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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 Routineshttps://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=581426ee-729d-422c-b77b-c94ae093e4fc (In Person)

May 14, 2026 The Power of Emotional Intelligencehttps://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=99e4539a-c501-412e-a1a0-aabb818506fe (In Person)

May 20, 2026 Note-taking for Researchhttps://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=e1ad1d0b-379b-4a94-8602-283b765da63e (In Person)

June 3, 2026 Basics of Writing a Research Proposalhttps://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=48b5b2ef-1e30-4608-9b47-41581c963591 (In Person)

June 17, 2026 Final Draft: Revising Your Thesis/Dissertation for Submissionhttps://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=9b49b447-6b46-49a6-accb-a2fbb289957a (In Person)

View full schedulehttps://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-workshops#upcoming-gradsteps-workshops

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 pagehttps://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/ethics-compliance/ethics/fort-garry#virtual-drop-in-sessions.

Human Ethics Newsletterhttps://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/ethics-compliance/ethics/fort-garry#human-research-ethics-newsletter Human Ethics Resourceshttps://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/ethics-compliance/ethics/fort-garry#guidelines-and-templates

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 Calendarhttps://catalog.umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/academic-guide/leaves-absence/.

Charge Ahead Charge Ahead is now available to graduate studentshttps://umanitoba.ca/student-supports/academic-supports/charge-ahead#graduate-workshops! 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 Forumhttps://www.eventbrite.com/cc/education-forum-4800380

A variety of workshops through out the year including two workshops series leading to a Letter of Accomplishment. More information and registration for workshopshttps://umanitoba.ca/arts/centre-social-science-research-and-policy

Microscopy Society of Canada – Central Chapter Microscopy Image Competition mailto:msc.smc.central@gmail.com 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 Conferencehttps://materials.umanitoba.ca/MMC - May 5, 2026 8:30 am - 7:00 PM EITC Atrium Faculty of Science: Innovation Hub Events The Science Innovation Hub https://umanitoba.ca/science/research/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.https://umanitoba.ca/asper/stu-clark-centre-for-entrepreneurship/social-entrepreneurship-accelerator-program#applications-now-open

Free education anywhere you are with the Stu Clark Webinar Serieshttps://umanitoba.ca/asper/stu-clark-centre-for-entrepreneurship/webinars#upcoming-webinars 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 2026https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-workshops#biotalent-training-programs Lakehead University - SESBASS 2026 Symposium

We are excited to announce the Science and Environmental Studies Biotechnology and Allied Sciences Symposium (SESBASS 2026)https://2026sesbass.weebly.com/ - 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 presentationhttps://2026sesbass.weebly.com/abstract.html or simply join as an attendee and take in the engaging presentations.

CAGS Workshops Anti-Racism Response Training (ART)https://cags-aces.wildapricot.org/ART-Training/ (Online) Réconciliations, Équité, Diversité et Inclusion (REDI)https://cags-aces.wildapricot.org/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 Educationhttps://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/advance-your-training-and-increase-your-earning-potential The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning Accessible Course Designhttps://umanitoba.ca/centre-advancement-teaching-learning/support/accessible-course-design-coaching

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 morehttps://umanitoba.ca/centre-advancement-teaching-learning/support Mitacs Training See the Mitacs Calendarhttps://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/training/training-courses for this month's offerings. Visit the FGPS websitehttps://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-workshops#mitacs-workshops 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. Learn morehttps://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-workshops#claim-workshops-for-your-co-curricular-record-ccr

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