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
Across the Generations Trivia Night
The BETY Lab is hosting a fundraising trivia event at VWs Social Club with all proceeds going towards the Children’s Rehabilitation Foundation to fund activities and recreational programs for youth with disabilities.
July 13, 2026, 7:00 - 11:00 pm
Generative AI: Copyright ownership and responsibilities
This workshop covers copyright issues in Generative AI, including the use of materials as input, generated outputs, licensing considerations, user liability, and ownership of AI-generated
content, with a focus on research, teaching, and workplace use at UM.
July 15, 2026, 12:00 - 1:00 pm
Study Permit Extension Info Session
Learn about the process to extend your study permit. Topics will include how to submit an online application to Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada (IRCC), required documents, creating an IRCC secure
account, and more.
July 16, 2026 3:00 - 4:00 pm
Gimli Day Trip
Join the International Centre
lakeside town of Gimli, Manitoba. Tickets are $25 and include air‑conditioned round‑trip bus transportation.
July 17, 2026, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
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
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
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
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.
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
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 classroom 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.ca
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In case you missed us in the news..
June 30, 2026
Dr. John Hanesiak
July 8, 2026
Dr. John Hanesiak
July 8, 2026
Dr. David Sills, Adjunct Professor,
Environment and Geography
July 9, 2026
Dr. John Hanesiak
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