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The Riddell Faculty is pleased to share upcoming events, research updates, and key deadlines ahead.
EDIA Foundations Course Registration The next offering of EDIA: Foundations (EDIA 0100), the prerequisite for the Micro-certificate in Equity, Diversity, Inclusion and Accessibility (EDIA) for the UM community begins in September. June 29 - July 27, 2026 More infohttps://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/courses/edia-foundations?utm_source=UM+Today&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=EDIA+Foundations+Registration+2026&_gl=1*1dry5o5*_ga*MTc4NjAxNjAzLjE3NzQwNTMxMDk.*_ga_306ERQVP74*czE3ODMwOTg1MTgkbzEwJGcwJHQxNzgzMDk4ODU4JGo2MCRsMCRoMA.. https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/courses/edia-foundations?utm_source=UM+Today&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=EDIA+Foundations+Registration+2026&_gl=1*1dry5o5*_ga*MTc4NjAxNjAzLjE3NzQwNTMxMDk.*_ga_306ERQVP74*czE3ODMwOTg1MTgkbzEwJGcwJHQxNzgzMDk4ODU4JGo2MCRsMCRoMA..
Reading to Write - Summer 2026 Program (Online session) A free, three-week online program that builds academic reading and writing skills with tutor feedback. It is non-credit, has no grades or penalties, is eligible for Experiential Record Credit, and is best suited for students with fewer than 60 credit hours. July 22 - Aug 12, 2026, 9:00 - 10:00 am More infohttps://eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/studentaffairs/event/reading-to-write---summer-2026-program/
Copyright for faculty and instructors This session is a helpful refresher for faculty and instructors on UM copyright policies and support services for copyright management. It also focuses on Creative Commons resources and using images responsibly. July 22, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 pm More infohttps://eventscalendar.umanitoba.ca/site/libraries/event/copyright-for-faculty-and-instructors/
Buller Greenhouse Plant Sale Explore a wide variety of plants, from lush greens to vibrant blooms, perfect for enhancing your indoor or outdoor space. Plants are priced to go! Sale is cash only, and the greenhouse asks that you please bring your own bag(s). July 23, 2026, 10:00 am - 3:00 pm More infohttps://umanitoba.sharepoint.com/sites/um-intranet-science/_layouts/15/Event.aspx?ListGuid=1d88e42e-2ba0-43a0-9611-11689b81ef23&ItemId=6
Using Images If you regularly use images in your work, it’s important to consider copyright, as citing an image does not always allow reuse. This session covers image copyright, including ownership, when exemptions may apply, where to find free-to-use images, and how open licenses like Creative Commons work. July 23, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 pm More infohttps://lib-umanitoba.libcal.com/event/4016098
Post-Graduation Work Permit Info Session Learn about the eligibility requirements and criteria for the Post-Graduation Work Permit. Topics will include how to submit an application to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), required documents, and creating an IRCC secure account. Registration in advance of the session is required. July 23, 2026, 3:00 - 4:00 pm More infohttps://forms.cloud.microsoft/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=C92AT4wzTE6KFJBEaWL3uBFVhicgiTJEjBN7JivOhIZUMUJNRU01SU5QNU1MSkdVMDQ4RTRMR1lCQi4u&route=shorturl
MSc Defence, Clinton Macadam Environment and Geography July 29, 2026, 11:00 am 477 Wallace Building CEOS Boardroom Email Celia.Mellinger@umanitoba.ca for more info
UM Career Services Career development supports are available to all UM undergraduate and graduate students. Students can schedule in-person or virtual appointments throughout the year. Invite Career Services into your classroomhttps://forms.office.com/r/V9rey20DM6 for a 10-minute service introduction, or a full 50 to 75 minute workshop on career planning, grad school considerations, resume/CV, job search, interview preparation, networking. Questions? Contact: cs.receptionist@umanitoba.camailto:cs.receptionist@umanitoba.ca More infohttps://umanitoba.ca/career-services/
In case you missed us in the news..
July 12, 2026 Dr. John Hanesiak ’https://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/article/certainly-unusual-why-intense-storms-have-battered-southern-manitoba-over-the-last-month/Severe weather seasonhttps://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/article/certainly-unusual-why-intense-storms-have-battered-southern-manitoba-over-the-last-month/’https://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/article/certainly-unusual-why-intense-storms-have-battered-southern-manitoba-over-the-last-month/ is just getting started, says a meteorologisthttps://www.ctvnews.ca/climate-and-environment/article/certainly-unusual-why-intense-storms-have-battered-southern-manitoba-over-the-last-month/, (A. Karpa) CTV News
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