graduate students News Archive
Faculty of Graduate Studies
The dinosaur in the coal mine
December 1, 2023 —
How will freshwater fish fare against climate change? The answer could lie in this PhD research.
Students
Preparing for final exams
November 27, 2023 —
Focusing on your wellness as much as your studying during exam season can help ensure you are functioning at your best. Many resources can help you thrive and take care of yourself. Here are some suggestions:
St. John's College
Three ways St John’s college enhances UM student experience
November 20, 2023 —
The college seeks to enhance the UM experience for students. With thousands of students across campus, this small community offers its student members financial support, academic support, and on-campus housing. With something for all students, including undergraduate and graduate students, here are three reasons students should join the college.
St. John's College
Celebrating academic excellence with our 2022/23 scholarship recipients
November 16, 2023 —
Our community is full of talented students ranging from the Faculty of Science, Arts, Engineering, Business, and Graduate Studies, to name a few. At our Annual Convocation, we were proud to recognize our 2022/23 graduates from the College and our scholarship and bursary recipients.
Students
Students: Unlock the hidden potential of skills gained from your part-time job!
November 16, 2023 —
Throughout University, you may find yourself in a job that seems completely ‘unrelated’ to the field you want to be in… This may feel frustrating and hopeless as you want to gain experience that will make you more employable to future employers regarding your career path.
Faculty of Education
Christopher Yendt, recipient of the Dean of Graduate Studies Student Award
November 14, 2023 —
Christopher was selected as one of the recipients of the Dean of Graduate Studies Student Achievement Award 2023.
Students
Landing a job with limited experience
November 9, 2023 —
Have you ever felt like you are in a vicious circle of “I can’t get a job because I don’t have experience. And I can’t gain experience because I can’t get a job?” Many job postings require prior experience and qualifications, and you do actually have experience, even if it isn’t paid work experience.
Students
Jumpstart your career in research
November 3, 2023 —
To understand why undergraduate research can open a lot of doors for careers both in and outside academia, UM Today spoke to two previous undergraduate student researchers, Noor Imran and Camila Oda Jallime.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Nursing PhD program celebrates 10 years
October 26, 2023 —
The College of Nursing’s PhD program entered its 10th year this term with a cohort of seven students. The program has graduated 14 students since its inception, including six who are currently faculty members in the the college.
St. John's College
Enhancing student experience with college membership benefits
October 26, 2023 —
The college is a place for students to meet new people, find community, and amplify their student experience with our membership, including access to our scholarships and bursaries open to all UM students.