Category: Event

Rising Up: A Graduate Students Conference on Indigenous Knowledge and Research in Indigenous Studies is an international gathering held annually.

The University of Manitoba Native Studies Graduate Students Association (NSGSA) is hosting the third annual two-day conference for all graduate students to lead the discussion across all disciplines and allow graduates to present their knowledge and research on March 9-10, 2018. Due to the interdisciplinary and international character, the Review Committee welcomes a comprehensive range of topics and approaches.

Keynote Speakers: This year’s conference is highlighted by the Friday keynote speaker, Adam Guadry, from the University of Alberta who will share the process of becoming successful in academia and how to publish.  On Saturday, Keynote Chantal Fiola from the University of Winnipeg will speak about her research in the Metis community. Saturday evening will be a screening of the documentary More than a Word prior to the Indigenous social.

“Rising Up” was conceived on the premise of bringing students and the grassroots community together. It is a free event and welcomes everybody. The event allows graduate students and community members to share their knowledge, present their research, network, and acquire critical feedback, while also discovering what other graduate students are doing in a related field of research.  

Where: University of Manitoba, Fort Garry Campus 220-224 UMSU University Centre

Submission of abstracts: The deadline for abstract submissions is currently December 29th, 2017 and can be sent online via http://www.risingup.online
Title: 120 character limit
Abstract: 250 words
Include: Authors first and last name, University, program or department, and email address

Acceptance: Abstracts will be accepted online, reviewed and notification provided on a rolling basis. Submissions should include a 4-5 sentence bio of author with preferred photograph for publication.

More Information – Rising Up call for papers 2018 October 26

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Professional development opportunities for graduate students with the Teaching Support Centre this summer:

Future Prof Workshops – Friday, June 9^th 
UCC 147A/B

Developing Your Own Course – Aligning Outcomes and Assessments
9:15 am – 10:45 am
“A strong syllabus facilitates teaching and learning… [and creates] an organized and meaningful journey.” (Slattery & Carlson, 2005). Are you developing a new course? Join this hands-on workshop to discuss how learning outcomes provide the foundation for course development, and how well-aligned assessments and learning activities build a valuable course. Register

Communication of Science Concepts outside of the Bubble
11:00 am -12:30 pm
You may be interested in sharing your research interests to audiences outside of academia for personal, career, or even society’s benefit. With options for outreach abound (interviews, instagram, and innovative media, oh my!), how do you decide where to focus your efforts?   During this session, participants will consider the benefits of an outreach strategy and practice refining their message for any science communication activity using a versatile yet simple tool. Register

Academic and Professional Communication Series – Thursday, June 15^th
UCC 56

The Academic Introduction 
9:00 am – 10:30 am
Join this session to learn effective introduction strategies and communicate “the one-minute research speech”. Participants will practice describing their research effectively, concisely, and discuss how their research perceived by others in the academic community. Register

Networking at Academic Conferences
10:45 am – 12:15 pm
Interacting with new people and developing connections and contacts for career purposes can be intimidating for some! Join this panel discussion to hear how other graduate students have made the most out of attending academic conferences. Panelists from disciplines across campus will share their experiences and provide concrete suggestions for successful networking. Panelists: Danielle Brewer-Deluce (Anatomy and Cell Biology), Kate Traill (English and Writing Studies), and Jantina Toxopeus (Biology). Register

The Art of Creating and Presenting Research Posters
1:00 pm – 2:15 pm
In this session we explore the key characteristics of research posters and learn about strategies used by experienced poster presenters. Bring a poster you have created (or are working on) and practice explaining your research to peers. Register

Netiquette: Communicating with Your Students
2:30 pm – 4:00 pm
During this 90 minute workshop, participants will learn strategies they can use to help their undergraduate students communicate professionally. Our discussion will include examples of setting appropriate boundaries with students in online environments and responding to challenging student emails. Together, we will analyze several case studies in order to illustrate university policies around communicating with students. Register

Teaching Assistant Training Program (TATP) – June 20-22^nd
Teaching Support Centre, Room 121
TATP is a hands-on, two-and-a-half- day program taught by current Teaching Assistants (TAs) and designed for new TAs embarking on their teaching careers. Details and Registration

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