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University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, Manitoba Canada, R3T 2N2
Being a student means more than just attending classes – it’s about all the experiences that make you well-rounded and ready for life’s challenges. Learn more about the activities taking place on campus and the supports that can help you make the most of your time at the College of Pharmacy.
UM is a community that cares. We offer a wide variety of supports to help you make the most of your time at university and reach your full potential.
Information and resources for students enrolled in the B.Sc. (Pharm) program.
Information and resources for students enrolled in the PharmD program.
Information and supports for College of Pharmacy graduate students.
University is an exciting, challenging time. At the University of Manitoba, we want to ensure you succeed—resources are available to support you every step of the way.
Staff, faculty and Elders are well-equipped to ensure your university experience is as beneficial, accessible and successful as possible.
| DATE | ACTIVITY |
| Monday, November 2, 2020 | Student leadership series, "Leading self and others: Managing conflict as a leader," 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| Monday, November 9, 2020 | Fall term break |
| Monday, November 23, 2020 | Student leadership series, "Leading self and others: Leading in intercultural environments," 3:45 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. |
| December 24, 2020 to Monday, January 4, 2021 | Holiday break, university closed |
| Thursday, May 20, 2021 | Convocation |
| START DATE | END DATE | ACTIVITY |
| Monday, November 9, 2020 | Friday, November 13, 2020 | Fall term break |
| Monday, November 16, 2020 | Standard first aid & CPR certification due | |
| Monday, December 14, 2020 | Wednesday, December 23, 2020 | Exam period |
| Monday, January 11, 2021 | Classes begin | |
| Monday, February 15, 2021 | Friday, February 19, 2021 | Winter term break |
| Monday, April 19, 2021 | Friday, April 30, 2021 | Exam period |
| START DATE | END DATE | ACTIVITY |
| Friday, September 11, 2020 | CPR recertification due | |
| Monday, November 9, 2020 | Friday, November 13, 2020 | Fall term break |
| Monday, December 7, 2020 | Friday, December 18, 2020 | Exam period |
| Monday, January 4, 2021 | IPPE community rotations begin | |
| Monday, March 29, 2021 | Friday, April 2, 2021 | Winter term break |
| Monday, May 10, 2021 | Friday, May 21, 2021 | Exam period |
| START DATE | END DATE | ACTIVITY |
| Thursday, October 1, 2020 | Standard/emergency first aid and CPR recertification due | |
| Wednesday, October 28, 2020 | Friday, October 30, 2020 | Exam period |
| Tuesday, January 5, 2021 | Rotations resume | |
| Thursday, May 20, 2021 | College of Pharmacists of Manitoba (CPhM) Welcome to the Profession graduation ceremony (date to be confirmed) |
Events take place on Wednesdays from 12:00 – 13:00 (WebEx – UM Learn)
| DATE | PRESENTER(S) | THEME |
| Wednesday, September 16, 2020 | Dr. Frank Burczynski / Dr. Lucy Marzban | Orientation Session |
| Graduate Students ONLY | ||
| Wednesday, September 23, 2020 | Paul Szymanski / Shujun Huang | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, October 7, 2020 | Dr. James Bolton | Invited speaker |
| Wednesday, October 14, 2020 | Kevin Friesen | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, October 21, 2020 | Nitesh Sanghai | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, October 28, 2020 | Danielle Lee / Donica Januaryzen | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, November 4, 2020 | Sai Krishna Gudi | Graduate student presentation |
| REMEMBRANCE DAY | ||
| Wednesday, November 18, 2020 | Dr. Baptiste Lacoste | Invited speaker |
| Thursday, November 26, 2020 | Dr. David Herbert | Invited speaker |
| Wednesday, December 2, 2020 | Wenxia Luo | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, December 9, 2020 | Oluwafolahanmi Ige | Graduate student presentation |
| WINTER BREAK | ||
| Wednesday, January 6, 2021 | Noushin Ahmadpour | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, January 13, 2021 | Yuhua Fang / Uma Yakandawala | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, January 20, 2021 | George Okoli / Courtney Lawrence | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, January 27, 2021 | Billy Vuong / Brett Houston | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, February 3, 2021 | Walid Shouman | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, February 10, 2021 | Yiheng Huang | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, February 17, 2021 | Dr. Galen Wright | Invited speaker |
| Wednesday, February 24, 2021 | Karin Ens | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, March 3, 2021 | Madhumita Suresh | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, March 10, 2021 | Sherin Paraplammoottil Cheriyan | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, March 17, 2021 | Laila Aboulatta | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, March 24, 2021 | Geng Zhang | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, March 31, 2021 | Jessica Meza | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, April 7, 2021 | Liujun Chen | Graduate student presentation |
| Wednesday, April 14, 2021 | Alekhya Layu | Graduate student presentation |
The College of Pharmacy is a close-knit community of learners, educators and researchers. Get to know your College and the people that make it special by attending events, taking part in activities and celebrating achievements and milestones.
