Grad Student Opportunities 2026
Research Project Management Training for Graduate Students and Postdocs
Facilitated by Dr. P. Alison Paprica, PhD, PMP
Event Date (English):
Tuesday, 27 January 2026
Event Time:
1:00 – 2:30 PM (Eastern Time)
MS Teams
Ticket Price:
$15.00 (no tax)
CAGS is pleased to offer a NEW workshop for graduate students, postdocs, and early career researchers to develop their research project management skills and advance the progress of their thesis or dissertation.
This 90-minute webinar, developed by Dr. P. Alison Paprica, PhD, PMP, explains how to use three one-page project management tools to plan and manage research:
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The work breakdown structure (WBS): a one-page tool to establish a common high-level understanding of research scope expressed in terms of deliverables.
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The deliverable-based Gantt chart: a one-page tool to describe when and how the deliverables of the research will come together.
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The deliverable-based tracking sheet: a one-page tool to identify emerging risks and drive progress at a more granular level during the implementation phase of the research.
Tickets will be sold for $15.00 CAD (no tax), and will include participation in the 90-minute training session, all associated materials, and an official certificate of completion. CAGS is a registered charity, and all ticket proceeds will go towards covering the costs of the workshop series.
Tickets are available to graduate students, postdoctoral researchers, and other interested parties from CAGS member institutions
Library Campus Graduate Student Workshops
EndNote
Will you be working on a thesis or writing up a lot of research papers? Is it challenging to keep your research citation data and PDFs organized and easily accessible? If you’re not already using a citation manager, try out EndNote, a citation management tool that is free to download for all current U of L researchers.
EndNote workshops schedule, as well as video tutorials, can be found here
If you're looking for help in troubleshooting an EndNote problem, feel free to send an email to library.endnote@uleth.ca
NVivo
NVivo workshop dates (for Windows users) are available here.
In your next research project, will you need to analyze a fair amount of qualitative data (e.g., interviews, focus groups, open-ended survey questions)? If so, in this hands-on, two-part workshop for Windows users, you will learn how to use NVivo, an application designed to help organize, analyze, and create meaning from unstructured data. Register or find out more about NVivo here
The University of Hull Library offers a series of short videos on various aspects of NVivo for Windows (Release 1), a slightly older version that is essentially the same as NVivo 14 in functionality and layout, which can be found on this page as well, as there are no workshops over the summer months.
NSERC SMART CREATE
Entrepreneurship Workshop
This unique workshop is designed primarily for graduate students and early-career professionals interested in entrepreneurship and startup ventures.
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how you can be part of the next wave of innovation and entrepreneurship in Alberta.
CREATE Entrepreneurship Workshop will be offered as an iSMART Micro-Credential Course under the University of Alberta’s Continuing Education (CE) platform.
Participants who successfully complete the 10-day workshop will receive a digital badge recognizing their achievement!
Join us for the upcoming Winter 2026 NSERC SMART CREATE Entrepreneurship Workshop:
📅 Date: 10 Friday afternoons, Jan 23 to Apr 3, 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. (MT)
📍 Location: ECHA 2-140 (University of Alberta, North Campus)
and Online via Zoom (for participants outside Edmonton)
Application for student scholarship for course: Application
For further details, please email Mahdieh Khoshniat, the NSERC SMART CREATE Program Coordinator at the University of Alberta (khoshnia@ualberta.ca)
The Education Graduate Students' Association (EdGSA) and the Office of the Associate Dean of Graduate Research at the University of Manitoba invites proposals for the 27th annual Education Graduate Students’ Research Conference. The conference aims to promote education graduate students' research and scholarly activities, allowing them to present and discuss their work in a supportive, academic forum.
Current and recent graduate students from education-related programs are invited to submit proposals that encompass a wide spectrum of educational research and scholarship. We support a diverse range of work spanning various worldviews, ways of knowing, and research methods. This includes but is not limited to Indigenous knowledge systems, community-based research, arts-based research, participatory research, and other robust forms of scholarship that characterize our educational communities.
