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Plant Science BBQ this Friday
by Danica Swaenepoel 06 Jul '16

06 Jul '16

Hey everyone, The PSGSA will be hosting another BBQ lunch this Friday, July 8th. Same as the June BBQ, this is just for fun and the charity BBQ will be coming up in August. $2 gets you a burger, chips, and pop. We have a veggie option as well. See you around 12:00-12:30 where the BBQ hangs out! Thanks! Danica Swaenepoel Graduate Student (M.Sc) Vice President, PSGSA 2015-2016 Department of Plant Science 222 Agriculture Building University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2

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FW: AAFC scientist position in forage agronomy - application deadline June 30th
by Martha Blouw 29 Jun '16

29 Jun '16

The Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada Kentville Research and Development Centre (KRDC) invites applications for a Research Scientist position with specialization in forage agronomy. Close collaboration occurs with the Faculty of Agriculture of Dalhousie University (Truro), and it is expected that the incumbent will be officially co-located at the university while using the Nappan Research Farm site. Closing date for applications is June 30th, 2016. Here is the link to the advertisement: https://emploisfp-psjobs.cfp-psc.gc.ca/psrs-srfp/applicant/page1800?poster=…

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FW: 2016-2017 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships Competition
by Martha Blouw 29 Jun '16

29 Jun '16

From: awards-contacts-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca [mailto:awards-contacts-bounces@lists.umanitoba.ca] On Behalf Of Rowena Krentz Sent: June-29-16 8:44 AM To: Awards Contact (awards-contacts(a)lists.umanitoba.ca) Subject: 2016-2017 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships Competition Dear Colleagues, Please be advised that the online application form for the 2016-2017 Vanier CGS Competition is now open in Research Net. Kindly distribute this information to potential Ph.D. students and refer them to the FGS Awards Database for additional information: http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow… Please be reminded that this Tri-Council award is open to Canadian Citizens, Permanent Residents and International Students. There are few new items to note for the award: Deadlines: 1. September 19, 2016 i. Students must submit transcripts to the Faculty of Graduate Studies by this deadline ii. NEW THIS YEAR A Nomination Letter from the Department Head must be submitted to our office by this deadline. The Nomination letter must include the following information: (a) Outline how the institution's research environment will foster the student's research interest and leadership skills. (b) Provide justification for the lack of mobility of applicants who are completing or have completed a Master's degree at the University of Manitoba. The letter should provide an explanation as to why it is in the best candidate's best interest to stay in the same institution. This will include further elaboration on the appropriateness of the supervisor in terms of resources, funding, publications, their research and training environment. Examples may include (but are not limited to) funding, facilities/resources and personnel that will be available to support the candidate as they carry out their proposed research and develop their research potential. 2. September 30, 2016 - Deadline to submit the online application via Research Net. Late applications will not be considered. If you need further information, please do not hesitate to ask. Thank you Rowena ________________________________ Rowena Krentz B.Comm. (Hons) Awards Officer Faculty of Graduate Studies * University of Manitoba 500 University Centre * Winnipeg, Manitoba * R3T 2N2 T 204.474.9836 * F 204.474.7553 ________________________________ Visit us Online: FGS Website<http://umanitoba.ca/graduate_studies/> * Facebook<http://www.facebook.com/umgradstudies/> * Twitter<http://www.twitter.com/umgradstudies/>

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Reminder: Grad Student BBQ Lunch Today
by Michelle Carkner 17 Jun '16

17 Jun '16

Good morning - Just a quick reminder that a few of us will be grilling up some burgers here at Plant Science for lunch today. The rain is so pose to clear late morning, but we can always eat in the lounge if it is too wet. $2 gets you a burger and a pop. See you around we'll start setting up the where the BBQ hangs out! Feel free to invite summer students are may be interested. Hope to see you there! Michelle

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BBQ lunch this Friday
by Michelle Carkner 13 Jun '16

13 Jun '16

Hi plant science gang! Graduate student association will be having a BBQ lunch this Friday! This is a 'just for fun' lunch - we'll be having our annual BBQ fundraiser for the Department in August. $2 gets you a burger and a pop. See you around 12:00-12:30 where the BBQ hangs out! Hope to see you there! Michelle

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If you were a teaching assistant, instructor in 15-16....
by Martha Blouw 10 Jun '16

10 Jun '16

....there are letters in your mailboxes regarding the position(s). Thanks. Martha

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FW from Cathy Bay: asbestos abatement
by Bev Godard 02 Jun '16