A student council is the voice of the student body. In addition to planning events that contribute to school spirit and community welfare, you’ll gain vital leadership skills as you advocate for your peers on the issues and concerns most important to your college.
CAPSI serves to expose pharmacy students to experiences and educational events that prepare them to provide the best health care possible within pharmacy’s realm of expertise. The association aims to enhance the profession of pharmacy by providing guidance and information to all members.
The council represents the interests of pharmacy graduate students as part of student government and at the university level, advocates on behalf of its students, and coordinates social events.
The College of Pharmacy offers a wide variety of awards and scholarships to students at different stages of their studies. Those listed below require an application – deadlines and forms are provided below.
The following awards are open to students entering the College of Pharmacy.
Deadline: August 9, annually
The following awards are open to students who have completed their first year at the College of Pharmacy.
Deadline: May 30, annually
The following awards are open to students who have completed their second year at the College of Pharmacy.
Deadline: May 30, annually
The following awards are open to students who have completed their third year at the College of Pharmacy.
Deadline: May 30, annually
The following awards are open to students who have completed their fourth year at the College of Pharmacy.
Deadline: April 23 annually
The following awards and grants listed below are available to graduate students:
College of Pharmacy graduate student professional and career development fund
The graduate student professional and career development fund is to be used to support professional and career development that supplements the student’s graduate program (not to cover tuition/fees)
The Faculty of Graduate Studies awards database
The Faculty of Graduate Studies maintains a comprehensive awards database. It discusses the full range of ways to finance graduate studies at the University of Manitoba. When searching the awards database, consider a range of keywords or phrases that might embrace your field of interest, such as: housing, environment etc. You may also need to contact the Faculty of Graduate Studies directly to confirm status of some of the terms of reference information.
Faculty of Graduate Studies travel award
Through the Faculty of Graduate Studies Travel Award, funds are allocated to assist master’s and PhD students with costs for travel for presentations of papers, posters, or other creative work pertinent to their studies.
UMGSA conference grant
The University of Manitoba Graduate Student Association (UMGSA) conference grant is available to University of Manitoba graduate students attending or presenting at conferences. The award amount varies depending on the location of the conference and whether the applicant was attending or presenting.
UMGSA emergency grant
The University of Manitoba Graduate Student Association (UMGSA) emergency grant program provides assistance to students who experience unexpected and immediate financial difficulties, constraints or hardship. This includes, but is not limited to, unanticipated personal living costs, unexpected delays in government loans, and other award funding.
Emergency assistance student bursary program
The Rady Faculty of Health Sciences (RFHS) Emergency Assistance Student Bursary Program provides short-term assistance to students who encounter unanticipated financial need within the five (5) colleges of the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences or a program of the Rady Faculty (e.g. Interdisciplinary Health Program).
Other organizations
Not currently offered
Please note that we are not currently accepting applications for the following:
The College of Pharmacy is committed to upholding the highest standards of practice, both in our community and across Canada. Follow the links below for information and resources from the associations that guide our profession.
College of Pharmacy
Apotex Centre
750 McDermot Ave W
University of Manitoba (Bannatyne campus)
Winnipeg, MB R3E 0T5 Canada
