecular biology, natural history, neuroscience, palaeontology, parasitology and toxicology. More info at *www.pubs2009.com* <http://www.pubs2009.com> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Transportation Association of Canada Foundation Scholarships Just a reminder that the Transportation Association of Canada Foundation Scholarships deadline is March 2, 2009. Full details on the Foundation can be found www.tac-foundation.ca <http://www.tac-foundation.ca> or by contacting the Foundation at foundation(a)tac-atc.ca <mailto:foundation@tac-atc.ca>. Foundation scholarships are intended to provide education assistance in technical areas or disciplines which will contribute to safe, secure, efficient, effective and environmentally and financially sustainable transportation services in support of Canada's social and economic goals. In Canada as a whole, the Foundation's primary focus for educational support (scholarships) is on roadways and their strategic linkages and inter-relationships with other components of the transportation system. In urban areas, the primary focus is on the movement of people, goods and services and its relationship with land use patterns and other transportation modes. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *EQUIPP: Enhancing Qualitative Understanding of Illness Process and Prevention * *A CIHR STIHR Program* - click for more info <http://www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/iiqm/equipp.cfm> EQUIPP is a one-year certificate training program in qualitative methodologies for graduate and post doctoral students and researchers from all disciplines, interested in health research. The program is offered through the University of Alberta under the auspices of the Faculty of Nursing. This program is a Strategic Training Initiative in Health Research (STIHR) currently funded by the Institute of Gender and Health, Canadian Institutes of Health Research (IGH, CIHR). The trans-disciplinary program combines formal classes, interactive seminars, and hands-on research experience to provide the best possible learning experience. Focusing on research methods, rather than any one health care discipline, graduates will return to the workforce prepared to conduct research in any area. Limited fellowship funding is available based on CIHR guidelines. The overall objective of the EQUIPP training program is to prepare new investigators, postdoctoral, doctoral and masters trainees to be leaders in Canada and globally with the highest level of skill in qualitative and mixed method transdisciplinary health research. This objective will be accomplished by 1) enhancing our already developed superior training and mentoring environment; 2) supporting collaboration between trainees and mentors, including those leading transdisciplinary research teams; and 3) providing meaningful training in the ethical conduct of qualitative and mixed method research, facilitating translation of qualitative knowledge, and enhancing professional skills development. The EQUIPP training program is currently in its final year of funding, ending April 2009. The Committee has applied to CIHR for a renewal of funding which, if successful, will enable the program to offer qualitative training for a further six years, starting May 2009. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Community Health and Humanities, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland Applications for a tenure track position in *Environmental/Occupational Health* The appointment will be at the Assistant Professor level and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. Individuals who are currently in the later stages of their graduate training are encouraged to apply. A completed earned doctorate is required for the appointee to receive the rank of Assistant Professor and to be in a tenure-track position. (If a successful candidate has not completed an earned doctorate, he/she shall be appointed to a regular term, non-renewable three-year appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. If the candidate completes all the requirements for the doctorate during the first 24 months of the term appointment, he/she shall begin a tenure-track appointment following completion of the requirements of the degree). The successful candidate will contribute to the undergraduate and graduate programs within the Division; establish and maintain an independent, externally funded program of applied health research; and participate in service activities. Candidates will be expected to possess a PhD in a relevant health field and have expertise in any combination of the following areas: air quality, food and water quality, climate change, toxicology, environmental/occupational exposures, and environmental/occupational health policies. