The Riddell Faculty is pleased to share upcoming events, research updates, and key deadlines ahead.
Career Month Kick-off
Visit the Career Month booth hosted by Career Services and UMSU for coffee, hot chocolate, cookies and to learn about upcoming events and services available throughout the year. Open to
all students. Faculty and staff.
November 3, 2026, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm, 1st floor UMSU University Centre
Volunteer Fair
In partnership with Volunteer Manitoba and UMSU, visit this event to connect with community organizations such as Canadian Parks & Wilderness Society, Apathy is Boring, Girl Guides of
Canada, Rotary Club of Winnipeg – Charleswood, Winnipeg Search & Rescue.
November 4, 2026 10:00 am - 2:00 pm,
1st floor UMSU University Centre
Speed Networking Event
Join the UM Wetlanders for our annual event connecting students with professionals in the conservation and environmental sectors. Dinner will be provided.
November 4, 2026 5:30-7:30 pm, Earth Sciences Study Room
Book Launch: Winnipeg’s Pembina Highway A Road Trip to the Past
Written by Wayne Chan
November 7, 2026, 3:00 PM, Fort Garry Public Library
Email Wayne.Chan@umanitoba.ca for more info
Responding to Sexual Violence Disclosures
The University of Manitoba is committed to being a safe place for people to disclose experiences of sexual violence and to receive effective support and referrals. Designed to give faculty,
staff and students the knowledge and skills to respond to disclosures in an effective, compassionate, supportive, and consistent way, this workshop walks participants through key elements and guidelines to responding to a disclosure of sexual violence and
making appropriate referrals.
November 9, 2026, 1:00 - 4:00 PM, 307 Tier building
Graduate Programs Info Session
Explore graduate programs in Earth Sciences, Environment and Geography, and the Natural Resources Institute. Hear from current students and program administrators, ask questions, and learn about your options. Lunch is provided. RSVP now.
November 20, 2026 11:30 am - 1:00 pm, Earth Sciences Study Room
Breaking barriers: 2SLGBTQIA+ representation and inclusion in science
Celebrate the International Day of 2SLGBTQIA+ People in STEM with a lecture by Dr. Julie Blackwood on mathematical models for managing white-nose syndrome in bats, followed by a panel discussion on representation and inclusion in science. Admission is free,
but registration is required. Light snacks will be provided.
November 20, 2026 2:30 - 4:30 pm, 204 Armes
Winter Clothing Donations Needed
Help a student in need by donating your gently used winter jackets, pants, or boots to the International Centre’s Winter Clothing Library.
Academic Advising
Get support with degree planning, course selection, registration, and academic policies. Academic advisors are available for in-person
and virtual appointments throughout the year.
Email
Riddell.Advisor@umanitoba.ca or
book an in-person or virtual appointment via https://3620.waitwell.ca.
Career Advising in Wallace
Career advising appointments are now available for Riddell undergraduate and graduate students! Book an in-person session in the Wallace
Building or a virtual appointment at
https://3620.waitwell.ca.
In case you missed us in the news...
October 16, 2026
Dr. Kirstin Brink
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Riddell.Faculty@umanitoba.ca.