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Travel Award
by Martha Blouw 05 Feb '08

05 Feb '08

Faculty of Graduate Studies Graduate Student Travel Award The Faculty of Graduate Studies allocates funds to assist Master's and Ph.D. students with costs for travel for presentations of papers, posters, or other creative work pertinent to their studies. Approved events include conferences, major festivals or other artistic events sponsored by recognized national or international organizations. The next deadline is: March 1 - for conferences scheduled from April 1 to July 31 Applications are available at: http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/media/FGS_Travel_App.pdf -- Martha Blouw, Administrative Assistant Department of Plant Science 226 Agriculture Building 66 Dafoe Road University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8223 Fax: (204) 474-7528 martha_blouw(a)umanitoba.ca http://www.umanitoba.ca/afs/plant_science/

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GSA Election Nominations
by Simon Neufeld 05 Feb '08

05 Feb '08

Hello Plant Science Colleagues, It's election time all over the place these days, and the Graduate Students Association is no exception. If you'd like to run in the General Election for an executive position, the nomination period is now open. The information is in the email below, and the nomination form is attached. The job descriptions and responsibilities of the different positions are outlined in the GSA constitution, which is downloadable from the GSA website, www.umgsa.ca. The CRO for this election is Trish Kelley, whose email is cro(a)umgsa.ca. If you have questions, direct them her way. Thanks, Simon Neufeld. -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Update: GSA Election Nominations Date: Mon, 04 Feb 2008 18:35:23 -0600 From: Trish Kelley <umkelle0(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> To: undisclosed-recipients:; Hi councillors, Could you pass this on to members of your departments instead of the first email? Sorry, I had to make some changes. Thanks, Trish Hi everybody! This email is to announce the start of the nomination period for the upcoming GSA election. If you're interested in running in the election, you must complete a nomination form and have it signed by ten members of the GSA. The form must be submitted to 221 University Centre by February 15, 2008. A copy of the nomination form is attached to this email. You can also pick one up and the GSA office at 221 University Centre, and it will be available soon on the GSA wesite. The elected positions are: President 3 -Vice Presidents 3 - Senators Anyone interested in running should familiarize themselves with the GSA elections bylaws. Please contact me with any questions about the election at cro(a)umgsa.ca <mailto:cro@umgsa.ca>. Trish

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[Fwd: Academia Sinica, Taiwan-Phd Announcement (2008-09)]
by Bev Godard 04 Feb '08

04 Feb '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: Academia Sinica, Taiwan-Phd Announcement (2008-09) Date: Sat, 02 Feb 2008 02:47:13 -0600 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca ------------------------- Hi All, I am forwarding an information which I thought would be useful for those who are willing to apply for a phd program in Taiwan. "Academia Sinica, the preeminent research institution in Taiwan , is pleased to announce that its Taiwan International Graduate Program is now accepting applications for the 2008-2009 academic year. In 2002, Academia Sinica established the ?Taiwan International Graduate Program? (TIGP), a Ph.D. granting program in cooperation with the most prestigious national universities in Taiwan . Currently, it offers eight Ph.D. programs and those who successfully complete the academic requirements will be conferred a Ph.D. degree by the partner university and a certificate jointly signed by the President of Academia Sinica and the Director of TIGP. Students in this Program will conduct research in a highly stimulating environment with excellent facilities. All students admitted to the Program are responsible for the payment of tuition fees to their registered university (about US$1500-2000 per year) upon registration. In addition, financial support is guaranteed for students with a good standing in the Program. A fellowship of approximately USD 970/month will be granted to each student admitted to the program for up to 3 years. Afterwards, continuous financial support will be provided by the advisor of each student. Inexpensive and convenient housing is also available to students." Further details are available on the website at: http://tigp. sinica.edu. tw/ <http://tigp.sinica.edu.tw/>. TIGP now offers the option of on-line application via the following website: http://db1n. sinica.edu. tw/textdb/ tigp/index. php <http://db1n.sinica.edu.tw/textdb/tigp/index.php>. TIGP offers eight Ph.D. programs in 2008: 1. _Chemical Biology and Molecular Biophysics <http://www.sinica.edu.tw/%7Etigpcbmb/>_ 2. _Molecular Science and Technology <http://tigp.iams.sinica.edu.tw/MST.htm>_ 3. _Molecular and Biological Agricultural Sciences <http://www.sinica.edu.tw/%7Eibawww/mba/mba.html> _ 4. _Molecular and Cell Biology <http://www.imb.sinica.edu.tw/mcb>_ 5. _Bioinformatics <http://tigpbp.iis.sinica.edu.tw/>_ 6. _Nano Science and Technology <http://www.phys.sinica.edu.tw/TIGP-NANO/>_ 7. _Molecular Medicine <http://www.ibms.sinica.edu.tw/mmp/>_ 8. _Computational Linguistics and Chinese Language Processing <http://clclp.ling.sinica.edu.tw/>_ For more information, please contact TIGP Admission Office: Ms. Alice Lee TEL: +886-2-27899696 Fax:886-2-2785- 8944 E-mail: alicelee@gate. sinica.edu. tw <http://us.mc946.mail.yahoo.com/mc/compose?to=alicelee@gate.sinica.edu.tw> PS: Some of my friends are studying in this institute and if you wish to know about a particular research group, or anything please mail me. Best regards, Muthu -- Bev Godard Secretary Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8563 Fax: (204) 474-7528 Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca