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience working with community stakeholders and familiarity with geographical information systems in the environmental/occupational health context. *Applications should be addressed to*: Dr. Shree Mulay, Associate Dean, Division of Community Health and Humanities, Faculty of Medicine, Health Sciences Memorial University of Newfoundland, Room 2843, Health Sciences Centre, A1B 3V6. Applications can be submitted electronically to brendah(a)mun.ca <mailto:brendah@mun.ca> or by fax: (709) 777-7382. The application package should include /curriculum vitae/, contact details of three referees, a letter of application, one sample of scholarly writing, an overview and discussion of qualifications and interests as they relate to the position, and a statement of teaching philosophy. The deadline for application is *May 1, 2009*. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CALL FOR NOMINATIONS: THE 2010 BOWER AWARD AND PRIZE FOR ACHIEVEMENT IN SCIENCE *Theme: Earth Systems* *Prize: $250,000 USD* Deadlines: Notice of intent to nominate is encouraged: *February 28, 2009* Complete Nomination: April 30, 2009 Dear Colleague: On behalf of The Franklin Institute, I invite you to nominate candidates for the 2010 Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science. This award is presented annually by The Franklin Institute to an individual of any nationality for outstanding work in the basic, applied, or engineering sciences. Each year, a predetermined field of study is chosen as a theme. A gold medal and a cash prize of $250,000 are awarded to the individual selected to receive the award. The theme for the 2010 Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science is Earth Systems. *The Franklin Institute seeks nominations of individuals who have made significant scientific contributions to our understanding of the interrelationships among Earth Systems leading to increased predictability of natural or human-induced changes on the planet. Nominations should recognize efforts that encompass various earth systems and processes, including: the Earth's interior, lithosphere, hydrosphere, biosphere, and atmosphere, biogeochemical cycles, and Earth history. * The Franklin Institute Awards Program is among the oldest and most comprehensive international science and technology awards programs in the world. The list of Franklin Institute laureates reads like a "Who's Who" in the history of 19th, 20th, and 21st century science, including such titans as Thomas Edison, Marie and Pierre Curie, Rudolph Diesel, Albert Einstein, Nikola Tesla, Enrico Fermi, Ruth Patrick, Stephen Hawking, Ralph Cicerone, Sir Martin Rees, Noam Chomsky, Paul Baran, Rob Van der Voo, Luna Leopold and M. Gordon Wolman, and Wallace Broecker. I urge you to nominate a candidate whose name should be added to this distinguished list. For more information on nominating a candidate for The 2010 Bower Award and Prize for Achievement in Science, please visit: www.fi.edu/franklinawards/call.html <http://www.fi.edu/franklinawards/call.html> Questions about the appropriateness of a particular nomination are welcome and should be directed to Dr. Frederic Bertley, Vice President, The Franklin Institute, at fbertley(a)fi.edu <mailto:fbertley@fi.edu>. If you know of a candidate who has made an extraordinary contribution in the area of Earth Systems, I strongly encourage you to participate in this 2010 Bower nomination process. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Call for Abstracts: Higher Education and Civic Engagement Partnerships: Create, Challenge, Change Campus Engage, a network for the promotion of civic engagement activities in Irish higher education, has issued a call for abstracts for its inaugural conference on June 4th and 5th 2009. The conference, entitled Higher Education and Civic Engagement Partnerships: Create, Challenge, Change is being co-sponsored by the Talloires Network. It will bring together higher education academics and administrators, people involved in community organizations and students, from Ireland and beyond. It will provide participants with an opportunity to discuss the potential for change through service learning / community-based learning, research, civic education and volunteering. The conference will be organized around four general themes: Philosophy, Practice, Policy, and Partnership. Abstracts can be submitted in the following formats: * Oral Presentations / Papers (20 minutes) * Workshops (90 minutes) * Posters Submissions are welcome from individuals but we also encourage collaborative contributions blending community, student and academic perspectives. While not exclusive, preference will be given to submissions that address the conference themes listed above. Abstracts of not more than 500 words, written in English, should be submitted through the conference website (http://www.conference.campusengage.ie/submission/) on or before 12 noon, *Monday February 16th 2009*. Applications cannot be accepted by email. If you have any