The Riddell Faculty is pleased to share upcoming events,
research updates, and key deadlines ahead.
Canada Impact+ Research Training Awards
Nominate an incoming PhD student who has applied or will be applying.
Submit applications to: Riddell.Advisor@umanitoba.ca
Deadline: May 8, 2026 Friday
CEOS at the Science Rendezvous
Manitoba's largest science and engineering festival, open to everyone, free to attend, with no sign-ups necessary. More than 60 interactive science booths!
May 9, 2026 Sunday 11:00 am - 3:00 pm
Student Exchange Program
Interested in studying abroad as part of your UM degree? The secondary exchange application period still has available placements for the Winter and Summer 2027 terms.
Applications due May 15, 2026
BioBlitz Week
An exciting, campus-wide initiative to explore and document the biodiversity found in and around the university. Throughout the week, students, faculty, staff, and community members are
encouraged to photograph and record wild plants, animals, fungi, and other organisms spotted on campus using the free app or University of Manitoba – BioBlitz Week! · iNaturalist Canada.
May 11 to May 15, 2026
Graduate Student Funding
The Indigenous CREATE program provides training and mentorship opportunities for Indigenous students who want to better underdstand ongoing changes in the environment and enhance their research skills.
Deadline: June 1, 2026
Ready to Roam
An early arrival experience that gives future UM students the opportunity to explore campus, get familiar with the physical space, learn about campus resources, and begin
building connections ahead of the fall. Term. Programming includes mini-lectures, and academic skill building sessions, campus tours, and an info fair.
July 28, 2026 Tuesday 3:00 - 8:00 pm
Wallace Bike Pods
Bike pod parking is now available on campus. The weather-resistant pods include Bluetooth locks that can be accessed through a smartphone app and provide secure parking for up to six bikes. Rentals are available for $5/month
plus GST through the Parking Portal. Those interested can join the waitlist through the
bike pod waitlist form.
Connect with us:
If you have activities, events or announcements you would like to feature in upcoming weekly updates, please send the details to
Riddell.Faculty@umanitoba.ca.