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(IAPB) International Association of Plant Biotechnology
by Bev Godard 01 Feb '08

01 Feb '08

The 7th Canadian Workshop of the IAPB will be held at the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon May 5-8th 2008. The Seed Development Workshop will follow in May 8 & 9th. Topics to be discussed include: -Embryogenesis/haploidy -Transformation: bridging tissue culture and molecular biology -Bioproducts and biotechnology -siRNA and miRNA plant biotechnology -cell custure revisited -Application of plant biotechnology Inivited speakers for the IAPD workshop include: -S.B. Gelvin, Purdue University - S. Ochatt, INRA France -S. Webb, Dow AgroSciences -T. Thorpe, U of Calgary -D.Dennis, Performance Plants -P. Polowick, NCR-PBI -G. Tang, U of Kentucky For for information: www.iapbcanada.org or e-mail: iapb2008(a)nrc-cnrc.gc.ca -- Bev Godard Secretary Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8563 Fax: (204) 474-7528 Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca

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[Fwd: please foward- Soil Survey Books & Maps MB]
by Bev Godard 31 Jan '08

31 Jan '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: please foward- Soil Survey Books & Maps MB Date: Thu, 31 Jan 2008 12:51:11 -0600 From: umhermaa(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> References: <47A0A87D.6060909(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> Hi Graggies- Not sure whom might use this information but soil survey maps and soil classification maps can be found for Manitoba at the following link. http://sis.agr.gc.ca/cansis/publications/mb/index.html this link will get soil maps and books for areas in Manitoba. Anndrea -- Bev Godard Secretary Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8563 Fax: (204) 474-7528 Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca

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Le Prix Sangster Award
by Bev Godard 30 Jan '08

30 Jan '08

The Canadian National Committee for CODATA (CNC/CODATA) is accepting applications for The Sangster Award. This award, valued at Can. $3,000, will enable a graduate student enrolled in a Canadian University, or a graduate who has completed his or her graduate degree within 3 years of the application deadline, to attend and present their work at the 21st International CODATA Conference, Scientific Information for Society - from Today to the Future, 5-8 October 2008, Kyiv, Ukraine. It is expected that the award winner's field of study will support the general objectives of CODATA, namely, to help foster and advance science and technology through developing and sharing knowledge about data and data-related activities. Deadline for Applications: March 31, 2008 For application guidelines and award details: http://www.codata.org/canada/sangster For conference details: http://www.codata.org -- Bev Godard Secretary Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8563 Fax: (204) 474-7528 Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca

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[Fwd: World bank summer internship program]
by Bev Godard 28 Jan '08