queries or difficulties please contact the Conference Secretariat at info(a)campusengage.ie <mailto:info@campusengage.ie> (info(a)campusengage.ie <mailto:info@campusengage.ie>) ------------------------------------------------------------------------ FILM: UNDER RICH EARTH - *Two Nights Only ! Sat. & Sun/ Feb. 7 & 8 / 7:00 PM* *Two Nights Only ! Sat. & Sun/ Feb. 7 & 8 / 7:00 PM * THE Winnipeg Film Group CINEMATHEQUE, 100 ARTHUR ST. Introduced By Director (and former Winnipegger) Malcolm Rogge Rogge's latest documentary tells of an extraordinary and overlooked collision between the global mining corporation Ascendent Copper and the humble family farmers of Ecudaor's Intag Valley. With its blend of incredible on-site footage, shocking activities, and stunning first person accounts, Rogge's film effectively unearths the saga of a tiny community forced into battle against the world. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ International Medical Students Research Congress 2009 - Call for Abstracts *International Medical Students Research Congress 2009 I.stanbul / Turkey 8 - 10 May 2009 Call for abstracts **Deadline: 15 February 2009 *Dear international medical students, Have you performed scientific research which you would like to present to (bio)medical students from all over the world? Over 300 students will attend the International Medical Students Conference / Approximately 150 students will present their results. Don't miss it!! Send in your abstract !! www.imsrc.org <http://www.imsrc.org/> - Date: 8 - 10 May 2009 - Place: Istanbul/ Turkey - Subjects: All (bio)medical Researches - Presentation: Poster and oral presentation - Awards: MAX. 1000 Euros - Accommodation: 3 nights for in a 3 star hotel - Including: Breakfast, lunch, dinner and social programme. - Deadline: 15 February 2009 imsrc2009(a)gmail.com <mailto:imsrc2009@gmail.com> http://www.imsrc.org/ http://www.ctfobak.org/ ------------------------------------------------------------------------ American Society for Engineering Education : ASEE Spring 2009 Northeast Conference *April 3-4, 2009* The Spring 2009 Northeast ASEE Conference will be held on April 3-4, 2009 at the University of Bridgeport, Bridgeport, Connecticut, U.S.A. This year's conference theme is: *Engineering in the New Global Economy*. In the coming years, our world will continue to face economical, environmental and energy related problems. How is Engineering and Engineering Technology Education responding to the needs of our society and the world? This will be the theme for an exhilarating and thought provoking weekend of professional workshops, presentations, and discussions at the University of Bridgeport. The ASEE Northeast Section is soliciting faculty papers, student papers and student posters which address the various challenges and paradigms in this technological world through research and instructional programs in Engineering and Engineering Technology education. There are three conference tracks: 1. Regular/ faculty papers 2. Student papers and 3. Student posters The deadline for abstract submission is *February 27th, 2009*. Prospective authors are invited to submit their abstracts online in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format through the conference website at http://www.asee2009conference.org Suggested conference topics are listed below. Other innovations in course and laboratory experiences and assessments are also most welcome for submission: . Chemical and Biological Engineering . Civil & Environmental Engineering . Electrical & Computer Engineering . Engineering Technology/ Community Colleges . Industrial, Automation and Manufacturing Engineering . Engineering Technology and Community Colleges . Innovations In Engineering Education . First Year Experiences . K-12 Education (Engineering Curriculum Integration) . Mechanical Engineering . Computer Science and Information Technology . Women in Engineering and Computer Science . Robotics . Service Learning . Sustainability . Design Projects . Engineering and Technology in the Liberal Arts . Systems Engineering . Globalization . Ethics . Diversity In Engineering . Multidisciplinary Research Paper and other Proposal Submissions Prospective authors are invited to submit their abstracts online in Microsoft Word or Adobe PDF format through the website of the conference at http://www.asee2009conference.org. Proposals for special sessions, tutorials, worskshops and exhibitions are also welcome. Please check the conference website regarding instructions for these proposal submissions. *Important Dates:* Abstracts due *27th February, 2009 * Acceptance notification *6th March, 2009 * Final manuscript & Registration due *20th March, 2009* ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Centre on Aging Student Scholarships Centre on Aging Student Scholarships that are available for 2009 - 2010. The Centre on Aging has several funding opportunities