GradSteps Workshops
To: Graduate Students, Postdocs, Graduate Chairs, and Graduate Support Staff
GradSteps are free workshops designed to help graduate students navigate their programs and prepare them to transfer their skills and knowledge into the workplace. Postdoctoral fellows
are welcome to attend GradSteps workshops to continue learning new skills for their careers.
Workshops are a hybrid format of in-person and online. Please check the location carefully when registering.
Upcoming GradSteps Workshops
May 6, 2026
Writing Process and Routines (In
Person)
May 14, 2026
The Power of Emotional Intelligence (In
Person)
May 20, 2026
Note-taking for Research (In
Person)
June 3, 2026
Basics of Writing a Research Proposal (In
Person)
June 17, 2026
Final Draft: Revising Your Thesis/Dissertation
for Submission (In Person)
Other Workshops
Human Ethics Drop-in Sessions
Online via Zoom
The Office of Human Research Ethics provides weekly drop-in sessions for all researchers, including students.
For the current meeting times and link please visit the
Human
Ethics drop-in page.
Human
Ethics Newsletter
Human
Ethics Resources
I am a PI and have an upcoming Leave of Absence. What steps do I need to take for my ethics protocol?
Student PIs on Parental or Exceptional Leave must inform the office of their status, as they cannot engage in thesis work until their return. For more information, please see the
Academic Calendar.
Charge Ahead
Charge
Ahead is now available to graduate students! This peer-facilitated program offers supportive spaces to connect, reflect, and grow alongside fellow grads. You
can book a one-on-one meeting with a peer mentor through our website, register for a workshop, or join a graduate conversation circle. However you choose to engage, Charge Ahead is here to support your academic journey and wellbeing.
Centre for Social Science Research and Policy (CSSRP)
April 21, 2026: Education Forum
A variety of workshops through out the year including two workshops series leading to a Letter of Accomplishment.
More information and registration for workshops
Microscopy Society of Canada – Central Chapter
Microscopy Image Competition
in conjunction with the Manitoba Materials Conference 2026. This competition invites participants to submit their microscopy images as artistic works, submit entry
and description to msc.smc.central@gmail.com (cash
prizes for first and second place)
Hosted at the
Manitoba Materials Conference -
May 5, 2026 8:30 am - 7:00 PM EITC Atrium
Faculty of Science: Innovation Hub Events
The Science Innovation Hub
serves as the gateway for advancing research innovation and nurturing entrepreneurship within the Faculty of Science.
Faculty of Science: Innovation Hub Events The Science Innovation Hub serves as the gateway for advancing research innovation and nurturing entrepreneurship within the Faculty
of Science.
Stu Clark Centre for Entrepreneurship
Social Entrepreneurship Accelerator Course - A new accelerator program made to help UM students
turn social impact ideas into viable businesses. Open to all students with weekly virtual sessions. Apply for a chance to
win $2500 towards your venture! Applications
close May 15, 2026.
Free education anywhere you are with the Stu Clark Webinar Series
Join us every month for our Webinar Series where we talk about relevant topics in business, entrepreneurship, idea generation, and more. These FREE webinars look to enhance your skill-set to help you in your career or entrepreneurship journey.
Biotalent Canada Training Programs
Course
Modules free until June 2026
Lakehead University - SESBASS 2026 Symposium
We are excited to announce the
Science and Environmental Studies Biotechnology and Allied Sciences Symposium (SESBASS
2026) - Frontiers in Biotechnology! This event is your opportunity to connect with researchers and students, to explore emerging innovations shaping the future
of biotechnology. Join us September 19-22, 2026 for engaging presentations, insightful discussions, and valuable networking opportunities in a collaborative and inspiring environment. Visit Lakehead University and tour the Research Facilities available here!
Submit an abstract for an Oral or Poster presentation or
simply join as an attendee and take in the engaging presentations.
CAGS Workshops
Anti-Racism Response Training (ART) (Online)
Réconciliations, Équité, Diversité et Inclusion (REDI) (Online)
Extended Education
Enhance your degree with career-ready skills Coursera Career Academy – Now 50% Off for UM Students
Learn more and sign up:
Advance your training
and increase your earning potential - UM Extended Education
The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning
Accessible
Course Design
Whether you are a new or experienced instructor, graduate student, or a postdoctoral fellow starting out on your teaching career, The Centre offers a broad range of teaching
development supports that will assist your teaching.
Learn more
Mitacs Training
See the
Mitacs Calendar for
this month's offerings. Visit the FGPS
website for information on setting up an EDGE account.
Experience Record
As GradSteps is an approved activity, you can claim experience credit for your workshop attendance if you register for and attend
at least six GradSteps workshops within the applicable year (May 1 to April 30). For in-person workshops, please ensure that you sign the attendance sheet at workshop start.
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more
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GradSteps Workshops
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