The Robert and Elizabeth Knight Distinguished Visitors nomination form

Established in the memory of Robert and Elizabeth Knight, the R.G and E.M. Knight Fund (The Knight Fund) places emphasis on enhancing the quality of higher education at the University of Manitoba and enriching its academic life by supporting visits from a wide array of outstanding achievers and innovative leaders. The Knight Fund supports visits to the university by:

• Scholars in a variety of fields, including commerce, finance, economics, political studies, history, and literature;
• Leaders in the areas of commerce, industry, and government; and
• Outstanding achievers from other disciplines who have made distinguished contributions to the advancement of knowledge or to cultural, social, and economic development.

In addition to public lectures, distinguished visitors are encouraged to engage in other activities that allow them to interact with the UM community, as well as members of the broader public.

Please complete the preliminary nomination form in full and submit supporting documentation required, as identified below. The preliminary nomination should include:

• Endorsement letter(s) from the head or heads of units in which the nominee’s expertise lies;
• Biographical background of the nominee, including a description of the distinctive nature of their achievements;
• The specific objectives and duration of the proposed visit and the benefits to be derived from it;
• A proposed program of activities and events; and
• An initial estimated budget for the visit, including the anticipated honorarium for the nominee.

Please complete the online nomination form in full. Incomplete nomination forms will not be considered

This year's nominations are due on or before May 22, 2024.

If you require this information or the nomination form in a different format, please contact Kelsey Evans at kelsey.evans@umanitoba.ca or 204-430-1846.