that are meant to encourage the furthering of studies in aging and gerontology. These awards have been made available through gifts and donations made to the Centre. Alzheimer Society awards and CIHR opportunities are also available. There are awards open to both undergraduate and graduate students. For more information on a specific award, please refer to our website: http://www.umanitoba.ca/centres/aging and click on For Students: Funding. Specific criteria and application forms can also be found on the website. If you require any further information, please contact me at the address below. Keep in mind the deadline for applications is April 1, 2009. Trish Macdonald, BHEc Coordinator Centre on Aging 338 Isbister Building University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone:(204)474-9854 Fax: (204)474-7576 E-mail: macdonap(a)cc.umanitoba.ca <mailto:macdonap@cc.umanitoba.ca> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ CIHR Institute of Gender and Health In June 2009 CIHR's Institute of Gender and Health will host its inaugural summer institute for trainees (graduate students and post-doctoral fellows). The summer institute will take place at the University of British Columbia (Vancouver, BC) from June 23-26, 2009. This residential workshop will offer participants an opportunity to increase their understanding of methods for gender, sex and health research, as well as the opportunities and challenges that arise from the application of these methods. The Summer Institute will also give participants the chance to network with colleagues and mentors from across Canada working in the field of gender, sex and health research. We are accepting applications from trainees until March 1, 2009. Application forms and further information about the summer institute are available in both official languages on our website: CIHR Institute of Gender and Health 2009 Summer Institute: http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/38612.html <http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/38612.html> Atelier d'été 2009 de l'Institut de la santé des femmes et des hommes des IRSC: http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/f/38612.html <http://www.cihr-irsc.gc.ca/f/38612.html> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Department of National Defence: 2009 Awards, Scholarship and Internship Programs The Department of National Defence has launched the following 2009 Awards, Scholarship and Internship Programs: SDF Postdoctoral Fellowship Program (including the R.B. Byers Postdoctoral Fellowship) SDF PhD Scholarship Program (including the Dr. Ronald Baker Doctoral Scholarship) SDF Master of Arts Scholarship Program SDF Internship Program SDF Aboriginal Scholarship Program Applications must arrive at the AUCC by* February 9, 2009*. Interested candidates will find the information needed to apply for these programs by visiting the Department of National Defence website: http://www.forces.gc.ca/admpol/newsite/awards-eng.html <http://www.forces.gc.ca/admpol/newsite/awards-eng.htm> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ IGSS Application Form Available *International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) * <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/112.htm> Beginning with the 2005-2006 academic session, scholarships will be offered to recognize and reward the excellence of international graduate students pursuing Master's or Ph.D. degrees at the University of Manitoba. The scholarships will be offered to students who: (1) are international students (i.e., those in Canada on study permits) continuing in full-time study in the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Manitoba in either the second year of a two-year Master's program, the second year of a two-year Ph.D. program, the second or third year of a three-year Ph.D. program, or in the first year of a Ph.D. program after completing a Master's degree at the University of Manitoba; (2) are paying the international student tuition fee; (3) have achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 over the equivalent of the last two years of study; (4) show great promise as researchers and as graduate students; and (5) are not recipients of external funding that pays for their tuition. The value of the scholarship is $4,000. This scholarship may be held with the UMGF and other awards offered by the University of Manitoba, but may not be held in conjunction with the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and the International Graduate Student Bursary (IGSB). Students may be considered for this scholarship in each year of eligible study. Students who are enrolled in a re-registration year are not eligible. Scholarships will only be applied against any outstanding international tuition fee differential. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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

