Faculty of Graduate Studies News Archive
Faculty of Graduate Studies News
Curious where a master’s or PhD could take you? Find out at the Graduate Studies Open House
August 25, 2025 —
Explore the wide range of master’s and PhD programs offered at the University of Manitoba. Whether you’re interested in advancing your research, deepening your expertise, or opening doors to new career opportunities, the Graduate Studies Open House is your chance to discover the programs that match your goals.
August 25, 2025 —
Explore the wide range of master’s and PhD programs offered at the University of Manitoba. Whether you’re interested in advancing your research, deepening your expertise, or opening doors to new career opportunities, the Graduate Studies Open House is your chance to discover the programs that match your goals.
Faculty of Agricultural and Food Sciences News
CTV Winnipeg: U of M research finds wildfire ash contributing to phosphate levels in Lake Winnipeg
July 10, 2025 —
U of M research finds wildfire ash contributing to phosphate levels in Lake Winnipeg
July 10, 2025 —
U of M research finds wildfire ash contributing to phosphate levels in Lake Winnipeg
Clayton H. Riddell Faculty of Environment, Earth, and Resources News
CTV Winnipeg: Prehistoric fish discovered in Manitoba
July 9, 2025 —
A prehistoric fish dating back 390 million years was recently discovered in Manitoba’s Interlake region.
July 9, 2025 —
A prehistoric fish dating back 390 million years was recently discovered in Manitoba’s Interlake region.
Faculty of Graduate Studies News
Milestone Moment: PACS program celebrates 20 years with largest PhD graduating cohort
July 9, 2025 —
As the Peace and Conflict Studies (PACS) program at the University of Manitoba approaches its 20th anniversary, it celebrates a historic milestone—the largest graduating PhD cohort in its history. With seven doctoral and two master’s students receiving degrees this spring, the program continues to build a global legacy of peace, scholarship, and community impact.
July 9, 2025 —
As the Peace and Conflict Studies (PACS) program at the University of Manitoba approaches its 20th anniversary, it celebrates a historic milestone—the largest graduating PhD cohort in its history. With seven doctoral and two master’s students receiving degrees this spring, the program continues to build a global legacy of peace, scholarship, and community impact.
Faculty of Graduate Studies News
New Association Launches to Support Postdoctoral Fellows at the University of Manitoba
June 17, 2025 —
The association is dedicated to supporting, representing, and connecting postdoctoral researchers across all of the UM campuses.
June 17, 2025 —
The association is dedicated to supporting, representing, and connecting postdoctoral researchers across all of the UM campuses.
Faculty of Science News
Meet Quinn Kelly Neale, the recipient of 2025 UM Distinguished Master’s Thesis Prize
June 12, 2025 —
Quinn Kelly Neale is a Winnipeg-born student at the University of Manitoba who recently graduated with MSc from the Department of Chemistry and has started his PhD program in the Department of Internal Medicine. Neale has received the 2025 University of Manitoba Distinguished Master's Thesis Prize. The award recognizes the thesis to be a ground-breaking piece of original work. The Faculty of Science communications team reached out to Neale to learn more about his experience as a MSc student, his research and his plans for the future.
June 12, 2025 —
Quinn Kelly Neale is a Winnipeg-born student at the University of Manitoba who recently graduated with MSc from the Department of Chemistry and has started his PhD program in the Department of Internal Medicine. Neale has received the 2025 University of Manitoba Distinguished Master's Thesis Prize. The award recognizes the thesis to be a ground-breaking piece of original work. The Faculty of Science communications team reached out to Neale to learn more about his experience as a MSc student, his research and his plans for the future.
Students News
The highest standing
May 29, 2025 —
Six students have been awarded Governor General’s Academic Medals for outstanding achievement at their level of study.
May 29, 2025 —
Six students have been awarded Governor General’s Academic Medals for outstanding achievement at their level of study.
Celebrating Excellence: Faculty of Graduate Studies honours award recipients at 2025 awards reception
May 27, 2025 —
Recognizing outstanding achievements in mentorship, administration, and research within the UM graduate and postdoctoral community.
May 27, 2025 —
Recognizing outstanding achievements in mentorship, administration, and research within the UM graduate and postdoctoral community.
Provost and Vice-President (Academic) News
Honouring faculty excellence at UM
May 14, 2025 —
On May 6, the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) hosted the Faculty Recognition Reception. The event honours recipients of teaching awards, community engagement awards, Merit Awards, and those granted Tenure.
May 14, 2025 —
On May 6, the Office of the Provost and Vice-President (Academic) hosted the Faculty Recognition Reception. The event honours recipients of teaching awards, community engagement awards, Merit Awards, and those granted Tenure.
Faculty of Graduate Studies News
The Faculty of Graduate Studies welcomes a new Associate Dean
April 22, 2025 —
Dr. Sandra Webber joins the Faculty of Graduate Studies as an Associate Dean.
April 22, 2025 —
Dr. Sandra Webber joins the Faculty of Graduate Studies as an Associate Dean.