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Fwd: Students seeking academic support toward a university initiative they are leading
by Paul Bullock 03 Nov '17

03 Nov '17

All, I am forwarding the Dean's message for your information. If you are interested, you can contact Hannah Chan directly. Paul ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Dean Agriculture <agdean(a)umanitoba.ca> Date: Fri, Nov 3, 2017 at 8:53 AM Subject: Students seeking academic support toward a university initiative they are leading To: Danny Mann <Danny.Mann(a)umanitoba.ca>, Martin Nyachoti < Martin.Nyachoti(a)umanitoba.ca>, Alejandro Costamagna < Ale.Costamagna(a)umanitoba.ca>, Fouad Daayf <Fouad.Daayf(a)umanitoba.ca>, Paul Bullock <Paul.Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca>, Derek Brewin <Derek.Brewin(a)umanitoba.ca>, James House <James.House(a)umanitoba.ca> Cc: Crystal Jorgenson <Crystal.Jorgenson(a)umanitoba.ca>, Christine Rawluk < Christine.Rawluk(a)umanitoba.ca>, Jared Carlberg <Jared.Carlberg(a)umanitoba.ca>, Hannah Chan <chanh34(a)myumanitoba.ca> Hello All – A few days ago Jared and I were briefed by one of our 4th year HNS students about a University of Manitoba initiative she is leading along with one of our first year HNS students, Eliana Hotz. The attached material describes the program, which is designed to grow the discussion around sustainable food systems on our campus as well as in the national and global context. They are hoping to involve some of our academics with familiarity in production agriculture. Please share the materials with colleagues in your department. Based on my brief review, it appears that they have had considerable input from relevant to social interests, but there is room to improve on the life science aspects (including human nutrition/health and production agriculture and food processing options). This is a good fit with the University’s interests in sustainability. For those interested, Hannah can be reached at -- *Hannah Chan* Undergraduate Student, B.Sc. (Human Nutritional Sciences) Meal Exchange Chapter Coordinator, Campus Food Strategy Group (CFSG) University of Manitoba Good Food Challenge Chapter Coordinator 110 Human Ecology | (P) 204-869-8572 <(204)%20869-8572> | (E) chanh34(a)myumanitoba.ca [image: 1499895624456_PastedImage] Karin Wittenberg PhD, PAg Dean, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences 257 Agriculture Building University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2 Ph: (204) 474-9380 Cell: (204) 294-7036 Email: agdean(a)umanitoba.ca -- Dr. Paul Bullock Professor and Head Department of Soil Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8666 Fax: (204) 474-7642 Email: Paul.Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca <Paul_Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca> Webpage: umanitoba.ca/afs/soil_science/

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REMINDER: NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarships - Master’s Program
by Martha Blouw 01 Nov '17

01 Nov '17

NSERC Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master’s (CGS M) Program The objective of the Canada Graduate Scholarships-Master’s (CGS M) Program is to help develop research skills and assist in the training of highly qualified personnel by supporting students who demonstrate a high standard of achievement in undergraduate and early graduate studies. Information is available at http://www.nserc-crsng.gc.ca/Students-Etudiants/PG-CS/CGSM-BESCM_eng.asp Please let me know if you are applying, or considering to apply. Application deadline: December 1, 2017

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Ikechukwu Agomoh - Poster
by Martha Blouw 24 Oct '17

24 Oct '17

Please find attached the announcement for Ikechukwu Agomoh's Ph.D. oral examination which is being held on Wednesday, November 15, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. in room 346 Ellis Building. ________________________________

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Sixth Prairie Conservation and Endangered Species Conference
by Martha Blouw 11 Oct '17

11 Oct '17

SIXTH PRAIRIE CONSERVATION AND ENDANGERED SPECIES CONFERENCE $1,425.00 - For Master's & PhD Students Read more ><http://webapps.cc.umanitoba.ca/gradawards/index.asp?WCI=SearchForm&WCE=brow…> Research Field(s): Environmental Studies Deadline: November 10th, 2017 Martha

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Fwd: FW: UM Travel Safety Resources
by Paul Bullock 02 Oct '17