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FGS Announcement addition, for week ending January 23, 2009
by Enza Pohl 26 Jan '09

26 Jan '09

To All Awards Contacts, please circulate as required. This message was sent to graduate students.* DR. RICHARD DOUGLAS OATWAY MEMORIAL FELLOWSHIP* *Research Fields *Law, Psychology, Sociology *Categories * No categories available *Citizenship * Unrestricted *Eligibility * This award is to support the study of adult harassment. The fellowship will be offered to a student who: 1. is enrolled full-time in the Faculty of Graduate Studies, in either a Master's or Doctoral program delivered by the Faculty of Law, the Department of Psychology, or the Department of Sociology; 2. has achieved a minimum degree grade point average of 3.5 (or equivalent) based on the last 60 credit hours (or two full years or equivalent) of university study; 3. has undertaken or has proposed to undertake research focused on issues related to adult harassment (non-physical, non-sexual, mental, emotional, and/or psychological), including but not limited to its causation, the motivations or psychodynamics of the perpetrator, implications for the victim's life and well-being, and/or legal aspects. *Value *TBD *Currency *Canadian *Tenable at * Tenable at the University of Manitoba *Deadlines* *February 2* *Application Details * Applicants will be required to submit an application which will consist of a description of their proposed research or ongoing research (maximum 500 words), a current academic transcript(s), and two academic letters of reference from professors at a post-secondary institution. Recipients may hold the Dr. Richard Douglas Oatway Memorial Fellowship concurrently with any other awards, consistent with policies in the Faculty of Graduate Studies. A recipient may not hold the Fellowship more than twice. Contact: Christal Barkman at barkman(a)cc.umanitoba.ca <mailto:barkman@cc.umanitoba.ca> or 204-474-6827. -- 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

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FGS Announcements for the week ending January 23, 2009
by Enza Pohl 26 Jan '09

26 Jan '09

To All Awards Contacts, please circulate as required. This message was sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090123.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: 23 January 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *G. Clarence Elliott Fellowship <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* March 15 Agriculture Architecture Business Housing & Community Planning M, D 70% of annual interest earned on fund up to a maximum of $10,000.00 ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Colloquium Announcement: Sense and Sustainability at the Université de Montréal Sense and Sustainability at the Université de Montréal Département d'études anglaises March 13 - 14, 2009 Keynote speaker Clive Doucet, poet & author of Urban Meltdown (2007) The English Graduate Student Society of the /Département d'études anglaises /at the /Université de Montréal /invites all graduate students to this historic multilingual city to attend our sixth annual colloquium 'Sense and Sustainability: Green approaches to reading', from Friday March 13th to Saturday March 14th, 2009, located in the beautiful Pavillion Jean-Coutu. Send your 250-word abstract to submissions(a)egss-umontreal.org <mailto:submissions@egss-umontreal.org> by January 31, 2009.For CFP see: www.egss-umontreal.org <http://www.egss-umontreal.org> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *PHDs Interested in Work in Saudi Arabia?* King Saud University, invites distinguished PhD holders in the fields of Engineering, Biotechnology, Computer Sciences and Business Administration to join as University Staff. *Requirements:* 1. PhD holders from well-respected universities in Europe, New Zealand, Australia and/or USA/Canada 2. With experience both in teaching and research *Features: * 1. Salary about $ 30,000.00 - 80,000.00 per Annum. 2. Accommodation allowance. 3. Annual air tickets up to 4 persons "Business class". 4. Free medical care. 5. Tax free *Please send your application and CVs to:** **ndaghri(a)ksu.edu.sa <mailto:ndaghri@ksu.edu.sa>* For more information please visit www.ksu.edu.sa <http://www.ksu.edu.sa/> http://faculty.ksu.edu.sa/5781/default.aspx ------------------------------------------------------------------------ IGSS Application Form Available *International Graduate Student Scholarship (IGSS) * <http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/funding/112.htm> Beginning with the 2005-2006 academic session, scholarships will be offered to recognize and reward the excellence of international graduate students pursuing Master's or Ph.D. degrees at the University of Manitoba. The scholarships will be offered to students who: (1) are international students (i.e., those in Canada on study permits) continuing