Previously, grads of the RRC Polytech Engineering Technology program had to travel out of province to complete their certification. The process could be a stressful and costly endeavour.
New pathway seats filled quickly. Even with a shortened application window, RRC Polytech students quickly rose to the opportunity. Nine seats were filled for the Fall 2025 term.
Phoemela’s path to UM Civil Engineering, bridge building and design
Phoemela Miranda hopes to work on bridge-related projects and eventually move into bridge design. Her goal is “to contribute to the infrastructure that our community relies on every day,” she says.
Two previous years of Stantec co-op placements as a summer student provided her with hands-on exposure, working on St. Vital Bridge and the Pembina Overpass infrastructure projects.
It was exciting to be a part of the actual rehabilitation process of both bridges, says Miranda.
“The co-op placements were a pivotal point that solidified my interest in structural engineering specifically,” she adds. UM offers student opportunities for field experience through the Engineering co-op program.
What is she most looking forward to in attending her home university of UM? Meeting fellow students with the same interests and passions.
She can’t wait to join student groups and technical societies such as the University of Manitoba Steel Bridge Team. “I plan to join a few in my second year to meet other UM Civil Engineering students with similar interests and work together on projects we are all passionate about,” she says.