28 Jan '08

I am forwarding the following message on behalf of Muthu. -------- Original Message -------- Subject: World bank summer internship program Date: Mon, 28 Jan 2008 05:59:54 -0600 From: umbagava(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca ---------------------- Hi, I am forwarding a message which I thought will be useful for those who would like to do an internship through a world-Bank program in international development. *Applications for the Summer Internship Program are now accepted until January 31, 2008. * The Internship Program is open to students who are nationals of the Bank's member countries <http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/EXTABOUTUS/0,,contentMDK:20122865%…> (including Canada) and attracts a large number of highly qualified candidates. The goal of this Internship Program is to offer successful candidates an opportunity to improve their skills as well as the experience of working in an international environment. Interns generally find the experience to be rewarding and interesting. To be eligible for the Internship Program, candidates must possess an undergraduate degree and already be enrolled in a full-time graduate study program (pursuing a Master's degree or PhD with plans to return to school in a full-time capacity. Generally, successful candidates have completed their first year of graduate studies or are already into their PhD programs. This Program typically seeks candidates in the following fields: economics, finance, human development (public health, education, nutrition, population), social science (anthropology, sociology), *agriculture, environment,* private sector development, as well as other related fields. Fluency in English is required. Prior relevant work experience, computing skills, as well as knowledge of languages such as French, Spanish, Russian, Arabic, Portuguese, and Chinese are advantageous. The Bank pays an hourly salary to all Interns and, where applicable, provides an allowance towards travel expenses. Interns are responsible for their own living accommodations. Most positions are located in Washington, DC (some positions are offered in country offices) and are a minimum of four weeks in duration. The World Bank Group Internship Program is offered during two seasons: * *Summer (June-September) *The application period for the Summer Program is *December 1 - January 31* each year. * *Winter (December-March) *The application period for the Winter Program is *September 1 - October 31* each year. For more details and apply online, please follow this link (or you could even google it): http://web.worldbank.org/WBSITE/EXTERNAL/EXTHRJOBS/0,,contentMDK:20515785~m… Best regards, Muthu Bagavathiannan -- Bev Godard Secretary Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8563 Fax: (204) 474-7528 Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca

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[Fwd: Director of libraries coffee]
by Simon Neufeld 25 Jan '08

25 Jan '08

Hello fellow grad students. Please read the information below from the Vice President (Academic) regarding the selection process for a new Director of Libraries at the U of M. FREE COFFEE FREE COFFEE FREE COFFEE If you have questions, email the PA, Caroline Rosa, at vpa(a)umgsa.ca. Simon. -------- Original Message -------- Subject: Director of libraries coffee Date: Fri, 25 Jan 2008 14:28:07 -0500 From: vpa(a)umgsa.ca To: undisclosed-recipients: ; Hi everyone, The University is searching for a new director for the libraries. The search committee came up with 3 final candidates and therefore they will be at the university for public presentations and coffee with students (these coffees are arranged by the GSA and UMSU). Public Presentations: Ms. Alison Nussbaumer, University Librarian, UBC Public Presentation: Monday, January 28th, 2:00 to 3pm, Senate Chambers E3-262 Ms. Nicole Michaud-Oystryk, Acting Associate Director, UofM. Public Presentation: Thursday, January 31st , 2:00 to 3pm, Senate Chambers E3-262 Ms Karen Adams. Director of Library Services, UofAlberta. Public Presentation: Monday, February 4th, 2:00 to 3pm, Senate Chambers E3-262. These presentations are open to public and everyone is encouraged to attend. Cooffee Meeting days (taking place in the GSA office, rm 221 UC) Ms. Alison Nussbaumer, Tuesday Jan 29th 11:00 to 11:30am Ms. Nicole Michaud-Oystryk, Friday Feb 1st 11:00 to 11:30am Ms Karen Adams: Feb 4th 11:00 to 11:30am Please circulate this to people in your department and encourage people to attend to these meetings. Thank you, Caroline Rosa

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Organic Crop Improvement Association Scholarship
by Martha Blouw 24 Jan '08

24 Jan '08

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[Fwd: please forward to Grad students]
by Bev Godard 23 Jan '08

23 Jan '08

-------- Original Message -------- Subject: please forward to Grad students Date: Wed, 23 Jan 2008 09:55:27 -0600 From: umhermaa(a)cc.umanitoba.ca To: Bev Godard <godardbd(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> References: <47965A9E.8060909(a)cc.umanitoba.ca> Hi fellow graduates- Can you please email me umhermaa(a)cc.umanitoba.ca if you are planning on ice skating tonite. If there is no interest then we will set a new date and time. Please let me know. Thanks- Anndrea -- Bev Godard Secretary Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba 66 Dafoe Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8563 Fax: (204) 474-7528 Bev_Godard(a)umanitoba.ca

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