in full-time study in the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of Manitoba in either the second year of a two-year Master's program, the second year of a two-year Ph.D. program, the second or third year of a three-year Ph.D. program, or in the first year of a Ph.D. program after completing a Master's degree at the University of Manitoba; (2) are paying the international student tuition fee; (3) have achieved a minimum cumulative grade point average of 3.5 over the equivalent of the last two years of study; (4) show great promise as researchers and as graduate students; and (5) are not recipients of external funding that pays for their tuition. The value of the scholarship is $4,000. This scholarship may be held with the UMGF and other awards offered by the University of Manitoba, but may not be held in conjuction with the International Graduate Student Entrance Scholarship (IGSES) and the International Graduate Student Bursary (IGSB). Students may be considered for this scholarship in each year of eligible study. Students who are enrolled in a re-registration year are not eligible. Scholarships will only be applied against any outstanding international tuition fee differential. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *The Canadian Arthritis Network: 2009 Pilot Grant Program (PGP)* for******* new investigators* The Canadian Arthritis Network, a federally-funded organization that funds arthritis research, supports trainees and acts as a facilitator to connect the leading players in the arthritis research community, has recently launched an* open competition*** for pilot operating funds.** The******* 2009 Pilot Grant Program (PGP)* for******* new investigators* aims to support new researchers who are establishing their careers in arthritis in the areas of Osteoarthritis (OA), Inflammatory Joint Diseases (IJD) or Bioengineering for the Restoration of Joint Function (BIO). The program will provide one-time funding to innovative research proposals submitted by eligible applicants. Eligibility: new investigators who, at the time of the application: · are within three years of receiving their first academic appointment; · hold an appointment as an independent investigator at a CIHR eligible institution at the time of taking up the award, and throughout the term of the award; · who do not hold (or have not held) peer-reviewed operating funds as a Principal Investigator totalling greater than $30,000. *****Funding* · Up to $50,000 is available from the Canadian Arthritis Network for this award. *Application Deadlines* · Registration deadline: Monday, February 2, 2009 · Submission deadline: Monday, February 16, 2009 A Registration form and Grant Review Selection Process form have been attached for those interested in applying for funding. These forms, and other relevant information, are also available on the Canadian Arthritis Network's website here: _http://www.arthritisnetwork.ca/r_and_d/randd_researchpro_en.php#pgp_ <http://www.arthritisnetwork.ca/r_and_d/randd_researchpro_en.php> Any questions should be directed to Stefanie Cara at 416-586-4800 ext. 5164 or _scara(a)mtsinai.on.ca_ <mailto:scara@mtsinai.on.ca>. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2009 U of M Political Studies Students' Conference: "The Never-Ending Story? Conflicts in the Middle East" The organising committee for the 2009 U of M Political Studies Students' Conference (PSSC) entitled "The Never-Ending Story? Conflicts in the Middle East", would like to extend an invitation for all graduate students at the U of M. Briefly, the conference is being held between *January 28-30* and seeks to engage students, leading academics and the public in an open forum to explore a range of key challenges that confront the MIddle East. There will be eighteen guest speakers on six panels to discuss topics that include: "The Israeli-Palestinian Question", "Social Conflict: Religion and Political Culture", "Economic Conflict: Oil and Water", "Military Conflict: Proliferation", "Geopolitical Conflict: Territory and External Powers" and "Canada, Conflict and the MIddle East." Also, the keynote speaker is Michael Bell. He is from the University of Windsor and was the former Canadian Ambassador to Israel, Jordan and Egypt. He recently gave an interview to the Globe and Mail about the current crisis in Gaza. The conference is located at the Great Hall (University College building) at the University of Manitoba. A question period will follow each panel. We also have a website at www.umpssc.ca <http://www.umpssc.ca/> ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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

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FGS Announcements for the week of January 19, 2009
by Enza Pohl 19 Jan '09

19 Jan '09