02 Oct '17

All, Please see the links in the Dean's message below for information about university resources for travel-related risks. Paul ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Kimberley Stefaniuk <Kim.Stefaniuk(a)umanitoba.ca> Date: Fri, Sep 29, 2017 at 12:12 PM Subject: FW: UM Travel Safety Resources To: Fouad Daayf <Fouad.Daayf(a)umanitoba.ca>, Danny Mann < Danny.Mann(a)umanitoba.ca>, James House <James.House(a)umanitoba.ca>, Alejandro Costamagna <Ale.Costamagna(a)umanitoba.ca>, Paul Bullock < Paul.Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca>, Michele Rogalsky <Michele.Rogalsky(a)umanitoba.ca>, Derek Brewin <Derek.Brewin(a)umanitoba.ca>, Martin Nyachoti < Martin.Nyachoti(a)umanitoba.ca>, Kim Ominski <Kim.Ominski(a)umanitoba.ca> Cc: Bev Godard <Bev.Godard(a)umanitoba.ca>, Pam Gauthier < Pam.Gauthier(a)umanitoba.ca>, Lynda Closson <Lynda.Closson(a)umanitoba.ca>, Gisele Perrault <Gisele.Perrault(a)umanitoba.ca>, Surinder Kamboz < Surinder.Kamboz(a)umanitoba.ca>, Jared Carlberg <Jared.Carlberg(a)umanitoba.ca>, Research Agriculture <agresear(a)umanitoba.ca>, Heather Wiebe < Heather.Wiebe(a)umanitoba.ca>, Harminder Dhanjal <H.Dhanjal(a)umanitoba.ca>, Dean Agriculture <agdean(a)umanitoba.ca>, Kimberley Stefaniuk < Kim.Stefaniuk(a)umanitoba.ca>, Margaret Ann Baker <Ma.Baker(a)umanitoba.ca> *The following is sent on behalf of Dr. Karin Wittenberg, Dean, Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences* Please share with your respective staff. Department/units may want to include in their council/unit meetings. Karin ------------------------------ Hello all, Every term, U of M faculty members, staff and students undertake university-related travel, domestically and internationally. A Travel Risk Policy and Procedure are in development, to provide guidance and support during these activities. In the meantime, we would like to bring your attention to the supports and resources currently available to all faculty members, staff and students, to help you safely manage travel related risks: http://umanitoba.ca/research/international_centre/ emergency_contact.html. If you have any questions, please contact international(a)umanitoba.ca. Please share this information with your respective departments. Sincerely, Alan Scott, Chief Risk Officer and Susie Taylor, Director, International Centre *Susie K. Taylor, M.Phil.* Director | International Centre University of Manitoba | 541 University Centre | Winnipeg MB, R3T 2N2 (p)204-474-8502 <(204)%20474-8502> | (f) 204-474-7562 <(204)%20474-7562> umanitoba.ca/international -- Dr. Paul Bullock Professor and Head Department of Soil Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8666 Fax: (204) 474-7642 Email: Paul.Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca <Paul_Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca> Webpage: umanitoba.ca/afs/soil_science/

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Fwd: Please circulate
by Paul Bullock 25 Sep '17

25 Sep '17

All, Please see the notice sent by Yvonne Lawley. I am sending it to department faculty and grad students. You can forward it to others who may be interested. Paul ---------- Forwarded message ---------- From: Yvonne Lawley <Yvonne.Lawley(a)umanitoba.ca> Date: Fri, Sep 22, 2017 at 11:41 AM Subject: Please circulate To: Paul Bullock <Paul.Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca>, Don Flaten < Don.Flaten(a)umanitoba.ca>, Mario Tenuta <Mario.Tenuta(a)umanitoba.ca> Paul, Don, Mario, Lana Reid will be in Manitoba next week to visit her corn yield trials and disease nursery. We are going to have a come and go coffee on Thursday afternoon if anyone is interested in having some time to talk with her while she is here. I know I missed the Soiled Profile today, but please share this invite if there are grad students or others that would be interested to meet or talk with her. You are also very welcome to come if you have the time. See the attached. Yvonne Dr. Yvonne Lawley Assistant Professor of Agronomy and Cropping Systems Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Office: 109 Plant Science Mailing Address: 222 Agriculture Building 66 Dafoe Rd Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 (Tel) 204-474-6504 (Fax) 204-474-7528 yvonne_lawley(a)umanitoba.ca *From:* Yvonne Lawley *Sent:* September-22-17 11:38 AM *To:* Christy Doyle; Bev Godard *Cc:* Nasir Javed *Subject:* Please circulate to the department Hi Christy or Bev, Could you please circulate the attached invitation to the department (grad students, techs, academics). Thank you, Yvonne Lawley Dr. Yvonne Lawley Assistant Professor of Agronomy and Cropping Systems Department of Plant Science University of Manitoba Office: 109 Plant Science Mailing Address: 222 Agriculture Building 66 Dafoe Rd Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 (Tel) 204-474-6504 (Fax) 204-474-7528 yvonne_lawley(a)umanitoba.ca -- Dr. Paul Bullock Professor and Head Department of Soil Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8666 Fax: (204) 474-7642 Email: Paul.Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca <Paul_Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca> Webpage: umanitoba.ca/afs/soil_science/

