September 2024 - Soils-grads - University of Manitoba Mailing Lists

Soil Science Seminar Tomorrow Wednesday 12:30pm- Aaron Glenn
by Ekta Badesha 24 Sep '24

24 Sep '24

Hi Soil Science grad students, Please see announcement below and poster attached. Thanks, Ekta Ekta Badesha (she/her) B.A. Graduate Program Advisor Departments of Plant Science and Soil Science Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences From: Mario Tenuta <Mario.Tenuta(a)umanitoba.ca> Sent: September 24, 2024 9:35 AM Subject: Soil Science Seminar Tomorrow Wednesday 12:30pm- Aaron Glenn Hello. Our first seminar of the fall term is tomorrow. We have the pleasure of an alumni of our graduate program speaking - Dr. Aaron Glenn, AAFC Brandon. Coffe and doughnuts provided. Cheers, Mario Soils For Our Future A Gathering of Global to Local Perspectives July 20-25, 2025 - Winnipeg, Canada International Joint Meeting of the Global Soil Security Organization, Canadian Society of Soil Science, and International Union of Soil Sciences Division1-Soils In Space and Time. Hosted by the Soil Conservation Council of Canada and the Manitoba Soil Science Society Mario Tenuta, Ph.D., P.Ag. NSERC/WGRF/Fertilizer Canada Industrial Research Chair in 4R Nutrient Stewardship Professor of Soil Ecology and Associate Head, Department of Soil Science, University of Manitoba 13 Freedman Cr., Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3T 2N2 Canada Tel: +1 204 290 7827 Email: mario.tenuta(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:mario.tenuta@umanitoba.ca> Twitter: @soilecologyUMan Web: www.soilecology.ca<http://www.soilecology.ca/> [cid:image001.png@01DB0E64.B9FFD030][cid:image002.png@01DB0E64.B9FFD030] The University of Manitoba campuses are located on original lands of Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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GRAD 7500 and GRAD 7300
by Ekta Badesha 13 Sep '24

13 Sep '24

To all new graduate students: I noticed some of you have not registered for the tutorials GRAD 7500 (Academic Integrity) and GRAD 7300 (Research Integrity). GRAD 7500 must be completed in your first term, and GRAD 7300 must be completed within your first year. PLEASE ENSURE YOU REGISTER FOR THESE COURSES. You must register for these tutorials the same way you register for regular courses. Link to more info: https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/core-academic-requ… Let me know if you have any questions. All the best, Ekta [cid:image001.png@01DB05F8.2A859F30] Ekta Badesha, B.A. (she/her) Graduate Program Advisor Departments of Plant and Soil Science Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences 226 Agriculture Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 204-474-8223 Ekta.Badesha(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Ekta.Badesha@umanitoba.ca> I acknowledge with great respect that my place of work, the University of Manitoba, is located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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If you plan to defend your thesis this term: Thesis Deadlines
by Ekta Badesha 12 Sep '24

12 Sep '24

Hello MSc and PhD Soil Science Students, If you plan to defend your thesis this term (for Feb 2025 graduation) please make sure you review the FGS thesis submission deadlines and recommendations. Below is the link and a pic: https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/thesis-and-practic… Let me know if you have any questions, Ekta [cid:image001.png@01DB0520.3541F910] [cid:image002.png@01DB0520.3541F910] Ekta Badesha, B.A. (she/her) Graduate Program Advisor Departments of Plant and Soil Science Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences 226 Agriculture Building Winnipeg, Manitoba R3T 2N2 204-474-8223 Ekta.Badesha(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Ekta.Badesha@umanitoba.ca> I acknowledge with great respect that my place of work, the University of Manitoba, is located on original lands of the Anishinaabeg, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, and Dene peoples, and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect the Treaties that were made on these territories, we acknowledge the harms and mistakes of the past, and we dedicate ourselves to move forward in partnership with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration.

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Upcoming GradSteps and Other workshops - September 2024
by Ekta Badesha 09 Sep '24