02 Jun '16

From: Cathy Bay Sent: June-02-16 4:02 PM To: Bev Godard Cc: Rob Visser Subject: asbestos abatement It is important for all to know that there will be no access to the greenhouse complex next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday (June 6,7,8), after 5 p.m. The work is expected to begin Monday at 5 p.m. and will to be completed by Thursday morning. The area will be cleaned up and open as usual Thursday morning. Thanks, Cathy

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Reminder: Clearing out the lounge fridge
by Michelle Carkner 26 May '16

26 May '16

Hey everyone, A friendly reminder that I will be clearing everything out of the fridge unless expressly signalled not to. This will take place Friday May 27 (tomorrow or today depending on when you get this) at 2:00pm. Feel free to come and keep me and Yang company! Thanks, Michelle

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FW: NSERC Community Engagement Visits 2016 / Visites du CRSNG en 2016 visant à mobiliser le milieu de la recherche
by Martha Blouw 26 May '16

26 May '16

From: Z-COORD [mailto:COORD@NSERC-CRSNG.GC.CA] Sent: Wednesday, May 25, 2016 8:41 AM To: Murkin,Kerry; Andrea Craig; Distasio,Jino; Rowena Krentz; Murkin,Kerry; England,Deanna Subject: NSERC Community Engagement Visits 2016 / Visites du CRSNG en 2016 visant à mobiliser le milieu de la recherche NSERC has begun its fourth annual round of community engagement visits so researchers, students and other stakeholders can connect with us to learn more about recent developments on NSERC 2020<http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/NSERC-CRSNG/NSERC2020-CRSNG2020/index_eng.asp> and get the latest program and policy updates. These visits also offer a platform for the community to ask questions and seek direct information from some of NSERC's grants, scholarships and partnerships experts. Some of the topics that we plan to discuss during this round include: · Highlights from Federal Budget 2016 · Updates on progress of the five goals of NSERC 2020 · Program updates on Strategic Partnerships, Discovery Grants and scholarships Here is information about the session that we will be hosting in your region: Date: Tuesday, June 7 Time: 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Location: E3 - 270 E.I.T.C. (Engineering and Information Technology Complex)<http://umanitoba.ca/maps/> Chancellors Circle, Winnipeg, Manitoba We would greatly appreciate if you could extend this invitation to anyone on your campus who would be interested in meeting with us. Participants are asked to RSVP through Connect with NSERC<http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/NSERC-CRSNG/Reports-Rapports/Connect-Connect_e…> by Friday, June 3 so we can make the appropriate arrangements. Thank you in advance for your interest and we look forward to meeting with you. ______________________________________________________________________________ Le CRSNG a entrepris une quatrième série de visites visant à mobiliser le milieu de la recherche afin de permettre aux chercheurs, aux étudiants et aux autres personnes intéressées de nous rencontrer pour en apprendre davantage sur les faits nouveaux ayant trait au Plan stratégique de 2020 du CRSNG et aux programmes et politiques de l'organisme. Ces visites servent également de plateforme au milieu de la recherche pour poser des questions et obtenir directement de l'information de la part du personnel responsable des subventions, des bourses et des partenariats du CRSNG. Voici certains points qui devraient être abordés dans le cadre des visites : · Faits saillants du budget fédéral de 2016; · Mise à jour sur les progrès concernant la réalisation des cinq objectifs du Plan stratégique de 2020 du CRSNG; · Mise à jour sur les subventions de partenariat stratégique, les subventions à la découverte et les bourses. Voici des renseignements sur la séance qui sera offerte dans votre région : Date : le mardi 7 juin Heure : 9 h à 12 h Endroit : E3 - 270 E.I.T.C. (Engineering and Information Technology Complex)<http://umanitoba.ca/maps/> Cercle Chancellors, Winnipeg (Manitoba) Nous vous serions reconnaissants de transmettre cette invitation à toute personne sur le campus qui souhaite nous rencontrer. Les participants sont priés de confirmer leur présence par l'entremise du site Branché sur le CRSNG<http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/NSERC-CRSNG/Reports-Rapports/Connect-Connect_f…> d'ici le vendredi 3 juin afin que nous puissions prendre les dispositions appropriées. Merci à l'avance pour votre intérêt et au plaisir de vous rencontrer.

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Sixth Prairie Conservation and Endangered Species Conference Fellowship
by Martha Blouw 26 May '16

26 May '16

SIXTH PRAIRIE CONSERVATION AND ENDANGERED SPECIES CONFERENCE FELLOWSHIP $1,125 (approx) - For Master's & PhD Students Read more ><http://news.umanitoba.ca/mymail/45078/00000000000000000000000000000000/aHR0…> Research Field(s): Environmental Studies Deadline: June 30, 2016

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