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FW: This Thursday: Natural Resources Info Session
by Martha Blouw 19 Sep '17

19 Sep '17

From: agriculture-gradstudents-bounces(a)lists.umanitoba.ca [mailto:agriculture-gradstudents-bounces@lists.umanitoba.ca] On Behalf Of Crystal Jorgenson Sent: September-19-17 9:11 AM To: 'agriculture-gradstudents(a)lists.umanitoba.ca' Subject: This Thursday: Natural Resources Info Session Natural Resources Info Session The federal department of natural resources (Natural Resources Canada) is seeking to recruit talented graduates to work on one of today's most interesting - and challenging - issues: the sustainable development of natural resources. PARDP is an accelerated development program that offers participants two rotational assignments with different NRCan sectors as well as opportunities for training and professional development. The Policy Analyst & Development Program (PARDP) session is relevant for Masters and Ph. D. students and recent graduates of Economics, Geo Sciences, Political Science, and the Natural Resource Institute. Presenters: Director General, Samuel Millar and Policy Analyst, Curtis McKinney Date / Time: Sep 21, 2017 02:30 PM to 04:00 PM Location: 306 Tier Sign up to register at: www.uofmcareerservices.ca<http://www.uofmcareerservices.ca>

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Ph.D. Oral Examination - Sirajum Munira
by Martha Blouw 18 Sep '17

18 Sep '17

Sirajum Munira’s Ph.D. oral examination is being held on Tuesday, September 26, 2017 at 1:00 p.m. in room 346 Ellis Building. Please see attached. Martha Blouw Academic Advisor Department of Plant Science ǀ Department of Soil Science 226 Agriculture Building, 66 Dafoe Road University of Manitoba Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada R3T 2N2 T: 204.474.8223 F: 204.474.7528

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Reminder for UMGF/MGS Holders
by Martha Blouw 15 Sep '17

15 Sep '17

As per the Award Holders Guide: "UMGF/MGS holders are required to apply to an external agency (such as NSERC, SSHRC or CIHR) at every possible opportunity in order to continue payments" http://umanitoba.ca/faculties/graduate_studies/media/UMGF_Award_Holders_Gui… Martha

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Department Changes to Travel Expense Procedures
by Paul Bullock 14 Sep '17

14 Sep '17

All, We recently had a very positive meeting with Travel Services. They are going to work with us on some changes to some of our travel expenses practices. This is the first time I can recall having support from the university to ensure that our accounting practices not only meet policy requirements but also fulfill the information needs of our department. It is very important for everyone in the department to be aware of these changes because they will affect almost everyone travelling for university research projects. So please forward this information to any others who need to be informed. 1. Car rentals from Enterprise. We are going to shift our Enterprise car rentals to a PO basis. This means that instead of using a Visa number, a Purchase Order number will be used. So it will mean very little difference in the procedure for car rentals. However, if research projects are expecting to require rental vehicles from Enterprise, a PO will be set up ahead of time to allow multiple rentals from a specific FOAP. A car rental PO will be linked to a specific FOAP but can be used for multiple car rentals for multiple individuals. We need to ensure that the information on each individual rental within a PO gets sent back to the department. We are waiting for confirmation that this will be the case before we go ahead. Don't worry about new projects waiting for FOAP numbers to be issued. We have a bridge FOAP that we can use for vehicle rental in circumstances where a project is ready to go ahead but still doesn't have a FOAP number assigned. The rollout for this will start January 2018. At that stage, we will discontinue using Visa and start using POs. This will give us time to get the POs for each project set up. 2. Travel advances. For students who require cash to fund expenses while travelling, we will now acquire a travel advance for each individual who needs it. Travel advances need about 2 weeks notice. If you register for a conference, you will be asked if you will be needing a travel advance. If you are going on an extended field trip, you can get a travel advance. But you need to notify Carmela ahead of time. This change comes into effect immediately. If you show up in the office expecting to take an administrative travel Visa card with you to cover expenses, you are out of luck. If you are travelling in the next 2 weeks and need cash for expenses, please see Carmela immediately. Thanks for your cooperation as these changes come into effect. -- Dr. Paul Bullock Professor and Head Department of Soil Science University of Manitoba Winnipeg, MB R3T 2N2 Phone: (204) 474-8666 Fax: (204) 474-7642 Email: Paul.Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca <Paul_Bullock(a)umanitoba.ca> Webpage: umanitoba.ca/afs/soil_science/

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