09 Sep '24

[University of Manitoba Faculty of Graduate Studies]<https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/> ________________________________ GradSteps Workshops GradSteps are free workshops designed to help graduate students navigate their programs and prepare them to transfer their skills and knowledge into the workplace. Postdoctoral fellows are also welcome to attend GradSteps workshops to continue learning new skills for their careers. Workshops are a hybrid format of in-person and online. Please check the location carefully when registering. September 19 Introduction to Archives<https://lib-umanitoba.libcal.com/event/3819550> (Online) September 23 Writing at the Graduate Level<https://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=8256abdd-bf9b-4a21-bde7-8181e20…> (In Person) September 25 CORE'd out? A Guide to Fort Garry Research Ethics Board Submissions<https://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=b5f7c651-d3ce-48c3-a998-05bcd6c…> (Online) October 2 Misinformation and Disinformation: How to Spot Fake News<https://lib-umanitoba.libcal.com/event/3819551> (Online) October 3 Exploring the University of Manitoba Archives & Special Collections<https://lib-umanitoba.libcal.com/event/3819568> (Online) October 7 Understanding and Managing Race Related Stress and Distress<https://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=0e8333a6-fd08-4f27-a1e2-8b000de…> (In Person) Citing Sources: Why, When, and How<https://applygrad.umanitoba.ca/register/?id=bdf8ccde-6dc9-42e7-8807-51f3c63…> (In Person) View full schedule<https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-w…> Other Workshops Human Ethics Drop-in Sessions Online via Zoom Wednesdays from 1:00pm to 2:00pm Thursdays from 9:30am to 10:30am The Human Ethics - Fort Garry office is providing weekly drop-in sessions for all researchers, including students. They will be available to answer questions on the ethics applications as well as feedback you have received from the committees. If you are not able to make the drop-in time, please email humanethics(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:humanethics@umanitoba.ca> with your questions or to set up another time to meet. Human Ethics drop-in meeting<https://umanitoba.zoom.us/j/69346027696?pwd=K3I5VnhuV2k1QlhtNlZ3MEJZVHhTdz09> Meeting ID: 693 4602 7696 Passcode: Ethics101 Please log in using your myumanitoba.ca or umanitoba.ca Zoom account. Human Ethics Newsletter<https://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/ethics-compliance/ethic…> Human Ethics Resources<https://umanitoba.ca/research/opportunities-support/ethics-compliance/ethic…> Teach-In for Reconciliation September 27, 2024 1 - 3:00 pm Faculty of Architecture Atrium– 84 Curry Place (Russell Building) Event will be live streamed as well. Link TBD. For further information please contact Danielle.Lang(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:Danielle.Lang@umanitoba.ca> Mawachihitotaak (Let's Get Together): Métis Studies Symposium September 25 - 28<https://www.mawachihitotaak.com/> Biotalent Canada Training Programs Course Modules free until June 2026<https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-w…> CAGS Workshops Anti-Racism Response Training (ART)<https://cags-aces.wildapricot.org/ART-Training/> (Online) Réconciliations, Équité, Diversité et Inclusion (REDI)<https://cags-aces.wildapricot.org/REDI/> (Online) Extended Education - Equity Diversity Inclusion Accessibility EDIA Foundations Course<https://umanitoba.ca/extended-education/programs-and-courses/courses/edia-f…> The Centre for the Advancement of Teaching and Learning Accessible Course Design<https://umanitoba.ca/centre-advancement-teaching-learning/support/accessibl…> Graduate Teaching Program<https://umanitoba.ca/centre-advancement-teaching-learning/support/graduate-…> Whether you are a new or experienced instructor, graduate student, or a postdoctoral fellow starting out on your teaching career, The Centre offers a broad range of teaching development supports that will assist your teaching. Learn more<https://umanitoba.ca/centre-advancement-teaching-learning/support%20> Mitacs Training See the Mitacs Calendar<https://www.mitacs.ca/en/programs/training/training-courses> for this month's offerings. Visit the FGS website<https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-w…> for information on setting up an EDGE account. Experience Record As GradSteps is an approved activity, you can claim experience credit for your workshop attendance if you register for and attend at least six GradSteps workshops within the applicable year (May 1 to April 30). For in-person workshops, please ensure that you sign the attendance sheet at workshop start. Learn more<https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-w…> ________________________________ [Instagram]<https://www.instagram.com/umanitoba/> [Facebook] <https://www.facebook.com/umanitoba> [Twitter] <https://twitter.com/umgradstudies> GRADUATE STUDIES<https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/> · GRADSTEPS WORKSHOPS<https://umanitoba.ca/graduate-studies/student-experience/graduate-student-w…> This message is available in alternate formats upon request to Graduate.Studies(a)umanitoba.ca<mailto:graduate.studies@umanitoba.ca>

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Soil Science Graduate Students Annual General Meeting (AGM) (In Case you Missed my Previous Email)
by Taurai Matengu 06 Sep '24

06 Sep '24

Hello All, I hope you had a wonderful end to your summer. We are excited to announce the upcoming Soil Science Graduate Students Annual General Meeting (AGM), which will be held on September 9th from 2:30-3:30 pm in room 346 (sorry for the short notice). The meeting will have two parts. In the first section, Dr. Mario Tenuta will provide general information about the Department's operations, and all students and staff are welcome to attend. The second part of the meeting will focus on electing the new representatives for the Soil Science Graduate Student Association (SSGSA) for the 2024–20245 term. All graduate students are strongly encouraged to participate in the elections. If you’re interested in becoming a representative or nominating someone, please be prepared to share your thoughts during the meeting. All roles and responsibilities will be explained at that time. Here are the available positions: • President • Secretary/Vice-president • Treasurer • Social rep(s) • Canteen rep(s) • MSSS rep • UMGSA rep(s) We look forward to seeing you there! Regards, Taurai Matengu PhD Student Vice President, U of M Soil Science Graduate Student Association Department of Soil Science, University of Manitoba 321 Ellis Building, 13 Freedman Crescent, Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2, Canada Phone: +1 (204) 951-0909. E-mail: matengut(a)myumanitoba.ca<mailto:matengut@myumanitoba.ca> [cid:c54bde29-0112-4e18-bf34-d476dfb24e92]

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