The Riddell Faculty is pleased to share upcoming events,
research updates, and key deadlines ahead.
PhD Candidacy Exam - Yuhua Situ
Environment & Geography
Contact Celia.Mellinger@umanitoba.ca for more info
April 28, 2026 Tuesday 1:00 PM
PhD Proposal Defence - Paulo Victor Marchetto Silva
Environment & Geography
Contact Celia.Mellinger@umanitoba.ca for more info
May 1, 2026 Friday 11:15 AM
545 Wallace, Hochheim Theatre
Undergrad Initiative Prize
This award recognizes a Riddell undergraduate student who has completed at least one year of full-time study, is in good academic standing, and has made a meaningful contribution to a
local, regional, national, or international initiative that benefits the greater good.
Submit applications to: Riddell.Advisor@umanitoba.ca
Deadline: May 1, 2026 Friday
Undergrad Thesis Prize
This award recognizes a Riddell undergraduate student who has submitted an outstanding undergraduate thesis.
Submit applications to: Riddell.Advisor@umanitoba.ca
Deadline: May 1, 2026 Friday
Graduate Initiative Prize
This award recognizes a graduate student who has completed at least one year of full-time study in the Riddell Faculty, is in good academic standing, and has made a meaningful contribution
to a local, regional, national, or international initiative that benefits the greater good.
Submit applications to: Riddell.Advisor@umanitoba.ca
Deadline: May 1, 2026 Friday
Graduate Student Teaching Award
This award recognizes a Riddell graduate student who has taught a course in the academic year prior to the nomination deadline while enrolled in a graduate program
within the Faculty..
Deadline: May 1, 2026 Friday
Teaching Awards
Nominate an instructor for a Teaching Award. Submissions should describe the nominee’s teaching excellence and their impact on student learning.
Prep for University
An afternoon of exploration for future students, parents, and supporters. This come-and-go event features presentations and tours to help with the transition to university.
Register
HERE for the in-person event.
May 3, 2026 Sunday 1:00 - 4:00 pm
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
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
In case you missed it..
April 20, 2026
Dr. Eric Collins and the GENICE II Project
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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.