University of Manitoba

Student Weekly Graduate Edition
 
October 8 - 14
 
Upcoming Awards
 
VANIER CANADA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
$50,000/yr up to 3 years - for PhD Students
Research Field(s): UNRESTRICTED
Deadline: October 13, 2014 (EXTENDED)
 
 
NSERC - POSTGRADUATE SCHOLARSHIPS. CANADA GRADUATE SCHOLARSHIP
$21,000/year (for two or three years) - For Master's & PhD Students
Research Field(s): Natural Sciences and Engineering
Deadline: October 15, 2014
 
 
Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council Doctoral (SSHRC)
$20,000 per annum for 12, 24, 36 or 48 months - For PhD Students
Research Field(s): Social Sciences and Humanities
Deadline: November 7, 2014
 
 
Canadian Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarships
Canadian graduate students to receive scholarships to study or conduct research for periods of three months to one year in a Commonwealth country.
Research Field(s): Unrestricted
Deadline: November 24, 2014
 
 
Canada Graduate Scholarships – Master’s (CGSM)
$17,500 - For Master's Students
Research Field(s): Health, Natural Sciences, Engineering, Social Sciences, Humanities
Deadline: December 1, 2014
 
 
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ASE Career Fair
The ASE Career Fair, hosted by Career Services, UMES, and FASO, is being held October 9th from 3:00-7:00 p.m. on the 2nd floor of University Centre. Don’t miss out on this great opportunity to connect with 70 employers and learn about full-time, part-time, co-op and summer positions in the Engineering & Agricultural and Food Sciences Industry.
October 9, 2014 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. | Second Floor University Centre
 
 
Student Housing Survey: Let Your Voice Be Heard!
The University of Manitoba is conducting a STUDENT HOUSING MARKET AND DEMAND STUDY for the Fort Garry Campus, and we want your opinion! Future development of housing on the Fort Garry Campus will be influenced by this survey, so we encourage you to complete it let and your voice be heard!
DEADLINE: Wednesday, October 22, 2014
 
 
Massage Therapy available - direct billing to UMSU insurance
The Bison Athletic Therapy Centre has Massage Therapy appointments available now. Direct billing available to UMSU Health Insurance Plan with physician referral. Discounted rates for students! 204-474-6956
Tuesday, Thursday afternoons, Bison Athletic Therapy Centre 231 Investors Group Athletic Centre
 
 
Campus Dish
Exciting changes are happening in the University Centre food court. While renovations are still underway, U of M Dining Services has set up temporary dining options on campus.
AVAILABLE: OCTOBER 2014
 
 
The December 2014 Schedule of Final Exams is now available!
Dates and times have been finalized, and students are encouraged to review the schedule for any conflicts. Students must remain available until all exams and test obligations are complete.
 
 
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Upcoming Awards
 
Introduction to Mindfulness
October 9, 2014 | 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Fort Garry Campus
 
 
Disability Studies: Opening Doors and Creating Opportunities
October 9, 2014 | 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Fort Garry Campus
 
 
Social Media - Friend or Unfriend?
October 14, 2014 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Fort Garry Campus
 
 
Mitacs | FOUNDATIONS OF PROJECT MANAGEMENT I
October 22 & 23, 2014 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Fort Garry Campus
 
 
Mitacs | PRACTICE YOUR PRESENTATION SKILLS I
October 9, 2014 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Bannatyne Campus
 
 
More Workshops
 
Dates and Deadlines
  Coming Up  
 
October 1
Deadline to declare alternate exam location for Fall 2014 Distance & Online Education Exams.
Fort Garry & Bannatyne Campus
 
 
October 13
Thanksgiving Day - University Closed.
Fort Garry & Bannatyne Campus
 
 
October 22 & 23
Annual Fall Convocation Ceremonies.
Fort Garry & Bannatyne Campus
 
 
October 31
Postdoctoral Fellowship Opportunity at the Manitoba Centre for Health Policy
Application Deadline