What is the theme?
This year’s theme is “Brave Spaces, Bold Ideas: Reimagining Education Through Graduate Research”.
27th Annual Education Graduate Students’ Research Conference
We invite submissions that embody bold, imaginative, and courageous approaches to rethinking education. In the spirit of brave spaces and bold ideas, we encourage graduate researchers to explore transformative trends, pressing challenges, and emerging opportunities in the field. Submissions should envision new possibilities for teaching, learning, research, and theory while challenging the status quo and reimagining the future of education.
When and where will the conference be held?
The 2026 Conference is scheduled for Thursday, April 30th to Saturday, May 2nd with a post-conference gala planned for Saturday, May 2nd. The conference will be held in person at the University of Manitoba in Winnipeg, Manitoba. However, we understand that cost and accessibility is a factor for some people, as well as environmental and other concerns regarding travel. If you require an online option, please contact us, and we will work to accommodate your needs.
Who may apply?
The Conference is open to all students currently enrolled in a Post-Baccalaureate Diploma in Education (PBDE) program, Master’s or Doctoral program, as well as individuals who have exited a graduate program in the past calendar year (2025), including those who graduated and those who did not complete their degree program.
When are proposals due?
Early deadline is Wednesday, January 14th at 11:59 PM Central.
Final deadline is Wednesday, February 4th at 11:59 PM Central.
Full Application Details Here:
Speaker (Chairperson of Meetings)
Position now available
Term: Until April 30, 2025
Time Commitment: ~5–10 hours/month
Renumeration: $200/semester
Application Deadline: December 1, 2025
The Graduate Students’ Association (GSA) is seeking a Speaker to chair meetings and ensure fair, efficient, and respectful proceedings in accordance with Robert’s Rules of Order and GSA Bylaws. This role is key to maintaining order, neutrality, and effective decision-making within the GSA.
Key Responsibilities:
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Chair and manage meetings using Robert’s Rules of Order
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Ensure fairness, order, and participation in discussions
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Guide debate, recognize speakers, and oversee motions and voting
Preferred Skills & Qualifications:
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Experience chairing meetings or serving on a board or committee
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Strong communication, facilitation, and organizational skills
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Familiarity with (or willingness to learn) Robert’s Rules of Order and GSA Bylaws
Why Join?
This is a great opportunity to strengthen GSA governance, promote fair and respectful dialogue, and ensure that graduate student voices are heard.
👉 Please read over full position details before applying.
We’re pleased to announce that the IMPACT Teaching and Learning workshop sessions will soon take place at the Teaching Centre! This online workshop, running from October 27 to November 24, will be held on Mondays and Fridays from 12:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and is designed for graduate student teaching assistants (GTAs) and postdoctoral researchers involved in teaching or with related interests.
At IMPACT, our aim is to provide participants with practical strategies and insights into key aspects of teaching, including course design, syllabus development, planning, assessment, and class management, while helping them develop their teaching philosophy.
IMPACT Teaching and Learning Modules Include:
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1. Course Design
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2. Syllabus Development
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3. NEW! Inclusive Teaching
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4. Educational Assessment in the Age of AI
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5. Lesson Planning
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6. Class Management and Student Engagement Strategies
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7. AI in Teaching and Learning and Prompting 101
Participants can expect to engage in discussions and practical activities. Throughout the sessions, we will explore AI-powered tools within the context of higher education, fostering discussions on the opportunities and implications of integrating technology into teaching and assessment strategies. We are especially excited to once again offer, in collaboration with the ABC Team, the Inclusive Teaching module. Inclusive teaching is essential for creating an environment where every student feels valued and supported. This module will focus on strategies that accommodate diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning needs. Participants will learn about universal design for learning (UDL), cultural competence, and equitable assessment practices, empowering them to enhance student engagement and success. To register for the workshop, please visit https://myexperience.uleth.ca/home.htm
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