graduate students News Archive
Spring Convocation returns to in-person events for 2022
May 30, 2022 —
Honorary degree recipients announced for Convocation, and President's Installation takes place June 7
Extended Education
Imagine what AI and Machine Learning can do for you
May 17, 2022 —
“I see it as an important new kind of literacy. If you don’t understand AI and Machine Learning, others have an advantage over you. You don’t need to program but you need to understand.” - Cunyet Akcora
UM expands support to scholars, students at risk due to war in Ukraine
May 11, 2022 —
As the invasion of Ukraine continues to endanger the lives, pursuit of education, and academic freedoms of students and researchers, UM is expanding supports available to those affected
Sustainability
Jane’s Walk: Our Urban Forest
May 5, 2022 —
Take a stroll with guide, Kevin Handkamer, UM campus planner, and learn about our oldest trees, our expanding arboretum, and some of the history, challenges and future opportunities for urban forestry on campus.
Faculty of Graduate Studies
Meet the recipients of the inaugural Indigenous Doctoral Program Fellowships
May 5, 2022 —
These UM recipients are leading the next generation of students shaping the future of Indigenous-led research
Sustainability
Assessing UM Literacy and Culture of Sustainability: Survey Results
May 5, 2022 —
Open to all UM students, staff and faculty, the survey assessed the knowledge of the UM community regarding both general sustainability awareness and UM-specific initiatives and information. It aims to provide baseline data on the UM community and act as a guide for future sustainable education efforts on our campuses.
Sustainability
UM Waste Reduction: Recap as we return to campus
April 26, 2022 —
By limiting waste and changing our habits, we can reduce our environmental impact by reducing the amount of greenhouse gases (GHGs) being produced by the University. We've provided a recap of all the exciting initiatives at UM that focus on waste reduction, education and engagement to help us all lessen our impact.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Pharmacy Research Day highlights studies of drug effects, multiple sclerosis data
April 21, 2022 —
A graduate student who won the award for the best oral presentation at the College of Pharmacy’s Research Day says it’s gratifying to conduct research that has strong potential to benefit patients
Sustainability
Let’s Pot a Plant and Talk About Climate Anxiety
April 19, 2022 —
This year, to celebrate Earth Day, the Office of Sustainability is hosting an eco-anxiety wellness event on April 22.