To Awards Contacts, please circulate as required. This message has been sent to graduate students. To view this email in your web browser, please click link http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/htmlmail/awrd20090119.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 for the week of: 19 January 2009 *_Title of Award or Scholarship_* /*_Application Deadline or Date of Event_*/ /*_Research Area_*/ /*Study Level (M=Master, _D=Doctoral)_*/ _/*Value*/_ *SILVERHILL INSTITUTE OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND CONSERVATION GRANT <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 27 environmental or conservation focus M, D $3,500 *NSEP DAVID L. BOREN FELLOWSHIPS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* January 29 language study and international research M, D $30,000 *INTERNATIONAL SPACE UNIVERSITY 2009 SPACE STUDIES PROGRAM <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* January 30 ALL M, D Tuition, travel, room and board on campus (approximately $27,000) ONASSIS, ALEXANDER S. BENEFIT FOUNDATION, FOREIGNERS' FELLOWSHIPS PROGRAMME <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> January 31 humanistic sciences, political studies, law, economics, film studies, music M, D A round trip air-ticket (economy class) for the scholarship recipient only for his/her arrival and upon his/her definite departure from Greece and a monthly allowance of EUR 1.200 for subsistence, accommodation and all other expenses *WRTC GRADUATE TRAINING & STUDENTSHIPS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 6, 2009 (for U of M students) Medicine, Community Health, Nursing M, D $16,000 *KAPPA KAPPA GAMMA FOUNDATION OF CANADA SCHOLARSHIP FOR CANADIAN WOMEN <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 2 Unrestricted D $5,000 *BOYLE, LEONARD E. DISSERTATION PRIZE <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 6 medieval studies D cash award as well as a membership in the Society for three years *CIHR - TRAVEL AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 16th, April 15th, June 15th, and October 1st sex, gender, health of men, women, girls, boys M, D The maximum amount for a single award is $1,000 to partially cover the costs of travel, accommodations, and registration. *MACKENZIE KING OPEN SCHOLARSHIP 2009-2010 <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 2 Unrestricted M, D $10,000 subject to change One Open Scholarship is awarded annually across Canada. *UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA DISTINGUISHED DISSERTATION AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 27 Unrestricted D The deadline for faculties and schools to have their nominations to FGS is February 27 *DEER LODGE HOSPITAL STAFF ASSOCIATION MEMORIAL FUND AWARD <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 1 Medicine M, D Personal Awards: $1000 per applicant Travel Grants: $500 *WRTC GRADUATE TRAINING & STUDENTSHIPS <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 6 Medicine, Community Health, Nursing M, D February 6 *BORG, ANITA MEMORIAL SCHOLARSHIP <http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…>* February 23 Computer science, computer engineering, software engineering or related technical fields M, D $5,000 CAD ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Call for Papers: Education Graduate Students' Society (EGSS) The Education Graduate Students' Society (EGSS) warmly invites students and faculty members to celebrate research and theory in education, and bridge their work with practical applications by submitting a proposal related to one of the following divisions: Culture and Values . Curriculum Studies . Educational Leadership and Policy . Educational Psychology . School Psychology . Counseling . Child and Adolescent Development . Kinesiology . Physical Education . Technology, Media, and Information Studies . Second Language Education . Teacher Education . Human Development . Not sure if your work would fit into any of these categories? E-mail us at egssconference2009(a)gmail.com <mailto:egssconference2009@gmail.com> The McGill EGSS Conference is a great opportunity to come together, professionally and personally, to share ideas and begin dialogues with individuals across various fields of education. Past conferences have attracted students and faculty both nationally and internationally. In addition, the McGill EGSS Conference is the perfect place for students to develop presentation skills and put valuable experience on your CV. Find out more *here* <attachments/EGSS_Call4Papers.pdf>. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ *Conference Announcment: /Alzheimer Society 2009 Conference /* */*Partners in Care...Unlimited Possibilities*/* March 9th & 10th, 2009 Canad Inns - Polo Park 1405 St. Matthews . Winnipeg Find out more by reading *this attachment <attachments/Alzheimer_Society.pdf>*. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ 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

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