Graduate student orientation
Get an introduction to Graduate Studies with helpful information provided by the Dean, Security Services, and the UMGSA and HSGSA team.
For the Fall and Winter Orientation - a variety of workshops will also be offered throughout the day.
Fall 2026 Graduate Student Orientation
Bannatyne Campus Workshops will be held August 31, 2026
Fort Garry Campus Workshops will be held September 2, 2026
Workshop details and how to register will be updated soon.
Summer 2026 Graduate Student Orientation
May 6, 2026
2:00pm - 4:00pm
The online workshop will share important information that will aide in your transition to your Graduate Student Life at the University Manitoba. Hosted by Dean of the Faculty of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies, Dr. Kelley Main.
Winter 2026 Graduate Student Orientation
Fall 2025 Graduate Student Orientation
Slides from the Fall 2025 Workshop Presentations:
Tips for Completing a Graduate Student Scholarship Application
Helpful Information
Welcome from the Dean
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International student orientation
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Indigenous Student Orientation
Take part in fun activities, connect with student groups and learn about indigenous culture.
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Registration tutorials
UM has many helpful YouTube videos to help you with registration.
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